Our Team
James Wood | Principal
James Wood is owner and Executive Director of Higgins Wood & Associates, and has been principal in practice for many years. His professional career has included senior management roles in large corporations in Australia and overseas. They have been in hospitality and higher education in Qld and NSW, as well as experience in owning and operating a number of small businesses in Qld and NSW.
Stephanie Keim
Stephanie holds a Bachelor of Commerce, is CPA qualified and has worked in the Accounting profession for over 25 years. She commenced working at Higgins Wood & Associates in mid 2015. Her experience is extensive and includes partnerships, trusts, management and financial reporting and analysis for companies, superannuation funds, the provision of audit material, publication of the Annual Report and related ASX reporting requirements.
Jacqueline Ross J.P. (Qual.)
Jacqui holds a Commerce degree majoring in Accounting and is also a Justice of the Peace (Qualified). She commenced working at Higgins Wood & Associates in 2013 and has sound knowledge of business, the needs of rural clients, budgets, family trusts and financial affairs.
Elliot Wood
Elliot Wood commenced working at Higgins Wood & Associates in 2016. He holds a Bachelor of Science and a Graduate Diploma of Business. He is also continuing postgraduate studies specific to the Accounting profession. His specific experience and skills are in IT and Marketing and he also contributes to general taxation related duties as required.
Raelene Cooper
Raelene Cooper commenced at Higgins Wood & Associates in 2018. She will complete her Bachelor of Commerce, majoring in Accounting and Finance in 2020. Raelene holds a Diploma in Business Administration and Arts. Her specific duties are in Bookkeeping, Xero, Payroll, Audit and general taxation.
Amanda Rubeseaame
Amanda Rubeseaame commenced at Higgins Wood & Associates in 2011 as a Receptionist and Administration Officer.