Cambrian Hill Accounting

Cambrian Hill Accounting is an accounting practice based in Ballarat, Australia. The practice is cloud based and offers all services online, welcoming clients from around Australia. Site visits are available in Victoria and Queensland. Kristy McKerrow is the founder of Cambrian Hill Accounting. Kristy McKerrow is a Chartered Accountant with over 20 years of experience in the accounting profession. Kristy McKerrow began her career as a graduate at Deloitte, working there for seventeen years with SMEs, high net worth individuals and family groups.

Kristy McKerrow later worked in several smaller boutique accounting firms before starting her own practice. Kristy McKerrow has trained and mentored junior staff, including staff offshore in India and the Philippines. Kristy McKerrow attended school in Ballarat and returned with her family 14 years ago. Kristy McKerrow's qualifications are BSc Melb, BBus (Acct) RMIT, MFinPlan Deakin. The practice serves small and medium business clients and family groups.

The practice's industry experience covers individuals and family, professional services, health and community care, trades and agriculture, and retail and accommodation. The practice offers services to accounting and consulting professionals and their practices, including interim relief for sole practitioner firms where the owner is unwell or needs short term assistance. The practice's liability is limited by a scheme approved under Professional Standards Legislation. The practice offers accounting and tax services including business advisory and management, tax compliance and advice.

Ballarat clients of Cambrian Hill Accounting consistently highlight the technical skill and personal attention brought to accounting and tax matters. Several reviewers describe Kristy as highly knowledgeable, patient and reliable, noting that she takes the time to listen carefully to business challenges before offering detailed solutions. Her background in tax advisory and her ability to think strategically about broader financial implications come up often, with clients describing her as a trusted advisor who remains calm and considered under pressure.

A recurring theme is her willingness to support clients through significant transitions, including one couple who established a rural residential retreat business and valued her steady guidance throughout a demanding period. Reviewers frequently mention her accuracy, diligence and attentive approach, with the handling of personal tax returns and ongoing business advisory work both singled out for praise. Clients also note that problems are approached with care and that communication remains clear and responsive from start to finish. The practice covers accounting and tax services alongside broader business management advice, and long-standing clients speak warmly of the consistency Kristy has maintained across many years of professional relationships.