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
Founder/CEO/Senior Accountant
Heather is an accounting software specialist with over 25 years’ experience. Starting the business in 1999, she has knowledge only time can teach.
- Accounting Software Extraordinaire
- Registered Tax Agent (82 822 007)
- XERO Silver Champion Partner
- Certified Pro Advisor (Advanced) with Quickbooks Online
- Partner with MYOB (and was a Certified Consultant for 15 years)
- Accredited Partner with Reckon
- Partner with EH Payroll, Dext, Hubdoc, and Tradify
- Has 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!
Heather says:
“Unlike many of our species, I love change. When something new comes up I relish it. To do the same thing day in day out is not for me. The thrill of learning and implementing new things is what makes me
thrive. I think that is why I love the work I have done for more than 25 years in my business.
In my spare time I am starting to explore my other passion, which is writing and also enjoy exploring the
beautiful South Coast of NSW, where I live, and just relaxing with friends.”
Chantelle Kennedy-Bremer
Client Manager/Bookkeeper
As the client manager at K.I.S., Chantelle is the go-to person for any questions, issue, or requests. She has been with us for 2 years, and is always happy to help.
Chantelle has a Bachelor of Arts, Degree (Film Production) and worked on the Block as an Editor. She also has a heap of qualifications (Diplomas and Cert 1V’s) in the area of Physiotherapy and Massage. She spent a number of years working in this field, and particularly loved her job teaching yoga to young children at school.
She is now a mum, and works from home for K.I.S. while looking after her beautiful little boy Charlie.
Our fantastic Contractors
Naomi Deacon
Naomi joined us in 2024 and has become a key team member of K.I.S. Accounting & Bookkeeping Professionals. She has a Ph.D. and a background in research. Utilising advanced data analytical skills and understanding she provides a unique service that you won’t find with other bookkeepers.
Raquel Corrie
One of our amazing bookkeepers, Raquel has been with us for over 10 years, and has over 25 years of experience in small business bookkeeping.
She has a Certificate in Accounting, and extensive experience in Quickbooks, Xero, Reckon and MYOB including Payroll. She also has experience in design and layout, and speaks Spanish
Raquel says:
“I love bookkeeping because tidy books make happy business owners (and happy bookkeepers!) and I enjoy bringing organisation to chaos.
If I’m not cheering on my boys at soccer, you’ll find me out walking my Cavoodle, Ronni”.
Carla McDonald
Carla is an Accountant with a difference. Her background as an Army Captain mixed with her Accounting qualifications, means her attention to detail, integrity and drive is beyond the ordinary. We love having Carla in our team…
Stephen Monte
Stephen is a motivated and hard working member Of the K.I.S. Team who has been with us for over 5 years.
Stephen has a Bachelor of Science (Management Accounting) as well as a Bachelor of Science (Accountancy). He ia a CPA & CMA (Certified Management Accountant), and has lots of experience in XERO, QuickBooks, MYOB and Reckon.
Stephen loves to learn and has grown in leaps and bounds since starting with us in 2020.
Prior to working with us Stephen worked as an Accountant for 3 years at a real estate company and as a Financial Analyst at an Insurance Company. He has also worked for a number of other Accounting and Bookkeeping firms.
For fun Stephen watches travel vlogs as he aspires to travel the world and experience as many cultures as possible.