Tair Kuanyshev

Director - Melbourne

Tair Kuanyshev is a Director in the Melbourne Corporate Finance division.

Tair specialises in deal analytics, transaction support, financial modelling, and M&A advisory. Based in Melbourne and working across RSM offices in Perth and Sydney, Tair helps large corporates and middle-market clients extract deeper insights from their data to reduce deal risk and create lasting value.

As a trusted advisor to middle-market SMEs and large corporates, Tair specialises in deal analytics—leveraging advanced data modelling and reporting tools to reduce transaction risk, improve due diligence outcomes, and support long-term value creation. His approach combines commercial acumen with data-led decision-making, giving clients the clarity and confidence they need throughout the transaction lifecycle.

Before joining RSM, Tair gained extensive experience in the Big Four at EY and PwC, where he worked on high-impact deals across sectors such as technology, consumer products, hospitality, and education. His analytical expertise and deep industry understanding make him a valuable partner for organisations navigating the complexities of strategic acquisitions, business sales, and corporate restructuring.

Tair’s passion lies in solving data-driven challenges for clients—whether that’s building tailored financial models, delivering real-time KPI dashboards, or uncovering hidden revenue and margin opportunities during air has led numerous high-impact projects across a broad spectrum of industries, consistently delivering data-driven solutions that enhance decision-making and maximise transaction value.

One of Tair’s standout achievements includes preparing a leading carsharing company for a strategic exit by developing a customised, automated reporting tool. The solution provided real-time tracking of operational KPIs and improved data visibility for investors. By streamlining reporting and enhancing transparency, the business significantly accelerated its exit readiness, positioning it for a higher valuation and stronger stakeholder confidence.

In another key engagement, Tair led the transaction analytics for a multinational fashion retailer, where he consolidated and analysed financial, operational, and market data across multiple business units. His work uncovered new margin improvement opportunities and clarified the core revenue drivers, helping senior leadership better evaluate potential acquisitions and internal performance metrics.

Tair has also delivered strategic insights for clients in industrial products and packaging, using advanced modelling techniques and scenario analysis to guide decisions during buy-side and sell-side due diligence. His ability to connect commercial objectives with financial data has helped clients reduce deal risk, uncover hidden value, and move forward with clarity and confidence.

Whether it's preparing a mid-sized business for sale or providing insight into the viability of a potential acquisition, Tair consistently delivers actionable, analytics-led outcomes that drive smarter deal-making.

Outside of work, Tair is a semi-professional chess player, and enjoys applying strategic thinking both in business and on the board. He's also an avid sports enthusiast with a passion for football, tennis, and volleyball.

SOLUTION TAIR PROVIDES

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