Douglas Charlton Accountants
is now part of Golding Accountancy
Douglas Charlton Accountants has joined Golding Accountancy. Clients will continue to receive the same high-quality service, now supported by a broader team and expanded expertise.
What this means for
Douglas Charlton clients
Continuity of service
Every existing client will continue to receive the same level of support, with no interruption to ongoing work, deadlines, or filings.
Your point of contact remains the same
The people you know are still here. There’s no need to start again or explain your situation from scratch.
Access to a wider team
As Douglas Charlton now becomes part of Golding Accountancy, you benefit from a wider team of experienced accountants in Billericay, and our other offices.
No disruption to your work
In fact things could look even better as you have access to additional expertise across tax, enhanced bookkeeping services, wider payroll services, and VAT returns.
All work continues as planned, with a smooth and carefully managed transition.
The transition has been handled with care to ensure every Douglas Charlton Accountants’ client experiences a seamless change. Your records, history, and working relationships remain intact and fully supported.
About the
integration
This move reflects a shared vision between both firms. The Douglas Charlton Accountants’ merger with Golding Accountancy brings together two teams focused on providing straightforward, reliable support.
Why Douglas Charlton joined Golding Accountancy
The decision to acquire Douglas Charlton was based on strong alignment in how both firms support their clients.
Both teams believe in clear advice, practical support, and long-term relationships. Bringing the firms together allows for:
- A stronger and more complete service offering
- Access to wider expertise across tax and advisory
- Continued growth without losing the personal approach
For anyone looking for a small business accountant in Billericay, this means more support without added complexity.
What this means going forward
As Douglas Charlton now becomes Golding Accountancy, clients gain access to wider experience from an expanded team.
- Broader support from our expert tax accountants
- Improved capacity for bookkeeping and payroll services
- Greater expertise across VAT returns and compliance
- A long-term partner focused on your financial stability
This strengthens the long-term service offering while keeping things familiar and easy to manage.
Services previously offered by Douglas Charlton
Golding Accountancy now delivers every service previously offered by Douglas Charlton. With a broader team behind it, the level of support only improves.
Clients who relied on Douglas Charlton for day-to-day services will find the same dependable, consistent approach continues without interruption.
Golding also brings additional expertise, offering wider support across different sectors and more complex requirements, while still keeping things straightforward and easy to manage.
In short, everything you had with Douglas Charlton is still available — and the range of support has grown.
- Accounts preparation
- Employment and related matters
- Data security
- Pensions
- Bookkeeping services
- Payroll services
- Taxation for individuals
- Taxation for individuals
- Capital gains tax
- Self Assessment
- Corporation tax
- Inheritance tax
- VAT returns
- Company formation
- Business start-up support
We also continue to support specialist areas such as:
- Limited liability partnerships
- Social enterprises and community sports clubs
- Charities and trustees
- Insolvency matters
Our client base includes self-employed individuals, sole traders, tradespeople, retailers, digital content creators, partnership businesses, limited companies across industries, hospitality businesses, manufacturers, and start-ups.
If you’re looking for a small business accountant or considering switching accountants in Billericay, everything you relied on is still here—now backed by the wider Golding team.
Local areas we
continue to serve
Golding Accountancy continues to support all areas previously served by Douglas Charlton.
Douglas Charlton’s local areas – now served by Golding
Our team works closely with businesses and individuals in:
Wickford
Basildon
Brentwood
Billericay
Douglas Charlton’s local client base continues to be fully supported, with no disruption to service.
Extended reach
with Golding Accountancy
With the Golding Accountancy team now supporting Douglas Charlton clients, our reach has expanded further.
Through Golding’s existing network, you now have access to accountancy expertise across a much wider geography, including dedicated offices in:
Rayleigh
Colchester
Billericay
Dartford
About
Golding Accountancy
Golding Accountancy is a well-established firm supporting businesses and individuals with clear, practical advice.
As one of the new accountants in Billericay, the firm combines experience with a straightforward, modern approach. Services cover everything from tax and accounts to bookkeeping and payroll.
Clients choose Golding because:
- Advice is clear and easy to follow
- Support is consistent and reliable
- Services are tailored to individual needs
The addition of Douglas Charlton strengthens this further, bringing together trusted relationships and expanded expertise.
Continuity of
people and expertise
One of the most important parts of this transition is continuity.
Josh Pillai continues to be involved, ensuring clients still receive the same level of personal support they are used to.
Their knowledge, experience, and relationships remain central to the service. You will still be working with familiar people, now supported by the wider Golding team.
This is not simply a change in name — it’s a continuation of trusted relationships.
Fancy a cuppa
Get in touch
We welcome any questions about the transition or our services.
Whether you are an existing Douglas Charlton client or looking for a tax accountant in Billericay, our team is here to help.
Or, email us at info@wearegolding.com
Frequently Asked Questions
(FAQs)
1. Is Douglas Charlton Accountants still operating?
Douglas Charlton Accountants is no longer operating as an independent firm; it is now part of Golding Accountancy, with all services continuing as normal.
2. Will my services change?
No. All services remain the same, with the added benefit of a larger team and wider expertise.
3. Who owns Douglas Charlton Accountants?
Douglas Charlton Accountants is now part of Golding Accountancy, following the acquisition in April 2026.
4. Who do I contact now?
You can contact Josh Pillai or reach out to the Golding Accountancy team directly.
5. Where is the office now located?
The Golding Accountancy Billericay office remains at the original Douglas Charlton office at 127 Stock Rd, Billericay CM12 0RP, and continues to support all Douglas Charlton clients, alongside other locations.
6. Do I need to do anything?
In most cases, no action is needed. If anything is required, you will be contacted directly and guided through it.