Accountants for Payroll, Bookkeeping, Property & Construction

We do payroll, keep books up to date, rental income organised, and CIS returns filed.


Running a business in Cardiff means wearing a lot of hats. Payroll has to go out on time, your books need to be accurate for VAT and year end, and if you own property or work in construction, there's a whole extra layer of admin on top of everything else.

This is the work that never stops, and it's the work that quietly causes the most stress when it falls behind. At HLS we take it off your plate entirely. Clean records, timely submissions, accurate payslips, and property finances that are properly organised. All explained in plain English, all handled by a team that genuinely knows your business.

Our Day-to-Day Services

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Payroll Services

Weekly or monthly payroll, PAYE registration, auto enrolment, CIS payroll and year-end forms, your team gets paid accurately and on time, every time.

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Bookkeeping Services

Monthly bookkeeping, bank reconciliation, Xero and QuickBooks setup, MTD compliance and accounts payable, your records kept accurate, up to date and HMRC-ready.

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Property & Landlord Accounting

Buy-to-let tax returns, portfolio accounting, capital gains tax, SDLT advice and furnished holiday let returns, your rental finances clear and compliant.

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Construction & CIS

CIS registration, contractor and subcontractor returns, CIS refund claims and full construction company accounting, the paperwork handled so you can focus on the job.

Reliable Support, Not Just at Year End

  • Consistent, year-round service We don't just appear at tax time. We're in your corner throughout the year keeping records clean, flagging issues early and making sure nothing falls through the cracks.
  • One team, not a call centre You'll have a dedicated point of contact who knows your business, your payroll schedule, and your property situation. No repeating yourself, no being passed around.
  • Built around your business Whether you're a sole trader with a buy-to-let, a small team who needs payroll managed, or a contractor navigating CIS, we tailor the level of support to exactly what you need.

For Cardiff Businesses That Need Numbers They Can Rely On

Whether you're just starting out and setting up payroll for the first time, a landlord with a growing portfolio, a tradesperson working under CIS, or a small business that's outgrown doing the books yourself this is where HLS earns its keep.

We work with businesses across Cardiff, Bridgend, Newport, Barry and South Wales. If your day-to-day numbers feel like a burden, let's change that.


Hannah has been amazing throughout the entire process, would highly recommend! Super speed and efficiency, exactly what's needed.
Ryan Bowen