An integrated advisory & accounting firm

HLB Mann Judd Sydney is a leading, award-winning advisory and chartered accounting firm. Formed in 1970, Mann Judd has grown to become one of Sydney’s most highly regarded ‘people-sized’ accounting practices. In 1998, the Mann Judd firms adopted the HLB prefix to reflect their affiliation with the HLB International global network.

HLB Sydney Services Matrix

How we work together

We are a viable alternative to the larger accounting firms with parallel expertise, but still with partners’ individual involvement… and a cost conscious fee structure. The bottom line always matters and so does the service.

Whether you are a CorporatePrivate or Family Business or an Individual, HLB Mann Judd Sydney can provide you with a comprehensive range of advisory and financial services in addition to the audit, accounting and taxation services that are core to our practice.

What we do

Corporate

In today’s rapidly changing business environment, corporate entities need assistance to grow, consolidate, sustain and succeed into the future. As your trusted advisers, we provide you with a safe pair of hands to help steer your organisation through its entire lifecycle – from start up to international expansion.

Our range of solutions are tailored to meet the unique requirements of each organisation. Some of the solutions we offer corporate entities include:

Private & family business

Private and family businesses are diverse, coming in all shapes and sizes, operating in many industries and across many locations. They play a vital role in Australia’s economy and workforce.

In a world of disruption we make sure your financial obligations are taken care of. We work with you to achieve your goals and look at the bigger picture with you, your management team and your family.

We offer private and family businesses the following solutions:

Individuals

By understanding our client’s personal circumstances and financial aspirations, we help to protect and maximise our client’s wealth through the provision of tailored solutions.

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Industry specialisations

We understand the risks, issues and opportunities facing your industry and take the time to get to know your business. We share valuable industry insights with you and offer a range of innovative solutions to help your business grow.

We have dedicated industry specialists for the following industries:

Serious about client service

HLB Sydney implemented the Net Promoter System in 2017 to continuously measure how well we are meeting client service expectations, demonstrating our commitment to regularly seeking feedback from every client we serve. Our feedback process is managed by Client Culture, an independent client experience firm, and professional services specialist. This process helps us identify opportunities to learn, adjust, adapt and improve our service where needed, ensuring we remain responsive in today’s rapidly changing business environment.

In response to the question – how likely are you to recommend us to others? – the average response from all clients was a pleasing 9 out of 10.

Leading Firm Badge 2024
Client Service Program Certification Badge 2024
HLB Mann has provided exceptional value on a professional level in providing advice and guidance to make our business more profitable.”
A culture of professional excellence and service that is at the core of HLB Mann Judd’s commitment to its clients.“
In the implementation of our strategic business plan great progress has been achieved with HLB Mann Judd’s continued focus and grasp on the challenges in our business and the wider business environment.”

Meet our leadership team

Leadership spotlight

Steve Grivas is the co-head of the Sydney Assurance & Advisory division and a member of the HLB Australasian Association Audit and Accounting Standards Committee. Steve specialises in financial services, funds & asset management, freight forwarding, real estate and building & construction.

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Careers

HLB Sydney Careers

Love your life at HLB

We are an integrated advisory and accounting firm. Our ‘one HLB’ approach ensures that we work together across the business divisions to provide the best solutions for our clients. We encourage client feedback and our culture is one that is always looking to innovate and improve. Our new office at Barangaroo has dedicated social spaces, a large open plan kitchen and foosball table!

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More about us

Creditor & Investor Information

Information for creditors and shareholders of HLB Mann Judd Sydney's current restructuring and insolvency appointments.

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The Exclusive Not for Profit (ENFP) Community

We are deeply committed to growing the sector. In 2010, HLB Mann Judd, in collaboration with the Commonwealth Bank, founded the ENFP Community.

The ENFP Community provides leaders with information and access to industry news and insights as well as opportunities to collaborate and network with their peers in the sector, both online or at events.

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HLB Community

HLB Community is aimed at enhancing and expanding current services of members by offering high quality services in areas outside the member firms’ normal field of expertise. The aim is to allow members to focus on core business, client relationships and new clients.

Membership of the HLB Community is complimentary and as a member you will have access to our expert knowledge and networks.

Contact Kim Kelloway to learn more.

Our latest insights

New income thresholds for concession cards

Seniors with up to $4 million in super and other investments may now be eligible for health concession cards.

The pros and cons of making downsizing contributions into superannuation

If you qualify to make a downsizer contribution into superannuation, the question becomes whether you should. We outline the pros and cons.

Under the ATO’s microscope

The ATO has outlined its key priorities for the 2024–2025 financial year, including accuracy, timeliness and CGT risks.

New income thresholds for senior's concession cards

New income thresholds for concession cards

Seniors with up to $4 million in super and other investments may now be eligible for health concession cards.

Acknowledgement

HLB Mann Judd acknowledges the Gadigal of the Eora Nation as the traditional custodians of which we operate and recognise their continuing connection to land, waters and culture.
We pay our respects to their Elders past, present and emerging.