As the lead audit engagement Partner of Hardwickes, Jim offers extensive audit and assurance expertise a Chartered Accountant, CPA and Registered Company Auditor with more than 35 years’ experience in public practice from the second tier top 10 accounting networks. Jim has extensive knowledge, professional expertise, and has acquired his skills in a broad range of industries, working with organisations of all sizes including ASX listed entities, large Pty Ltd groups, family office, AFSL, unlisted public companies, ACNC and Not for Profits entities including registered charities. Jim also has specialist technical accounting expertise with the application of Australian Accounting Standards and financial reporting requirements in Australia providing advice on these requirements to clients. Jim also has extensive IPO audit experience auditing companies based in Australia and Southeast Asia for their application to list on the ASX. Jim also has extensive expertise in provide advice on internal controls, corporate governance, and risk management advice including the Mandatory Climate reporting and related assurance requirements.