147 George St, Quirindi, 2343, NSW, Australia
(02) 6746 1288
MEET OUR TEAM
Shirley Green FIPA FFA
Shirley is a Fellow of the Institute of Public Accountants with over 30 years experience in the accounting field, having commenced employment with Clout Brackenbury & Stewart in 1988.
In October 2003, Shirley joined Neil Brackenbury in forming the partnership Brackenbury Green & Associates, with Neil retiring in June, 2010. Shirley continued the practice as a sole practitioner until, when on the 1st January, 2018, she joined with Rachel Owen in forming a new company trading as Brackenbury Green & Owen.
Shirley's professional areas of interest include small business and primary production accounting and taxation, self managed superannuation funds and tax planning. Shirley believes keeping up with modern technology, information and procedures while maintaining good old fashioned service and reliability is key to looking after her clientele.
Shirley is married to Darryl (who also works in the firm) and has lived in the Quirindi district for most of her life.
Rachel Owen MIPA AFA
Rachel is a member of the Institute of Public Accountants and has been with the business for over 10 years, having commenced employment with Brackenbury Green & Associates in 2007.
Studying externally, Rachel completed her Bachelor of Business (Accounting) Degree from the Central Queensland University in July, 2008. Following on from this Rachel went on to study and complete the CPA Program in October, 2017.
On the 1st January, 2018 Rachel joined Shirley Green in forming a new company trading as Brackenbury Green & Owen.
Rachel assists clients in all areas of taxation and accounting, with her specialist area being Self Managed Superannuation Funds.
With four children, Rachel is very adept at time management, juggling part time work, family commitments, and the running of the business.
Darryl Green
Darryl has been with Neil Brackenbury & Associates, Brackenbury Green & Associates and now Brackenbury Green & Owen since September, 2001, having joined the team shortly after the introduction of the GST to provide assistance in this regard to clients.
Darryl's previous employment includes 27 years working for the Public Transport Commission and State Rail Authority where he undertook numerous clerical positions from office administration to customer relations duties.
At Brackenbury Green & Owen, Darryl's main areas of focus are assisting clients with GST management, coding of transactions and related queries.
Brianna Patterson
Brianna joined the firm in February, 2019 as a full-time Trainee Accountant, following completion of her Higher School Certificate at Quirindi High School.
Brianna completed a Certificate IV in Accounting & Bookkeeping at TAFE in February, 2021 and is now undertaking a Diploma in Accounting, externally at Monarch Institute. She has applied herself diligently to all tasks undertaken and is a valued member of the team.
Brianna received a Highly Commended in the 2021 NSW Training Awards for the Trainee of the Year. Brackenbury Green & Owen are extremely proud of Brianna's application to her studies and also on her outstanding achievements.
Brianna was born & raised in Werris Creek, where she continues to live with her family.
Chloe Turner
Chloe joined the firm in February, 2023 as a part-time junior accountant. Chloe is currently completing a Certificate IV in Accounting & Bookkeeping at TAFE; combining online study with working in the office three days per week.
Chloe brings with her over 10 years’ experience in office management and payroll, having previously been employed in numerous office administration roles within the allied health and aged care sectors.
Chloe was born and raised in Quirindi, where she continues to live with her husband and son.
Johan Quezada
Johan joined the firm in May, 2023 as a full-time accounting clerk. Johan studied and worked as an auditor in Chile, before moving to Australia in 2017. Once living in Australia, Johan went on to complete a Certificate IV in Accounting & Bookkeeping, then a Diploma in Accounting.
Johan has a passion for numbers, as well as years of experience using various accounting software programs from his time working as an auditor.
Johan lives in Quirindi with his wife and three young children, where he has become involved in the local sporting community and runs dance lessons.
Jill Hartin
Jill joined the Firm in February, 2001 as part of our administration team, and is now our office manager responsible for the day to day operations of the business. She is the first friendly face you see when you call into our office.
Having had over 20 years previous secretarial, banking and customer service experience, Jill is confident when assisting our clients both on the phone and in person. Jill has a sound knowledge and experience working with our computer systems, she manages appointments and assists with customer service.
Sonia Green
Sonia joined the Firm in February, 2019 as a part-time Administration Assistant. She has lived in the Spring Ridge area for more than 30 years and runs her own farming enterprise.
Sonia brings more than 10 years of experience in administration and bookkeeping, having previously worked for an accounting firm in Gunnedah, together with the practical experience achieved from being a business owner and maintaining her own books.
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