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Hayley Underwood, Partner

Hayley Underwood, Partner

Partner, Audit & Assurance Services

I have more than 21 years of experience providing audit and advisory services, with significant expertise in auditing large companies and ASX-listed entities.

I am Head of Audit for the national practice and have previously served as a Board Member of SW and the firm’s Quality and Risk Partner.

I lead audits for a diverse portfolio of clients, including listed companies, international groups, large private companies, and not-for-profit organisations.

I am also involved in technical matters, including financial reporting, accounting standards, assurance, and quality management. I am a member of the International Quality and Risk Committee for the SW International member firms.

My experience includes:

  • 22 years of audit experience, including 13 years as a Partner with SW
  • serving as Lead Engagement Partner on the audits of various ASX-listed entities and large Australian private groups
  • being a highly regarded Audit Partner with a track record of acting as a consulting expert in matters involving allegations of professional auditor negligence
  • serving as Head of SW’s National Assurance and Advisory Division since 1 July 2024
  • serving on the SW Executive Board from 1 January 2022 and as the firm’s Quality and Risk Partner from 2022 to 2025.

I am a Partner of SW Audit and a Director of SW Accountants & Advisors Pty Ltd.

Skills

  • External audit
  • Independent Expert
  • Accounting technical advice

Qualifications, memberships & affiliations

  • Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting)
  • Registered Company Auditor
  • Graduate – Australian Institute of Company Directors
  • Member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand

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