news: Dux Advisory Acquires Chimes Accountancy Services to Expand Regional Footprint

Dux Advisory Acquires Chimes Accountancy Services to Expand Regional Footprint

Photo: The new Dux Advisory team members with MD Shaun Brownsmith at the new office in High Wycombe.

Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire – August 2025 — Dux Advisory, a leading accounting and advisory firm headquartered in Aylesbury, is pleased to announce the acquisition of Chimes Accountancy Services, a respected independent accountancy practice based in High Wycombe. 

This strategic move adds a third location for Dux Advisory who already have offices in both Aylesbury and Berkhamsted, strengthening their presence across Herts and Bucks. The acquisition will enhance the teams service capabilities, enabling them to better serve its growing base of individual and business clients throughout the region.

Founded by Marina Hunt, Chimes Accountancy Services has provided trusted accounting and advisory services to local businesses for over a decade. Marina will remain actively involved during the transition to ensure a smooth integration for both clients and staff.

“We are excited to welcome the Chimes team and their clients into the Dux Advisory family,” said Shaun Brownsmith, Managing Director of Dux Advisory. “Our firms share a dedication to service, integrity, and supporting and guiding our clients to help them succeed. This acquisition is a great cultural and strategic fit that supports our growth ambitions while continuing to deliver a personalised service at a local level.”

Clients of Chimes Accountancy Services will continue to receive the same high-quality service they know and trust, now with access to a broader team and enhanced resources through Dux Advisory’s modern infrastructure and cloud-based systems.

The firms have already begun integration, and no immediate changes to staffing or client service arrangements are planned.

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