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Welcome to Carbon Mount Waverley
Our Mount Waverley Services
All your accounting, advisory and bookkeeping needs covered
Our team of industry-leading accountants and bookkeepers at Carbon Mt Waverley are primed to take your business to the next level.
We’re passionate about working hand-in-hand with small and medium-sized businesses to help them become profitable, self-sustaining businesses. We combine our practical knowledge, industry expertise and the latest accounting and bookkeeping software to tailor informed advice for our clients.
Through the Carbon network, we have access to the full suite of Carbon’s services, including business systems, finance and lending, financial planning, insurance, payroll, R&D and grants. To find out more about how we can help you and your business, please get in touch with our team at Mt Waverley.
Our proud history
Carbon opened the doors to its Mt Waverley office in 2020 after joining forces with Bosker Accounting and Ross Group, two local Melbourne accounting firms.
Led by Igor Hnatko, Bosker Accounting had been helping grow, sustain and improve their client’s businesses for over 20 years.
Ross Group was a family-owned business led by Ashley Ross that had been providing trusted accounting and financial planning services to small and medium business clients for over 30 years.
When Carbon partnered with Igor, Ashley and the teams at Bosker Accounting and Ross Group, we launched our Mt Waverley office to provide business owners with local experts they could trust.
Proudly supporting our Mt Waverley Community
It’s important to us at Carbon Mount Waverley to give back to our local community, in more ways than donations. We love to get involved in Melbourne-based activities and lend a hand to a cause that needs us.
A few causes we’ve supported include the Make a Wish Foundation, ALPMA, International Women’s Day and Movember. One cause that is very important to our team is The Push-Up Challenge. Our Mount Waverley team lead our Carbonites nationally to complete 3,318 push-ups during June. We have continued to support the cause by keeping up our push-ups well after the official end date.
Our Insights
How can we help you?
A local team dedicated to your business.
Igor Hnatko
PARTNER
Igor joined Carbon in 2019 by launching our accounting division in Melbourne. He has a passion for helping people and businesses and get a great delight at helping clients reach their goals and fulfilling their dreams. Igor was born in Croatia, lived in Malaysia for 7 years, and now calls Melbourne home.
Ashley Ross
PARTNER
Ash became an Accounting Partner when his Melbourne-based business, Ross Group, joined forces with Carbon in 2020. Genuinely committed to helping clients succeed in business and in life, Ash is a natural leader, a generous business mentor and an exceptional CA.
India Donaldson
CA
CLIENT MANAGER
Accounting & Tax
India Donaldson
CLIENT MANAGER
Indi joined the Accounting team in Melbourne when Carbon joined forces with Ross Group in 2020. A qualified Chartered Accountant, she lives up to her life motto of ‘Don’t worry, be happy’ by making it her mission to take care of her clients’ finances. When she’s not painstakingly trawling through figures, you’ll find Indi either on the netball court or the tennis court. Or madly cheering her beloved Tigers on at the MCG… but we like her anyway.
Nick Hayes
CA
CLIENT MANAGER
Accounting & Tax
Nick Hayes
CLIENT MANAGER
Nick became part of Melbourne's Accounting division when Carbon joined forces with Ross Group in 2020. As a Chartered Accountant and cloud guru, Nick is passionate about working closely with clients to deliver long-term, sustainable solutions for managing and growing their businesses. Outside the office, Nick enjoys spending time with his young family and watching a good movie. He’s also a mad AFL Tigers fan, but we don’t hold that against him.
Peter Morris
CPA
CLIENT MANAGER
Accounting & Tax
Peter Morris
CLIENT MANAGER
Pete joined the Melbourne Accounting team when Carbon joined forces with Ross Group in 2020. With more than 10 years’ experience under his belt, Pete is a qualified CPA who enjoys nothing more than helping businesses become more profitable. Except maybe basketball. He once scored 58 points in a playoff game… it may have been under 14’s, and the team may have lost anyway, but we love that he still hangs his hat on it.
Adan Penfold
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SENIOR ACCOUNTANT
Accounting & Tax
Adan Penfold
SENIOR ACCOUNTANT
Adan joined the Accounting team in Melbourne when Carbon joined forces with Ross Group in 2020. When he’s not crunching numbers in his tireless efforts to improve bottom lines, you’ll find him channeling his inner Zoolander on the competitive Dodgeball circuit. He’s got his Blue Steel down pat. Go on, ask him!
Rachel Stafford
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OFFICE MANAGER
Accounting & Tax
Rachel Stafford
OFFICE MANAGER
Rachel’s Carbonite journey began when Carbon joined forces with Ross Group in 2020. Established by her father in the 1980’s, Ross Group was a big part of Rach’s life. The relationships she forged with clients over the years, along with her knowledge of the business, makes her a pivotal part of the team. Basically, she runs the show. She also delights in sharing random trivia… did you know that a Blue Whale tongue weighs more than an elephant?
Frizian Dylane Ocampo
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EXECUTIVE ASSITANT
Accounting & Tax
Frizian Dylane Ocampo
EXECUTIVE ASSITANT
Frizian Dylane is an Executive Assistant in the Mount Waverley office. She enjoys learning something new every day and putting her skills to good use! She is also passionate about using her skills in different areas of the business. Every day is different which keeps her on her toes and this continues to excite her about her role. Outside of the office, she enjoys binge watching dystopian tv-series combined with her love of horror movies. If Frizian Dylane jumps during a horror movie, then you know it will receive her tick of approval!
Josh Dearle
CA
PARTNER
R&D and Grants
Josh Dearle
PARTNER
Josh Dearle is a CA who joined Carbon in 2020 with a wealth of experience in helping businesses access the R&D tax incentive. Having worked at EY, Grant Thorton, BDO and Deloitte, Josh worked with a variety of businesses and enjoys forming lasting relationships.
Maitreya Speering
CA
PARTNER
R&D and Grants
Maitreya Speering
PARTNER
Based in Roleystone, Maitreya has more than seven years' experience in R&D. He has worked in a variety of industries including software, mining, agriculture, engineering, construction, manufacturing and oil and gas. He is passionate about assisting engaged, ambitious and talented entrepreneurs achieve their goals in developing and commercialising innovative technology.
Allison Gardiner
PARTNER
With over two decades working with small business owners in Melbourne, Allison understands what causes stress and how bookkeepers can implement systems and strategies to minimise it. Allison’s practice focuses on systems and automation, helping to make life easier for everyone.
Kate Kapovic
PARTNER
Working in the financial services industry for the past seven years, Kate discovered her love of working with small businesses, being their back-end support and seeing them grow. In 2020, Kate became a Bookkeeping & CFO Services partner and works from our Mornington Peninsula office.
Maree Hornsby
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CLIENT MANAGER
Bookkeeping & CFO Services
Maree Hornsby
CLIENT MANAGER
Maree has a Certificate IV in Accounting from Chisholm, and is a BAS Agent. Maree’s background includes working with Bunnings, Subway and the ABS. Maree is a problem solver, and when not working, spends time with her happily blended family with husband Matt, and four kids.
Fenix Bryant
PARTNER
Fenix Bryant partnered with Carbon in 2019 to launch Carbon Concierge. As someone who thrives on achieving the best possible result for clients, Fenix finds value in being able to find a solution for every business’ problem.
Mark Spencer
DIRECTOR
Mark joined Carbon in 2020 to head-up our insurance division. With nearly 30 years experience within the Perth Intermediated Insurance sector, Mark has extensive knowledge of both industry and product disciplines which he passes onto his SME and corporate clients.
Janean Hicks
DIRECTOR
Janean joins Carbon with over 25 years’ experience in the financial planning industry. After losing her father as a young girl and experiencing the drama that followed because he didn’t have his financial affairs in order, Janean was passionate to ensure other families have their finances in order so they do not suffer in the same way.
Andreas Kettemann
DIRECTOR
Andreas joined Carbon in 2018 as a director within our wealth division. He specialises in superannuation and retirement planning, including asset protection, cash flow management, SMSFs and investments. Andreas is passionate about ensuring his clients achieve their financial goals and being part of their journey in achieving them.
Ryan Eastman
DIRECTOR
Ryan joined Carbon Finance after working seven years at Westpac in personal banking, business banking and home finance roles. Previously, he worked for Perth’s largest property investment firms as a broker. Originally from Country Victoria, he moved to Perth in 2013. Ryan takes an advice-based approach to mortgage broking, liaising with the respective experts to ensure his clients’ lending strategy compliments their other investments.
Jacob Reed
DIRECTOR
With a Bachelor of Business Administration and a Cert IV and Diploma of Finance and Mortgage Broking, Jacob was previously a finance broker at a large investment firm before joining the team at Carbon Finance. As a finance broker, Jacob offers advisory based mortgage and finance strategies tailored to clients' individual goals.
Jamie Davison
CO-FOUNDER
Jamie is a CPA with a swag of university degrees and broad experience across chartered and corporate accounting. He co-founded Carbon with Nathan in 2014 and is the foundation of our bookkeeping team. Aside from Carbon, Jamie spends his time as a board member for multiple tech start-ups and believes in giving back to the community.
Nathan Hood
CO-FOUNDER
Nathan bought into Sterling Accountants in 2006 and then co-founded Carbon with Jamie in 2014. Nathan was the foundation to our accounting team in Perth, and leads our accountants in Osborne Park. He finds it extremely rewarding to work with business owners to improve their profitability and watch their companies grow.
Mason Dunn
CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER
Mason joined Carbon as our Group Financial Controller after impressive stints in EY and Wesfarmers. When Mason isn’t busy making us all look good, he enjoys snorkelling and camping outdoors, playing video games, and staring lovingly at his Pokémon card collection.
Hayden Brown
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GROUP OPERATIONS MANAGER
Group
Hayden Brown
GROUP OPERATIONS MANAGER
Hayden joined Carbon in 2018 bringing heaps of experience in accounting and management, working for firms in the UK before returning to Perth. Hayden tried something different (psychology), but the financial services world called him back and he's now very happily here at Carbon. Hayden has travelled the world extensively (you name it, he's probably done it) but has now settled down to the joys of family bliss.
Juliana Malta
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MARKETING MANAGER
Group
Juliana Malta
MARKETING MANAGER
Juliana joined us in 2020 after a great experience at BDO and Wesfarmers as our new resident guru in CRM and Analytics. In her free time, Juliana could be found either at the beach or on Rottnest.
Zoe Canavan
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MARKETING MANAGER
Group
Zoe Canavan
MARKETING MANAGER
Originally from Brisbane, Zoe moved to Perth in 2017 after always wanting to join the Western Australian life - she got a little lost along the way and lived in Wellington and Melbourne first. Zoe loves to write, but her true love is underwater hockey. Not sure what that is? Neither are we. YouTube it.
Lee Collins
CA
FINANCIAL CONTROLLER
Group
Lee Collins
FINANCIAL CONTROLLER
Lee holds a Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting) and has been part of the Carbon team since the beginning. Initially working as an accountant in a client-facing role, Lee now manages our internal accounts while also supporting a small portfolio of clients.
Brad Wines
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FINANCIAL CONTROLLER
Group
Brad Wines
FINANCIAL CONTROLLER
Brad brings with him his degree in Bachelor of Business (Accounting) and a wealth of knowledge with 15 years’ experience. His keen eye for detail and organisational skills make him perfect for analysing financial data and forecasts. When not crunching numbers or enjoying time with his family, Brad strives to plant trees and play better golf.
Arnie Shinn
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IT MANAGER
Group
Arnie Shinn
IT MANAGER
Arnie joined the Carbon team in 2020, bringing over 20 years of experience in IT & 16 years in Telecommunications (but who’s counting!). Arnie is very much a gamer at heart which is where his passion for technology was born and he is thriving! His love for playing with technology and assisting staff has been a common drive in his role at Carbon. Arnie is a Perth local but enjoys venturing to new places by camping and seeing new sites!
Contact us
Address
631 High Street Road
Mount Waverley VIC 3149
Mount Waverley VIC 3149
Contact number
(03) 9887 8751
Office hours
Monday - Friday: 8:30 - 17:00
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