Bizally Directors & Key Personnel

Ben Stokes
Director

Ben’s more than two decades of small business advisory experience has shaped his belief that his role as an Advisor is as much about understanding people as numbers. 

He knows that modern accounting technology can save time for his clients and create better information for businesses than traditional accounting approaches. 

However, he believes his most important role is to clarify important decisions his clients need to make, and to provide them with an expert view of their financial options and opportunities.  

Ben uses his knowledge and experience to provide business insights in language that makes sense for each business owner. He provides advice in a way that assists his clients to better understand their taxation and regulatory obligations and business opportunities.

His passion for building his clients wealth led Ben to qualify as a Specialist Advisor with the Self-Managed Superannuation Fund Association, one of many qualifications Ben brings to his role. 
His nurturing nature extends to being a proud father of two awesome boys, a loving husband, passionate cook, a keen Geelong supporter and a gardener always looking for good tips.

Nigel Mason
Director

Nigel is a business advisor with strong leadership, analytical abilities and experience in commercial businesses. He understands financial results, and how to improve business performance. 

He has a strong overall business acumen leading to an understanding of the business’ performance, resulting in a greater depth of its underlying profit drivers. Using his unique skill set means he is able to look beyond the numbers and has a deeper understanding of the key areas required to improve the performance of a business. 

Nigel has a proven record of communicating critical information in a way that is clearly understood and generates desired outcomes.

Nigel’s strong leadership skills was illustrated by establishing a business peer to peer leadership group for 15 businesses.  Nigel was featured in the CPA magazine INTHEBLACK. Nigel is both a Chartered Accountant and has recently been awarded fellowship membership of CPA Australia. This recognition was awarded to him as a result of his professional work experience and being an expert in his field of expertise. FCPAs are renowned worldwide as having gained unparalleled experience in the field of accounting and finance. FCPAs are also recognised and respected around the world as being leaders in their industries.

Specialises in

• Business Advisory and Accounting
• Tax Planning
• Management Reporting and Forecasting

Qualifications

• Chartered Accountant (CA)
• Fellowship member of CPA Australia (FCPA)
• Bachelor of Business with a Major in Accounting

Nina Tesevic
Senior Accountant & Client Manager

Nina brings over 15 years of public practice accounting experience to Bizally. She uses this valuable experience to assist clients with a broad range of tasks, including business advisory and taxation compliance.

Nina has undertaken significant training in the taxation and administration of deceased estates, making her the go-to person for this in our office. Her communication skills with legal personnel as well as the family ensure this compliance is undertaken smoothly and promptly. Her personal interest in property investment has also placed her in a great position to advise on the tax consequences of property purchases and sales.

Nina is a great team player who aims to help client’s reach their financial goals. Her friendly demeanour makes her very approachable and she’s always happy to answer your queries.

Specialises in

• Deceased Estates
• Investment Property Taxation Business
• Advisory and Accounting
• Tax Planning

Qualifications

• Certified Practicing Accountant (CPA)
• Bachelor of Banking & Finance
• Bachelor of Business with a Major in Accounting
•  Xero Certified Advisor

Robert Harding
Senior Accountant & Client Manager 

Rob’s role as Senior Accountant & Client Manager at Bizally for more than 15 years has provided him with unique insights into the challenges and opportunities Australian small business owners face. It’s this knowledge and experience and face to face connection that makes him the ideal 'go to' guy for small business owners wanting to take charge of their finances and future. 

Small business owners need more than once a year tax compliance support. They need someone within reach to bounce ideas off or seek regular advice about financial decisions. It's a role Rob enthusiastically embraces. 

Away from work, Rob enjoys spending time with his young family, and is passionate about all sports including Formula 1 and AFL.