GREG BARD
BUSINESS MANAGER
While Greg enjoys working with our clients, getting the best results possible for their tax returns, he loves to spend time on his real passion of data controls and systems. He can often be found lost in a spreadsheet trying to automate the most complex data organisations.
Being a long-time business manager, he brings his knowledge and experience to the BA Accounting and Advisory experience, aiming to ensure continued high-quality work and customer service.
In recent years, Greg was a stay-at-home dad for his two children while managing he and his wife’s accounting firm, Bard and Associates.
Since purchasing BA Accounting & Advisory, Greg has worked at creating a positive culture within the business and demonstrates a commitment to the needs of his staff and clients through open and honest communication.
Outside of work, Greg enjoys reading, going to the gym, and getting lost in projects around the house.
Favourite coffee: Almond Espresso (double shot)
Favourite chocolate: 90% dark chocolate
CHLOE AITKEN
OFFICE MANAGER
As Office Manager, Chloe is the first point of contact for all BA Accounting and Advisory enquiries and is the friendly face you’ll hear and see when contacting BA Accounting.
Chloe moved up to the Lockyer Valley area in 2022 and is enjoying life in the valley with her young family. She brings with her extensive experience in the real estate industry and is now putting these skills to good use in the accounting field. Her role is to keep everything running smoothly in the office, managing the workload, and assisting you in resolving or allocating your enquiries appropriately.
Chloe is currently studying her Certificate IV in Bookkeeping and Accounting and was previously qualified in Business Administration.
Outside of her work, Chloe is busy mum of three who enjoys getting involved in local community and school events.
Favourite coffee: Almond Mocha
Favourite chocolate: Cadbury Roasted Almond
jennifer holt
senior accountant (Part-time)
As an accountant, Jennifer strives to provide quality and professional client support to assist business owners to become financially conversant with all aspects of their business.
Jen has considerable experience in tax, accounting and audit to an extensive range of clients. Predominately, Jen is focused on assisting clients with self-managed superannuation funds. She can also an assist individuals and businesses with their compliance requirements, including financial statement and tax return preparation.
Jennifer joined BA Accounting in October 2021, she is a valued member of the team and her professional attitude and dedication to continuing professional development is commendable. Jennifer holds a Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting) and a CPA certification.
Outside of work, Jennifer enjoys volunteering with Parkrun and cycle touring.
Favourite chocolate: Milk chocolate with sea salt and caramel
kiara johnston
accountant (part-time)
Kiara started her accounting career in Gatton where she worked for one year before moving to Toowoomba for the next 6 years.
She loves assisting clients in organising workpapers and bringing organisation to their business.
Kiara joined BA Accounting in 2022 and holds a Bachelor of Commerce, majoring in Accounting.
In her spare time she loves spending time with her husband and two puppies.
Favourite coffee: Cappucino with no sugar
Favourite chocolate: Aero mint chocolate
kirrilly rowan
business support specialist (part-time)
Kirrilly has worked in management and leadership roles for the last 25 years, both in public and private sector companies. For the last 4 years she has been providing business support services to a number of small businesses in the Lockyer Valley area and is passionate about working with people to support their success.
As a Business Support Specialist, Kirrilly partners with businesses in providing bookkeeping, system support and business support.
She holds an Associate Diploma of Business, Diploma of Project Management and is Xero certified.
Outside of work, Kirrilly enjoys walking, keeping active and spending time with her friends and family.
Favourite coffee: Skinny cappuccino (1 sugar)
Favourite chocolate: Cadbury twirl