DiChristofero & Associates
DiChristofero & Associates is a leading accounting firm located in Cumberland Rhode Island, known for providing exceptional financial services to individuals, and small businesses, specializing in non-profit organizations. With over 35 years of industry experience, we are committed to delivering expert advice and customized solutions that simplify complex financial issues and support our clients in reaching their financial goals.
Scott DiChristofero, CPA
Founder & CEO
Scott’s career began upon graduation from Providence College in 1988 with a bachelor’s degree in Accounting and has spanned audit experience with an international firm and 30+ years of senior leadership positions within major Rhode Island healthcare institutions while also building a practice providing tax preparation, accounting, and financial management consulting to a variety of clients across the country.
He founded the firm in 2014 and takes pride in delivering comprehensive, high-quality service in a pleasant, client-focused manner. Whether providing ongoing bookkeeping, payroll, and accounting support, tax planning and preparation or advising on financial operations to start-up and established organizations, client satisfaction is a major point of focus. “I see my firm’s role as a partner to the client and routinely part of a team that can include experts in fields of insurance, financial planning, legal, and banking, to name a few.”
Scott is a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants and the RI Society of Certified Public Accountants. He has been and hopes to continue to be active on Boards for community organizations. He is a graduate of Leadership RI (Upsilon 2000) and former Board Chair of the organization. He currently serves as Vice President for the Cumberland Youth Activities Council, Director on the FRIENDs Way board and is a member of the Cumberland OPEB and Cumberland Pension Board. Previous boards include the Cumberland Youth Soccer Association, The Wolf School, Mount Saint Charles Academy, and the Stadium Theatre Foundation. Scott, and his wife, Charlene, have resided in Cumberland since 1998, raising their daughter Jackie, who is now an accomplished nurse at The Miriam Hospital.
When not working, Scott enjoys cooking, cycling and traveling, with a trip to Italy in the works.
Jeffrey Whitcomb
Jeff is dedicated Accountant with over 10 of experience providing comprehensive financial services to individuals, small businesses, and corporations. His expertise spans tax preparation, financial reporting, audit support, and strategic financial planning.
After graduating from the University of Rhode Island with a Bachelor’s in Accounting, Jeff has worked across diverse industries, including hospitality, media, construction and agricultural, assisting clients in streamlining their accounting processes and optimize their financial operations. He is passionate about helping clients navigate the complexities of their finances while ensuring compliance with all regulations, exhibiting a commitment to accuracy, integrity, and attention to detail that ensures clients always receive reliable and insightful financial advice.
Outside of work, Jeff enjoys spending time with family and friends, relaxing at the beach or on the golf course.
Art has decades of financial services experience in RI going back to 1987 and his accomplishments include earning an MBA with a concentration in accounting and gaining his IRS certifications known as PTIN, EFIN, and AFSP. Art lists his best accomplishments as helping numerous clients/friends navigate the challenges of financial planning as it revolves around taxes.
On a personal note, Art has raised four young adults in Cumberland, RI, and has recently become a proud grandfather. He shares his home with his longtime partner, Gloria, and they enjoy many adventures together AFTER tax season ends!
Arthur Diedrich, AFSP