Ben Knoblanche
Position: Senior Client Manager & Business Advisory
Categories: Accounting Division, Pod C
Ben first joined public practice in 2016, he brings together a wide range of accounting and taxation knowledge with a focus on SME’s, high net worth individuals and the health sector. Further to this Ben specialises in management accounting, business development, business valuations and the due diligence process. This has enabled him to provide sound advice for clients throughout their business lifecycles.
His congenial character enables him to develop close working relationships with clients whilst focusing on achieving holistic outcomes. Ben holds a Bachelor of Business majoring in Accounting and is a member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants Australia.
Cheryl Jones
Position: Senior Bookkeeper
Categories: Accounting Division, Pod C, Pod D
For over 38 years, Cheryl has worked as a bookkeeper and is knowledgeable in all facets of bookkeeping. Cheryl joined the Walshs team in 2017. As the manager of the bookkeeping team she supervises accounting and bookkeeping tasks, BAS and IAS, superannuation, Workcover and compliance for a variety of clients and entities.
Cheryl specialises in on-boarding new clients and seeing them through from initial set up to end of year processing and communicating along the way with one-on-one training and support. Her passion is to see her clients grow and achieve their goals and dreams and assisting them along the way.
Cheryl has a Certificate IV in Financial Services and is a registered BAS agent and a member of the Australian Bookkeepers Association.
Ethan Doran
Position: Accountant
Categories: Accounting Division, Pod C
Ethan started with Walsh’s in 2023, with a focus on providing tax and accounting services for medical professionals, he is committed to providing top-notch client service and achieving the best result for all of his clients.
Ethan holds a Bachelor of Business majoring in Accounting and Finance.
Hugh Walsh
Position: Director – Accounting & Taxation
Categories: Accounting Division, Leadership Team, Pod B, Pod C, Pod D
As a Partner and industry specialist at Walshs, Hugh’s emphasis is on building trusted long-term relationships with his clients to help them grow, protect and manage their wealth.
Hugh offers a wide range of skills and experience in providing strategic business and taxation advice to help his clients achieve their goals and manage their financial compliance. Hugh is known for collaborating closely with his clients, working together through every step of their business development.
Prior to joining Walshs, Hugh worked with various companies in Australia and abroad including PwC, Suncorp and CS Energy, he is a Director and Board member of Aussie Kidz Charity Ltd, and a member of the Australian Institute of Company Directors.
Hugh holds a Bachelor of Commerce, a Bachelor of Economics, a Master of Business Administration, a Diploma of Financial Planning and is a member of Chartered Accountants Australia & New Zealand.
Jet Jiang
Position: Accountant
Categories: Accounting Division, Pod C
Jet joined the Walshs team in 2022 with 5 years experience working as an operational manager in the education industry. Here at Walshs, Jet is focused on the preparation of tax and financial reports for small to medium business clients. Jet holds a Bachelor of Commerce majoring in Accounting and is a provisional member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants Australia.
Megan Simmons
Position: Client Services Coordinator and P.A. to Ben Knoblanche
Categories: Accounting Division, Business Support Team, Pod C
Meg started at Walshs in December 2022 as Client Services Coordinator and Personal Assistant to Kaitlin Brock. With over 4 years of experience in administration and client service, Meg brings excellent communication and organisational skills to her role and strives to continuously provide friendly and efficient client experiences.
Navjot Saini
Position: Assistant Client Manager
Categories: Accounting Division, Pod C
Nav joined the Walshs team in 2024, bringing over 10 years of experience in accounting and taxation, with a focus on small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). He specialises in working with medical professionals in both public and private practice, having gained first-hand insight into the unique financial needs of this sector through his wife’s career progression from an intern junior doctor to a member of the general surgery team.
Nav is passionate about building long-lasting relationships with clients, offering personalised advice to help manage their tax affairs and achieve the best outcomes. He has also mentored junior accountants, helping them grow in their careers.
Nav holds a Bachelor of Business majoring in Accounting and is a member of Chartered Accountants Australia & New Zealand.
William Ozdowski
Position: Accountant
Categories: Accounting Division, Pod C, Wealth Health Team for Doctors in Training
William, preferred to be called Will, joined with Walshs in 2024.
Will joined the wealth health team in January 2024. He is currently studying a Bachelor of Advanced Business (honours) at UQ.
As a committed accountant, Will is dedicated to delivering the utmost client satisfaction in accounting services, as well as developing as an accountant and building his experience.
Will looks forward to becoming a Chartered Accountant in the future as well as completing his degree at university.