David Ellis Director

David Ellis

David has over 20 years’ experience in public practice accounting, focusing on small to medium enterprises and not for profit entities. He provides insightful, pragmatic advice that draws on his own broad experience as well as that of the team at UHY Sothertons Adelaide. He makes a point of working hard to firstly understand his client and resolve their issues.

David grew up in the small business environment and is able to relate to the challenges of his clients. He is proactive and responsive, making him a trusted advisor for accounting, tax and superannuation issues.

He carefully considers how to tailor his advice to provide his clients with the best practical outcomes.

David is passionate about his working life and finds balance spending time with his wife and two daughters and playing tennis.

Specialist Areas

  • Medical practitioners and primary producers;

  • Accounting, taxation and business advice and planning;

  • Business structuring;

  • Superannuation and Self Managed Super Funds;

  • Not-For-Profits; and

  • Succession planning and transition.

Qualifications and Associations

  • Bachelor of Arts In Accountancy, University of South Australia

  • Affiliate Member, Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand

  • Certified Practicing Accountant (CPA)

  • Chartered Tax Adviser, Taxation Institute of Australia

  • Registered Tax Agent