Anthony McPhee – Principal – Gympie, Bundaberg, Sunshine Coast & Brisbane

B. Bus (Acc) QUT CPA & Registered Tax Agent  |  m - 0407 721 533 | e- anthony@charterpartners.com.au 
Anthony qualified as an Accountant in March 1990 and became a Certified Practising Accountant five years later. His career began in Newcastle, in the tax and business services division of a major firm of Chartered Accountants, where he specialised in advising small to medium businesses (particularly clubs and hotels). He returned to Brisbane in 1993 putting his expertise to work in a number of medium sized practices. With a passion for small business accounting, management and consulting, Anthony thrives on the challenge of delivering tangible business benefits to his clients. His clients value his business acumen and depth of specialist skills in areas such as taxation planning, business acquisitions and valuations. Anthony is an active and well-respected member of both the business and wider communities through his involvement with the Gympie Chamber of Commerce, Secretary of the Gympie Cemetery Trust, Business Mentor for the QLD state government initiative Mentoring for Growth Program and member of the Cooloola Fitness Centre.

Aleisha Kidd – Receptionist & Anthony's PA – Gympie
As a Receptionist and Personal Assistant for Anthony, Aleisha brings vibrancy to our Gympie office, whilst always having a smile at the ready. Add to that a wide experience in legal administration, retail and the travel industry, and you have a professional, client orientated and reliable front desk, that is always willing to help. Raised in both Gympie and Rainbow Beach, Aleisha loves getting outside and active, and aims to start studying later this year.

After completing a Bachelor of Multimedia in 2007 at QANTM College, Christine joined the Charter Partners team the following year as an Administration Assistant – and is enjoying the best of both worlds.  Not only has she acquired a range of practical business administration skills, but she has also been able to apply her multimedia capabilities through administration of the firm’s website.  Christine plans to further her studies in ‘09 in E-Business and Accounting.

Cynthia Godden – Client Manager - Gympie

Studying B. Bus (Acc)
Cynthia brings a wealth of skills to Charter Partners, gained over more than 9 years in professional practice working across a diverse range of industries.  Her particular expertise in the preparation of financial accounts, taxation and business succession planning allows her to work closely with clients.  Add to that her experience in the hospitality, employment and government sectors, and you have a valued Client Services Manager who maintains positive, long-term client relationships by ensuring a consistently high level of service.  When she’s not tending to clients’ needs, Cynthia successfully juggles life as a farmer, mum and university student.

Frances Skinner – Client Manager - Gympie

Helen Tramacchi – Accountant - Gympie

Since 2001, Helen has assisted Charter Partners clients in the broad spectrum of accounting services.  She is particularly focused on helping them improve their bookkeeping to meet their record-keeping, GST and accounting requirements.  Her professionalism and heart for people in business see Helen go out of her way to assist clients, even gaining an Associate Degree in Commerce during her time with the firm, to enhance her skills and broaden her real world business perspective.

Inga Jarick – Senior Client Manager - Gympie

B.Comm (Acc & Fin) with Distinction
As Client Manager, Inga leads a small but dedicated team in the Gympie Office.  The breadth of experience and knowledge gained in a 20-year career working in a variety of finance roles, the last five in professional practice with Charter Partners, has allowed Inga to bring a new dimension to the practice.  Raised on a cattle and sugar cane property, she is only too familiar with the challenges and issues of rural life and business, making her an asset in our semi-rural community.  And the rural ties run deep & Inga lives with her husband and three children on a small property outside Gympie, where they run a few cattle and enjoy horse riding every chance they get.

Jan-Maree Zillmann – Administration Assistant - Gympie

Kaitlyn Hughes – Payroll and Debtors Manager - Gympie
Kaitlyn originally came to Charter Partners over 8 years ago and in that time she has now taken on the most important role in the company (according to some) of payroll.  Her professionalism, expertise in reporting, customer data and debtors makes Kaitlyn a valuable asset for the firm.  Kaitlyn hails from Tin Can Bay like others in the firm.

Kelly Cruickshank – Administration Assistant - Bundaberg

Kelly has been working in administration support roles for the best part of a decade and is currently studying hard, with her major goal a Bachelor of Business Studies firmly in her sights.  Kelly makes a great first impression as she is usually the first person you meet in our Bundaberg office.  We affectionately call Kelly the ‘harmonizer’ as she makes things run smoothly across the office.

Leanne Harris – Financial Controller & IT Manager - Gympie
The decision to relocate to the Gympie region in 1995 opened new doors for Leanne Harris, and one of them brought her to Charter Partners.  Growing up in country Victoria and completing her secondary education in Brisbane, Leanne went on to work for Mercedes Benz and then Mack Trucks.  But having had her fill of big boys toys and big cities, she headed for Cooloola with her husband seeking a “safer, cleaner and healthier environment” to raise their children.  Since arriving in Gympie Leanne has not only run her own bookkeeping business she has also worked in financial control for Cooloola Cars and Commercials.  Leanne holds a Certificate IV in Workplace Training and Assessment and a Certificate IV in Accounting, both of which stand her in good stead in her chosen field.  When it comes to time out, going to the gym, reading and camping are her preferred pleasures.

Linda Cooley – Client Manager – Gympie

B. Bus (Acc)
Linda graduated from the University of Southern Queensland in 1998 with a Bachelor of Business.  She has 14 years accounting experience, which makes her well placed to understand clients’ requirements.  Linda enjoys the personal interaction with clients and strives to provide them with reliable, quality service and foster enduring and productive relationships.  The team at Charter Partners also enjoys Linda’s occasional joke and ‘quirky’ sense of humor.

Luke Samways – Accountant - Bundaberg

B.Bus (Acc) CQU
With more than 10-years experience in accounting to his credit, incorporating an even balance of both public tax accounting and internal corporate accounting spheres, Luke adds significantly to the firm’s expertise.  Bundy born and bred, Luke knows the area, its business community and its needs well.  His desire to stay and raise his two children in such a wonderful and secure environment, says a lot about his commitment to the area and confidence in its future.  Luke’s pleasant personality and ability to explain often-complex matters in a simple manner are strengths that have made him highly effective as a business advisor.

Lynne Blake –  Practice & Compliance Manager - Gympie
An eye for detail, a diverse knowledge base plus 20 years experience in the accounting profession (11 of these years at Charter Partners) have made Lynne a formidable asset to the Charter Partners team.  Her quality control efforts and high standards ensure that any work leaving the office is always the best it can be – this is what makes her the quality champion within the firm.  Lynne’s dedication to providing clients with a compliance service that is second-to-none shines through in her consistently thorough and efficient approach.  Lynne and her family enjoy the rural lifestyle of their acreage at Cedar Pocket.

Mandy Taske – Trainee Accountant - Bundaberg
Mandy says numbers are in her blood, which could explain why accounting and bookkeeping has been her preferred career for the past 22 years.  It’s little wonder the logical nature of it appeals so strongly to such a methodical and organised individual, and there’s nothing Mandy likes better than doing data entry and compiling financial reports.  Hmmmm.  Nothing that is apart from a good workout at the gym and plenty of Bundaberg sunshine.

Marg McCarthy – Client Manager - Gympie

B.Comm
For 20 years Marg has been building on her extensive accounting experience, the last half of those with Charter Partners.  She holds a Bachelor of Commerce and as a very experienced and hands on accountant who is an absolute font of knowledge, has forged her role as Senior Accountant and Client Manager with the firm.   The high level work she carries out and results she achieves make it easy to see why her clients wouldn’t choose anyone else, and also why she is such a well-respected member of the team.

Rhiannon Scott – Administration Assistant - Gympie
Rhiannon is an administration assistant who supports a team of six accountants.  She strives for perfection in everything she does and continues to develop her responsibilities.  Rhiannon enjoys her work at Charter Partners and loves going to the beach as often as possible.

Sharon Jaenke – Accountant - Gympie

Studying B. Bus (Acc)
Sharon has four years public practice experience and is currently in the process of completing a Bachelor of Commerce – majoring in accounting.  While work and study account for quite a bit of her time, she takes every opportunity to indulge her love of the outdoors during her leisure time.  Whether it’s an escape to the beach, fishing or racing at various go-kart tracks throughout Queensland.

Stephanie Luhrs – Accountant - Gympie

Almost completed B.Bus (Acc)
Stephanie is a smart young professional who is customer service driven.  Having worked for Charter Partners for over three years she has developed specialties in both superannuation and taxation and her knowledge across these two areas ensures clients maximise their retirement benefits and tax savings. Currently in the process of completing a Bachelor of Business majoring in Accounting, Stephanie upholds a high work ethic and has a mature approach to all aspects of her work.

Tamsyn Lindsay – Client  Manager - Gympie

B.Bus (Acc)
Tamsyn graduated from University of Sunshine Coast with a Bachelor of Business (Accounting) and has recently completed the study segment of the CPA program.  An accountant with over 8 years experience in public practice accounting firms, Tamsyn enjoys working in an environment where she can constantly learn, solve problems and help clients make informed decisions.  Having moved to Cooloola Cove from Brisbane, Tamsyn is enjoying a more relaxed lifestyle with plenty of fishing, boating and gardening thrown in.

Tania Hubbard – Accountant - Gympie

Studying B. Bus (Acc)
Tania is an experienced accountant with solid bookkeeping skills including MYOB and Quickbooks, and an eye for detail.  She takes pride in ensuring all the “i’s” are dotted and “t’s” are crossed – always.  Having completed her Diploma of Accounting, Tania continues to study for a Bachelor of Business in her pursuit of growth and excellence.

Yvonne Richardson – Client Manager - Gympie

Studying B.Bus (Acc)
With her background in primary production and small business management, Yvonne has an in-depth personal understanding of the everyday aspects of our clients’ businesses and the challenges they face.  More often than not you will see Yvonne as one of the first people in and last out of work each day.