Christopher Jeffrey

Manager - Ballarat

Christopher Jeffrey is a Manager in the Business Advisory division based in Ballarat.

With nine years of experience at RSM, Christopher has progressed from undergraduate accountant to manager and now advises middle-market and regional SMEs, high-net-worth individuals and privately owned businesses across a diverse range of industries.

He provides accounting, taxation and business advisory services, with particular expertise in property development, construction, engineering, family law and professional services. Known for his practical and commercially focused approach, Christopher helps clients navigate complex tax and cash flow challenges, delivering clear advice that supports confident decision-making, stronger financial management and sustainable business growth.

In his day-to-day advisory work, Christopher assists business owners with GST, income tax and fringe benefits tax obligations while helping them forecast cash flow, calculate employee charge-out rates and understand business break-even points. This enables clients to make more informed operational and financial decisions.

"I enjoy helping clients understand the numbers behind their business so they can make practical decisions with confidence. Seeing a business overcome challenges and achieve its goals is one of the most rewarding parts of my role."

Outside of work, Christopher enjoys playing AFL football, following the Richmond Tigers and the Philadelphia 76ers, and fitting in a round of golf whenever he can. Before starting his accounting career, he worked stacking shelves at Coles and making pizzas.

Solutions Christopher provides

SIGNIFICANT PROJECTS

Christopher has developed particular expertise advising property developers on taxation matters across projects of varying scale. His work has included supporting clients from small residential renovation investments through to large land development projects, helping them understand the tax implications of each stage and structure their affairs appropriately.
He has also worked with trade businesses to restructure their operations with a focus on tax minimisation and asset protection. By reviewing existing business structures and recommending practical changes, he has helped clients improve their long-term position while supporting future growth.

Professional associations

Member, Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CA ANZ)

Qualifications

Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting, Finance and Economics), Federation University
Graduate Diploma of Chartered Accounting, Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand
Xero Certified Advisor