Our Team of Dedicated Local Accountants
All McGregor & McGregor Accountants are degree qualified or on their way to completing their degree.
After University, our Accountants complete the CA or CPA program to enhance their formal education.
On the job training is provided both in-house and externally to keep our professionals totally up to date with the constant and dynamic changes in the industry.
Our dedicated administration team provide valuable support and assistance to our accountants to ensure the timely and efficient processing of all matters.
Owners and Directors: Seasoned Tax Professionals
Ken Cross - Chartered Accountant, Company Auditor, Tax Agent& JP
I have over 35 years experience advising small to large business clients. I provide a range of audit and assurance services to our clients including large companies, not-for-profit organisations, companies limited by guarantee, incorporated associations, other private entities, trust accounts and Self-Managed Superannuation Funds.
Outside of work I enjoy photography and travelling around Australia.
Qualifications: Bachelor of Commerce, Chartered Accountant, Registered Company Auditor, Registered Tax Agent and JP.
Partner Since: 1989
Wayne Rinkin - Chartered Accountant, Company Auditor, Tax Agent, Financial Planner & JP
I have over 30 years experience in Public Practice dealing with clients from a variety of industries and backgrounds, ranging in size from individual tax payers to listed entities.
I provide a range of audit and assurance services to our clients including large companies, not-for-profit organisations, companies limited by guarantee, incorporated associations, other private entities, trust accounts and Self-Managed Superannuation Funds.
The majority of my work involves assisting our clients with all their business services and taxation needs to ensure that we help them achieve their goals.
I also provide advice and assistance to our clients regarding the establishment and management of their Self-Managed Superannuation Funds.
Qualifications: Bachelor of Business, Chartered Accountant, Registered Company Auditor, Registered Tax Agent, Financial Planner and JP.
Partner Since: 2002
Scott Odgers - Chartered Accountant, Company Auditor, Tax Agent & JP
At McGregor’s I work across the broad spectrum of business services from advice to compliance. My focus is working with and advising small to medium business and Self-Managed Superannuation Funds to help them achieve their goals.
My outside work interests are focused on sport and my family. I have been appointed to the boards of numerous sporting clubs and I have played for and been Manager of many of these teams. Now my focus is shifting to the kids and their interests. I’m trying to keep myself fit at the same time!
The balance of work and recreation often helps me to clearly understand the challenges and issues that confront both business people and families in today’s commercial environment.
Qualifications: Bachelor of Commerce, Chartered Accountant, Registered Company Auditor, Registered Tax Agent and JP.
Partner Since: 2008
Brendan McNabb - Chartered Accountant, External Examiner, Tax Agent & JP
My specialty is business services and taxation with a primary focus on assisting businesses to implement proactive management reporting, and efficient business management. I am also acutely aware of the need to have a focus on personal wealth goals together with asset and risk management.
I currently provide advice to clients across a broad spectrum of industries including, but not limited to: professional services, medical profession, property and civil construction, manufacturing, architecture, and hospitality.
I am a dedicated family man and enjoy both time with my family and, when the time allows, competitive bike riding across various venues in The Hunter. I enjoy watching the success my clients achieve and appreciate the part we are able to play in that success.
Qualifications: Bachelor of Commerce, Chartered Accountant, Accredited External Examiner of the NSW Law Society, Tax Agent and JP.
Partner Since: 2008
Consultants
Wayne Olsen - Chartered Accountant & Tax Agent
I have over 40 years experience advising small to medium enterprises; in particular within the areas of Business Services, Taxation and Superannuation. I have experience in Business Valuations, Forensic Accounting and Estate Planning.
My professional education includes membership of the Chartered Accountants of Australia and New Zealand for over 30 years and as a graduate of the Institute of Company Directors for over 10 years.
Outside of work I enjoy reading, cycling and fishing.
I have enjoyed an active life, especially my involvement in playing and administration of the Newcastle City Touch Association which has led me to achieve Life Membership of this organisation.
Qualifications: Chartered Accountant, Registered Tax Agent, Graduate Member of the Australian Institute of Company Directors, Accredited External Examiner (NSW Law Society) and JP.
Partner : 1989 until retirement in 2021