Our Team
Murray Smith FIPA
Murray was educated at the University of Queensland where he completed a Bachelor of Commerce Degree and Diploma in Education. He is a Fellow of the Institute of Public Accountants (FIPA).
His main professional interest is in the establishment and management of small business enterprises and small business education. During his 30 years as partner of Arthur M Smith and Associates, Murray has developed many close working relationships with clients and consequently has a great insight into many of the issues faced by small to medium businesses.
He has practical experience with the financial operations of his clients and often acts as their external financial regulator to assist them with cash flow enhancement and tax planning.
Murray also has teaching background and is fully cognisant of the differing accounting and control systems needed in today’s dynamic and changing world. He believes strongly in having his clients understand fully the legal implications of all aspects of business and taxation.
Murray adopts a personalised approach preferring to be actively involved in his clients’ operations, working closely with them on strategy, and delivering results that exceed their expectations.
Wade Smith FIPA
Wade has a Bachelor of Business Degree from Central Queensland University and is an authorised representative with Professional Investment Services (AFSL 234951). He has worked in the practice since 1998 and became a partner in June 2001. Prior to joining Arthur M Smith & Associates Pty Ltd, Wade worked as an Assistant Manager at the Bank of Queensland. He is a member of the Institute of Public Accountants and has achieved Fellowship (FIPA) with the Institute.
Wade works closely with the team at Professional Investment Services to deliver sound and robust financial strategies that focus on real long-term wealth creation for his clients.
His main interest is in client wealth creation and business development through strategic planning. He has a diverse client base across several industries and is keen to help his clients grow and succeed as well as providing them with the best possible taxation and accounting advice.
Wade can offer his clients a variety of specialist skills including assistance with tax planning, establishing business and structures, financial and general business management, business valuations, business finance.
Specialising in business and individual taxation preparation, planning and advice, he is known for his personal and direct approach. Wade enjoys working closely with clients to ensure all their taxation needs are met and their business is managed effectively.
Kathy Briskey JP QUAL
Kathy is a Tax Consultant and Bookkeeper who joined the firm in July 2009 when Arthur M Smith & Associates purchased the accounting practice of WM K Walker and Associates. She brought 27 years of practical experience with her and recently became a JP(Qual).
Kathy’s experience provides an outstanding foundation that enables efficient preparation of tax returns for individuals, partnerships, trusts and companies. Kathy has a very thorough understanding of GST and income tax as well as ATO policies and procedures.
Kathy can assist clients with all aspects of bookkeeping including BAS, PAYG, Payroll, Superannuation, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and End of Month Account Preparation.
With Kathy’s professional and life experience, she has amassed a diverse range of bookkeeping and taxation clients from several industries including primary production, transport, hospitality, retail, and construction.
Kathy values client relationships. She works closely with her clients to gain a full appreciation and understanding of their bookkeeping and taxation needs.
Barb Franklin JP QUAL
Barb joined the firm in 2006, and brought with her vast administration experience from both the government and private sectors. Barb is our Practice Manager and she coordinates the front office activities and monitors and controls the day-to-day interaction between clients and the accountants. She ensures that all work in progress is maintained and information accurately recorded.
Barb’s role requires her to perform a variety of bookkeeping and accounting duties to include reconciling of various data, accounts payable or receivable, financial record keeping, processing payments, and courteously responding to customer inquiries. Barb is currently studying for her Bachelor of Accounting at CQU and has now branched out into the preparation of income tax returns.
When Bookkeeping, Barb’s principal focus is to support Small and Medium business in maintaining meaningful and timely financial records, more importantly she has experience in compiling BAS & IAS returns, which comply with ATO regulations.
Barb has been involved in all facets of the practice and has been integral to developing and improving the administration of the firm as well as nurturing relationships with clients.
Timmie Slater
Timmie is one of the welcoming smiles clients and visitors will meet upon entering the practice.
Timmie is an administration assistant and her role includes data entry, bookkeeping and assisting the accountants. This involves maintaining the high standard of timely and efficient client service and confidentiality for the range of services provided by Arthur M Smith and Associates and its strategic alliances.
To complement her role at Arthur M Smith and Associates, Timmie is currently completing a Certificate IV in Bookkeeping. She operates an independent bookkeeping service and is able to assist small to medium sized business with all aspects of either Manual or Computerised bookkeeping.
Whether you are visiting our office, calling by phone or writing, Timmie will ensure you are looked after in a courteous and friendly manner.
Chantal Smith B BUS
Chantal has a Bachelor of Business Degree from Central Queensland University, with an Accounting Major.
Chantal currently works casual at Arthur M Smith & Associates assisting with administration.
Chantal is presently focused on providing support to the Arthur M Smith and Associates team. In the future Chantal will be participating in accounting and taxation advice.
Dianne Smith
Dianne has been involved with the firm since its inception in 1983. She currently works part time assisting where needed. Client satisfaction is important to Dianne.