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Accounting Solutions

Our Accountants stay up-to-date on industry and technology trends ensuring compliance with tax, superannuation, and legislative changes. Our full range of services is tailored to suit your business needs and budget.

Key Services

Goods and Service Tax
Asset registers
Business plans
Management accounts
Financial position statements
Management & financial accounting
Taxation & compliance
Chart of accounts optimisation
Business Activity Statements
Instalment Activity Statements
Profit, loss, and forecasting
Financial modeling & feasibility studies

Bookkeeping Solutions

Our bookkeeping solutions are flexible and tailor-made to suit your needs. Here at ClarityNT, we are committed to taking a best practice approach that meets industry standards.

Key Services

Xero cloud accounting
Reconcile accounts
Process invoices, receipts & payments
Process other financial transactions
Manage accounting systems & data entry
Manage loans & debt repayments
Reconciliation reports
Debtor management
Payroll risk management
Provide relief staff
Microsoft Office training
MYOB training

Payroll Solutions

Our payroll solutions are flexible and tailor-made to suit your needs. Here at ClarityNT, we are committed to providing accurate and compliant payroll services that meet your business needs and legislative requirements.

Key Services

Processing of payroll & superannuation
Process end of financial year reports
Preparation of payslips
Accrual of leave & recording of leave taken
Relief payroll support
Flexible reporting for end-of-pay or end-of-month requirements
Termination & redundancy calculations
Single touch payroll reporting
Accounting policies, procedures & agreements

Claire Young

Managing Director

Claire is the Managing Director and Founder of ClarityNT in Alice Springs. She has been living in Alice Springs for over 11 years starting her career with Deloitte before taking on the challenge of Group Finance Manager for a group of companies based in Central Australia.

With extensive experience working with not-for-profit organisations, Claire understands the requirements and challenges of working with these corporations with she enjoys immensely. A significant aspect of our service is working closely with not-for-profit clients and helping them achieve both their financial and nonfinancial goals.

With a particular interest in streamlining processes within an organisation, Claire is always on the lookout for new software and applications that can help with operational efficiencies.

Claire is a Fellow Certified Practicing Accountant (FCPA), a Member of the Institute of Public Accountants (MIPA), a registered Tax Agent, and holds an Executive Certificate in Corporate Governance. Claire was a proud finalist in the 2007 Telstra Business Women of the Year Award for the Community and Government Sector. She was also a finalist in the 2007 Telstra Business Women of the Year Award for the Community and Government Sector.

Mark Keyworth

Manager Business & Advisory Services

Mark joined ClarityNT in 2014 as Manager of Business and Advisory Services. He is responsible for managing a portfolio of our larger clients, who are mostly Aboriginal Corporations. He brings an additional dimension to our team with his diverse experience. Originally from England, Mark is proud to call Australia home.

Over the course of his career, Mark spent 20 years working with Chartered Accounting firms around Australia. Arriving in Alice Springs in the ’90s, Mark worked as the Accountant for the Institute for Aboriginal Development (IAD), Central Australian Aboriginal Alcohol Programs Unit (CAAAPU), Property Manager for Nganampa Health, and as Municipal Services Officer for Kanpi and Nyapari homeland communities on APY Lands. Mark has lived in homeland communities on the APY Lands for years where he became semi-fluent in the Pitjantjatjara language.

Mark is passionate about working for Aboriginal Corporations and not-for-profit organisations. He has comprehensive knowledge of the CATSI Act and the NT Associations Act and believes the key for organisations to meet their goals is good Governance and Financial Systems.

Mark initially obtained management, communication, and report writing skills whilst working for Insolvency Practitioners in NSW and SA. More recently, he has prepared a considerable number of Business Plans, and other similar plans and reports for numerous businesses and organisations.

When he’s not at work you can find him watching Rugby Union, the Tour de France, or enjoying the great outdoors.

Kim Cole

Client Accounts / Administration

Kim was born and raised in Alice Springs and recently relocated to Adelaide. She brings over 10 years of experience in the public accounting industry and holds a qualification in Business. Kim is passionate about technology, automation, and streamlining processes.

She began her journey with ClarityNT as an Administrator and later transitioned to the Client Accounts team, working remotely. Before joining ClarityNT, Kim gained valuable experience in a corporate finance setting as the Office Supervisor at the international organisation Williams Lea Tag, where she provided corporate business services to Deloitte in Alice Springs.

In her spare time, Kim enjoys hunting for vintage treasures at op shops and auctions, spending time with family, and unwinding with a good Netflix binge.

Lufen Cowham

Client Accounts

Lufen was born in Taiwan and moved to Alice Springs in 2010. She currently lives in Melbourne, where she works remotely.

Lufen has six years of experience as a Business Manager with the Northern Territory Department of Education, supporting two town schools and five remote schools in the Alice Springs region. In the role, she was responsible for managing school finances, budgets, payroll, and administrative operations. In May 2025, Lufen joined ClarityNT as a Bookkeeper.

In her spare time, Lufen enjoys travelling both within Australia and overseas, listening to music, and watching Netflix.

Janet Curtis

Client Accounts

Janet forms part of the Client Accounts team at ClarityNT where she manages her own portfolio of clients. After spending over 24 years in the Territory, Janet is considered a long-term local.

She previously worked in the Tourism Industry for 22 years, gaining experience in accounts payable, payroll, and Purchasing. She spent over 12 years in Yulara where she worked for a large Indigenous Tourism Organisation before relocating to Alice Springs.

When she’s not busy at work, Janet enjoys binging Netflix, spending time with family, and is a crochet master!

Nicoletta Allen

Senior Accountant

Nicoletta is our Darwin-based Accountant who has come to us from the exciting world of BHP Billiton as a Business Performance and Reporting Superintendent. Previous to this role Nicoletta was a Client Manager with Deloitte working in both their Alice Springs and Darwin offices for over 10 years. With her 10 years in Public Practice and more recently 4 years of involvement as a global resource leader, Nicoletta brings a diverse skillset:

Management Accounting includes business planning, budgeting forecasting and process improvements
Governance and Internal Controls – development of structured processes/procedures and establishing monitoring and reporting of compliance
Fixed Asset management
Key Stakeholder Reporting both financial and non-financial
Taxation

Nicoletta is a member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants. In 2004 she won the Young Business and Professional Women (Australia) Award and the 2005 NT Finalist in the Telstra Business Women’s Awards for the Australian Government Private and Corporate Sector Award and Panasonic Young Business Women’s Award.

Calvin McAdams

Software Integrations

Calvin moved to Alice Springs in June of 2016 from Washington D.C. Prior to moving he oversaw the Financial Improvement and Audit Readiness Team for the United States Army where he was heavily involved in the development of internal controls and process improvement. Prior to his work with governmental accounting Calvin served for 5 years as an Infantry Officer in the U.S. Army and Calvin has also Completed the U.S. Army Financial Management Career course and served one tour as a Finance Officer overseeing all U.S Army Funding in Kosovo.

Calvin received his Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting from The Citadel, a Military University in the United States, and is scheduled to complete his Master’s in Forensic Accounting and Fraud Examination in 2020.

Deb Tidey

Client Accounts / Administration

Originally from Melbourne, Deb relocated to Alice Springs in 2022 with her teenage son. She brings over 15 years of experience in Administration, having worked across a variety of industries including Education, Allied Health, and Real Estate.

Deb has recently joined the team at ClarityNT, where she enjoys working in a supportive and community-focused environment.

Outside of work, Deb loves exploring the walking tracks around Alice Springs, spending time in the garden, and catching up with friends and family.

Marc van Mourik

Accountant

Marc works for Clarity NT as one of our remote accountants.

Marc completed his CPA in Melbourne whilst working in private practice offering business services and taxation advice, his role shifted in his time in Melbourne to become the CFO of a multinational company where he gained invaluable experience in the practical management and operations of a company.

Marc loves helping businesses succeed and grow, as well as enjoying meeting many different clients and trying to make “tax time” as stress-free as possible

When Marc is not working, he is enjoying exploring Australia with his wife

What is a financial health check?

A financial health check is a great way to take a look at your finances to make sure your business is on the right track and to consider your financial goals. It provides an overview of any gaps in your finances and puts a plan in to place to help improve the financial management of your organisation. The Health Check is an integral part of any organsiation throughout any stage of the business cycle, and it provides assurances to stakeholders as to the integrity of the organisation and its systems. This is also an opportunity for the organsiation to give confidence to funding agencies.

How we can help

One of the key aspects to operating a successful business, is to have a complete understanding about what your business does and doesn’t do so well. We can work with you to help you identify any areas of weakness, as well as areas of opportunity to ensure the financial future of your business stays on course. ClarityNT can help you reach your financial goals faster and smarter.

Joanne Harvie

Client Accounts

Joanne works for Clarity NT as one of our remote team members. She was raised in the NT and has lived in both Alice Springs and Darwin, but now lives on a farm with her young family in rural South Australia.

Joanne is passionate about helping clients reach their potential by providing accurate, reliable, and relevant information for their business. With over 19 years of experience in Bookkeeping and Office Management, she specializes in payroll, budgeting, and BAS compliance. Joanne has had a rural upbringing and has extensive knowledge and experience in agriculture, aviation, and not-for-profit sectors.

Joanne is a registered BAS Agent and has completed a university certificate in Business (Distinction) & certificate III in financial services.

Out of the office, she enjoys photography, reading, crochet, and she also likes working with the cows on the farm!

Alana Wakefield

Bookkeeper

Originally from Far North Queensland, Alana relocated to Alice Springs in 2016 and is happy to call the Red Centre home. She joined Clarity NT as a Bookkeeper in 2021.

Alana has experience in a variety of finance functions across multiple industries, including health, agriculture, and local government. She has also completed a Bachelor of Commerce, with dual accounting & finance majors.

In her spare time, Alana enjoys exploring the NT with her husband Sam, gardening, and renovating their new home.

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Gina Verkh

Senior Accountant

Gina lives in Melbourne, and works remotely as a Senior Accountant for ClarityNT.

Gina commenced her Accounting career in 1995, subsequently completing KPMG Professional Year training, qualifying as a Chartered Accountant in 1999.

Gina has held roles as both a Senior Accountant and Manager to staff, specialising in business services, taxation, and superannuation. She has a vast range of experience, having worked with a wide variety of clients, from individuals up to large, high-wealth, multi-entity groups. Gina also enjoys guiding clients through the modernization of their manual record-keeping systems, teaching accounting software skills that enhance efficiency and productivity.

Gina temporarily ventured away from Accounting in 2007, taking a two-year hiatus to successfully establish an online retail store during the emerging stages of online shopping. This unique experience, together with her Mental Health First Aid qualification, has equipped her with invaluable support skills and insights into the challenges faced by business clients, making her a relatable and empathetic resource in her role.

Mel Bennett

Senior Accountant

Mel was raised in Alice Springs and started her accounting career with Deloitte, where she completed the Chartered Accountant program in 2009. Since then, Mel has gained experience through holding a variety of different finance roles within sectors such as building and civil construction, local government, retail and not-for-profit.

In her downtime, Mel enjoys spending time with her family.

Ninoska Moya

Client Accounts / Administration

Ninoska was born in Chile and moved to Alice Springs in 2020. She is the Administrator at ClarityNT, where she is responsible for overseeing administration and IT support. On a mission to help streamline internal workflows, she is focused on improving automation through cloud-based apps and developing company policies and procedures.

Prior to taking on her role at ClarityNT, Ninoska gained experience in a prestigious bank in Chile in the back office.

In her spare time, she enjoys watching Netflix and exploring the outback.”

WHO WE ARE

WHAT WE DO

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“Our accountants not only provide a wealth of expert knowledge, but they also have a passion for numbers and a personality!”

MEET THE TEAM

Claire Young

Mark Keyworth

Mel Bennett

Gina Verkh

Marc van Mourik

Alana Wakefield

Joanne Harvie

Janet Curtis

Lufen Cowham

Ninoska Moya

Kim Cole

Deb Tidey