Our Team Members


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Adam Mantell

Adam is a Director and Chartered Accountant, and a member of Chartered Accountants Australia & New Zealand. He specialises in helping business owners achieve both financial success and peace of mind, pairing technical expertise with strategic guidance.


Adam is strongly driven by the value of Confidence. For him, it’s about instilling trust — ensuring clients and colleagues feel assured in their decisions, knowing their financial future is in safe hands.


When he’s not advising clients, Adam enjoys playing and coaching hockey, bringing the same team spirit and leadership from the field into the firm.


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Jamie Rudd

Jamie is a Director, Chartered Accountant, and Registered Tax Agent with deep expertise in business advisory. He thrives on helping clients navigate complex tax landscapes while also building strategies that drive sustainable success. Jamie is known for making accounting practical, approachable, and effective.


For Jamie, the value of Efficiency is key. He consistently works to improve systems and processes, giving clients solutions that save them time and simplify their financial lives.


Outside the firm, Jamie devotes his energy to kids’ sports and hands-on construction projects around his home. These pursuits reflect his practical mindset and commitment to family.


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Brenden Harris

Brenden is a Senior Manager and CPA with degrees in e-Commerce and Business Communication. With over 18 years of experience, he excels in helping clients build sustainable businesses while also guiding teams through complex accounting challenges. Brenden particularly enjoys solving problems that balance compliance with long-term growth.


For Brenden, the value of Growth defines his work. He has consistently expanded his expertise while helping clients scale their businesses, ensuring their financial systems support their ambitions.


Away from the office, Brenden values time with his wife and children. Hiking and camping are family favourites, giving him the chance to recharge outdoors.


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Briony Allan

Briony is a Manager with a Bachelor of Business and a Master of Professional Accounting. She is passionate about helping clients achieve outcomes that bring clarity and direction to their financial goals. Briony enjoys guiding clients through challenges and building solutions that inspire trust.


The value that defines her work is Confidence. Briony focuses on giving clients confidence in their decisions by delivering advice they can rely on, ensuring they feel supported every step of the way.


Away from the office, Briony helps run her family’s garden centre, Trevallan, where she combines her business acumen with a love of community.


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Tommy Tabib

Tommy is a Manager and Chartered Accountant who thrives in the dynamic and ever-changing world of accounting. He enjoys finding efficient solutions that allow clients to stay focused on what matters most.


Tommy’s chosen value is Efficiency. He recognises the importance of working smarter, streamlining processes to save clients time and resources without compromising on quality.


Outside the office, Tommy enjoys relaxing, which gives him the balance and focus to tackle challenges with fresh perspective during the workweek.


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Debbie Auld

Debbie is a Personal Assistant and Client Concierge with a Certificate III in Business Administration. She is known for her ability to streamline client experiences, making the process of working with Rudd Mantell smooth and reassuring. Debbie thrives on helping clients feel supported, whether it’s coordinating key information or ensuring timely communication.


The core value that resonates most with Debbie is Growth. After moving from hospitality into accounting, she’s continually sought new skills and responsibilities, proving that personal and professional growth go hand in hand.


Outside the office, Debbie is active and community-minded—she plays netball, watches AFL, and enjoys running. 



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Kirsty Yates

Kirsty is a Personal Assistant with a foundation in bookkeeping, accounting, and ATO knowledge. She has a knack for managing details with precision and enjoys making complex tasks easier for both colleagues and clients. Kirsty thrives when she’s smoothing out challenges and creating clarity in the everyday flow of business.


The value of Growth resonates most with Kirsty. She sees it not only as a professional target but as part of her everyday approach to learning and improving, both for herself and those she supports.


Outside the office, Kirsty’s life is full of energy and joy, whether she’s spending time with her children or enjoying the great outdoors.


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Charish Frecker

Charish is a Client Concierge with a Bachelor of Business in Marketing and HRM, currently working towards her CPA. She excels in client service and administration, always focused on creating positive experiences for those she assists.


For Charish, the value of Growth is key. She believes in constantly developing herself while also supporting clients as they expand and achieve their goals.



When she’s not in the office, Charish enjoys experimenting in the kitchen and is especially fond of Italian food.


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Annie Huynh

Annie   is a Senior Accountant and Chartered Accountant who specialises in guiding clients through compliance and advisory needs with care and clarity. She thrives on turning complex accounting tasks into solutions that help clients feel supported and confident.


The value that speaks most to Annie is Growth. She has built her career on continually developing her skills and knowledge, ensuring that clients benefit from advice grounded in both technical expertise and real-world experience.


When she’s not working with numbers, Annie spends most of her time with her family, making the most of the balance between professional and personal life.


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Amber Sagar

Amber is an Accountant with a BBA in Finance and a Master’s in Professional Accounting. He enjoys problem-solving and using his skills to provide clients with accurate, meaningful results that make their financial lives easier.


Amber is most aligned with the value of Growth. He is always looking for ways to expand his knowledge, and he embraces challenges as opportunities to improve himself while delivering better outcomes for clients.



Outside of work, Amber loves spending time with friends, playing games, and staying active. This balance helps him bring fresh energy to his role.


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Vy Van Vo

Vy is a Graduate Accountant with a Bachelor of Business in Accounting. He brings fresh perspective and enthusiasm to the team, particularly when handling diverse tax jobs and learning through new challenges.


Vy’s core value is Growth. He recalls developing his skills through a complex tax engagement that stretched his abilities, proving that perseverance leads to progress.



Beyond accounting, Vy enjoys listening to podcasts, watching UFC, reading, and playing chess — activities that challenge his thinking both strategically and creatively.


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Amanda Woodward

Amamda is an Admin Manager and Commissioner for Declarations (C Dec). She is dedicated to keeping systems organised and teams supported, ensuring the firm runs smoothly behind the scenes.


The value that resonates most with Amanda is Confidence. She believes that clear communication and structured processes help both clients and colleagues feel assured every step of the way.


Outside of work, Amanda enjoys spending time outdoors and travelling with her family. People are often surprised to learn that she has never had a passport and has never left Australia.


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Melanie Knyn

Melanie   is an Administration Assistant and Bookkeeper who ensures client records are accurate and up to date. With a background in retail, she is highly responsive and client-focused, making sure every detail is handled with care.


Melanie connects most strongly with the value of Efficiency. She works hard to keep clients on track by ensuring tasks are completed promptly and processes run smoothly.


Outside the office, Melanie enjoys exercising and yoga, alongside creative pursuits such as gaming and sewing. A fun fact: one of her sewing designs was once featured in a national publication.


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