Phil Neate
PRINCIPAL
Phil has been a member of the BK Partners team since 2011 where he started out as a graduate accountant and worked his way to Principal. Over these years he has formed a close connection with all his clients and views these relationships as one of the main reasons BK Partners has continued to grow.
He has completed his Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting) at Flinders University and then followed on to complete the Chartered Accounting certification.
Working in small business provides an extensive and diverse range of skills in most industries. He prides himself on providing clear and concise communication to help simplify the complexity of tax matters. He also has a strong focus on business profitability and strategies for continued business growth. Providing advice on a timely basis helps clients adapt and make strategic adjustments to their business, helping them stay agile in a competitive market.
Having recently started a young family, this takes up most his time outside of the office and having a stable work/life balance is a focus. Other interests include almost all sports but in particular Cricket which he played for majority of his sporting time.
Mark Newman
PRINCIPAL
He grew up in a rural farming community at Cudlee Creek. His family owned a successful apple orchard in the Adelaide Hills which sparked his deep interest in business and the difference required for a profitable enterprise.
Mark decided to pursue a career as an accountant by studying a Bachelor of Economics (Accounting) at Flinders University of SA. While working in the field Mark continued his education completing his Chartered Accounting and Master of Business Administration. He hasn’t looked back but rather continued to develop a thorough knowledge of business and it's legal obligations, strategies for productivity and streamlining costs, remaining focused and staying competitive in a highly competitive market.
Mark has gained a great deal of satisfaction in enabling a countless number of businesses to achieve their goals and grow their profitability by implementing his sound advice.
He has demonstrated his expertise in business advisory by partnering with an extensive range of business owners including builders and tradespeople (plumbers, electricians and carpenters), franchises, retail and hospitality industries, automotive mechanics, computer & IT consultants, childcare centres, real estate agents and medical professionals.
Mark is married with three adult children, who each enjoy an active lifestyle and keep his work/family life balance very healthy. He enjoys trail running having completed marathons as well as multiple ultra marathons.
Anastasia Michael
Tax & Practice Manager
Anastasia is a Certified Practising Accountant with over 35 years of tax and accounting experience
Anastasia is skilled in assisting businesses with the preparation of tax returns, GST, FBT, TPAR and SGC returns and financial accounts as well as for all types of business structures. She also provides general tax and business advice and assists clients with computerised bookkeeping software
Anastasia graduated from Adelaide University, with a Bachelor of Science degree in the Faculty of Mathematical Science majoring in Commerce
Anastaisa was born in Whyalla along with 3 siblings to migrate parents. She has one son who also had a son in 2023
Anastasia enjoys spending time with family, and in her spare time she loves watching specific effect movies, especially Marve movies, and taking scenic drives along the coast
Wayne Shueard
Senior Accountant
Wayne joined BK Partners in 2013 with over 25 years experience in the accounting and related areas. Wayne holds an Bachelor of Commerce and Diploma in Accounting.
Having worked in the accounting are for 25 years way has extensive experience with assisting businesses Wayne is keen to assist business to ensure that their compliance requirements are uptodate and accurate.
Outside of work Wayne has a variety of interests to keep him busy including Tennis, Football, Wing Chun, Gym and Poker.
Iryna Sorokina
Accountant
Iryna joined BK Partners since 2022 and been in involved in accounting and bookkeeping area for the past 18 years. She holds a Bachelor of Finance and Economics.
Since relocating to Australia Iryna has extensively developed her Australian taxation experience. She prepares income tax returns for individuals and small business entities, assists the team with preparing tax returns for self-managed super funds. Also, Iryna provides bookkeeping assistance to the clients with computerised bookkeeping software.
In her spare time, Iryna enjoys sewing and running, also she runs craft and sewing classes for kids and adults in a local community centre and has developed a very successful YouTube channel around her craft.
Anna Cardone
Administration Manager
Anna’s friendly face will be the one that greets you at reception when you visit the office of BK Partners.
Anna is responsible for completing the many and varied administrative tasks associated with an accounting practice. She also assists clients with their online bookkeeping requirements on Xero and Quickbooks and preparation for the completion of taxation returns.
Anna has brought to BK Partners her experience as a Personal Assistant, administration extraordinary and ten years of Bookkeeping.
Anna is interested in natural therapies, with a particular focus on massage and natural healing. She also enjoys walking, listening to music and rock and roll dancing.
Monica Tam
Senior Accountant
Monica joined BK Partners in 2016. Monica holds a Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting) from the University of South Australia and is a member of CPA Australia.
Working in the taxation field for many years, Monica is reliable, practical and thorough. She has extensive experience providing advisory services to all types of businesses. Monica prepares taxation returns, financial statements, BAS preparations and superannuation accounts.
During her leisure time, Monica spends quality time with her family. She also enjoys playing the piano, going hiking and travelling around the world.
Lyndall Tilley
Bookkeeper
Lyndall recently moved to Adelaide and joined BK Partners as a Bookkeeper & Administration Assistant. She brings over 10 years bookkeeping & administration experience to BK Partners and assists our clients with their online bookkeeping requirements for Xero & MYOB and assisting with the preparation of BAS & IAS for completion.
When not at work Lyndall spends time with her Adelaide family and enjoys walks along the beach, watching movies, dancing & reading.