Business Details
16 Years
experience
Trusted Chartered Accountants in Ascot
Established in 2010, Dilena Chartered Accountants Chartered Accountants provides comprehensive business and accountancy services to private individuals and corporate clients across diverse sectors. Our ethos centres on building strong client relationships to deliver tailored solutions that address specific needs while ensuring compliance with statutory requirements. With expertise in audit, assurance, taxation, and forensic accounting, we combine technical proficiency with a personal approach. Our team, led by Principal Salvatore Dilena Chartered Accountants, offers services ranging from financial statement preparation to expert witness testimony, supported by cutting-edge software like Xero. We prioritise transparency, client education, and proactive advice to help businesses navigate complex financial landscapes.Our success stems from loyal clients who value our commitment to professional excellence and individualised service. Based in Ascot, we serve clients locally and nationwide, maintaining audit registration with the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales. Through decades of combined experience, we deliver actionable insights that empower informed decision-making for startups and established entities alike. Our dedication to quality is reflected in client testimonials praising our approachability, technical knowledge, and strategic guidance.
Services
Accounting Services
Taxation
Payroll
Audit
Forensic Accounting
Company Secretarial
Business Advisory
VAT Services
Bookkeeping
Expert Witness
Details
- Year established: 2010
Highlights and features
- We offer 14 years of chartered accounting expertise since 2010
- Our team includes certified Xero partners with audit registration
- We provide tailored financial solutions for diverse business sectors
- Our principal acts as expert witness for Crown Prosecution Service cases
- We combine technical proficiency with personal client relationship management
Associations and certifications
- Xero
- Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales
What people say
Highly professional
Personal and considered service
Expertise
Approachable
Critical advice
Services
Accounting Services
We prepare statutory accounts compliant with Companies House requirements and assist with financial statement interpretation. Our team delivers periodic management accounts to support informed business decisions. Services include business plan development and cash-flow forecasting for startups and established entities.
Taxation
We handle corporation tax computations, personal tax returns, and VAT registrations. Our expertise covers tax relief optimisation and compliance with HMRC requirements. We provide strategic advice on tax-efficient business structures and regulatory changes affecting clients.
Audit and Assurance
Registered with ICAEW for UK audit work, we conduct statutory audits for diverse organisations. Our assurance services include due diligence, accounting standard interpretation, and compliance verification tailored to specific client needs across commercial and charitable sectors.
Forensic Accounting
We specialise in valuation services for disputes, divorce settlements, and fraud investigations. Our principal provides expert witness testimony for the Crown Prosecution Service, delivering technical financial analysis in pre-trial and litigation contexts.
Business Advisory
Our consultancy covers profit optimisation, operational reviews, and in-house finance director support. We help businesses navigate regulatory changes and implement effective financial controls using industry-leading software solutions like Xero and Sage.
People
Salvatore Dilena
Principal
Fellow of the ICAEW with 14 years' experience, Salvatore specialises in audit, taxation, and forensic accounting. He provides expert witness services for the Crown Prosecution Service and advises on complex financial matters.
Catherine Dilena
Consultant
Certified ICSA professional advising on corporate governance and statutory compliance. Catherine ensures clients meet Companies Act 2006 requirements and manages corporate secretarial services for business entities.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer?
We provide financial statements, management accounts, business plans, tax returns, VAT services, payroll, bookkeeping, and audit assurance.
Are you registered to perform audits?
Yes, we're registered with the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales to conduct audit work in the UK.
Do you support business startups?
We offer business plan development, cash-flow forecasts, and compliance guidance specifically for new ventures and acquisitions.
Can you handle international accounting needs?
Our Xero software integration enables worldwide financial management support for businesses operating across borders.
What specialist forensic services are available?
We provide valuation services, fraud investigations, dispute resolution financial analysis, and expert witness testimony for legal cases.
How do you ensure compliance with changing regulations?
We maintain continuous professional development and proactively advise clients on evolving tax laws and company legislation.
