Leisure & Hospitality Services

Leisure and Hospitality businesses have had to deal with wide-ranging and significant changes. We understand the challenges that come with running these businesses.

From hotel and hospitality industry standards to industry software, from managing travel, tourism, and leisure services to keeping pace with minimum wage and national living wage rates, we’ve got you covered. Our expert team are here to provide tailored support, expert insight every step of the way.

Ian

Ian Bremner

Hotel Accounting Partner

Who we can help

  • LEISURE
  • HOSPITALITY

How we can help

SUPPORTING YOUR PROGRESS IN LEISURE & HOSPITALITY

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Whatever stage your business is at—start-up, scaling, or succession—we are here to help you keep moving forward. We know the leisure and hospitality industry inside out, and our team brings deep sector expertise to every challenge you face.

We go beyond the numbers. Whether it’s funding for expansion, tax planning, or smarter use of industry software and technology, we’ve got the solutions to help you grow. Our team includes industry experts, accountants, tax specialists, payroll consultants, and advisers who understand the pressure points in your world, from seasonal staff to stock control, regulation, and everything in between.

If you’re looking for the right support to keep your business moving in the right direction, we’d love to hear from you.

SHIFTING CHALLENGES, SMARTER SOLUTIONS

The leisure and hospitality world doesn’t stop moving. Whether you’re dealing with rising minimum and national living wage rates, complex VAT rules, or recruitment headaches, we know how overwhelming it can get.

Margins are tight. Rules keep changing. And there’s constant pressure to deliver brilliant customer experiences while keeping your business financially sound.

We’re here to help you simplify the complicated stuff. Our team has deep, practical experience supporting businesses just like yours. Whether you run a hotel and hospitality industry group, a visitor attraction, a fitness centre, or a restaurant group, we’ve got the tools and insight to help you stay agile and future-focused.

That could mean:

  • Making sure your payroll systems are spot-on, especially with tipping legislation and national living wage updates.
  • Helping you manage energy costs and supplier contracts more effectively.
  • Improving cash flow and visibility with cloud accounting and management reporting.
  • Supporting your plans to expand, refinance, or restructure.
  • Keeping you compliant across employment, tax, licensing, and business regulation.

We’re not here to sell services. We’re here to solve problems. You tell us what’s keeping you up at night, and we’ll work with you to sort it.

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  • “This bespoke training programme has had a transformative impact on our team. Each workshop sparked meaningful discussions, fostering shared understanding, respect, and stronger team cohesion. The progression from Self-Awareness and Personal Development to Fostering Team Collaboration laid a solid foundation for Time Management and Communication sessions, and we see the benefits every day. We’re grateful to the team for their invaluable support and expertise in making this happen.”

    Ciara Donnelly, Customer Care Manager, Lakeland Group

  • “Our weekly sessions with AAB are invaluable. They help us plan HR initiatives strategically, balancing priorities like recruitment, training, and managing workloads. Their practical advice ensures we’re always thinking ahead while staying on top of everyday challenges. With their support, we’ve strengthened how we attract, retain, and develop top talent while ensuring our existing team is engaged and motivated. AAB bring the expertise and perspective we need to make smarter, more strategic decisions about our people. Their guidance has given us the time and space to focus on growing the business with confidence.” Amy Mohr, Hr Manager, Blackford Analysis

    Amy Mohr, HR Manager, Blackford Analysis

HELPING YOU PROVIDE THE BEST LEISURE EXPERIENCE

From sports facilities and entertainment venues to wellbeing providers, the leisure industry is diverse and dynamic. We help businesses manage day-to-day operations while planning for long-term success, including accounting, payroll, tax, compliance, staffing, funding, and technology solutions.

Running a leisure business means juggling customer expectations, seasonality, overheads, and regulation. Whether you operate a gym, golf course, visitor attraction, or community hub, we help you take control of your numbers, people, and future.

Thinking of growing? We’ll guide you through fundraising, grant applications, or M&A opportunities. Need to trim costs or manage debt? We’ll create a plan that works.

We’re your partner for the long haul, helping you plan, adapt, and grow with confidence.

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SPECIALIST SUPPORT FOR HOSPITALITY BUSINESSES

The hospitality industry is fast-paced and customer-focused. Whether managing a busy restaurant, hotel group, or chain of bars, we help you deliver excellent service while keeping costs, staffing, and regulation under control.

We support the hotel and hospitality industry with accounting, tax, payroll, compliance, and business advisory. Our services include hospitality industry training and guidance from hospitality industry consultants, helping you improve efficiency and plan for growth.

From payroll and VAT to cash flow management and supplier contracts, we take care of the behind-the-scenes operations so you can focus on your guests.

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HOTEL ACCOUNTING SOLUTIONS THAT WORK FOR YOU

Our dedicated Hotel Accounting service brings together financial and operational data into one live dashboard, built on a hotel-specific accounting software and business intelligence platform. From daily reconciliations and back-office automation to insightful reporting and USALI-aligned financials, we help you track performance, control costs, and make data-driven decisions that boost profitability in the hotel and hospitality industry. 

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PROVIDING THE BEST PEOPLE, AT THE RIGHT TIME

Running a hospitality, leisure, or tourism business means juggling customer expectations, seasonal demand, staffing pressures, and constantly changing regulation. We help you stay on top of it all, so you can focus on growing your business with confidence.

From building robust financial models and stress-testing your plans to improving risk management, cash flow, and forecasting, we make sure your operations are resilient and future-ready. We also guide you through upcoming changes in employment law, tax, or industry regulation, so there are no last-minute surprises.

Whether you’re opening a new site, streamlining operations, or planning for long-term growth, our team delivers practical, actionable advice. That includes:

  • Cloud accounting and outsourcing options to save time
  • Tailored tax advice covering capital allowances, R&D, VAT, and hospitality-specific reliefs
  • Support with leases, expansion, or refinancing
  • Employee advice, from apprenticeships to contracts and payroll frameworks
  • Strategic guidance from audit and corporate finance specialists across your business lifecycle

With AAB, you get more than advice—you get a partner who understands the leisure and hospitality industry, travel, and tourism sectors, helping you tackle challenges, seize opportunities, and stay ahead of the curve.

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