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Poole Group Accountants & Business Advisers

Poole Group Accountants & Business Advisers

4.8(34 reviews)See reviews ↓·Sunshine Coast

About the company

Poole Group Accountants & Business Advisers was established in 1980, when founding partner Don Poole opened a small office in Mooloolaba. Don Poole has been in public practice since 1974. The firm is based on the Sunshine Coast and is one of the largest accounting and consulting firms in the region.

Partners include Neil Cooke, who has been in the accounting industry for almost 30 years and whose particular interest lies with sales and acquisitions and business advisory; David Darrant, who oversees the SMSF division; Craig McCulloch, who joined Poole Group as a Graduate in 1999 and became a Partner in 5 years, with a keen interest in the Building and Construction Industry; and Dale Trickett, who has been with Poole Group since 2007 and has a strong interest in the medical field.

Matthew Sukkarieh is Wealth Director and has over 20 years experience in the financial services and property industries. The firm offers tax and accounting, superannuation, business advisory, bookkeeping, property, audit, HR advice and support, and wealth advisory services, and has expertise in the property industry. Poole Group has a personal touch in business dealings and makes a conscious effort to be available for clients when they need.

What customers say

Based on genuine customer reviews

Poole Group Accountants & Business Advisers draws consistent praise from clients on the Sunshine Coast for the depth of expertise held across its team. Several reviewers describe long-standing relationships spanning a decade or more, noting that accountants including Dale, Adam Niemiec, Cara, Neil Cooke, Dave Darrant, Paul Lewty, Craig, Christine, Jolene, Cassy, Jenni, Jackie and Kristy Lee each bring specialist knowledge to their work. A recurring theme is the range of matters handled, encompassing general tax, self managed super funds, audit, bookkeeping, business and share advice and property related guidance, with reviewers highlighting the value of individual returns, family trusts and SMSF structures being managed together.

Communication is repeatedly commended, with clients noting that calls and emails are answered promptly and that meetings remain approachable while still achieving what is required. Small business owners mention that the accounting process is simplified and streamlined, freeing them to concentrate on other parts of their operations. Reviewers also point to proactive advice that has supported business growth and long-term financial planning. The willingness of senior staff to explain complex matters clearly, and to work collaboratively across disciplines, comes through as a defining characteristic of the service.

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Reviews

Reviews are taken from publicly available sources.

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Stephen Ball8 June 2026

Great accountants but terrible Financial Planners (Gave them 2 shots)was with them for 14 years and whilst the accounting side is very good lost a lot of money on my Super and when I cancelled their services would not return fees as I was tied in apparently. Thousands of money lost in Superannuation and when questioned they try the blame game and the hidden fees & services eat away at your nest egg.

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Bill Armadillo23 March 2026

I have been working with Dale, Neil, Craig and Cara for 10 years. More recently Jackie from audit. Brilliant accountants. Never put a foot wrong. Very efficient and excellent service.

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Peter Mills13 February 2026

The team at the Poole Group have been amazing in every way. They have provided quality advice and assistance to my partner and I. They are always happy to help and are quick to respond to emails. The level of service provided has been great. In particular, I would like to express my thanks to Jolene, Cassy and Jenni.

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Lauren Molloy25 August 2025

The team at Poole Group provide outstanding full-service support for both my business and personal needs. Dale Trickett has been an invaluable advisor, always swift with advice and generous with his time, while Kirsty and Chloe ensure payroll and BAS are handled with ease and efficiency. As a small business owner, I feel completely safe and supported in their hands, especially when receiving excellent HR advice and support from Dana. More recently we’ve been introduced to their Wealth division for financial advisory, which will be beneficial for my husband and I. Poole Group are friendly, approachable, organised, and always happy to take a call. Their efficiency and breadth of services make them an exceptional partner, and I couldn’t recommend them more highly.

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Andrew Staehr25 June 2025

After being dissatisfied with responses from my previous accountant we reached out to Neil Cooke. Having individual returns, a Family Trust and a SMSF, we wanted to know that my advisors had the experience to deal with my structure. After a phone discussion and one meeting with Neil and Kristy Lee, it became clear that our previous accountant had dropped the ball massively and was not proactive in helping us grow our wealth. Neil and Kristy explained the issues and provided solutions that will enable us to correct the past mistakes. They have also identified a way of recycling our debt to be able to pay off our bad debt and transform it into debt that will work for us. I feel much more confident that Poole Group will be proactive in helping us identify ways of growing our wealth. Hindsight is a wonderful thing but should have switched over years ago.

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Pumped on Property24 February 2025

Dale and the team at Poole are absolutely incredible. Dale has a wealth of business, share, super and property related knowledge and has helped our business and my family immensely. I would highly recommend anyone looking to take their business or family to the next level. 6/5 star service and outcomes.

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Brad Bluewolf Developments6 February 2025

We’ve been working with Poole for a while now, and we couldn't be happier with the service we’ve received! From the start, their team has been incredibly knowledgeable, professional, and responsive to all our needs. Whether it's tax planning, financial advice, or day-to-day accounting tasks, they've always been there to provide expert guidance and support. Their attention to detail and commitment to ensuring our financials are in top shape has made a significant impact on our business. We truly appreciate their proactive approach and how they make complicated matters easy to understand. We highly recommend Poole Group to anyone looking for reliable and trustworthy accounting services! 5 stars

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Contact
+61754379900www.poolegroup.com.auPoole Group, Level 1/8 Innovation Pkwy, Birtinya QLD 4575
Working hours
Monday08:30–17:00
Tuesday08:30–17:00
Wednesday08:30–17:00
Thursday08:30–17:00
Friday08:30–17:00
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed