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
kiara johnston
SENIO 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