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I help business owners improve profitability, gain control of cash flow, and make confident financial decisions — with the support of a CFO-level advisor, not just a compliance accountant. I specialise in working with clinics, trades and service-based businesses. I am a Chartered Accountant (CA), ATO Registered Tax Agent and ASIC Agent with over 25 years’ experience advising businesses ranging from startups through to multi-million and billion-dollar organisations. My background includes senior roles within a Big 4 accounting firm and industry, where I specialised in financial performance, governance, risk, and strategic advisory. Today, I operate a boutique advisory practice, working closely with business owners as a trusted advisor — not just a compliance accountant. How I Add Value Clients typically engage me when they want to: - Improve profit margins and overall business performance - Gain clarity and control over cash flow - Structure their business correctly for tax efficiency and growth - Move beyond basic bookkeeping into real financial insight and strategy - Have an experienced professional to challenge, guide and support decisions Core Services - Business advisory & performance improvement - Cash flow forecasting & financial planning - Profitability analysis & cost control - Business structure advice (companies, trusts) - Tax strategy & compliance (ATO Registered Tax Agent) - BAS, IAS and year-end tax obligations - Financial reporting & management accounting - Process improvement & systems implementation - Governance, risk & compliance Experience & Background - Chartered Accountant (CA ANZ) with Certificate of Public Practice - 25+ years across Big 4 and commercial environments - Experience advising multi-million and billion-dollar businesses - Strong background in ERP systems (SAP, PeopleSoft, etc.) - Founder of a successful boutique accounting, tax and advisory firm Why Clients Work With Me I take a commercial, practical and proactive approach — not just compliance. You can expect: - Clear, direct advice (no unnecessary complexity) - A focus on real business outcomes, not just reports - Strategic thinking combined with hands-on support - A long-term advisory mindset Engagement Approach I work best with clients who are serious about: - Growing their business - Improving financial performance - Making informed, strategic decisions If that sounds like you, I’d be happy to discuss how I can assist.