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SW Accountants & Advisors SW is an award-winning independent, Australian-owned accounting firm with a 90 year history of delivering exceptional outcomes for our clients.

Find out why we're Australia's best kept accounting secret. SW Accountants & Advisors operates as a national firm across Brisbane, Melbourne, Perth and Sydney, with 34 Partners and 300 staff. We are ranked 22nd largest firm by revenue in the 2022 AFR Top 100 Accounting Firms and of all national practices in Australia, we rank 10th. SW has real relationships and connectivity across our international network to provide integrated global services for our clients. With international headquarters in Hong Kong, SW International member firms provide assurance, business advisory, corporate finance and tax consulting services. Also a member of the Praxity Network Alliance, our combined global footprint and connections span over 110 countries across the USA, Europe, Asia Pacific and Middle East.

This week, we marked Mental Health Month with a Lunch & Learn session featuring The Resilience Project co-founder, Marti...
09/10/2026

This week, we marked Mental Health Month with a Lunch & Learn session featuring The Resilience Project co-founder, Martin Heppell.

During his Discovering Resilience presentation, Martin shared practical insights on gratitude, empathy, and mindfulness, and how these simple habits can support wellbeing and help us better navigate challenges and change. He also encouraged us to be more present, build self-awareness, and focus on what we can control.

"What really resonated with me from Martin's session was the power of the simple things we can all practise every day, such as gratitude, empathy, and being present. His reflections on resilience were a valuable reminder that while we can't always control change or external pressures, we can build the tools to help ourselves and those around us navigate them."
— Ella Meager, Head of People & Culture at SW.

Thank you to Martin for sharing his experiences and practical strategies with our team.

At SW Accountants & Advisors, we know that supporting mental health is an important part of creating an environment where our people can do their best work and feel supported. Supporting mental health goes beyond a campaign and is part of how we support our people every day.

By continuing to have open conversations about mental health and providing tools our people can apply in their day-to-day lives, we can help create an environment where people feel supported, connected, and better equipped to manage the challenges that come their way.

SW congratulates the Property Funds Association of Australia (PFA) for their recent Melbourne Women in Leadership event ...
09/10/2026

SW congratulates the Property Funds Association of Australia (PFA) for their recent Melbourne Women in Leadership event titled A Conversation with Award-Winning Women, with Amanda Lee, CMO from SW, Jenny Brown, CEO and founder of JBS Financial Strategists, and Karyn Pemmelaar, co-owner of G.J Gardner Homes Melbourne Inner North West.

Special thanks to Edna Yeo, Director at MBMPL Pty Ltd, for moderating such an engaging and fascinating discussion with these inspiring women.

Financial Services Partner Abi Chellapen commented:
"It was incredibly inspiring to hear the unique journeys of each of the award recipients, and while their paths were all different, a common theme was resilience, perseverance, and a willingness to embrace opportunities."

The insights and practical advice they shared extended well beyond career development and offered valuable lessons for navigating life more broadly. It was particularly special to hear from Amanda Lee from SW, whose candid reflections on her own career path and experiences provided practical, relatable insights that resonated strongly with the audience.

PFA Women in Leadership events provide an opportunity for women across the property investment industry to connect, share experiences, and hear firsthand insights from accomplished, award-winning female leaders, as they share the stories, experiences, and achievements behind their success.

Indigenous Business Month is a nationwide celebration held each October to recognise Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island...
06/10/2026

Indigenous Business Month is a nationwide celebration held each October to recognise Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander businesses and the contribution they make to their communities. This year’s theme — Local and Connected — invites us to look closer to home, to discover the First Nations businesses around us and build genuine relationships with the people behind them.

"Indigenous Business Month is a chance to celebrate the people behind First Nations businesses, along with their ideas, ambition, resilience, and leadership. Having contributed to the MURRA Indigenous Business Leadership Program, I was reminded that learning is not a one-way process. I was there to share my knowledge and experience, but I came away having learned just as much from the business leaders and entrepreneurs in the room.

For me, that is what makes Indigenous Business Month so meaningful. It is about recognising the strength of First Nations businesses and creating more opportunities to share knowledge, build connections, and learn from one another."
— Rahul Sanghani, Associate Director at SW.

Indigenous Business Month was established in 2015 by three First Nations women who are alumni of Melbourne Business School’s MURRA Indigenous Business Master Class Program. Their initiative has grown into an annual celebration of First Nations-led enterprise and a platform for the next generation of business leaders.

To learn more about the initiative and its impact, visit: https://www.indigenousbusinessmonth.com.au/

At SW, being local and connected is important to us, which is why we work closely with First Nations organisations, individuals, and businesses across our communities, providing accounting, audit, and advisory services tailored to support goals and aspirations.

Discover SW’s Indigenous business advisory services: https://www.sw-au.com/service/niche-expertise/indigenous-business-advisory/

It’s been a busy few months for early careers, and we’ve loved connecting with finance and accounting students across Au...
23/09/2026

It’s been a busy few months for early careers, and we’ve loved connecting with finance and accounting students across Australia! Our team has been out and about at a range of university events, meeting students, sharing insights into life at SW, and showcasing the opportunities available within the accounting profession.

From corporate cocktails to careers evenings and networking events, it’s been great to meet so many ambitious students and hear about their goals for the future.

A big thank you to the universities and student societies who welcomed us. We've loved connecting with the next generation of accounting professionals, and we look forward to meeting many more of you throughout the year!

Interested in starting your career at SW? Explore our early careers opportunities and discover where your career could take you: https://www.sw-au.com/careers/students-graduates/



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Today, SW is recognising Wear It Purple Day, and we believe that creating an inclusive workplace is everyone’s responsib...
28/08/2026

Today, SW is recognising Wear It Purple Day, and we believe that creating an inclusive workplace is everyone’s responsibility. The day gives us an opportunity to reflect on the role each of us can play in contributing to a positive workplace culture, while also encouraging us to learn more about LGBTQIA+ inclusion and this year’s theme, Colours of Courage.

Ella Meager, Head of People & Culture at SW, shares:
"Wear It Purple Day provides an opportunity to raise awareness and continue conversations about inclusion, respect, and belonging. At SW, we believe inclusion is created through our everyday interactions, the respect we show one another, and our willingness to listen and learn."

Today, our people are acknowledging the day in simple ways, including wearing a touch of purple and taking time to learn more about the purpose behind Wear It Purple.

To learn more, visit: www.wearitpurple.org

Last week, we hosted the Tax Office Crawl event, welcoming over 80 students to our Melbourne office where we shared Aust...
17/08/2026

Last week, we hosted the Tax Office Crawl event, welcoming over 80 students to our Melbourne office where we shared Australia’s best kept accounting secret and provided insight into what a career in tax could look like. We also played a game where the students competed against our tax professionals in a battle of 'Are You Smarter than a Tax Professional?'

A huge thank you to The Tax Institute and our tax team members Abi Chellapen, Emily Lowe, Jarrod Newell, and Angus Illingworth for sharing insights and giving the students a glimpse into the world of tax.

Interested in discovering endless possibilities as you begin your professional journey? Visit our website to find out more: https://www.sw-au.com/careers/students-graduates/

A team of our Undergraduates recently had the opportunity to volunteer at Beyond Blue's Melbourne Head Office, supportin...
15/08/2026

A team of our Undergraduates recently had the opportunity to volunteer at Beyond Blue's Melbourne Head Office, supporting participants preparing to fundraise through the Sydney Marathon and City2Surf.

Reflecting on the day, the team shared:
"During the day, we contacted people who had signed up to fundraise for Beyond Blue, answered their questions, and helped them set up their fundraising pages ahead of their run. It was a meaningful experience to contribute to Beyond Blue's mission of raising funds for mental health support and making its services more accessible to people across Australia."

"It was inspiring to hear from people who are dedicating their time and energy to raising funds for mental health. Their commitment made us even more appreciative of the work Beyond Blue does every day."

We are so proud of Sanjana Shankar, Natalie Gianello, and Jay Kim for giving back to the community and supporting a cause that has such a positive impact on the lives of so many people in Australia.

We were proud to take part in the Meet the Mid Tiers 2026 event alongside six of Melbourne’s leading accounting firms.We...
13/08/2026

We were proud to take part in the Meet the Mid Tiers 2026 event alongside six of Melbourne’s leading accounting firms.

We had the opportunity to showcase Australia’s Best-Kept Accounting Secret, while Trent Godden-Minette, Partner at SW, shared valuable insights and advice with aspiring accountants about building a career in the profession.

A big thank you to Accounting Early Careers Advisory Network (AECAN) and the participating mid-market firms for coming together to inspire the next generation of accounting professionals, whilst highlighting the unique opportunities a career in the mid-market can offer.

It was fantastic to see so many students engaged and excited about what their future in accounting could look like!

This week, we hosted our Keep in Touch lunch at our Sydney office, bringing together our future Graduates and Vacationer...
12/08/2026

This week, we hosted our Keep in Touch lunch at our Sydney office, bringing together our future Graduates and Vacationers ahead of their journey with SW. It was a wonderful way for our incoming team members to connect and learn more about life at SW and our people.

We love creating opportunities for our future Graduates and Vacationers to connect before they officially join SW, and we can’t wait to welcome them to the team!

Last week in Melbourne, we welcomed our future Graduates and Vacationers to SW for our first annual Keep in Touch event!...
05/08/2026

Last week in Melbourne, we welcomed our future Graduates and Vacationers to SW for our first annual Keep in Touch event! The event began with afternoon tea, which gave everyone an opportunity to connect, meet SW employees, and start building lasting relationships before officially joining SW.

Then, it was time for some friendly competition as we headed to the bowling alley for some fun and a chance to see who would take the win!

It was a great afternoon of connecting and getting excited for what’s ahead at SW. We can’t wait to officially welcome everyone to the team soon and catch up again at our next event!

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