Andrew brings over thirty years’ experience advising clients on M&A and capital raising deals, having worked with ASX-listed companies, multinationals, private businesses, private equity funds, and other financial investors.

Duane Rogers, CEO of SW said “We are thrilled to welcome Andrew to our Sydney Corporate Finance team. His depth of experience and proven track record in deal advisory and client service will be invaluable as we continue to grow our presence in Sydney and deliver exceptional outcomes for our clients. Andrew’s commitment to excellence and his collaborative approach perfectly align with SW’s values and our vision for the future.”

Andrew’s career spans senior roles at PKF Corporate Finance, Deloitte, Pepper Money, Sabre Group, and KPMG in Sydney and London. He is recognised for his expertise in financial due diligence, lead advisory, and valuation services across industries including real estate, financial services, transport, mining, energy, manufacturing, and consumer products.

“I’m excited to be joining SW’s Corporate Finance team to help SW continue its strong growth and outstanding track record of delivering high quality services to its clients. I’m very impressed by the consistently high calibre of SW’s partners and staff and am really looking forward to identifying opportunities for SW’s clients and the clients and people that I have worked with over the past thirty years,” said Andrew Jones.

This appointment reflects SW’s ongoing commitment to expanding our capabilities and supporting our clients’ ambitions in the Sydney market and beyond.

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Andrew provides financial due diligence and lead advisory services to clients that are undertaking M&A, divestment and capital raising deals. He has significant experience providing financial due diligence, lead advisory, and valuation services and draws on this experience in each of these areas to provide well rounded and considered advice to his clients.

Over a career spanning 36 years, Andrew has worked across a wide range of industries including real estate, financial services, transport and logistics, mining, energy and natural resources, manufacturing, industrial products and services, and consumer products and services.

Prior to joining SW, Andrew was a partner at PKF Corporate Finance for ten years and Deloitte Corporate Finance for seven years prior to that. Andrew held senior management roles at Pepper Money and Sabre Group following a 13-year career at KPMG in Sydney and London.

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Duane Rogers, CEO of SW, expressed his enthusiasm about this strategic move: “We are incredibly proud to welcome such a talented and experienced team to our Sydney office. With their deep expertise in professional practice and their reputation as trusted advisors, KSW will significantly enhance our service offerings in the region. Their commitment to supporting their people’s career growth and expanding their service portfolio perfectly aligns with our goals as we continue to strengthen our position in Sydney.” 

Under the leadership of Managing Partner Michael Goodrick, and supported by fellow partners Kamal Thakkar and Quang Tat, Darren O’Malley and Ben Barter, KSW’s team of 30+ professionals will be integrated into SW, expanding our Sydney presence to over 100 dedicated staff. With more than 50 years of experience in the Sydney market, KSW brings with it a well-established reputation for delivering comprehensive accounting, auditing, tax, and business advisory services across key industries such as professional and financial services, manufacturing, software and technology, start ups, construction and maintenance, storage, advertising and media, mining, retailers and property. 

Michael Goodrick, Managing Partner of KSW, commented, “The culture we’ve cultivated at KSW has been the result of decades of hard work and commitment. We’re excited to join a firm like SW, whose values and culture align with ours. Their focus on building lasting relationships with both clients and people is something we’ve always stood by, and we are confident that this partnership will allow us to continue to support the needs of our clients while offering exceptional career pathways for our team.” 

This addition to the SW team is a testament to the firm’s ongoing commitment to supporting the growth and development of its people. The integration of KSW’s team will further bolster SW’s core divisions, including Business and Private Clients and Assurance and Advisory services, providing additional resources to meet the evolving needs of our clients. 

“We are focused on creating career pathways for our people and expanding our services to meet the growing demands of our clients,” said Michael Goodrick. “This partnership will empower us to deliver even more comprehensive solutions, including audit, corporate finance, and specialist tax services, while ensuring that our team has access to a broad range of professional growth opportunities.” 

Michael Goodrick added, “We are excited to join a firm with a clear growth strategy, supported by a culture rooted in values and a strong commitment to client service. This opportunity will allow us to better serve our clients and expand our professional reach, both nationally and internationally.” 

The expansion into Sydney follows the addition of key partners, including Greg Will from Armstrong Dawson in 2022 and Vanessa Priest and Kirsty McDonnell in 2024. This continued growth enhances SW’s ability to deliver high-quality services across a range of sectors and solidifies its reputation as an employer of choice in the accounting and advisory industry. 

At SW, we believe our ability to attract high-calibre talent speaks to our strong values, culture, and commitment to growth. As we move forward, we remain dedicated to building a workplace where individuals can thrive and build meaningful careers while contributing to the long-term success of our clients. 

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“We are very proud to attract such a talented and experienced partner in the Sydney market. Greg has worked in professional practice for over 20 years and 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,” said Mr Duane Rogers, CEO of SW.

Greg and his team of ten will bolster the well-established base of service offerings in this market for SW.

“He has successfully proven he is able to build and grow practices, particularly in the private client service space. He will be a great addition to our Business Private Client Advisory division, ably leading our growth aspirations in Sydney,” he said. 

“I am thrilled to join a firm with a clear growth agenda, underpinned by strong values and a culture that offers outstanding client service. My team, both in Australia and abroad are excited for a successful future with a full-service national firm with a strong international footprint. Joining SW will support our client’s broader needs in audit, corporate finance and specialist tax services,” said Mr Greg Will.

“We believe that the firm’s ability to attract quality talent and high calibre candidates speaks to our values, our culture and our focus on people and growth,” said Mr Rogers.

Led by Greg, the Armstrong Dawson 100% owned subsidiary International Accounting Solutions (INTAS) will also add to SWs capability in this specialised area. INTAS specialises in establishing and managing Australian operations for overseas organisations, providing business advisory and virtual CFO services to a broad range of clients, including not-for-profits, start-ups, and established SME’s.

Following the recent announcement of the Walker Wayland WA team also joining SW, this addition further enhances the Sydney capability in areas where the market will require support in these changing economic times.

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As an independent, national firm with a strong presence across Melbourne, Sydney Perth and Brisbane, SW offers a wide range of accounting and business advisory services. With 45 Partners and over 400 staff, we are committed to delivering exceptional value to our clients. We are proud to be ranked as the 22nd largest firm by revenue in the 2025 AFR Top 100 Accounting Firms and the 9th largest national practice in Australia.

At SW, we believe in building real relationships and connectivity, both locally and globally. As a member of the SW International network , we provide integrated global services to our clients. Our international headquarters are located in Hong Kong, and our member firms offer assurance, business advisory, corporate finance, and tax consulting services. Additionally, we are a member of the Praxity Alliance, which enables us to leverage our combined global footprint and connections in 120 countries across the USA, Europe, Asia Pacific, and the Middle East.

Our purpose

Build lasting relationships with our clients and people to achieve shared success.

Building lasting relationships for our clients and people to achieve shared success is a purpose that is built on the foundation of growth, collaboration, helping others, solving problems and supporting opportunities.

It requires a commitment to continuous growth and improvement. This involves learning from past experiences and constantly seeking new opportunities to enhance our skills, knowledge, and capabilities.

 

We are invested in our relationships, getting to know our people and clients and their needs, and working together to achieve shared success.

 

Building lasting relationships creates opportunities for growth, learning, and development. By prioritising these opportunities, we can help our clients and people to achieve their goals and unlock their full potential.

 

We take pride in helping each other to be successful. By being proactive and attentive to the needs of our clients and people, we identify opportunities to offer assistance, advice, or resources that can help them achieve their goals. We enjoy working as a team unit to overcome complex and challenging issues for our clients.

 

We are committed to building lasting relationships based on our values of ownership, resilience, passion, collaboration, and inclusivity. We believe that by working together with our clients and people, we can achieve shared success and make a positive difference in the world.

 

Committed to creating value for both our people and our clients, working collaboratively to identify opportunities for growth, innovation and having a positive impact.

 

Collaboration also fosters a sense of shared ownership and accountability, which we know can strengthen relationships and promote long-term success.

Our values

We are a values led firm with these values embedded into our everyday behaviour and language and are unique to our people. They also reflect the manner in which we work with each other and our clients.

Own it

We help our clients by showing spirit, giving our opinion, and being accountable for delivering what we say we will do. We work with clients that believe in themselves and that are prepared to have a go and speak their truth.

Share the Load

We work together as a team to solve problems and provide great client support. We work with clients that see us as part

of their team; building relationships and creating opportunities. We take away the stresses and complexities that you face. We can act as a second set of eyes to your key strategic priorities as a trusted partner.

Open Doors

We make and take opportunities for our clients to grow. We have a diverse, flexible and approachable style that fosters innovation.

Through our international network, our teams assist clients in opening doors to new frontiers. We think outside the box to make opportunities real. We work with diverse clients and embrace difference across the globe.

Embrace the Ride

If you’re going to look at expanding, growing or diversifying, then our team understands there will be challenges. Along your journey there will also be successes and we will be there to celebrate with you. We see our relationship as a long term investment that will create opportunities for future growth and success.

Love your Work

Our clients are at the heart of all we do. Relationships make all the difference. Our teams thrive on being able to help a client achieve their best. We love what we do, that’s why we look to take the lead and deliver results.

Value Awards

Each quarter our people can nominate their peers as a Value Leader for exemplifying the firm values in their interactions with each other and clients.

Awards

Our commitment to providing exceptional service to our clients and fostering a supportive and rewarding work environment for our employees has been recognised through numerous awards. For nine consecutive years, we have been honoured to be a finalist in several categories for the well-respected Asia Pacific independent awards: Beaton Client Choice Awards; reflecting the feedback and appreciation of our clients. 

In addition, our internship and graduate programs have been recognised as award-winning for five years running, reflecting our commitment to developing and supporting the next generation of professionals in our field. These awards are a testament to our dedication to excellence, both in serving our clients and in cultivating a supportive and rewarding workplace culture.

 

Beaton Client Choice Awards

Winner

• Best Provider to Financial & Insurance Services | 2025

Finalist

• Best Provider to Financial & Insurance Services | 2026
• Best Accounting Firm $30-100m | 2018 – 2026
• Most Trusted Accounting Firm | 2025 – 2026
• Most Innovative Firm | 2020 – 2022, 2025
• Best Provider to Government & Community | 2025
• Best CX Firm, Accounting & Consulting | 2022 – 2024

Top Graduate and Intern programs

Listed in the Prosple top 100 in 2023-2026 | #11 in Accounting & Advisory (2026)

 

 

Top Workplaces for Graduate & interns for Hiring Process | Offices (#7 overall & #1 in Accounting) | Work-life Balance

 

 

GradConnection & AFR Top 100 Graduate Employers | #3 internship employer (small program, 2025) | #6 in Accounting, Professional Services and Consulting (2025) | #26 overall (2025)

Listed in the top 100 in 2018 – 2020, 2022 – 2025

 

 

AAGE Top Graduate Employer | 2017, 2019 – 2026 | #3 in Accounting and Professional Services (medium program, 2026) | #5 across all industries (medium program, 2026)

AAGE Top 10 Intern Program | 2017 – 2020, 2024, 2026

Our history

SW Accountants & Advisors has been operating in Australia since 1935.

SW, formerly known as Moore Stephens Melbourne, has a rich history of delivering exceptional service to Australian businesses. With origins dating back to 1935 as Hughes Fincher, we have built a reputation for our commitment to quality and the success of our clients. Our long-standing relationships with many of our clients, extending over decades and even generations, are a testament to the trust they place in us.

 

On February 1, 2015, Moore Stephens Melbourne rebranded as ShineWing Australia, and in May 2021, we further evolved our brand to become SW. Our rebranding reflects our ongoing commitment to growth and innovation, as we continue to provide exceptional service to our clients across Australia and beyond. As a national firm with a global network, we are well-positioned to deliver comprehensive accounting and business advisory services to clients of all sizes and across all industries.

International network

SW International

SW International is a global network of independent accounting and consulting firms, with over 11,000 people, including 600+ partners, in more than 103 offices across 23 regions, connecting and collaborating to take care of your needs locally, nationally, and internationally.

 

In 2024, SW International generated approximately USD 736m in revenue. According to the World Survey 2025 published by the International Accounting Bulletin, the network is ranked 23 globally by fee income and 20 by total headcount among the top 30 accounting networks.

 

SW International currently has member firms located in 23 regions, including Australia, Chile, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Egypt, Germany, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Japan, Macau, Mainland China, Malaysia, Pakistan, Republic of Guinea, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Spain, Taiwan, Thailand, Turkey, the UAE, the United Kingdom, and Vietnam.

 

Well-positioned in the Asia-Pacific region, further expansion is occurring across Europe, North America, Africa, Middle East and Latino America. With the progressive expansion, SW International was selected as the winner for the category “Rising Star Network” for the International Accounting Bulletin (IAB) Awards 2015.

 

Praxity Global Alliance

SW is a member of Praxity Alliance, a global alliance of independent accountancy, tax, and business consulting firms that have a presence in 120 countries. So, whatever or wherever your growth ambitions may be, we can help connect you to opportunity.

• Praxity is an award-winning alliance of global independent accountancy, tax and business consulting firms with 817 global member offices
• Praxity is the world’s largest alliance of independent accounting firms and is ranked 1st in the International Accounting Bulletin (IAB) League Table of international accounting networks and associations
• Operating in 120 countries across the world, Praxity has a strong presence throughout the USA, Asia-Pacific, Africa and The Middle East regions
• With access to a pool of more than 71,000 professional and independent minds worldwide, Praxity has the ability to quickly source the very best experts to meet the needs of businesses on a global scale.

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