burleigh waters · gold coast · since 2002
Our goal is to build a firm that changes the trajectory of people's lives.
Financial planning, finance, insurance and accounting under one roof, so every part of your financial life is working towards the same goals.
our promise
We give [connected advice] and [clear direction] to help you make progress towards your goals with [confidence and peace of mind.]
Led by Damien McKern, our team brings decades of combined experience across accounting, tax, advisory and financial planning, recognised multiple times as a BRW Top 100 Accounting Firm and a Top 4 Firm of the Year finalist at the Count National Conference.
We guide and educate our clients through life’s financial decisions, helping them to understand their choices and move forward with confidence. We invest in out people the same way. Our team are given opportunity to grow, lead and make a difference.
our values.
design.
Create what's next
- Bringing ideas forward
- Questioning constructively
- Experimenting and learning
- Looking ahead rather than simply reacting
engineer.
Make it work better
- Creating clarity and consistency
- Following agreed ways of working
- Fixing processes that don't work
- Finding efficiency without compromising the client experience
develop.
Never stop growing
- Listening before responding
- Sharing knowledge rather than guarding it
- Giving and receiving feedback
- Helping clients and colleagues become more capable and confident
rise.
Lead with heart
- Taking ownership
- Leading by example
- Doing things for the right reasons
- Showing empathy while still having difficult conversations
interconnect.
Everyone plays a part
- Getting involved
- Speaking up
- Helping outside your own lane when needed
- Owning both the problem and the solution
what we do
One team. One conversation.
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01Financial planning
Plan ahead and feel confident about your future.
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02Finance
Lending advice that fits your full financial picture, not just the loan.
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03Accounting & tax
Clear accounting and tax support for individuals and businesses, at every stage.
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what our clients say.
★★★★★ see all Google reviews · 4.3We have been clients of Damien McKern's for 20 years. Over the years we have found Damien and his staff have always given us excellent service — they are like family as they do care about us. The guidance and advice they have given us over the years in regards to our Tax, Investments and our Super has led us to a comfortable early retirement. We would highly recommend McKerns Associates.
Damien McKern and his professional team of associates have tended myself, my wife and daughter's financial affairs this past decade. Their service is above reproach, with the absolute best advice and outcomes, served through great staff and the most up to date tools at their disposal. I cannot recommend them highly enough.
McKern group have been outstanding to deal with for all our business and personal affairs along with providing excellent advice around protection. Damien & crew are friendly and easy to deal with. Highly recommended.
The people you call before making a big decision.
We are trusted financial advisors for individuals, families and business owners across the Gold Coast.
Whether it’s funding an adventure, growing a business, or having more time to teach your kids to ride a bike. We understand that business and personal finances are closely linked, and we're here to look out for both.
associations.
