Business Details
Your Trusted Accounting Partner in Newcastle, NSW
KLM Accountants has been delivering comprehensive accounting, advisory, audit, and financial planning services to Newcastle, Lake Macquarie, and the Hunter regions for over 45 years. Our team of 30 professionals, led by five experienced partners, specialises in business accounting, self-managed superannuation funds (SMSF), personal taxation, and strategic financial planning. We prioritise client relationships, offering tailored solutions to individuals, entrepreneurs, established enterprises, and local clubs.Our expertise spans industries including construction, property development, healthcare, and agribusiness, supported by accreditations from Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand. With a focus on long-term client success, we combine technical excellence with a commitment to understanding each client's unique financial goals.
Services
Business Accounting
Self Managed Superannuation
Personal Taxation
Financial Planning
SMSF Audits
Highlights and features
- 45+ years of experience serving Newcastle and the Hunter region
- Tailored services for diverse industries including construction and healthcare
- Specialist SMSF and tax advisory expertise with accredited professionals
- Client-first approach with long-term relationship focus
- Comprehensive financial planning integrated with accounting services
Associations and certifications
- Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand
- SMSF Association
Services
Business Advisory
Our Business Advisory Services analyse current performance and create custom strategies for future success. We specialise in profit enhancement, cash flow projections, and succession planning across industries like construction, healthcare, and agribusiness. With 45+ years of local expertise, we provide actionable insights to help businesses achieve both short-term objectives and long-term growth.
Financial Planning
We develop comprehensive financial plans integrating taxation, superannuation, and investment strategies. Our certified planners create holistic roadmaps for wealth creation, regularly reviewed to adapt to changing circumstances. Specialising in retirement planning and SMSF strategies, we help clients build sustainable financial futures through personalised advice and expert market analysis.
Business Accounting
We offer end-to-end accounting and compliance services for businesses of all sizes. Our expertise includes income tax returns, GST/BAS preparation, payroll tax compliance, and audit support. With industry-specific knowledge spanning construction, property development, and professional services, we ensure businesses meet all regulatory requirements while optimising their financial position through strategic tax planning.
Self Managed Superannuation
We provide full-service SMSF support including fund establishment, compliance audits, and pension strategies. Our accredited specialists help clients maximise superannuation benefits through tailored investment strategies, limited recourse borrowing arrangements, and estate planning. With dedicated SMSF audit capabilities, we ensure regulatory compliance while optimising retirement outcomes for fund members.
Personal Taxation
Our personal tax services combine competitive rates with specialist expertise in property investment reporting and deduction optimisation. We offer flexible engagement options including after-hours appointments and remote processing. With streamlined workflows and deep knowledge of tax law, we help individuals achieve optimal tax outcomes through strategic planning and accurate return preparation.
People
Carlyle Cousins
Partner
Chartered Accountant with 20+ years' experience in SMSF audits, capital gains tax, and construction industry advisory. Specialises in HBCF insurance and small business strategy for property developers and manufacturers.
Daniel Rowlands
Partner
CPA member with 15 years' experience in SMSF strategies and small business advisory. Accredited SMSF Specialist Adviser serving legal, medical, and engineering professionals with tailored superannuation solutions.
Chris Parker
Partner
Chartered Accountant specialising in SME advisory and property development accounting. With 15+ years' experience, provides taxation and SMSF advice to construction groups and manufacturing businesses across the region.
Doug Duncan
Partner
30-year veteran in business advisory services with expertise in property investment taxation. Advises major retail and manufacturing clients on tax strategy, business planning, and management reporting for large-scale developments.
Janette Pavey
Director of Financial Planners
Certified financial planner with 18 years' experience in holistic wealth management. Specialises in retirement planning and SMSF integration, holding dual qualifications as a Justice of the Peace and Tax Adviser.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer for businesses?
We provide business accounting, taxation compliance, SMSF advisory, and strategic business advisory services tailored to industries including construction, healthcare, and professional services.
How do you support self-managed superannuation funds?
We offer full SMSF lifecycle support including establishment, compliance audits, pension strategies, and limited recourse borrowing arrangements to maximise retirement benefits.
What personal tax services are available?
Our personal tax services include return preparation, property investment reporting, and deduction optimisation with flexible appointment options including after-hours availability.
How long have you served the Newcastle region?
We've provided accounting and financial planning services to Newcastle and the Hunter region for over 45 years with deep local industry expertise.
What financial planning specialisations do you have?
We specialise in holistic financial planning covering retirement strategies, SMSF integration, and wealth creation plans regularly reviewed to adapt to changing circumstances.
Which industries do your advisors specialise in?
Our advisors have specific expertise in construction, property development, healthcare, agribusiness, and professional services with tailored compliance and growth strategies.
