Business Details
Trusted Chartered Accountants in Rockhampton
Evans Edwards has been a trusted partner for businesses and individuals in Rockhampton, Yeppoon, and Emerald for over four decades. Our team of Chartered Accountants specialises in delivering tailored business improvement strategies, taxation expertise, and financial planning solutions. We prioritise understanding each client's unique circumstances to provide actionable advice that drives growth and long-term success. With a focus on business structures, succession planning, and auditing services, we combine deep local knowledge with a commitment to service excellence.Our approach blends experience and innovation to help clients navigate complex financial landscapes while maintaining compliance. We pride ourselves on building lasting relationships through transparent communication and a dedication to achieving measurable outcomes. As a multi-office firm with three principals and a dedicated team, we maintain a unified philosophy that values honesty, teamwork, and client-centric service delivery.
Services
Business Improvement Strategies
Self-Managed Superannuation Funds
Business Structures
Succession Planning
Taxation Services
Auditing & Assurance
Financial Planning
Wealth Creation
Estate Planning
Aged Care Planning
Highlights and features
- We offer 40+ years of local business expertise in Central Queensland
- Our team combines Chartered Accountancy qualifications with practical business experience
- We provide tailored advice across the complete business lifecycle
- Our audit team delivers value-added assurance services beyond basic compliance
- We maintain a unified firm philosophy across all three regional offices
Associations and certifications
- Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand
Services
Business Improvement Strategies
We develop tailored business improvement strategies focusing on cashflow management, performance benchmarking, and growth planning. Our approach combines industry analysis with practical implementation support. Clients receive actionable recommendations to enhance profitability and operational efficiency through regular financial monitoring and strategic adjustments.
Self-Managed Superannuation Funds
Our SMSF specialists provide comprehensive fund management including establishment, compliance reporting, and investment strategy development. We ensure adherence to regulatory requirements while optimising retirement outcomes. Clients benefit from ongoing administration support and strategic advice to maximise their superannuation benefits.
Business Structures & Succession Planning
We review and recommend optimal business structures aligned with individual goals and risk profiles. Our succession planning services ensure business continuity through strategic ownership transitions and estate planning integration. Clients receive tailored advice on entity selection and long-term sustainability strategies.
Taxation & Accounting Services
We manage all aspects of taxation compliance including income tax returns, GST reporting, and payroll tax obligations. Our services incorporate strategic tax planning to minimise liabilities while maintaining compliance. Clients receive proactive advice on legislative changes affecting their financial position and business operations.
Auditing & Assurance
Our audit team provides independent financial reporting assurance for companies, trusts, and not-for-profit entities. Services include statutory audits, internal control reviews, and special purpose audits. We focus on risk identification and operational improvements to enhance financial credibility and stakeholder confidence.
People
G A Tony Edwards
Director & Principal
With over 40 years' experience, Tony is a Fellow Chartered Accountant leading business advisory services. He specialises in strategic business development and has guided numerous local enterprises through growth phases while maintaining strong community ties.
Marni McGrath
Director & Principal
Marni brings extensive expertise in taxation and business structures. As a Chartered Accountant, she focuses on delivering practical solutions for business owners, particularly in succession planning and intergenerational wealth transfer strategies across regional Queensland.
Jayne Maresse
Director & Principal
Jayne specialises in audit and assurance services with deep knowledge of not-for-profit sector requirements. Her Chartered Accountant qualifications support comprehensive financial reporting advice for diverse entities including incorporated associations and professional trust accounts.
Shaun Nembach
Financial Planner
As a qualified financial planner through Hive Financial Group, Shaun provides wealth creation strategies and retirement planning solutions. He specialises in SMSF integration and tailored investment strategies aligned with individual lifestyle goals.
Vicky Gilroy
Financial Planner
Vicky offers comprehensive financial planning services including estate planning and aged care strategies. Through Hive Financial Group, she develops customised wealth management solutions focused on long-term financial security and intergenerational planning.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer?
We provide taxation compliance, business activity statements, financial reporting, and strategic tax planning tailored to individual and business needs.
Do you specialise in self-managed super funds?
Yes, our team offers comprehensive SMSF services including establishment, compliance, and strategic management advice.
What business advisory services are available?
We offer business structure reviews, succession planning, cashflow management, and performance benchmarking to support business growth.
Are you qualified auditors?
Our dedicated audit team provides statutory audits, internal audits, and assurance services for various entity types including public companies and trusts.
Do you operate outside Rockhampton?
We have offices in Yeppoon and Emerald, serving clients across the entire Central Queensland region.
