Mikayla Baker

Mikayla’s expertise spans across both external and internal audits, working with a broad range of industries including not-for-profits, superannuation, education, and government. Her keen interest in private industry has also seen Mikayla taking lead roles in audits of some of Tasmania’s largest private companies.

Mikayla is recognised by clients for her attention to detail, particularly in identifying opportunities for improvement. With a friendly personality, she fosters strong relationships with clients and is committed to going above and beyond to guarantee clien…

Oliver Barta

Oliver has built a reputation for working closely with his clients to help them achieve their goals, and position themselves well for the future, whether in business or in their personal lives.

His expertise in strategy, planning and business improvement is highly regarded and his clients span a wide variety of industry sectors. From providing advice to clients on establishing successful businesses, through to restructuring, succession planning and business sales, Oliver is focused on working collaboratively and delivering solutions and outcomes.

Oliver also works wit…

Matthew Kiernan

Matthew is a key advisor to business and personal clients across all corners of Tasmania and beyond. His expertise and interests include analysing businesses to improve performance and profitability, maximising value for his clients and working with new businesses to help them establish successfully.

With experience across an extensive range of sectors including agriculture, property development, construction, retail, health and professional services, Matthew is recognised by his clients for his commitment in taking the time to understand their business, their goals and …

Naomi Norman

Naomi specialises in working with small to medium businesses, helping them navigate complex environments to grow their business and achieve their goals. Her approach is to work in partnership with her clients and she says the most rewarding part of her job is witnessing their success.

Having grown up in a regional area of Tasmania, Naomi is a self-confessed country girl with an active interest in the equine industry. Her background has provided her with a thorough understanding of the challenges that can impact rural businesses. Naomi is highly regarded for her expertise…

John Oliver

John joined WLF Accounting & Advisory in July 2023 through the merger of his accounting practice. He established his accounting practice in 2000, during that time building a client base of private, family owned and small business clients, advising across a range of industries and professions. He continues to provide these services in his current role at WLF.

Prior to this his professional career and extensive expertise has been gained in accounting firms across the areas of: business services, taxation, consulting, audit and insolvency, across government, SMEs and t…

Georgie Price

Georgie’s expertise in both internal and external audits has seen her taking lead roles in audits for some of Tasmania’s largest commercial businesses. She also works with clients across a broad range of sectors including finance, not-for-profit, government and manufacturing.

Georgie has a focus on building strong business relationships with her clients. Her interpersonal skills are highly regarded, both inside the firm and with clients and she has a deep commitment to adding value and delivering over and above the basic audit needs.

Georgie plays a key role in recrui…

Claire Thornett

Claire is a Director within our highly specialised tax advisory division, advising clients on a broad range of complex taxation issues and assisting them in navigating the complicated tax system. She thoroughly enjoys uncovering and translating the intricacies of tax legislation for her clients. Her breadth of knowledge, attention to detail and commitment to professional development ensures her clients receive comprehensive advice that they can understand and rely on.

Claire has a particular interest in working with not-for-profit entities and charities, where her expert…

Rebecca Walkley

Rebecca’s strong accounting and taxation technical competency, experience and proficiency in a number of software platforms enable her to deliver excellent service to her clients. Rebecca specialises in self-managed superannuation funds, and works with clients across the Primary Production, Health, Legal and Construction industries.

Qualifications:

Bachelor of Commerce (University of Tasmania)
Member of the Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand

To contact Rebecca phone 03 6223 6155 or email [email protected]…

James Watson

James works with a wide range of clients across the commercial business sector, as well as with individuals and family clients.

He understands that not everyone has time for the ‘joys of number crunching’ and prides himself on delivering information and advice in an effective and easy to understand communication style that is greatly appreciated by clients.

James’ expertise includes navigating the complexities of Self-Managed Superannuation Funds (SMSF). Combined with thorough knowledge of the ever-changing tax environment, James is committed to helping his busi…