Our People
Our team consists of highly experienced specialists with a strong focus on customer service.
ABN Australia is a multi-generational business operating since 1976; with a track record of bringing innovative products to market, of retaining loyal customers over the long term, and of bringing affordability to the small to medium business community.
Our team consists of highly experienced secretarial, compliance, and accounting specialists with a strong focus on customer service and attention to detail. Our clients never have to deal with junior or inexperienced members of staff meaning we are able to add real value in most situations. You can read some of our customer reviews on our website here .
Aaron Garry Managing Director
Aaron leads our team of professional staff in delivering on the vision for our company, which is to help global businesses succeed in Australia.
A Chartered Accountant, he has assisted hundreds of global firms with their market entry and ongoing compliance requirements for Australia, offering a specialised mix of international and local knowledge to any client project.
In addition to managing overall service delivery to our clients, Aaron drives forward the key strategic and commercial opportunities for ABN Australia.
Prior to ABN Australia, he worked both locally and internationally as a financial accountant for several large financial services businesses within the funds management sector.
Ian Pelayo Director of Corporate Secretarial
Ian has a vast amount of experience in the corporate services industry. Ian overseas the establishment of our client's business structures, ongoing ASIC compliance, and a range of secretarial matters as needed.
Manraj Singh Senior Client Manager
Manraj is responsible for ensuring the smooth operation of our tax and accounting services to clients, while also providing leadership and technical support to the wider team.
Manraj comes to us with a wealth of experience, having worked with several prominent accounting firms in Australia, including BDO, Pitcher Partners, and KPMG. His very strong communication skills and technical experience adds value to our service delivery and team structure.
Richard Chatten Commercial Director
Richard is the Commercial Director at ABN Australia, leading business development, sales, marketing, and partnerships. Based in the UK, he provides localised support to clients and partners across the UK and Europe. Prior to joining ABN, Richard played a key role in the international expansion of a leading UK-based tax and accounting franchise, supporting operations in Australia, Ireland, Canada, and the US.
With extensive experience in business development and stakeholder engagement, he has a strong track record in driving growth and building lasting relationships. Richard brings deep expertise in international markets and market entry strategy for overseas businesses.
James Thomas Director of People Services
James joined ABN Australia after nearly 15 years in operations management and Human Resources roles across both large and small organisations. A member of AHRI and accredited in several HR instruments, James leads the delivery of our Workforce Solutions services, providing clients with specialist services to meet their workforce needs in Australia.
Anthony Sallis Operations Manager
Anthony previously worked as a lawyer for a decade in a professional practice, and has a working background and strong interest in technology, finance, and security. His broad experience and versatility makes him a great asset for the business in this role.
Ro Elvinia Customer Success & Marketing Manager
Ro has a decade of experience in technical and content writing, as well as several years of experience in client and project management. Her background in writing is particularly strong, which is valuable for creating content on our website, our marketing activities, business development, partnerships and prospective client management. Throughout her career, Ro has assisted her parents in operating a small business, has worked as a retail banker at JP Morgan and Chase, has recently worked at an immigration practice as a Senior Writer and Immigration Paralegal. Ro has a strong academic background, has a great attitude, is very organised, has a strong attention to detail.
Ketaki Pataskar Senior Manager Accountant
Ketaki is one of ABN Australia’s Senior Manager Accountants, bringing over 15 years of experience in public practice across Australia and internationally. She excels in managing compliance portfolios, tax planning and delivering in-depth analyses for complex engagements, providing clients with practical and effective solutions.
Ketaki holds dual qualifications as a Chartered Accountant in India and Certified Public Accountant (CPA ) in Australia. She is also a Bachelor of Law (India) and a recipient of the prestigious National Dux Award from the Tax Institute of Australia for excellence in tax and law subjects.
Dedicated to continuous learning, Ketaki has completed advanced professional programmes and examinations, including CPA USA and Certified Management Accountant (CMA) USA, showcasing her commitment to staying at the forefront of global tax and accounting practices.
Kira Maiseyenka Senior Manager Accountant
Kira leads one of the accounting and tax teams at ABN Australia, specialising in supporting international businesses entering the Australian market.
A registered tax agent with BBA and MPA, Kira has extensive experience in Xero training and implementation, helping businesses establish efficient accounting systems, meet tax compliance and financial reporting requirements.
Kira offers a mix of commercial and public practice experience by delivering tailored solutions for foreign subsidiaries and permanent establishments, focusing on tax compliance, financial reporting, and process optimisation. Her expertise ensures Australian and foreign entities achieve a smooth transition and a strong foundation for growth in Australia.
Rukshani Perera Corporate Services Manager
Rukshani’s role is focused on the core provisions of ABN Australia’s business establishment services and officer and address services. Rukshani has broad experience across a range of financial, operational and compliance-driven roles and adds a new dimension and skillset to our Corporate Secretarial team, as we continue to grow the client portfolio and improve service delivery.
Alessandra Punturieri Client Services Officer
Alessandra PunturieriClient Services Officer
Alessandra is ABN Australia’s Client Success Manager, bringing over seven years of management experience from her tenure at one of Australia’s department store chains. She also has nearly five years of experience in administration and ASIC compliance with an Australian accounting service provider.
Alessandra began her journey at ABN Australia as a Client Services Officer, where her expertise and dedication have been instrumental in supporting client success and growth.
David Garry Chairman & Resident Director
As Chairman of ABN Australia, David Garry has been incorporating companies, family trusts, unit trusts and self-managed superannuation funds since 1976 for clients in the accounting and legal professions, establishing over 200,000 entities across Australia and New Zealand.
In addition to his work at ABN Australia, David has invested as an equity partner and operated numerous small businesses in various industries, including successfully listing a public company on the Australian Stock Exchange. He possesses a diverse range of corporate and life skills, and his professional memberships include being a Fellow of the Institute of Directors, a Fellow of the Institute of Corporate Governance and a Fellow of the Institute of Public Accountants, each for over 40 years.
David provides Nominee Director services for overseas corporations establishing business operations in Australia, offering strategic compliance advice.
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