Helping you structure, support and grow your business to achieve financial freedom.

Our Motivation is simple.

At MBH we’ve been in the business of growing businesses for 25+ years.

You’ve heard it all before… “you need to know your numbers”, “financial clarity is the only way to grow”, and maybe even, “your accountant is your trusted advisor to help you get there”…

Let’s go a bit deeper.

You’re feeling the weight of the world on your shoulders - trying to deliver, steer and train your team, all while being present in your family’s life too. Business was meant to free you up, not take from you…

Here’s the team that understand and can help you turn things around to see you thrive, not just survive.

Meet the Partners

Matt Bowbridge | Partner

What’s Your Specialty?
I specialise in working with business owners to help them understand the tax and financial side of their business. This could be anything from advising on a business structure for a new business, to providing tax and business advice for established businesses.
Industry Experience & Expertise?
I have been working in public practice for 14 years, with 18 years as an accountant. I am a CPA and have a Bachelor of Commerce (in accounting and finance). Prior to working in public practice, I worked as a management accountant in the mining industry.
Most Memorable Result?
Working with a client from the point that they were an employee, through the process of setting up their own business, then supporting and advising the client as they built the business to a multi-million dollar business. It is very rewarding to see all the hard work for the client paying off for them.
Ross Franchina | Partner

What’s Your Specialty?
I specialise in SMSF’s and business accounts. This includes helping clients navigate the right structure, implementing annual tax planning strategies, or advising on profit distribution, asset protection and succession planning.
Industry Experience & Expertise?
I have worked in public practice for 22 years. I am a CA with a Bachelor of Business.
Most Memorable Result?
I recently worked with a client who’s business profits had increased over $200K from the prior year. Before year end we discussed using the catch up super contributions as the clients had a low super balance and had made no deductible super contributions in the prior years. By applying this strategy, I was able to save the client over $28K in income tax.

Meet the Team

Jamie Daniels | Consultant

What’s Your Specialty?
Set up and liaising with small business clients to ensure correct tax structure is established and discussions with clients to improve their business operations.
Industry Experience & Expertise?
Over 30 years helping business owners save tax and move forward in their lives.
Most Memorable Result?
Having worked in the industry for so long, I have had the privilege of working with many individuals and businesses, so coming up with one highlight can be difficult. One that comes to mind is that I was recently able to successfully object to ATO penalties and interest charged to a client, where over $80,000 was refunded.
Sheryll Harrild | Senior Accountant

What’s Your Specialty?
Experienced in using MYOB and Xero and assisting client with issues with their accounting software.
Industry Experience & Expertise?
I have been a tax accountant since 2002. I have a Master of Professional Accounting (MPA)
Most Memorable Result?
I had clients whose business had grown rapidly, including their profits. I advised the clients to move their business from a trust to a company structure. Due to the lower tax rate, and other depreciation advantages (which were implemented through Covid), I was able to save the client $65,000 in income tax in the first year alone.
HP Duong | Senior Accountant

What’s Your Specialty?
I specialise in tax planning and advisory for individuals and business entities, helping clients structure correctly and make informed financial decisions.
Industry Experience & Expertise?
I have worked as a tax accountant since 2008 and am a Chartered Accountant with a Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting and Finance).
Most Memorable Result?
During year-end tax planning, I identified a timing issue with a client’s capital gains event on an investment property sale. By delaying the contract into the new financial year and using personal super contributions, he saved $9,000 in tax, which he later donated to the Cancer Council in memory of his late wife.
Brett Newell | Senior Accountant

What’s Your Specialty?
I specialise in tax planning and structuring for small to medium businesses, with a focus on helping families build and protect wealth in a tax-effective way.
Industry Experience & Expertise?
I began my career in public practice in 2009 and am a Certified Practising Accountant (CPA). I have extensive experience advising privately owned and family-run businesses across a range of industries.
Most Memorable Result?
I worked with a family who generated a significant capital gain from selling their first business. By reviewing and restructuring their group, including revising trust distributions, we reduced their tax exposure and improved cash flow to support the launch of their next venture.