Anthony was a member of the Victoria Police Force (received the Victoria Police Ethical Services Medal), investigating major crimes including fraud and corruption. Anthony has been involved and also managed a range of highly complex investigations into corporate fraud and illegal conduct within government departments, corporates, and the banking sector within Asia-Pacific and the Middle East. Anthony holds advanced training qualifications in interview techniques and is skilled in the detection of deception by interview.

Anthony’s most significant international engagement was the leadership of key teams to deliver a data analytic and investigative response to the Rio Tinto Group Corruption event in China between 2009 and 2010.

Anthony is a Partner of SW Audit and a Director of SW Accountants & Advisors Pty Ltd.

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Adam led the delivery of mining services in Australia, including to multinational mining and industrial organisations such as MMG, Newcrest, BHP, Rio Tinto, Harmony Gold, Evolution Mining, Yancoal, and South32.

In addition, Adam served as the Chief Audit Executive for both Vicinity Centres an ASX Top 50 Retail Property owner and operator and global explosives manufacturer Dyno Nobel. 

Adam is a Partner of SW Audit and a Director of SW Accountants & Advisors Pty Ltd.

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Before joining SW, I worked as external auditor with big 4 in Sydney and Hong Kong and gained internal audit experience in the banking sector in Hong Kong. This background has provided me with a strong technical foundation, commercial insight, and an international perspective.

Fluent in Mandarin, Cantonese, and English, I enjoy working with clients across different markets and helping them navigate cultural, regulatory, and commercial complexities. I believe effective audit and assurance goes beyond compliance – it should provide clarity, build confidence, and support better business decisions.

I value long-term client relationships and take the time to understand each client’s business, priorities, and challenges. My focus is on delivering practical, high-quality assurance services that help clients grow, manage risk, and operate successfully across markets.

Rondy is a Partner of SW Audit and a Director of SW Accountants & Advisors Pty Ltd.

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Rondy Cheng has been appointed to the partnership, recognising his significant contribution to the firm over almost 10 years. Adam Christou and Anthony Hodgkinson join SW from Protiviti, a globally recognised consulting firm specialising in risk, internal audit, and advisory services.

SW’s Assurance and Advisory division provides services to a broad client base including ASX-listed companies, multinational organisations, government bodies, and large private groups across Australia and internationally. These appointments further strengthen the division’s ability to deliver specialist services across audit, internal audit, risk advisory, and financial crime.

Duane Rogers, CEO of SW Accountants & Advisors, said:

“These appointments are an important step in building out the breadth and depth of our Assurance & Advisory offering. Rondy, Adam, and Anthony each bring deep experience in their respective areas, and together they enhance how we can support clients across audit, internal audit, and financial crime. As regulatory expectations continue to evolve, having this capability within our firm positions us well to respond to what clients need now and into the future. It also reflects our ability to attract outstanding talent — something we’re very proud of.”

Hayley Underwood, Head of Assurance & Advisory at SW, said:

“Our clients are facing increasingly complex regulatory and compliance environments, from AML/CTF reform through to heightened expectations around governance and internal controls. These appointments give us the specialist capability to support them across the full spectrum of assurance and advisory services. With over 100 people now in the division servicing listed, government, and large private clients nationally, we are well positioned to continue growing and deepening our offering.”

About the appointments

Rondy Cheng – Audit & Assurance

Rondy has built a strong reputation for delivering high-quality audit services and developing long-term client relationships. He plays a key role in SW’s China market capability, supporting strategic cross-border clients, and strengthening the firm’s position across Sydney, Brisbane, and the broader Asia corridor. His experience across multinational and listed environments supports the firm’s continued growth in key markets.

Adam Christou – Internal Audit & Risk Advisory

Adam joins from Protiviti as a highly experienced risk and internal audit leader with over 20 years’ experience across Australia and internationally. He has worked extensively across energy, infrastructure, financial services, and government, with deep experience engaging with executive teams and boards. His appointment supports the development of a coordinated national internal audit offering and strengthens the firm’s governance, risk, and assurance capabilities.

Anthony Hodgkinson – Forensic & Financial Crime

Anthony joins from Protiviti with over 30 years’ experience in forensic and financial crime services across government, corporate, and international environments. He has led complex investigations and advisory engagements across fraud, corruption, AML/CTF, and regulatory compliance, including work across Asia-Pacific. His appointment establishes a new specialist capability for SW, responding to increasing regulatory focus and client demand in financial crime and forensic services.

About SW Accountants & Advisors

SW Accountants & Advisors is a leading Australian accounting and advisory firm with offices in Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, and Perth. SW provides a full range of audit, tax, advisory, and consulting services to listed companies, private businesses, government, and not-for-profit organisations. SW is a member of SW International (SWI), a global network of independent accounting and advisory firms.

For further information

Amanda Lee, CMO
alee@sw-au.com
+61 430 322 306

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Known for his practical and client-centric approach, Matthew has led major audit and advisory engagements for some of Australia’s largest private groups, a global online retailer, and multinational manufacturing businesses with operations across Australia, New Zealand, the USA and the UK. He has also worked extensively with professional services firms including engineering, architectural and consulting practices.

Matthew’s technical expertise covers external audit, accounting advisory, governance and risk frameworks, and industry-specific benchmarking. He is regularly appointed as Lead Engagement Partner for complex, high-value clients where his commercial expertise and attention to detail are highly valued.

His ability to build trusted, enduring relationships is underpinned by a consistent focus on delivering clear, proactive advice that supports his clients’ strategic objectives. He has also acted as audit partner for several successful initial public offerings, providing strategic guidance and technical leadership throughout the listing process.

Matthew is a Partner of SW Audit and a Director of SW Accountants & Advisors Pty Ltd.

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Matthew brings over two decades of experience from both Big Four and mid-tier accounting firms, with a strong record advising clients across a wide range of industries including Automotive, Energy & resources, Manufacturing, NFP, Consumer products and Agribusiness. He has served as Lead Audit Partner on some of Australia’s largest family-owned groups, ASX listed companies, multinational businesses and not-for-profits. His notable work also includes being the lead audit partner on one of 2024s largest IPO’s, as well as the $1.3 billion IPO of a global provider of water control solutions for plumbing, heating, and industrial systems.

Commenting on the appointment, Mr Duane Rogers, CEO of SW Accountants & Advisors, said: “We are delighted to welcome Matthew to SW. His extensive experience and leadership qualities will undoubtedly strengthen our firm and enhance our ability to deliver exceptional service to our clients. Matthew’s appointment reflects our ongoing commitment to attracting outstanding talent to support our growing practice.”

Originally beginning his career in Perth, Matthew went on to gain further experience in Melbourne before returning to Perth with his family eight years ago. This dual-market experience has given him a deep understanding of the dynamics within both regions, which are instrumental in supporting SW’s national growth strategy.

Known for his ability to build high-performing teams and his collaborative leadership style, Matthew’s approach strongly aligns with SW’s values and people-first culture. His arrival represents another step in the firm’s ongoing investment in its people and its future, as it continues to grow its presence and capability in Western Australia and beyond.

Matthew expressed his enthusiasm about joining SW, stating: “The significant growth opportunity for SW in the Perth market was a major drawcard. I was attracted to a firm that combines a genuine people-focused culture with clear leadership opportunities and a strong strategic vision. SW offers the chance to contribute meaningfully to its future direction while continuing to grow professionally in a dynamic, expanding environment.”

Matthew’s arrival marks another step in SW’s continued investment in its people and its future, as the firm builds on its reputation for delivering trusted advice to clients across Australia.

For further information, please contact:

Amanda Lee, Chief Marketing Officer, SW Accountants & Advisors

E | alee@sw-au.com

P | +61 3 8635 1853

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Amy adeptly manages and serves clients across a diverse range of industries, including energy, wholesale/distribution and manufacturing. Having migrated from China to Australia in 2007, over the past decade, she has established herself as a trusted advisor, particularly in managing the firm’s Mandarin-speaking client base and cross-border engagements with China, Taiwan, and Hong Kong.

Amy’s deep understanding of international business and cultural diversity strengthens SW’s global capabilities. Leveraging her deep connections with various SW offices in mainland China, Hong Kong and UK.

Amy takes pride in her ability to forge strong relationships and be a trusted advisor. She develops strong working relationships with clients. Amy is also fluent in English and Mandarin.

Amy is a Partner of SW Audit and a Director of SW Accountants & Advisors Pty Ltd.

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Beyond external audits, Brent has a proven track record of assisting clients with audit readiness and financial reporting requirements. He has also played key roles in several major transactions, including:

• HK$1.396 billion global offering for a listed mining group
• $155 million glass manufacturing acquisition
• $44.5 million property and strata management acquisition
• $40 million property and egg farming acquisition
• $30 million acquisition of a wellness product manufacturer and e-commerce platform
• $50 million petroleum freight acquisition

Brent also serves on the Board of Directors and as Chair of the Finance Committee for a Melbourne-based community services organisation. This governance role provides him with valuable insight into the expectations of Directors and the broader governance environment.

He successfully onboard, manages and services a portfolio of clients across both the listed and not-for-profit sectors. Over time, Brent has built strong, trusted relationships with clients across industries including education, agribusiness, retail, manufacturing, not-for-profit, and automotive. He is proud to be recognised as a trusted advisor by clients who are respected leaders in their respective fields.

Brent is a Partner of SW Audit and a Director of SW Accountants & Advisors Pty Ltd.

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Having trained and qualified in London, Kamal has gained significant exposure to servicing a broad range of clients and industries in different jurisdictions.

Kamal is a Registered Company Auditor and is experienced in providing audit and assurance services to publicly listed entities, international groups and not-for profits in a variety of industries. With a diverse portfolio of clients, Kamal is passionate about providing audit, assurance and advisory solutions that deliver forward thinking commercial, innovative and value add outcomes to help his clients unlock their potential and achieve their ambitions. Kamal advocates the use of smart technologies in the assurance service delivery so as to achieve a higher quality of output and allowing the team to focus on the objectives of an engagement.

His clients are from a diverse cross-section of industries and therefore his significant industry experience includes mining, technology, financial services, manufacturing, retail, hospitality and entertainment & media sectors.

Kamal’s experience includes:

• External audit and assurance services
• International Accounting Standards, Corporations Act and ASX Listing Rules interpretation and advice
• Accounting for complex transactions
• Financial reporting and financial statement preparation
• Corporate governance
• Risk advisory, systems and technical reviews
• Real estate & solicitor’s trust audits
• Internal audit & SOX
• CFO and outsourcing solutions

Kamal is a Partner of SW Audit and a Director of SW Accountants & Advisors Pty Ltd.

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