HB&O has appointed Mathew Neal to the role of Head of Accounts at its Coventry location, reinforcing its leadership team in the UK's Midlands region. The move signals a strategic focus on strengthening financial operations and client service delivery.
- Mathew Neal appointed Head of Accounts at HB&O Coventry effective January 2026
- Oversees 12 account professionals serving 200+ SME clients in the West Midlands
- Coventry office revenue rose from £2.1 million to £2.8 million (2022–2025)
- 34% increase in client portfolio since 2022 at the Coventry location
- New Leicester satellite office planned for mid-2026
- Neal previously held Senior Finance Manager role at a Birmingham-based mid-tier firm
HB&O has announced the appointment of Mathew Neal as Head of Accounts for its Coventry office, effective January 2026. The role will oversee a team of 12 account professionals responsible for managing financial reporting, compliance, and client onboarding for over 200 SMEs across the West Midlands. Neal brings more than 15 years of experience in financial management, having previously served as Senior Finance Manager at a mid-tier accounting firm in Birmingham, where he led the digital transformation of client reporting systems. His appointment follows a company-wide restructuring aimed at enhancing operational efficiency and expanding service offerings in regional markets. The Coventry office, established in 2018, has seen a 34% growth in client portfolio since 2022, with revenue increasing from £2.1 million to £2.8 million in the past three years. The leadership change is expected to support HB&O’s broader strategy of scaling its regional presence while maintaining service quality. The announcement coincides with the company’s plan to open a new satellite office in Leicester by mid-2026, further deepening its footprint in the East Midlands.