NAG - Key Persons
Commencing her career in the tax profession, Bobbie-Jo quickly rose through the ranks in local accounting firms in both Wagga Wagga and Newcastle, training junior staff members and gaining her own portfolio of clients. After almost 10 years in the industry, she transitioned into the corporate world and assisted multiple companies with the implementation and establishment of their accounting software and financial controls.
In 2012, Bobbie-Jo commenced as a finance manager in the education sector, with the role evolving to a business management role in 2015. During her time in education, Bobbie-Jo was responsible for the financial management of a multi-million dollar budget and gained extensive knowledge in business management including human resource management and payroll, facilities & operations management and risk and compliance.
Bringing this expertise with her, Bobbie-Jo joined NAG in 2021, in the newly appointed business manager role. She endeavours to assist in the continued growth of the firm and building on its best practice reputation.
Bronte has recently joined the National Audits Group team, bringing 4 years' experience working in the Government Sector, the majority of which was in a Quality Control and Assurance role, which involved liaising with the Audit Office of NSW.
Chang commenced his career as a business adviser with a local mid-tier accounting practice in Dubbo. He transitioned into audit and assurance to broaden the services of the practice in 2004 and progressed through the ranks to senior audit manager in 2014 and Associate Partner in 2016.
After the completion of a six-month contract as Senior Manager - Technical and Quality Assurance with ACT Audit Office, Chang relocated to Wagga in 2019 and has become a pivotal team member within National Audits Group.
Chang has a diverse range of client experience with entities ranging from small to large reporting public companies. These include subsidiaries of foreign owned companies; not-for-profit organisations including the education, health and aged care sectors; registered clubs and local government.
Qualifications:
Member Certified Practising Accountant (CPA) Australia # 9257645
Registered Company Auditor (RCA) # 486069
Registered Examiner Law Society of NSW #5023
Public Practice Certificate
Bachelor of Business (Accounting)
Bachelor of Financial Services
Areas of Specialisation:
AFSL Compliance
External Audit and Assurance
Financial Reporting
SMSFs
Trust Accounts (Accountants, Legal and Real Estate)
Upon completing university, Cheryl embarked on her journey as an External Auditor with National Audits Group. Leveraging the experience she gained in the education sector during her studies and her financial knowledge, she strives to create value for organisations.
Job Titles:
- Internal Audit & Management Consultant
With over 30 years' experience in Local Government in rural and regional Councils including 15 years with the City of Wagga Wagga and 6 years with Temora Shire Council, Craig is well equipped to offer high quality audit, assurance and advisory services across this sector.
After graduating university with a Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting and Finance together with a Bachelor of Economics, Sanny commences her career with National Audits Group as an External Auditor. Read more
Completing a double degree in Accountancy and Management Accounting in one of the top universities in the Philippines in 2016 and 2017, Czarina started her career in a network of firms catering for audit firms in Manila.
Job Titles:
- Director
- in 2014 As a Senior Auditor
- Member of the NSW Riverina and Southern Tablelands Group of the Chartered Accountants Australian
Danielle commenced her professional career in audit in 2010 and has since gained superior technical knowledge in the standards, laws and regulations that govern our client base, which ranges from small charitable organisations to large proprietary companies.
Danielle joined National Audits Group in 2014 as a Senior Auditor and swiftly made her mark, being promoted to a manager role and then recognised as an Associate of the firm at only 28 years old. More recently, Danielle was appointed an Executive Director and Shareholder of National Audits Group, effective as of 1 July 2021.
Danielle is committed to the continuous improvement of the technical resources, tools, and templates used within National Audits Group and the profession as a whole. This commitment is driven by her passion for the profession and working closely with like-minded individuals.
As such, Danielle prides herself on being our dedicated in-house Technical and Standards Specialist as well as our Training and Development Facilitator.
With Danielle's experience, passion, approach and dedicated team of professionals, you will find that she is perfectly positioned to fulfill your engagements and ultimately provide your organisation with the services it requires.
Danielle forged her professional career by consistently demonstrating her passion and enthusiasm for the audit profession while completing her university studies, obtaining her Graduate Diploma, and becoming a Registered Company Auditor with the Australian Securities Investment Commission.
In addition to the abovementioned roles, Danielle has served as a volunteer Committee Member of the NSW Riverina and Southern Tablelands Group of the Chartered Accountants Australian and New Zealand (CAANZ) since 2018.
Qualifications:
Member Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CAANZ) # 628037
Registered Company Auditor (RCA) # 509660
Public Practice Certificate
NSW Justice of the Peace # 216471
Graduate Diploma of Chartered Accounting
Bachelor of Business (Accounting)
Areas of Specialisation:
Audit and Assurance
Financial Reporting
Diligent and highly knowledgeable, Gansen brings his SMSF Audit experience, and over 20 years' business management experience to the fore. Read more
With over 45 years' experience in accounting and auditing, Graeme's knowledge and capabilities are well established, matching his education and impressive list of accreditations.
James has over 17 years audit experience working for major second-tier accounting firms. He joined National Audits Group in 2014.
After commencing and establishing her career within her family business, Jane commenced her studies and transitioned to a local accounting firm in Wagga Wagga, with the view to gain a better understanding of the profession.
Since commencing employment at National Audits Group in 2016, Kate has gained experience and knowledge in a wide range of audit and compliance engagements in various industries, such as Not-for-Profit entities including registered clubs, associations and more.
Kristine joined the National Audits Group team in 2022, bringing with her a wealth of knowledge in both accounting and audit. Kristine commenced her career as a credit analyst in a beverage company located in the Philippines. READ MORE
Matthew joined National Audits Group in 2007 and has over 15 years' experience in providing audit and assurance services for a broad range of entities across a variety of industries.
In 2014, Miyo started her career as an audit associate in the Philippines and was soon promoted to a senior associate position. During this time, she coached and reviewed the work of her junior staff prior to gaining an opportunity to assist in offshore offices in Australia and Singapore.
Originally from Indonesia, Natasha relocated to Melbourne to continue her studies and commence her career. Natasha joined National Audits Group in 2019 in our external audit business unit.
Nathan has over 8 years' experience working within the audit profession for multiple mid-tier firms. Having joined National Audits Group in 2021, he has had exposure to various external audits, with a specific interest in SMSF audits.
Nicholas has over 7 years' experience in providing audit and assurance. His client experience includes a wide range of industries from small and large private companies, public companies (limited by guarantee and by shares), small to large ACNC entities, incorporated and unincorporated associations.
Nicole commenced her career in administration, where she trained numerous colleagues in the use of Local Government Documentation Systems and Administration processes. Following approximately 14 years in Local Government, she transitioned to the Department of Defence where she undertook the payroll function, financial management and financial controls. During this time, Nicole gained a sound understanding of Government Policies and Procedures coupled with Compliance and Risk Management requirements.
In 2015, Nicole commenced as a Finance Officer within an Aboriginal entity, where she assisted in the financial management of a multi-million dollar budget and gained further knowledge and skills in payroll, financial management and risk and compliance.
With her commitment to the finance profession, Nicole joined NAG in March 2022, as an External Auditor, where she strives to implement her expertise and industry knowledge across all facets of her work.
Qualifications:
Diploma in Accounting
Diploma in Indigenous Leadership
Areas of Specialisation:
Aboriginal Entities
Accounting Software
Budgets
External Audit and Assurance
Financial Statement Preparation
Not-for-Profit organisations
Job Titles:
- Assurance and Advisory Manager
Phil has over 20 years' experience working within Local Government including General Purpose and Water County Councils.
Completing her Accounting Technology degree in the Philippines in 2016, Sharmaine started her career in Manila, gaining experience in the general assurance cluster for different territories.
Stephen is a Fellow of Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand, with more than 20 years' experience as a qualified finance professional, working in public practice, including audit, accounting, tax, and the public sector.
Stephen has 20+ years' experience working in and for local government, including audit, finance, insurance and risk management, property, and business management including a large regional airport and livestock marketing centre. He has successfully managed and delivered complex capital projects with budgets in excess of $20m, in the public sector.
Stephen has prior experience as a Director for a large industry peak body, and chaired the Finance, Audit and Risk Management Committee.
Stephen has more than 20 years' experience as a qualified finance professional, working in public practice accounting and taxation, local government finance, and has managed large businesses with turnover in excess of $380 million.
Steven has extensive experience in audit and accounting services with over 18 years of audit experience in Australia across both public and private sector clients.
With many years of bookkeeping and administration experience and almost 2 years audit experience mostly in SMSF, William joined the National Audits Group team in 2022.