Our team recently celebrated not just the close of another successful financial year but also the promotion of three new Partners and two new associates to our leadership team.
Congratulations again to Matt Edmonds, Nick Carter and Craig Semmler for making Partner. A further congratulations to Jared Corrigan and Aaron Milne for making Associate.
These promotions mark a proud milestone for each individual and together they bring over 70 years of combined experience to our leadership team. We are committed to our continued evolution as a firm and these promotions align with our goal of sustained growth.
Nick Carter
Nick’s journey with Cutcher & Neale began in 2005 as a Trainee Accountant. Today, he’s a trusted advisor within our Specialist Medical Services division, and now a new Partner.
Over the years, Nick has developed expertise in medical and dental accounting, supporting clients at every career stage. He’s also a key driver of our wealthstart program, guiding Doctors in Training and Graduate Dentists as they launch their financial journeys.
Nick’s ability to identify strategic opportunities for wealth creation, debt structuring, and practice planning has made him a valued advisor to both individuals and practices. As Partner, he looks forward to expanding that impact even further.
Matt Edmonds
Matt began his career in taxation and business advisory over 18 years ago and joined Cutcher & Neale’s Accounting and Taxation Services division in 2016. Since then, he’s played a key role in supporting clients across a wide range of industries, always with a focus on practical advice and long-term outcomes.
Matt’s approach is collaborative and holistic. He’s passionate about helping clients achieve both personal and business goals, whether that’s through strategic planning, aged care advice, or financial management.
Now, as a Partner, Matt is excited to continue providing clarity and confidence to clients while mentoring the next generation of advisors.
Craig Semmler
Craig joined Cutcher & Neale in 2014, bringing with him 7 years of experience across holistic financial planning and wealth management roles. With a Commerce degree and a suite of specialist qualifications, Craig offers tailored investment solutions designed to grow and protect wealth, while building trusted client relationships.
He believes investment portfolios should be built on transparency and flexibility, and works closely with clients to map out retirement goals, plan for the future, and constructs portfolios that align with client's personal risk tolerance to meet these lifestyle objectives.
His honest and reliable style, client first approach has made him a trusted source of insight in a fast-evolving financial world.
As a new Partner, Craig is proud to help lead a firm that values lasting relationships, practical advice, and results that clients value.
Jared Corrigan
Jared joined Cutcher & Neale in 2015 and has steadily built a reputation as a trusted advisor within our SME division. With a thorough understanding of business operations and financial reporting, Jared works closely with clients to deliver practical, forward-thinking advice.
Alongside his professional expertise, Jared is also deeply passionate about giving back. Through our partnership with First Nations Worthwhile Ventures, he’s helped businesses secure over $100,000 in grant and funding support, while also assisting with core business functions like Xero setup and training, BAS and financial statement preparation, and guidance on business planning and shareholder agreements.
Jared’s promotion to Associate recognises not just his technical capability, but his dedication to making a meaningful impact.
Aaron Milne
Aaron joined Cutcher & Neale in 2005 and has since become an integral part of our Business Systems team. With a strong foundation in accounting and a keen eye for operational efficiency, Aaron specialises in reviewing and implementing financial systems tailored to our clients’ unique needs. He’s particularly skilled in streamlining job costing, time capture, and work-in-progress management across service and manufacturing industries.
A confident communicator and trusted advisor, Aaron’s promotion to Associate recognises his expertise, unwavering dedication, and the real impact he delivers for our clients every day.
From a small firm in Newcastle to one of Australia’s top accounting and financial services firms, our success has always been driven by our people. With our new Melbourne location and 24 Partners across four east coast offices, our 10-year strategic growth plan is focused on innovation, expansion and staying true to what makes us different – a genuine commitment to helping our clients and our people thrive.
Our new Partners and Associates bring fresh energy, deep expertise and a shared vision for the future of our firm. We’re proud to have them shaping what’s next.