About KGA
Local Insight. Broader Perspective.
The practice behind KGA has supported Warkworth businesses and families since 1977. Today the team combines reliable accounting and tax work with pragmatic advice, coaching and forward planning.
★★★★★5.0 from 34 Google reviews49 years of local practice
Chartered Accountants with CFO Experience
Chartered Accountants ANZ
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The KGA approach
Knowledge. Growth. Authenticity.
The practice has been in Warkworth since 1977. KGA was created in 2012, when Middleton & Associates and Nicholls Brown & Partners merged.
KGA’s objective is to add value by working closely with clients at every level. The team is approachable, friendly and available in person, by phone, email or Zoom.
Directors Jen Smith and Lize Van Schalkwyk are Chartered Accountants with experience in industry and tax compliance. They are passionate about giving business owners clear, timely advice that supports better decisions throughout the year, not only at year end.
Every job is quoted. If the scope changes, KGA discusses the extra work and price before continuing.
Why work with us
A closer look at the KGA approach.
Meet the team
A local team that knows the people behind the numbers.
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Jen Smith
Director, Chartered AccountantJen excels when walking alongside and empowering clients to understand their numbers and identify opportunities within their business. With a background in small business accounting and strategic leadership, Jen’s sweet spot is sitting alongside management, providing sound, pragmatic advice in a common-sense and interesting way. Her positivity and big-picture thinking also guide the KGA team.
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Lize Van Schalkwyk
Director, Chartered AccountantLize, pronounced Lee-za, combines sharp technical expertise with an irreverent sense of humour. She excels at getting into the detail of a business and making its systems and accounts work together seamlessly.
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Alison Enticott
Senior AccountantKind, compassionate and with a background in customer service, Alison is an excellent accountant to have in your corner. Her client-first approach has helped her build strong relationships over the years. Alison has been with the practice since 2006 and is KGA’s go-to person for technical tax queries and advice.
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Denise Nicholson
Senior AccountantDenise is KGA’s farming specialist and go-to for all things rural. She has been an accountant in Warkworth since 1998 and cares deeply about her clients, many of whom she has worked with for a very long time. Calm and insightful, Denise often comes out with words of wisdom no-one else has considered.
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Brooke Levet
AccountantBrooke brings a thoughtful, calm and measured approach to her work. KGA values her thoroughness, reliability and the high standards she consistently brings to both clients and the team.
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Rohanna Sutton
Finance and Operations AdministratorRohanna is a detail-driven and organised professional with a calm approach to work. With a strong background in administration and banking, she excels in delivering precise and efficient results.
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Candice Parry
Client and Operations AdministratorCandice is warm and approachable, with the ability to build strong relationships with clients and colleagues. Her experience in communication and customer-focused roles brings an organised approach, a great sense of humour and close attention to the finer details.
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Developing local accounting talent.
KGA is passionate about supporting the next generation of Chartered Accountants and is registered to mentor people working towards their CA qualification.
If you are studying accounting, part way through your qualification or interested in working towards your CA, send your CV and cover letter to info@kgaww.co.nz.
“Tyla and your team have exceeded our expectations in everything we asked! Really happy with the service we have received, so wanted to reach out and say thanks. A special thanks to Tyla for her prompt and thorough communication and fab work.”
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Meet the team behind the advice.
Bring the question, the current numbers and the decision in front of you. KGA will help make the next step clearer.