dpa experts are relationship focused and enjoy working closely with clients to achieve their business goals whilst giving professional advice in a personable manner, in language that you can understand. A lot of our experts have businesses of their own, so we have a firm understanding of what our clients need and are looking for from their advisers AND some of the team have been with the firm since inception, so we like to think that dpa must be a pretty good place to work.
Number Experts
While Aisha may have started her journey as a Taupō local, she now calls Melbourne home, working remotely from her city apartment across the ditch. Don’t be fooled by the change in scenery though – she operates on Kiwi time and is fully integrated into our systems, making her as much a part of the team as if she were right here in Aotearoa New Zealand.
Aisha brings a unique blend of intelligence, enthusiasm, and meticulous attention to detail to every project she undertakes. With a knack for untangling even the most complex financials, she transforms challenging files into clear, concise reports that clients can easily digest.
In another life, Aisha might have been lighting up the netball court – having played for the Taupō and Bay of Plenty reps, as well as Waiariki Māori Netball. However, fate had other plans when two ACL ruptures redirected her competitive spirit from the court to the world of numbers. Now, instead of sinking goals, she’s balancing books and helping businesses score financial victories – which pleases us and our clients.
Fun FactI had stomach removed when I was 17 because my whānau carry the CDH1 stomach cancer gene.
Favourite Quote
Never a failure, always a lesson.
~ Rihanna
Eliza traded the busy life of Auckland for the slightly less busy life (in winter anyway) of Taupō. Her journey at dpa began at reception, soon moving to the bookkeeping team, where she cut her teeth on back-office company administration include creditors, debtors and PAYE while simultaneously conquering her accounting studies.
Now firmly established as one of our Number Experts, Eliza has found her niche helping clients in the entertainment industry and those who are sole traders in construction.
When she’s not immersed in spreadsheets and financial reports, you’ll find Eliza in the saddle, pursuing her true passion – equestrian. Whether she’s competing in events or simply enjoying a leisurely ride, Eliza’s dedication to both her professional and personal interests is evident in everything she does.
Favourite Quote
One of our greatest freedoms is how we react to things.
~ Charlie Macksey
After a globe-trotting adventure that took her from the snowy peaks of Canada to the sun-drenched shores of Australia, Helen found her way to the heart of the North Island, settling into the lovely Taupō.
Her diverse background in recruitment, project coordination, and administration has equipped her with a unique skill set that she’s now applying to the world of accounting.
Outside of the office, you’ll find her embracing the great outdoors that the region is famous for. Having a young child now joining her wee whānau, carving up the slopes on her snowboard has taken a back seat, but she can still be found hiking, camping or making the most of those long summer days by the lake – Helen embodies the Kiwi spirit of work-hard but make sure you have time to play!
Her journey from global adventurer to aspiring accountant proves that sometimes, the best career moves are the ones that bring you right back home.
Favourite Quote
In the end, it’s not the years in your life that count. It’s the life in your years.
India started out overseeing the busy admin side of the Masterton business until she started eyeing up the numbers side and decided to make the move.
Not only has she achieved a BBus in marketing, India is now studying toward a BBus in accounting which is going to come in handy now she is a Numbers Expert.
She has a keen eye for detail with exceptional organisational skills to boot but wait there’s more – India knows her software so enjoys helping our clients navigate their Xero and Farm Focus software.
Outside of dpa, India is a proud parent to her fur baby, a golden retriever named Buddy, and when not studying can be found enjoying the outdoors around Masterton whilst Buddy takes her for a walk.
Kombucha! All the kombucha!!
Kelsey is another of our team members that started as our smiling face at reception, joined the Admin team then made the final jump to the accounting side of the business.
She has a personable approach to her clients and enjoys working with businesses across varied industries, whilst keeping up to date with the latest software solutions available to clients.
In her spare time, Kelsey is never found sitting down, she is an active explorer of her local environment and is so sports mad she can probably tell you the score of most televised weekend games.
Favourite Quote
Happiness can be found in the darkest of places, if only one remembers to turn on the light.
~ Albus Dumbledore (JK Rowling)
Louise is South African born and made NZ her home in 2017, which means we now have Afrikaans to add to the list of languages spoken at dpa.
Lou is proficient in Xero and works with some of our larger sized clients.
In her free time, she enjoys kayaking and visits to Hawkes Bay often, where her daughter is studying viticulture…which is right up Lou’s alley!
Favourite Quote
Keep it Simple!
Tina is another one of our loyal staff members, working for Paul since 1994.
She has an extensive knowledge of forestry, farming and stud businesses which makes her a favourite with these clients.
Commuting to Taupo from Rotorua each day, Tina is classed as our ‘Rotorua Office’ and enjoys being a smiling representative of dpa for a lot of our Rotorua clientele.
Guilty PleasureChocolate - full fat, full cream, diet free Chocolate.
Michael is another of our “born and bred” in the mighty Wairarapa!
Michael started out with Allan at Enumerate whilst he was still at university, exhibiting a keen interest in the business and paving the way for his future career as an accountant, Allan of course asked him to come on full time once he got his degree.
Michael enjoys working with our clients in a wide variety of industries and is certified in Farm Focus as well as Xero software.
While numbers are Michael’s professional game, his social game, and one of his passions, lie with the Masterton AFC, where Michael plays football and also serves on the committee. When he is not kicking a soccer ball around, he can be found outside enjoying what the region has to offer.
Guilty PleasureA quiet night in with a bourbon and coke.
Niccy started out at DPA as the beaming smile that greeted you all at reception, however after completing her bookkeepers course, she was keen to advance her career in numbers, which saw her make the move upstairs and join the accounting team.
A lover of man’s best friend, Niccy can be seen getting walked by her two dogs on a regular basis. Originally from Wales, she is our official Welsh ambassador and will be pleased to remind you about how Wales reached number 1 in the World Rugby Rankings in August 2019.
Favourite Quote
Knowledge is knowing a tomato is a fruit. Wisdom is knowing not to put it in a fruit salad.
Sarah started working with Angela as a junior clerk in 1993 and has continued to work with the team ever since – so you can be sure she knows our business inside and out.
Having spent most of her life living on farms, Sarah has a particular interest in primary producers. Sarah works with a wide range of clients from many different industries, including farming, retail, service industries and health providers.
Always interested in accounting software that can help make our clients life a bit easier, Sarah is a keen advocate of both Figured and Sharesight packages.
Sarah’s optimistic nature makes her a hit with everyone she meets – try and catch Sarah in a bad mood – we bet you won’t!
Favourite Quote
Age only matters if you are cheese.
~ Unknown
Sarah originally hails from Wellington and moved to Masterton with her partner Shaun long enough ago now to call herself a true Masterton local.
Currently studying towards her accounting degree, Sarah enjoys working with a variety of clients.
When she’s not crunching the numbers, Sarah indulges in her passion for surf casting, spending weekends by the waters of the local beaches with her partner and 2 fur babies and is an active member of a local church.
Favourite Quote
Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart.
~ Anon.
Shania is Taupo born and bred and after a brief stint away for university she couldn’t resist returning to the lake and the mountains which she loves to take advantage of at any chance she can get.
Working with a varied client base, Shania’s niche is working with our forestry clients and she enjoys getting amongst it onsite at any chance she can get.
Typical of a Gen Z lady, you can bet she is up to date with all the latest technology that helps our clients run their business better.
Favourite Quote
Today you are you, that is truer than true. There is no-one alive who is youer than you.
~ Dr Suess
Susan has worked for Paul since “Love is all Around” was number 1 on the NZ charts and continues to work for him with a smile on her face.
Her personable approach helps her relate to her clients over a variety of industries.
As a keen supporter of her local community, Susan is Treasurer for the Taupo Society of Ballet & Dance committee.
When Susan has spare time, in between the above and being a mum, Susan indulges her three favourite pastimes, baking, exercising (which cancels out the baking) and gardening.
Favourite Quote
You only live once but if you do it right, once is enough
~ Mae West
Like a lot of Taupo “locals” Tamarah hails from the windy capital and was very happy to make Taupo her new home.
Studying towards her accounting degree, Tamarah relishes the hands-on experience working in the industry that she is studying.
With a particular interest in forensic accounting, Tamarah’s attention to detail is second to none!
But there is more than meets the eye with Tamarah, not only does she put numbers together nicely, but she is also a fully fledged petrol head and has built her own show car! Her spare time is filled with outdoor pursuits with 4 wheels and can be found travelling around the country to different car racing events.
Favourite Quote
As ironic as it sounds, you really do only live once. So make the most of it one day at a time.
Bookkeeping Experts
If you need help with Bookkeeping, Keely is your lady. Looking after mostly payroll and creditors & debtors Keely is a well-respected “remote” team member to a number of our Bookkeeping clients.
She assists Angela by acting as Secretary for our Maori Trust clients, Keely enjoys the daily interaction with the Trustees and the many beneficiaries of the Trusts.
She is one of the quieter people in the office so can be hard to locate if she isn’t at her desk, however we just need to find the lolly stash and more often than not, we’ll find Keely.
Favourite Quote
Don't say you can't until you prove you can't.
~ Les Paul
Mandy heads up the bookkeeping team and is in charge of HR. She is our guru on all things regarding “employers” from PAYE to contracts and ACC to payroll packages.
Not one to be kept idle, Mandy looks after our Trust Account and the Client Investment Scheme as well as ensures all of the AML requirements are being met – which is a fulltime job in itself!
She’s a mixed bag of skills and many of you may recognise Mandy as a welcoming face at the Taupo Airport where Mandy lends a hand to her husband Jeff who manages the Airport Terminal.
Favourite Quote
The only way to do great work is to love what you do.
Admin Experts
Jade is in charge of our marketing and sponsorship and planning of our events and seminars as well as overseeing our Admin department.
As part of the Talent Management team, Jade supports David, and together they work tirelessly for their clients ensuring their professional (and general life) requirements are all taken care of.
Outside of dpa work, she runs a local flooring company with her husband Darrell.
And after all the work is done, she likes to spend time with her two children and always makes sure she finds time to eat great food and drink even better wine.
Guilty Pleasure
Champagne. And more Champagne.
Kim looks after the busy Taupo reception that we share with Jensen Waymouth Lawyers as well as the client administration that comes hand in hand with our busy accounting firm.
She’s a master of the juggling act and Kim manages our company annual return process and ensuring the office is generally well stocked with everything we need.
She doesn’t stop when she gets home either, Kim is a mum to two beautiful girls, and when 3pm rolls around switches to Mum mode and loves every minute of it.
Megan works part-time and looks after our tax administration, so you will recognise her as the lady that is reminding you of those lovely Prov Tax payments that are due.
When she is not spreading her tax reminder joy, Megan is always busy being a mum and generally lending a helping hand to anyone that needs it.
Overseeing the admin in the Masterton office, Rachel is a lady who likes to be busy.
She is our “voice” of dpa and it is Rachel who you will talk to when you call both the Masterton & Taupo offices.
Rachel is a fully fledged “soccer mom” and enjoys attending both her sons and husband’s weekend football games – a nice outdoor walk doesn’t go astray either!
Favourite Quote
One positive thought in the morning can change your whole day
~ Anon.
Sarah traded the winds in Wellington to join us in the paradise that is Taupo.
She is our AML Officer, our Company Administration go to and assists our Client Partners with getting the financial statements out to our clients.
When she is not head down in the Admin department, she can be found exploring the walking tracks that the Central Plateau has to offer or experimenting with new baking recipes…we like to encourage the latter as we are happy to be her guinea pigs.
Favourite Quote
The way I see it, if you want the rainbow, you gotta put up with the rain
~ Dolly Parton
Tracey has seen it all at dpa and has guided the business through the uses of fax machines to Cloud based technology. She is an integral part of all transitions with new software that we use at DPA, as well as special projects that we undertake.
She is our accounts receivable and payable department and Xero administrator. She wears a few hats, and has the art of juggling workflow down packed.
Even when it’s operator error at fault, Tracey manages our battles with technology with a witty joke and a smile on her face.
Favourite Quote
Tell me and I forget. Teach me and I remember. Involve me and I learn.
~ Benjamin Franklin
