Kampala · Mbarara, Uganda Mon – Fri, 8:30am – 5:30pm +256 776 743795 info@hawthorneassociate.com

Tax · Accounting · Advisory

Your trusted partner in Tax Compliance

Practical tax, accounting, advisory and HR solutions that help Ugandan businesses and organisations stay compliant, make better decisions and grow with confidence.

  • Qualified CPA-led team
  • Offices in Kampala & Mbarara
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URA compliantFilings done right, on time
8 Service linesOne trusted partner
Integrity
Professionalism
Accuracy
Results
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Client-first Practical solutions, built around your business

Who we are

Financial clarity. Strategic insight. Sustainable growth.

Hawthorne Associates is a professional services firm that helps businesses improve their financial performance.

We combine technical expertise in tax, accounting and advisory with hands-on, personal support. That means accurate records, confident compliance and advice you can act on, for organisations across Uganda and beyond.

  • Professional expertise and strict confidentiality
  • Independent, practical advice, not just compliance boxes
  • Long-term partnerships built on trust
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8Core service lines
10+Client organisations
8+Industries served
2Offices in Uganda

Why Hawthorne

Why businesses choose us

Our standard is simple: our work should give you the clarity and confidence to make better decisions.

01

Professional expertise

A CPA-led team grounded in technical rigour and current Ugandan tax and regulatory practice.

02

Integrity & independence

Objective, honest counsel, and strict confidentiality with your financial information.

03

Practical solutions

Advice built for real decisions and real budgets, not reports that sit on a shelf.

04

Responsive service

Reachable by phone, email or WhatsApp, with a team that respects your deadlines.

05

Technology-driven

Modern accounting software and cloud tools that improve accuracy, speed and transparency.

06

Long-term partnership

We invest in relationships that grow with your business, from start-up to scale-up.

Sectors

Industries we serve

Advice shaped by the realities of your sector, its regulations and its funding environment.

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Trusted by organisations across Uganda

Uganda Railways Corporation Drazo Home Harvest St. Simon Peter's Vocational Training Institute Celer Finance Khambati Impex AWYAD Banana e360 Uganda Tennis Association St. Kirigwajjo Bijjuka Secondary School Seventh-day Adventist Church, Rwenzori Field Rural Aid Foundation (RAFO) Mushunga Community Project Mujuni Ventures Ltd

How we work

From first conversation to lasting results

  1. Consult

    We listen to your goals, challenges and deadlines in a consultation by phone or in person.

  2. Assess

    We review your records, systems and compliance position to see where you really stand.

  3. Deliver

    You get a clear proposal, then the work itself: accurate, on time and fully explained.

  4. Grow

    Ongoing reporting and advice keep you compliant and ready for the next stage.

Client stories

What our clients say

Business advisory on internal controls had a real impact on our financial management. I was worried about how to set up internal controls and keep proper records, but since we hired Hawthorne our financial management has improved.
Immaculate NgoziSt. Simon Peter's Vocational Training Centre
We had a challenge with financial reporting to our funders. Since engaging Hawthorne as our financial reporting and management consultants, we have been able to secure more funding and support. Their team is active, responsive and professional.
Stevephen KasoziDirector, Miika Hardware Stores SMC Ltd
Our bookkeeping was a serious challenge. We couldn't track our transactions or performance. Hawthorne advised us to adopt an accounting system, and we have seen a significant improvement in tracking our records and in our performance reports.
Eunice KasandeHome Harvest Ug Limited

FAQs

Questions we hear often

Can't find your answer? Call us on +256 776 743795 or send a message on WhatsApp.

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What kinds of businesses do you work with?

Everyone from start-ups and SMEs to established companies, NGOs, schools and public bodies. Our clients span agriculture, finance, transport, education, retail, construction and the non-profit sector.

Can you handle my URA tax filings every month?

Yes. We prepare and file VAT, PAYE, withholding tax and income tax returns, track your deadlines and keep you compliant. We can also handle NSSF and local authority returns as part of our outsourced services.

We're a small business. Is outsourcing our accounting worth it?

For most small businesses, yes. Outsourcing gives you a qualified team for less than the cost of a full-time accountant, plus accurate records, on-time filings and monthly reports you can make decisions with. We tailor the package to your size.

Which accounting software do you support?

We set up, customise and train teams on QuickBooks, Zoho Books, Agibooks, Odoo, Tally Prime, Sage Business Cloud and Xero, and we can migrate your data from spreadsheets or an older system.

Can you help with donor and funder reporting?

Yes. We prepare financial reports in the format your funders require and strengthen the internal controls behind them, which helps organisations keep existing funding and win new grants.

How do I get started?

Book a consultation online, call us or visit our Kampala or Mbarara office. We'll learn about your business, recommend what you need and send a clear proposal.

Let's build a stronger financial future for your business.

Tax, accounting, advisory or HR: tell us what you need and we'll recommend the right next step.

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