Ben exhibits a steadfast commitment to the success of our clients, our people and our firm. He specialises in consulting to many small to medium-sized businesses, which includes providing clients with management consulting services, cash flow analysis, tax planning, finance applications, business structuring advice and other general commercial advice.
As Managing Principal of Pitcher Partners Adelaide, Ben is responsible for the overall performance of the Firm. This includes overseeing the implementation of strategic objectives. Ben also heads the firm’s Superannuation division, which provides compliance and audit service to self-managed superannuation funds.
Ben prides himself on taking a “people first” approach to business. As a highly regarded business partner to many, Ben understands the diverse issues many organisations encounter – and that having access to the right professional advice is imperative to success. He also knows that sometimes business owners just want someone to talk to and bounce ideas off of. Without skipping a beat, Ben steps into gear by lending an open ear and chatting with his clients, offering practical solutions.
Ben has also been involved with a number of significant corporate transactions involving the purchase and sale of companies. He understands the complexities that come with corporate transactions, and works closely with his clients to ensure a smooth process. This has involved undertaking in-depth due diligence procedures and reporting to the client in regard to the findings.
Ben commenced work in private practice before joining Pitcher Partners Adelaide in 1997. He was admitted as Principal on 1 July 2003, eventually ascending to the position of Managing Principal in 2020.
Qualifications and memberships
- Bachelor of Economics (Accounting) – Flinders University of South Australia
- Graduate Diploma in Applied Finance and Investment
- Diploma in Financial Services
- Associate of Chartered Accountants Australia & New Zealand
- Graduate of the Institute of Company Directors