Stewart
Watts

Stewart provides business consulting and taxation services to a diverse portfolio of clients, predominantly working with well-respected South Australian businesses. His specialisations include international tax, government grants and those in the hospitality industry. He’s also now a Director of Ronald McDonald House Charities – South Australia.

His clients commend him on his involvement and understanding of all aspects of their business. Stewart believes that building a strong client relationship is a fundamental quality of a trusted business advisor.

Professional expertise

•   Business Consulting

•   International Solutions

•    Accounting Services

•   Government Grants

Business Consulting

Irrespective of the stage a business is at, from initial start-up through to winding up and succession, Stewart has the expertise to provide valuable and reliable support. When establishing a new business, he ensures the most flexible and tax effective structures are in place.  At an operational level, Stewart assists his clients to increase efficiencies through timely financial reporting, budgeting, cash flow analysis and monthly management reporting, including key performance indicators. At the end of a business’s lifecycle, he can assist clients to develop a detailed succession plan to ensure an appropriate exit strategy is in place.

International Solutions

A key member of our International Solutions team, Stewart works with clients to assist them in meeting their obligations both in Australia and abroad. International business dealings are becoming increasingly more prevalent as businesses look to broaden their market on a global scale; the tax treatment of these transactions and investments will vary from country to country.

In recent times, the Australian Taxation Office has highly scrutinised international business dealings making it extremely important to receive sound taxation advice.

Government Grants

With a detailed understanding of the various federal, state, local and special purpose grants currently available, Stewart can advise clients on requirements for eligibility and assist with the application process. 

Formal qualifications

•   Bachelor of Commerce, University of South Australia

•   Member, Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand