Gabrielle Kells

Principal

Gabrielle is a Principal in RSM New Zealand's Accounting & Business Advisory practice and is passionate about providing high-quality service that business owners can trust.

With more than 20 years of experience as a Chartered Accountant, Gabrielle works closely with clients to understand their businesses, solve complex challenges and deliver practical solutions that create long-term value. She is committed to building trusted relationships and helping organisations navigate increasingly complex financial and regulatory environments.

Her extensive technical expertise, combined with a strong focus on client service, enables her to support businesses of all sizes, from privately owned companies through to large, multi-million-dollar enterprises. 

Experience

Gabrielle has over two decades of experience providing accounting, taxation and advisory services to a diverse range of organisations across New Zealand.

Throughout her career, she has developed significant expertise in complex accounting and taxation matters, supporting clients with technical reporting requirements, investment structures and financial management challenges. Her broad experience allows her to provide practical guidance while ensuring compliance with evolving accounting and taxation standards.

Gabrielle is particularly recognised for her technical knowledge and ability to translate complex issues into clear, actionable advice. 

Key Capabilities

• Accounting and Business Advisory – Providing practical advice to support business performance and growth.
• Investment Accounting and Taxation – Advising on foreign investments, managed funds and portfolio investments.
• Financial Arrangements – Supporting clients with complex financial reporting and taxation matters.
• International Financial Reporting – Assisting organisations with reporting requirements and compliance obligations.
• Group Reporting and Consolidations – Advising on group structures, reporting and consolidation processes.
• Tax Advisory – Providing guidance on a broad range of taxation matters.
• Technical Accounting Consultations – Supporting clients with complex accounting standards and interpretations.
• Best Practice and Compliance – Helping organisations implement robust financial processes and reporting frameworks. 

Leadership and Community

Gabrielle is known for her attention to detail, technical expertise and commitment to delivering exceptional client outcomes. She enjoys helping clients navigate complex accounting and taxation matters and takes pride in developing strong, long-standing relationships built on trust and reliability.

Clients value Gabrielle's ability to simplify technical issues and provide practical solutions that support informed decision-making and long-term success. 

Credentials

• Member, Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand