Our Vision

Keeping it Simple…

…To give small to medium business owners time. We understand time is a rarity in business. And we understand your time is better spent focusing on your passion and your business.

We are here to take away the complexities of bookkeeping, compliance, and accounting.

We are your translators in business. Helping you understand your financial position, and giving you independance to make confident decisions.

The K.I.S. Team

Heather Kennedy

Heather Kennedy

Founder/Senior Accountant

Heather Kennedy is the owner and manager of K.I.S. Accounting & Bookkeeping Professionals. She is an accounting software specialist with over 20 years’ experience. Starting the business in 1999 before GST came in, she has knowledge only time can teach. 

  • Registered Tax Agent (82 822 007)
  • XERO Bronze Champion Partner
  • Certified Pro Advisor (Elite) with Quickbooks Online
  • Partner with MYOB (and was a Certified Consultant for 15 years)
  • Accredited Partner with Reckon
  • Partner with Keypay, Tsheets, Hubdoc, and Tradify
  • Worked with thousands of clients in numberous industries. Including but not limited to; Not-For-Profit, Retail, Service, Restaraunt, Construction, Importing & Exporting, Manufacturing, Medical, Real Estate, Training, and more!
Vesper Chalmers

Vesper Chalmers

Client Manager/Bookkeeper

As the client manager at K.I.S., Vesper is the go-to person for any questions, issue, or requests. She has been with us for over 4 years, and is always happy to help.

  • Diploma of Accounting
  • Certificate IV in Business
  • Certified Pro Advisor with QuickBooks Online
  • Xero Advisor Certified

Our Lovely Contractors

Tony Bruning

With the team for over 15 years, Tony provides a unique insight to accounting. He has a Bachelor of Commerce, and enjoys travelling between preparing tax returns.

Raquel Corrie

One of our amazing bookkeepers, Raquel has been with us for over 3 years. She has a Certificate IV in Accounting, and provides on-site bookkeeping and remote services. 

Brenton Chivers

With plenty of knowledge to go around, Brenton is a Certified Practicing Accountant, with a Bachelor of Business (Accounting), a Registered Tax Agent, and a Xero Partner. He has been working with us for over 3 years, and breeds labradors in his spare time. 

Stephen Monte

New to the team, Stephen is a motivated and hard working member that helps with a range of different services.

  • Bachelor of Science (Management Accounting)
  • Bachelor of Science (Accountancy)