Chartered accountant in Nice for hospitality, real estate and international founders | Hayot Expertise
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English-speaking accountant in ParisWhy choose Hayot Expertise for Nice?
Need a chartered accountant in Nice who can handle seasonality, VAT, payroll, commissions and owner structuring? Hayot Expertise supports hotels, restaurants, concierge businesses, service companies, property investors and founders who need responsive and bilingual follow-up. We cover accounting, tax, payroll, cash flow, SCI, LMNP and founder-remuneration decisions.
- Dedicated team, response guaranteed within 24 working hours
- Digital interface, paperless, 24/7 access
- Transparent pricing, no hidden fees
- Firm registered with the Order of Chartered Accountants
Our expertise tailored to your business
Hospitality, restaurants and concierge services
We help seasonal businesses keep payroll, VAT, commissions, deposits and cash flow under control without losing visibility during peak activity.
Real estate, SCI, LMNP and founders
We support owners, investors and business leaders on bookkeeping, SCI or LMNP structuring, family holding companies and the practical organization of founder remuneration.
Our services in Nice
A comprehensive offering designed for entrepreneurs, executives and investors.
Accounting & financial statements
Bookkeeping, tax returns, monthly dashboards.
Tax optimisation
Corporate tax, income tax, VAT, R&D credits.
Payroll & HR
Payslips, employment contracts, HR management.
Business structuring
Entity choice, incorporation, fundraising, shareholder agreements.
Wealth & real estate
Real estate companies, wealth planning, inheritance.
International & expats
Expats, transfer pricing, foreign accounts, double taxation.
The economic ecosystem of Nice
Nice combines tourism, premium services, real estate and an international customer base. Between the city center, the port, the airport area, Arenas and the Var plain, founders often have to manage seasonality, changing teams, cross-border clients and asset-structuring questions at the same time. Good accounting support therefore needs to cover daily operations, payroll, VAT, cash flow and personal structuring without making the process heavy.
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How to work with us
Free audit
We analyse your situation in 30 minutes, with no commitment.
Tailored proposal
Clear and transparent quote, tailored to your activity and budget.
Ongoing support
Your dedicated accountant responds within 24h, available year-round.
Practical guide — Structuring a business in Nice
Everything you need to know about doing business in Nice
Choose a structure that fits hospitality or service activity
Depending on the business, SAS, SASU and SARL do not create the same framework for founder status, asset protection, incoming partners or profit distribution. We also review holding-company questions when they become relevant early.
Manage seasonality, payroll and cash flow
Tourism, restaurants, events and concierge businesses have to anticipate payroll peaks, VAT, cash swings and short-term staffing changes. We set up a practical monthly process so management keeps visibility before, during and after the busy season.
Coordinate SCI, LMNP and founder assets
For founders and investors, we connect company accounting with personal structuring choices: direct ownership versus company ownership, LMNP, corporate SCI, family holdings, salary and dividends.
Work smoothly with international clients and partners
The French Riviera often requires bilingual support, clearer reporting and more explanation around French tax and legal rules. We organize the process so investors, managers and partners can understand decisions quickly.
Frequently asked questions — Chartered accountant in Nice
Answers to questions entrepreneurs in Nice ask most
Which legal status works best for a restaurant, concierge business or service company in Nice?
SAS and SARL are common options, but the right choice mainly depends on the number of partners, the social-status target for the founder, asset protection and how you want to organize profit extraction. We frame that decision early.
Can you handle seasonal payroll and DSN filings?
Yes. We manage payslips, DSN filings, onboarding and offboarding, payroll variables and the recurring founder-remuneration questions, with a process adapted to peak-season activity.
How can we optimize a real estate investment with SCI or LMNP?
We compare direct ownership, corporate SCI and LMNP under the real regime based on your objective: yield, transmission, cash flow or tax planning. The goal is to connect the property strategy to your overall situation rather than apply a standard setup.
How much does a chartered accountant cost in Nice?
Fees mainly depend on accounting volume, headcount, seasonality, advisory needs and the reporting level you expect. We define the scope clearly so the engagement fits the activity and avoids hidden extras.
What documents should we send each month?
The essentials are customer and supplier invoices, bank statements, expense claims, new contracts, cash movements when relevant and payroll variables. With Pennylane, Dext and Qonto, collection stays manageable even during busy periods.
Can we work remotely with your firm from Nice?
Yes. The engagement is designed for video calls, e-signature, shared documents and regular management reviews. That gives you the same quality of follow-up whether you operate near the port, the seafront or the airport area.
Do you support international founders and English-speaking teams?
Yes. We provide bilingual French-English support for founders, investors and managers who need a clear explanation of French company setup, tax rules and accounting operations.
Can you support a family holding company or founder-remuneration strategy?
Yes. We advise on holding-company structuring, salary-versus-dividend decisions, links between the operating company and property assets, and the broader tax picture for the founder.
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Let's meet
Whether by video (100% remote) or at the office, we are available to audit your accounting.