Draft:HLB HAMT

HLB HAMT
Company typeGlobal professional services network
IndustryProfessional services
Founded1999; 26 years ago (1999)
HeadquartersHead Office in Dubai, UAE
Services
Revenue$25 million USD (2024)
Number of employees
400 (2024)
Websitewww.hlbhamt.com

HLB HAMT is a chartered accounting and business advisory firm established in 1999 and based in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). The company operates as a member firm of HLB International, a global network of independent advisory and accounting firms.

History

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HLB HAMT began operations in 1999 and has provided professional services to businesses in the UAE's mainland, offshore and free zones. The firm joined HLB International, which comprises over 51,948 professionals across 155 countries. HLB HAMT was recognised as the Network of the Year of 2020 in the Digital Accountancy awards, showcasing its strong growth in service offerings and community projects.[1] In 2023, the company partnered with Automation Anywhere, one of the global leaders in Intelligent Automation and Artificial Intelligence for leveraging advanced tools into daily operations.[2] In line with the company's 25th anniversary, HLB HAMT announced a 100,000 USD scholarship for professional accounting studies of needy workers in the UAE in 2024.[3] In the same year, HLB HAMT also partnered with Credibl, an AI sustainability platform helping organizations to enhance ESG operations and services.[4] In 2025, HLB HAMT secured the top position among UAE network members, as recognized by the International Accounting Bulletin (IAB) report.

Operations

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The firm operates seven offices across the UAE, located in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Sharjah. HLB HAMT employs approximately 400 professionals, including 14 partners, and maintains a client base of over 3,000 companies across sectors including real estate, healthcare, manufacturing, and financial services. The firm's clientele includes both local enterprises and multinational corporations operating in the Middle East region. The company operates a corporate social responsibility program called 'HLB HAMT Heroes,' involving over 100 employees in community engagement activities.[5]

Services

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HLB HAMT offers audit and assurance, tax advisory and compliance, business advisory and consulting, corporate finance, risk management, forensic accounting, and business setup and corporate structuring services.

Recognition

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In 2023, HLB HAMT received the CFI.co (Capital Finance International) award for Best Cross-Border Collaboration for Tax Solutions.[6] The same year, the firm received the SME Tech Innovation Award at an event held at Conrad Dubai.[7]

Network Affiliation

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HLB HAMT operates as a member of HLB International, providing access to the network's global resources for cross-jurisdictional advisory and accounting services.

References

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  1. ^ "HLB International wins Digital Accountancy Awards". Khaleej Times. Retrieved 2025-06-26.
  2. ^ "HLB HAMT emerges as Intelligent Automation and AI Centre of Excellence in Partnership with Automation Anywhere". Quick News Africa. 24 October 2023. Retrieved 2025-06-26.
  3. ^ "HLB HAMT unveils USD 100,000 scholarship for professional accounting studies of needy workers' children in the UAE". UAE News 247. 2024-01-30. Retrieved 2025-06-26.
  4. ^ "Credibl and HLB HAMT partner up to better enable sustainable business practices". Startup Beat. 11 April 2024. Retrieved 2025-06-26.
  5. ^ "International Volunteer Day: 100 volunteers in Dubai team up for social causes". Gulf News. 4 December 2022. Retrieved 2025-06-26.
  6. ^ "HLB CFI Cross-Border Award". Withum. 31 January 2024. Retrieved 2025-06-26.
  7. ^ "SME Tech Innovation Summit & Awards highlights key themes of digital transformation". CXODX. Retrieved 2025-06-26.
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