Our People
Richard Hale – Managing Director
B.Bus (Accounting), Dip.FP, Chartered Accountant
Richard commenced in public practice in Kingston in 1997. He has a passion for small business and advises in the fields of taxation compliance and minimisation, business structures, buying and selling a business etc. “I am good with numbers but my motivation is the people who are behind these numbers - my clients, employees and associates.”
Belinda Fitzgerald – Senior Accountant
B.Bus (Accounting & Human Resources), Chartered Accountant
Belinda has over 20 years experience in the public practice environment. She specialises in accounting software setup and support and SMSF administration. Belinda has the knowledge and experience to find optimum outcomes for clients. Her focus is on developing great relationships to better understand the client’s business and financial goals. Belinda is also an accredited Xero consultant.
Jenny Leitch – Senior Accountant
B.Com (Accounting & Finance) Dip.FP CPA
Jenny joined the firm in 2016 after leaving a Finance Officer role with a not-for-profit association. She has extensive experience having worked in accounting, financial planning, taxation and bookkeeping, meeting the needs of a diverse mix of individuals and businesses. Jenny is also an accredited Xero consultant.
Mital Sutariya – Senior Accountant and Xero Consultant
B.Com, ASA
Mital is an associate member of CPA Australia. She has knowledge and experience in taxation and accounting for individuals and small businesses. One of her core strengths is providing end to end tax and accounting support with a focus on driving profitably and value.
Leanne Gill – Office Administrator and Bookkeeper
Leanne was known to us for more than a decade as a part-owner of a successful business that was a long-term client of the firm until it was sold. Consequently she has a practical understanding and knowledge of business issues. Leanne is experienced with the use of MYOB and Xero and provides bookkeeping services to our clients.
Chloe Flakemore – Tax and Xero Consultant
Chloe divides her time between tax return preparation, bookkeeping and administration. She has worked in the industry for more than ten years in both Kingston and Huonville.
Ella Morrison – Reception and Office Admin
Ella is our most recent addition and the youngest member of the team. She achieved excellent ATAR scores in college and then pursued a trade for four years, qualifying as a painter and decorator before transitioning to this office role.
