Joseph de Silva
Chartered Accountant
Profile Summary
Joseph de Silva is a highly experienced chartered accountant with over 35 years of expertise in both practice and industry. From his office in Kilburn, Joseph assists clients throughout central and North West London including Belsize Park, Swiss Cottage, Maida Vale, Hampstead and Cricklewood with all tax, accountancy and business advisory services. Recently, Joseph has been advising small to medium sized clients in a wide variety of sectors ranging from the art world, motor, through to hospitality, property and recruitment. With a deep understanding of accounting and tax, Joseph's practice provides all the normal services such as book-keeping, payroll, VAT, end of year accounts preparation and self-assessment tax returns, leaving you time to do what you are good at. With the back-up of a large national organization, Joseph can also provide detailed tax advice for the more unusual tax queries you may have.
Accounting Services Offered
Income Tax and Self Assessment
Comprehensive income tax services including self-assessment tax returns, tax planning strategies, and HMRC compliance to minimize your tax liabilities while ensuring full regulatory compliance.
Accounting and Bookkeeping
Professional bookkeeping services to keep your financial records accurate and up-to-date, including day-to-day transaction recording, bank reconciliations, and financial statement preparation.
Value Added Tax (VAT)
Expert VAT services including VAT registration, quarterly returns, VAT planning, Making Tax Digital (MTD) compliance, and advice on complex VAT matters.
Business Advice and Support
Strategic business advisory services drawing on 35 years of experience, covering business planning, cash flow management, growth strategies, and operational efficiency improvements.
Capital Gains Tax (CGT)
Specialist capital gains tax advice for property transactions, business disposals, and investment sales, including tax planning to minimize CGT liabilities.
Corporation Tax (CT)
Complete corporation tax services including tax return preparation, tax planning, R&D tax credits, and strategic advice to optimize your company's tax position.
Who Joseph Silva Works With
Joseph works with small to medium-sized businesses and entrepreneurs across a wide variety of sectors including the art world, automotive industry, hospitality sector, property businesses, and recruitment agencies. He also assists individual clients with personal tax matters and self-assessment returns. No matter which business sector you are in, Joseph feels confident that he can help you deal with your accounting and tax requirements.
Accounting Philosophy & Approach
Joseph's accounting philosophy is grounded in practical, accessible advice that empowers business owners to focus on what they do best. With over three decades of experience spanning both practice and industry, Joseph understands the real-world challenges businesses face. His approach emphasizes clear communication, proactive tax planning, and building long-term relationships based on trust and delivering measurable value. Joseph believes in making accounting understandable and ensuring clients have the support of a large national organization for complex queries.
Qualifications & Professional Memberships
- ACA - Associate Chartered Accountant (ICAEW)
- Over 35 years of experience in practice and industry
- Extensive experience growing businesses from small companies to multinational groups
- Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW)
- AIMS Accountants National Network
Fees & Charges
Joseph operate on a transparent, client-friendly fee structure with several key benefits: • Fixed fees agreed in advance - no surprises or unexpected bills • We don't charge by the hour - providing cost certainty and peace of mind • Cost-effective fees with cash flow benefits - structured to support your business finances • Local presence with national strength - combining personal service with the resources of a large organization All fees are clearly explained and agreed upon before engagement begins. The initial consultation is free, allowing you to discuss your financial aims and understand how Joseph can help your business.
Areas Served
Joseph provides accounting services from his office in Kilburn to clients throughout central and North West London, including: • Belsize Park • Swiss Cottage • Maida Vale • Hampstead • Cricklewood • Kilburn • And surrounding areas across North West London Joseph also serves clients across Greater London and can accommodate virtual consultations for clients throughout the United Kingdom.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why should I work with AIMS and Joseph?
AIMS and Joseph offer a unique combination of local, personalized service with the backing of a large national organization. You benefit from fixed fees agreed in advance, cost-effective pricing, and Joseph's 35 years of experience across diverse business sectors. The initial consultation is free, and we don't charge by the hour, giving you cost certainty and peace of mind.
What sectors does Joseph have experience in?
Joseph has extensive experience advising clients across a wide variety of sectors including the art world, automotive industry, hospitality, property, and recruitment. His 35 years of experience in both practice and industry means he can confidently handle accounting and tax requirements for businesses in virtually any sector.
Does Joseph offer a free initial consultation?
Yes, Joseph loves to meet new clients to discuss their financial aims, and the initial consultation is completely free. This allows you to understand how Joseph can help your business without any financial commitment.
How does the fixed fee structure work?
Unlike traditional accountants who charge by the hour, Joseph and AIMS agree fixed fees in advance. This means you know exactly what you'll pay before any work begins, providing cost certainty and helping with your cash flow planning. There are no surprise bills or hidden charges.
Can Joseph help with unusual or complex tax queries?
Yes, with the back-up of AIMS' large national organization, Joseph can provide detailed tax advice for more unusual or complex tax queries that may be beyond the scope of a typical small practice. You get the personal service of a local accountant with access to specialist expertise when needed.
What areas of London does Joseph serve?
From his office in Kilburn, Joseph serves clients throughout central and North West London including Belsize Park, Swiss Cottage, Maida Vale, Hampstead, Cricklewood, and surrounding areas. He also offers virtual consultations for clients across Greater London and the UK.