‘Eastwoods’ has been providing accounting, taxation and advisory services in South Australia for 50 years. We are a boutique chartered accountancy practice servicing small to medium size enterprises.
Our wealth of experience and personal approach provides clients with the best possible outcomes and solutions.
We work closely with our clients and their other independent advisors to assist in achieving their financial goals.
Our Team
Samantha Bails – Director
Samantha (Sam) commenced with Eastwoods Advisory in 1990 as a Filing/Administration clerk, followed by Reception/Office Manager roles over the next 18 years. In 2008, Sam made the decision to recommence her Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting) studies at the University of Adelaide graduating in 2014. She then completed the Chartered Accountants Program in 2016. After 30 plus years with Eastwoods Advisory, Sam was made a Director on 1st July 2021. Sam has grown up with many of our clients, forming long lasting relationships and friendships with them. Sam prides herself on building relationships with her clients, so she can assist in solving their business and taxation needs. Sam specialises in all facets of tax and accounting, focusing on income tax & GST issues for businesses and individuals.
Kenton Inns – Director
Kenton is a Chartered Accountant, Chartered Tax Adviser, Tax Agent and holds a Bachelor of Economics from the University of Adelaide. Kenton has worked in public accounting since 1982, previously as a Manager with Price Waterhouse in Adelaide and Melbourne and a Partner with JK McLachlan & Co. He has been with Eastwoods for over 15 years and specialises in taxation consulting and business services to small to medium enterprises. Areas of expertise include taxation, CGT and GST advice, business establishment and restructuring, property development, superannuation, budgeting and cash flow.
Leanne Taylor – Senior Consultant
Leanne is a Certified Practicing Accountant (CPA), holds a Bachelor of Arts in Accounting, is a Chartered Tax Adviser and Tax Agent. Leanne has over 10 years experience in the accounting industry, having previously worked in Chartered Firms in both Perth and Adelaide, before commencing at Eastwoods in 2002. Leanne specialises in taxation consulting, small to medium business services, primary producers, small business tax concessions, GST and BAS issues and self-managed superannuation funds.
Simon Mudie – Senior Consultant
Simon is a Chartered Accountant, Chartered Tax Adviser, Tax Agent, and holds a Bachelor of Economics from the University of Adelaide. Simon specialises in advising small businesses and the Health Sector, with his areas of expertise including taxation advice and planning, business structuring, asset protection, wealth accumulation, cashflow and finance management. Prior to joining Eastwoods, Simon’s previous experience was in audit and small business taxation with the Big Four including KPMG and Ernst & Young.
Vern Green – Accountant
Vern is a Certified Practicing Accountant with a Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting) from the University of SA and has been of providing accounting and taxation services to a wide variety of clients for over 25 years. He is experienced in providing financial reports, taxation advice, preparation of income tax returns and GST services to individuals, small and medium businesses and self-managed superannuation funds.
Matthew Richter – Accountant
Matthew is a qualified accountant holding a Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting) from the University of Adelaide. He has been with Eastwoods since 2011 and has worked in the accounting industry since 2009. Matthew uses his technology skills in providing accounting and taxation services to self-managed super funds, trusts, companies and individuals. He is experienced in preparing tax returns, financial statements and business activity statements.
Melanie Collett – Chartered Accountant
Melanie is a Chartered Accountant with a Bachelor of Commerce from the University of Adelaide and has over 10 years experience in the accounting industry in both Adelaide and Sydney. She is Xero Certified and assists clients with their in-house accounting needs. Melanie provides financial reporting, taxation and GST services to individuals, small and medium businesses over a variety of industries.
Denisa Kozma – Chartered Accountant
Denisa is a qualified Chartered Accountant with a Bachelor of Commerce from Flinders University and has over 10 years of experience in the accounting industry. She is proficient in preparing financial reports, income tax returns and providing GST services to individuals, small and medium businesses.
Karen Harris – Administration Manager
Karen has been with Eastwoods for over 30 years and is the office administration manager. She is proficient in all aspects of computer systems management including client reporting, data processing and lodgement control. Karen is also experienced with taxation and accounting matters and can assist with client administration queries.
Michelle Ambrosini – Receptionist
Michelle started with Eastwoods in September 2022, and she has over 30 years’ experience working in reception, clerical, marketing, and business administration roles. She is proficient in all aspects of computer systems management and client liaison. Michelle’s interpersonal and communication skills are an integral part of her responsibilities.
Get In Touch With Us
We would love to hear from you. Get in touch by calling or sending us an email. You may also reach us by filling out the enquiry form.
08 8332 5566
reception@eastwoodsadvisory.com.au
69 Kensington Road, NORWOOD, SA 5067
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69 Kensington Road, NORWOOD, SA 5067
NOTE: Kensington Road clearway times are:
South Side - city bound
7.30 - 9.00 am
North Side - hills bound
4.30 - 6.00 pm