Colin is a highly experienced Certified Practising Accountant and Chartered Accountant with over 20 years’ experience spanning both public accounting and commercial roles, giving him a rare, multi-disciplinary perspective. This background allows Colin to truly understand client challenges and deliver advice that is not only technically sound, but practical and outcomes-driven.
He has extensive expertise in consulting and corporate advisory services, including buy-side and sell-side deal support and the development of effective corporate group tax strategies. In today’s complex and fast-moving business environment, Colin is highly regarded for his ability to identify growth and acquisition opportunities, unlock tax efficiencies, and help emerging corporates and institutions make confident, well-informed decisions.
Colin also has a strong track record in helping clients maximise value from their trading structures, particularly when planning for exits or divestments.
His experience spans a broad range of industries, including road transport, ports and logistics, steel fabrication, professional services, construction and building products, and agribusiness. In addition, Colin is regularly sought out to provide technical advice to other accounting and legal firms, reflecting his depth of expertise and trusted reputation.
Qualifications
Masters of Business Administration
Bachelor of Business (Accounting)
Certified Practising Accountant
Chartered Accountant
Registered Tax Agent
Areas of Expertise
- Deal support services (buy side & sell side, and mergers & strategic alliances)
- Financial modelling for business planning and case development
- Board and management financial reporting systems and processes
- Tax strategies for emerging corporates, large family owned businesses and sophisticated start ups
- Tax planning for business acquisitions, divestments and restructuring