Media release | SW announces new board member – Greg Will

SW is delighted to announce the appointment of Greg Will, Director, to the SW Executive Board, effective 1 January 2024.

Says Chair of SW, Mr Stephen O’Flynn, “Since Greg and his team joined SW in 2022, he has played a key role in building our visibility and capability in our Sydney market and more broadly nationally with a focus on business and private client support. Having worked in professional practice for over 30 years, Greg is a trusted advisor to business and a well-regarded authority on private business issues, regularly commentating in national and local press on how to increase business value.

Being voted in by his fellow partners so quickly speaks to his calibre and professional standing. Greg’s leadership role will further enhance the firm’s strategic priority to build a larger presence in the Sydney market and I look forward to working closely with him.”

Greg fills the vacancy created by Steven Allan, Business & Private Client Advisory Director, who steps down from the Executive Board after 5 years’ service.

“I would like to thank Steve for the significant role that he has played on the Board and Executive Committee over a number of years. Steve has played an instrumental role in growing our national practice, being involved in the recruitment of most lateral partners and has had many international trips to meet with our friends at SW International as the international network has grown.” said Mr O’Flynn.

Mr Greg Will stated: “”I am really excited and honoured to be voted onto the board by my fellow Partners and to have a hands-on role in upholding the governance of the firm. The firm is in a strong growth phase, and I am looking forward to working with my fellow board members to maintain this momentum.”

Steve reflects on his time on the SW Board: “During my tenure, I have had the privilege of working alongside dedicated individuals committed to the success of our firm. I would like to express my gratitude to each member for their collaboration and support. Reflecting on my service, I am proud of the progress we’ve made together. The commitment to excellence, emphasis on teamwork, and the prioritisation of our goals have been instrumental in our achievements. I remain confident in the firm’s continued success and growth and extend my best wishes to the incoming leadership and the entire team.”

Over the next four years, SW has a strategic focus on: Growth, People and Digital, with leadership, governance and culture being the key building blocks that will underpin success. With a ranking of 22 in the 2023 Australian Financial Review Top 100 Accounting Firms*, SW continues to be a source of interest for clients and practitioners looking for a firm they can work with that has a long history with good financial stability, and an eye to the future.

Greg Will will work closely with reappointed board member Hayley Underwood, Duane Rogers as CEO, Bessie Zhang, Stephen O’Flynn (Chair) and independent director, Sangeeta Venkatesan.

SW congratulates Greg on his appointment and thanks Steve for his significant contribution during his tenure.

*Of all national accounting practices, SW ranks 9th.