A team that delivers on our purpose to
improve the lives of successful people.
Our story
HK Partners was founded on the long-term relationship and shared vision of Scott Kelly and Jeremy Hoffmann.
Colleagues for over 15 years, Scott and Jeremy saw a clear need for a new type of accounting, tax and advisory practice. One that brought together the traditional values, sound advice and trusted relationships of the established family office practices with a contemporary progressive approach.
A focus on advice excellence, continuous improvement and capitalising on useful technology keeps us moving ahead. While relationships built on genuine interest, empathy and care develop valuable and lasting partnerships.
This is the foundation of our team culture and drives our purpose of improving life for successful people.
The meaningful interpersonal relationships we enjoy with HK Partners allow for less formal communication where we explore ideas, problems and opportunities. They are an essential part of our decision-making.
CEO & Lead Adviser
Scott KellyScott Kelly
Scott is an experienced Chartered Accountant and Financial Adviser. As an adviser, he runs small family offices, managing the private financial affairs of his clients with the assistance of his broad network, which he has built over his many years in practice.
As a business owner and leader, he is driven to challenge the status quo of the delivery of traditional accounting services. He relishes leading the HK team, always thinking of the extra one percenters that will ensure HK Partners is at the forefront of innovation and continues to provide clients with exceptional service and advice.
B.Com, C.A., CFP®
Lead Adviser
Jeremy HoffmannJeremy Hoffmann
Jeremy has a vast array of experience in providing outsourced and family CFO services to his clients and their businesses. Having worked within both Chartered Accountancy and Wealth Management, he has a complex understanding of the various issues which are critical to preserving and growing wealth.
Jeremy is passionate about building meaningful and long-lasting relationships with his clients. He particularly enjoys focusing on providing essential strategic advice for business owners to help them reach their full business potential and maximise their business’s value and ultimately their overall family wealth.
B.Com, C.A., DipFP
Lead Adviser
David HuntDavid Hunt
David is advisor and confidante to some of the most senior executives and private business owners in Australia. David combines his love of investing and developing strategic solutions to assist his private clients protect and grow their wealth over their lifetime and beyond.
David has extensive experience advising senior executives, private business owners and family offices as Chartered Accountant, Chartered Tax Advisor and Financial Advisor. He has a Master of Tax Law degree from Sydney University where he obtained a Distinction Average.
B.Bus, M.Tax (Syd), CA, CTA and SSA
Client Adviser
Will McKeithWill McKeith
Will is a Client Adviser with a demonstrated history of working in the accounting industry for over ten years. Will is skilled in business advisory, tax, accounting, and CFO services (cashflow forecasting, budgeting, valuations). He is well versed in accounting systems and processes, and Xero/cloud accounting. Will is a Chartered Accountant and holds a Bachelor of Business (Acct & Mgmt) from UTS Australia.
Client Adviser
Zoe RossZoe Ross
Zoe has over 21 years of experience in accounting and taxation. She is a Chartered Accountant and holds a Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting). Zoe is passionate about building long term relationships with her clients and assisting them with practical tools to grow and develop their business and wealth.
Client Adviser
Tom D’ApiceTom D’Apice
Tom has over twelve years’ experience in the accounting industry specialising in taxation, business services and superannuation. Tom has a passion for delivering practical, straightforward advice and fostering long term relationships with clients. Tom has a Bachelor of Business (Accounting), Master of Arts in International Studies as well as being a member of Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand.
Client Adviser
Matthew ZillmanMatthew Zillman
Matt has over 30 years’ experience in business services, taxation and superannuation. He is qualified as a CPA and holds Chartered Tax Advisor status with the Tax Institute and a Bachelor of Business (Accountancy) from Charles Sturt University. Matt enjoys building and maintaining long term trusted advisor relationships with his clients and assisting them in attaining their long-term goals.
Client Adviser
Sam BerrellSam Berrell
Sam is a Chartered Accountant with specialist expertise in self-managed superannuation funds. With over eight years’ experience, Sam is focused on helping clients achieve their long term goals. He prides himself on building strong relationships with clients and assisting with all their accounting and advisory needs. Sam holds a Bachelor of Commerce and a Bachelor of Economics.
Associate Adviser
Tara ZimmermanTara Zimmerman
Tara is a Chartered Accountant with over 7 years’ experience in the industry, specialising in business services and self-managed superannuation funds. Tara aspires to make accounting and taxation concepts simple and effortless for her clients, so they are able to focus more on their passions. Tara holds a Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting and Marketing) from Macquarie University.
Associate Adviser
Diana NguyenDiana Nguyen
Diana is a Chartered Accountant and holds a Bachelor of Business and Commerce. Diana joined HK Partners in August 2018 and has over ten years of experience in accounting and taxation. Diana is focused on building long-term relationships with her clients and partners. She is committed to assisting clients to grow and develop their business and achieve their financial goals and objectives.
Associate Adviser
Marissa TeaMarissa Tea
Marissa is a Chartered Accountant and holds a Bachelor of Business (Accounting). Marissa is a highly motivated, deadline and goal driven accountant with over seven years of experience. Marissa enjoys assisting clients with their taxation and accounting compliance requirements.
Associate Adviser
Helen LamHelen Lam
Helen is a Chartered Accountant and has over 20 years’ experience working in public practice including providing tax and superannuation advice. She has a Bachelor of Commerce and a Master of Taxation. Helen enjoys assisting clients with their tax issues and helping clients grow their wealth to meet their retirement goals.
Practice Manager
Maddie WilsonMaddie Wilson
Maddie has over ten years’ experience working in accounting and taxation firms and has worked closely with the lead advisers of HK Partners since the firm’s inception. Maddie is skilled in numerous areas including client relations, operational innovation, and team engagement. Maddie is focused on the overall success of the business whilst also ensuring our clients are provided with exceptional service.
Client Relationship Manager
Jesselyn DangJesselyn Dang
Jesselyn has an innate passion for fostering strong relationships and ensuring client needs are met with ease. She holds a combined Bachelor of Commerce (Finance) & Bachelor of Science (Psychology), which has helped to develop her seamless ability to understand and support clients in a number of different capacities.
Client Relationship Manager
Anna BezzinaAnna Bezzina
Anna joined HK Partners with over a decade of experience with Accounting & Taxation firms specialising in high net worth individuals and large companies. Anna enjoys getting to know clients to understand their needs. Her bubbly personality and attention to detail make her the ideal fit for our Client Relationship team.
Client Relationship Manager
Kristy WellsKristy Wells
Kristy has over 20 years’ experience in client services across multiple industries including management consultancy, insurance, financial planning and accounting, and has worked closely with management of all levels across various organisations. Kristy is skilled in many areas of administration and has a desire to provide tailored, timely assistance to our clients and our team.
Family Office Manager
Tish RichardsonTish Richardson
Tish qualified as a Chartered Accountant in South Africa and has over 20 years’ experience in all aspects of accounting. She manages accounting for high-net-worth individuals and her strengths are attention to detail, commitment to service delivery and building client relationships.
Family Office Manager
Karen BoundsKaren Bounds
Karen joined the team in 2020. She holds a combined Bachelor of Arts, Diploma of Education and has extensive business and financial experience within the travel and other service related industries. Karen’s focus is on relationship building, attention to detail and service delivery.
Receptionist
Sarah PopeSarah Pope
Sarah has 9 years’ experience in office administration, client relations and event co-ordination. Sarah is passionate, driven and committed to providing a high standard of service to our clients and team within a timely manner. Her sunny disposition and personable nature mean she enjoys engaging with clients and maintaining lasting relationships.