David Sciacchitano
Principal
-16 years with ARA
- Bachelor of Business (Accounting Major)
- Dimploma of Accounting
- Certified Chartered Accountant
David joined Arthur Roe & Associates in 2008 as part of RMIT’s co-operative workplace initiative and after completing his degree with RMIT University was offered a full time position within the firm.
David has his Advanced Diploma of Accounting through RMIT Tafe, his Bachelor of Business (Accounting Major) through RMIT University and in December 2012 completed the Chartered Accounting Program (CA) through the Institute of Chartered Accounts.
David specialises in Taxation for individuals, Trusts, Companies and Self Managed Superannuation funds.
E: david@ar-associates.com.au
P: 03 9362 2134
Philip Leach
Principal
- 14 years with ARA
- Bachelor or Business (Professional Accountancy)
- Certified Chartered Accountant
Philip joined Arthur Roe and Associates in February 2010 as part of RMIT’s co-operative workplace initiative. After Graduating from RMIT University with a Bachelor of Business (Professional Accountancy) in November 2011, Phil was offered a full time position within the firm.
Phil specialises in the areas of Taxation, Audit, Bookkeeping and other service areas of the practice.
E: phil@ar-associates.com.au
P: 03 9362 2131
Eileen Kwan
Senior Accountant
- 11 years with ARA
- Bachelor of Commerce (Majoring in Accounting and Finance
- Certified Practicing Accountant
Eileen joined Arthur Roe & Associates since 2013. In 2008, Eileen completed her Bachelor of Commerce (Majoring in Accounting and Finance) degree at The University of Melbourne, gaining her CPA Certification in 2013.
Eileen specialises in Business Services and Taxation for all entities including individuals, companies, trusts and SMSFs, Payroll and Bookkeeping and has over eight years experience in the industry.
E: eileen@ar-associates.com.au
P: 03 9362 2122
Luke Demelis
Graduate Accountant
- 6 years with ARA
- Bachelor of Business (Accountancy)
Luke joined Arthur Roe and Associates in May 2018 as an Accounting graduate. Luke graduated with a Bachelor of Business (Accountancy) from RMIT in 2017.
Luke specialises in the areas of Taxation, Bookkeeping and other service areas of the practice.
E: luke@ar-associates.com.au
P: 03 9362 2120
Debbie King
Bookkeeping & Client Relations Manager
- Certificate IV in Accounting and Bookkeeping
- Xero Certified Advisor
- BAS Agent
Debbie joined ARA as a Senior Bookkeeper in May 2024. In 2023 Debbie graduated with the Certificate IV in Accounting and Bookkeeping from Swinburne University. Debbie has over 40 years exposure and experience in Bookkeeping, Payroll, Accounting and Client Relations in Australia and New Zealand.
Debbie specialises in Bookkeeping, Payroll and General Accounting.
E: debbie@ar-associates.com.au
P: 03 9362 2105
Riley McKay
Accountant
Riley joined Arthur Roe & Associates in November 2021 as part of RMIT's co-operative workplace initiative. Riley graduated with a Bachelor of Business (Professional Accountancy) from RMIT University in 2024.
Riley specialises in the areas of Taxation, Bookkeeping and other service areas of the practice.
E: riley@ar-associates.com.au
P: 03 9362 2110
Ian Aberin
Accountant
- Bachelor of Science in Accountancy
- Certified Public Accountant
Ian joined ARA, as one of our new Accountants, last November 2023. On May 2018, he gained his license as a Certified Public Accountant. He has exposure and experience in Accounting, Taxation and Audit Industry for various clients from different countries (Australia, New Zealand, United States, Singapore, and Hong kong).
Ian specializes in Bookkeeping, General Accounting, Taxation, and Self-Managed Superannuation Funds.
E: ian@ar-associates.com.au
P: 03 9349 4434
Alice Chen
Accountant
- 2 years with ARA
- Master of Management (Accounting)
- Certified Chartered Accountant
Alice joined Arthur Roe and Associates in Jan 2022 as an accountant. Alice graduated with a Master of Management (Accounting) from the University of Melbourne. In March 2023, Alice completed the Chartered Accounting Program (CA) and gained her certification.
Alice specializes in the areas of Taxation, Bookkeeping and other service areas of the practice.
E: alice@ar-associates.com.au
P: 03 9362 2104
Hanna Grace Baga
Accountant
- Bachelor of Science in Accountancy
Hanna joined ARA, as one of our new Accountants, last November 2023. She has exposure and experience in General Accounting, Audit, and Payroll from her previous job.
Hanna specializes in Bookkeeping, General Accounting, Taxation, Payroll and Self-Managed Superannuation Funds.
E: hanna@ar-associates.com.au
P: 03 9349 4434