Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Chartered Accountants in Chatswood, NSW
StewartBrown, established in 1939, is one of Australia's oldest independent chartered accounting firms. Our legacy of excellence spans over 85 years, during which we have built a trusted reputation for delivering audit, tax, and advisory services to organisations, individuals, and the not-for-profit sector. Our team combines deep technical expertise with a client-first ethos, offering tailored solutions that transcend traditional accounting roles. With a focus on the aged care sector, we provide strategic guidance to navigate regulatory complexities and drive sustainable growth.Our partners and senior staff often bring over a decade of experience, ensuring continuity and a profound understanding of client needs. We prioritise integrity, quality, and clarity, empowering clients to make informed financial decisions. As advocates for the NFP community, we contribute to industry thought leadership through annual roadshows, publications, and policy advocacy. Our commitment to service beyond numbers remains unwavering, shaping brighter financial futures for generations.
Services
Audit and Assurance
Business Advisory
Wealth Management
Payroll Compliance
International Tax
Cloud Accounting
Personal Tax
Financial Benchmarking
Corporate Administration
Estate Planning
Details
- Year established: 1939
Highlights and features
- 85+ years of experience in audit and tax advisory services
- Australia's largest dedicated NFP audit team with sector-specific expertise
- Tailored financial solutions for high-net-worth individuals and businesses
- Industry-leading specialists in aged care and retirement living benchmarking
- Award-winning wealth management advisors with Barron's Top 100 recognition
Associations and certifications
- Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand
What people say
Trusted NFP specialists
Sector-leading audit team
Tailored financial solutions
Barron's Top 100 advisors
85+ years experience
Services
Audit and Assurance
Our comprehensive audit services provide organisational clarity through risk assessment and compliance verification. Specialising in NFP and listed entities, we employ rigorous methodologies to ensure regulatory adherence while identifying growth opportunities. With Australia's largest dedicated NFP audit team, we deliver tailored solutions that enhance operational efficiency and financial transparency for clients across diverse sectors.
Wealth Management
Stewart Brown Advisory offers strategic wealth management solutions tailored to individual financial goals. Our Barron's Top 100-ranked advisors provide tax-effective investment strategies, retirement planning, and estate management services. Combining capital preservation principles with performance-driven portfolios, we deliver holistic financial planning for long-term wealth optimisation.
Payroll Compliance
Specialised payroll compliance services ensure adherence to complex industrial awards and tax regulations. Our experts conduct thorough audits, implement automated systems, and provide remediation support for underpayment issues. With deep expertise in SCHADS and Aged Care Awards, we help organisations maintain compliance while improving payroll efficiency.
Financial Benchmarking
Leveraging 25 years' experience in the aged care sector, we deliver data-driven benchmarking insights to enhance financial performance. Our Retirement Living Survey and corporate administration cost analyses help providers optimise operational efficiency through comparative metrics and strategic recommendations tailored to evolving regulatory frameworks.
International Tax
Our international tax specialists assist businesses navigating cross-border operations between Australia and global markets. With dedicated India Business Group support, we provide market entry strategies, regulatory compliance guidance, and tax structuring solutions for multinational corporations and Australian enterprises expanding overseas.
People
Stuart Hutcheon
Audit and Assurance Partner
Experienced audit professional with extensive expertise in NFP sector compliance and risk management. Specialises in delivering tailored audit solutions for aged care providers while maintaining a client-focused approach to financial governance.
Bhavna Lathigara
India Business Group Head
Leading cross-border advisory specialist with deep knowledge of Australian-Indian business relations. Provides strategic market entry guidance and cultural compliance solutions for businesses operating between Australia and India.
Amanda Lee
Wealth Management Advisor
Certified financial planner with expertise in retirement strategies and estate planning. Delivers tax-efficient investment solutions tailored to high-net-worth individuals through a client-centric advisory approach.
Questions
What industries does StewartBrown specialise in?
We specialise in aged care, not-for-profit sectors, and international business advisory, while providing comprehensive accounting services across retail, healthcare, and professional services industries.
How does StewartBrown support retirement living providers?
Our Retirement Living Survey benchmarking tool, launched in 2025, offers financial performance analysis and operational insights specifically designed for retirement living operators.
What wealth management credentials does StewartBrown hold?
Stewart Brown Advisory has been consistently ranked in Barron's Top 100 financial advisors since 2020, with expertise in tax-effective investment strategies and estate planning.
How does StewartBrown ensure payroll compliance for care providers?
Our specialists conduct award interpretation, implement automated systems, and provide remediation support tailored to complex modern awards like SCHADS and the Aged Care Award.
What international markets does StewartBrown operate in?
We support businesses in North America, Europe, Asia, and India through our dedicated India Business Group, assisting with market entry and cross-border compliance.
