At WLM Financial, we have a near three-decade track record of helping people manage and grow their money. By combining accounting and financial planning under one roof, we create simpler and more robust ways to manage money that boost the possibilities of your unique financial situation.
Regardless of age and whether you’re a business owner, employee or living from savings, we’re ready to help you create a better future.
We take a holistic approach to accounting, tax and wealth management. Doing so can be financially beneficial and provides peace of mind. You’ll have confidence knowing that every part of your financial life is well managed.
We call it Wealth Oneness.
Over nearly three decades of delivering outstanding client results, we’ve been fuelled by a consistent set of shared values.
We are enthusiastic team players who demonstrate accountability and support others.
We are proactive problem solvers, with empathy and a curiosity to learn and grow.
We get to know our peers, show appreciation, get involved in interesting work, and make our workplace a fun place to be.
We demonstrate to our clients why it’s better to have a holistic approach to managing money.
Long before the current firm launched in 2005, several of our founding directors met and started to collaborate.
We referred one another clients, pooled resources, shared ideas and ultimately transformed our clients’
wealth-bases in that time.
Senior WLM director Geoff Walker and his business partner open the doors of Walker Laanemaar Chartered Accounting. Their clients gain direct access to a highly experienced team, having experience at major accounting firms in Australia and abroad.
Two of our other founding directors open their separate consultancies: financial planners Laura Menschik with her Millennium Financial Planning, and Matthew Walker with Danebury Financial Group. Close to a decade of collaboration follow between the three firms, thanks largely to a shared philosophy on wealth-building and client care.
The multidisciplinary WLM Financial of today is established, delivering its clients the combined power of accounting services and financial planning under the one roof.
With a growing team, new technology uptake and solid commitment to our original values, WLM is a name to watch in the accounting and financial services sector.
We believe in handshakes. We like meeting people. We’re big on deep listening, and we’re set on meeting real needs.
Meet the leadership team that works together to guide the shape of every client account.
You’re probably an ambitious person looking for the answers to financial questions with life-changing implications. If so, you’ll fit right in.
Our clients aim to achieve the best possible financial result, starting from where they are now and with an eye on where they want to be. From business owners to executives and employees. Individuals, families, empty nesters. People at all stages of life and work.
You can browse some of their testimonials below.
Certified Practicing Accountant (Fellow) / Chartered Accountant, MBA (Financial Planning) / Registered Tax Agent / GAICD (Graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors)
There’s never a dull moment in the world of accounting and finance, whether it’s market shocks or changing governments – and that volatility will always be exciting to this director. Amanda Rogers has earned an impressive number of qualifications over the years, training first as an accountant and CPA before completing a high-scoring MBA, which won her a prestigious Zonta award.
However, it’s the warm team dynamic and rewarding client work that Amanda values most at WLM. “We all help each other out, and have a culturally diverse workforce and an open-door management policy. It’s a place where people can thrive,” she says. Her work at WLM has included guiding numerous startups to growth, growth structures for medical professionals and medical practices, international branch accounting, business valuations and much more.
When not at work, Amanda supports the University of Technology Sydney’s MBA Women’s Network and is on the board of directors for Coast Community Connections, a registered charity delivering high quality services to young people, families, people with a disability and older people on the NSW Central Coast. She is active with her teenage children and their far-ranging mountain-biking or cheerleading ventures. She’s also a keen property investor, always on the lookout for her next purchase.
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Chartered Accountant / Chartered Tax Adviser / Registered Tax Agent
Growing up as one of six competitive boys in country Victoria and Canberra, Dan McGrath always knew that financial soundness and personal freedom went hand-in-hand. He was quick to get on the career ladder after studying commerce and accounting, with stints in London and Edinburgh working for KPMG, then at Walter Turnbull (now part of PwC) in Canberra, Melbourne and Sydney for 10 years before setting up his own practice.
In 2012, the team-minded Dan – a former first-grade rugby and AFL player – joined WLM Financial, where he is a director and instrumental lead in the accounting practice. Dan echoes the WLM philosophy of embracing new financial technology, and encouraging a long-term holistic mindset in clients. “For business owners, an accountant is often their only support in financial decision-making. That’s why we believe that accounting and finances should be planned as a whole,” Dan explains.
Outside of work, Dan is a keen AFL and rugby fan, weekend golfer and enjoys listening to podcasts when he can get a quiet moment from his two children. He’s known for his easygoing manner and quick, dry humour.
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Chartered Accountant / Chartered Tax Adviser
Having a career in business services spanning over 10 years and working with a wide variety of clients from various industries and with various investments, Charley notes” I joined WLM for its values that focus on great client service and its ability to provide a holistic approach to accounting and financial planning advice.” Since then, Charley has played an important hand in helping the firm to grow and expand the level of services offered.
As a dynamic leader at WLM and with a mind wired for seeing the positives in every situation, Charley encourages his team to collaborate, think critically and consider ideas that will create the best result for their clients. Charley utilises a partnership approach which ensures his clients feel that he is invested in their business and wants them to succeed. “I believe that every time I deal with a client, I am going on a journey with them which gives me a sense of fulfilment.”
Chartered Accountant
Always being a numbers person and motivated by solving challenging problems, James set his sights on building a career in accounting from an early age. Following the completion of his Bachelor of commerce, majoring in accounting and finance, James was drawn to apply for a role at WLM for its unique approach of housing Accounting and Financial Planning, and the professional yet enjoyable work environment.
James quickly solidified his position at WLM, and grew to become an integral member of the team – known for his strong technical ability, streamlining processes, and helping to grow junior talent. James prides himself on being the go-to-man for his clients, and enjoys connecting with them on a personal level to provide a well-rounded service. He leads his high-performing team by providing an open, respectful and fun environment, where his witty banter doesn’t go astray.
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