How We Evolved
We are Chartered Accountants and Business Advisors with commercial experience between us and specialist knowledge of the Construction and Property industries – combine this with a serious passion for business, we are really able to help our clients.
The Team
Here at Evolve we are fortunate to have a talented bunch of accountants and business advisors with a super strong set of skills and knowledge and a love for all things tax and business. What makes us unique is that we each share the same passion for helping our clients. We genuinely roll up our sleeves to get the job done and have our radars on, which means we have a unique ability to see the future needs of our clients need and be proactive in providing solutions.
Anthony McIlroy 021 777 825
Partner – Business Advisor
anthony@evolveaccounting.co.nz
anthony@evolveaccounting.co.nz
As an experienced Chartered Accountant and Business Advisor, Anthony has a real passion for business success. With his experience across a number of industries he is often sought after for is commercially savvy advice in helping businesses with their growth and challenges.
Anthony is involved in a number of advisory boards assisting them with understanding the financial information, and setting strategic direction. When Anthony isn't advising businesses he is assisting the evolve team as a matter expert on tax matters.
Anthony McIlroy – Partner
Sarah McIlroy 021 432 009
Partner – Business Advisor
sarah@evolveaccounting.co.nz
sarah@evolveaccounting.co.nz
As a Business Advisor and Chartered Accountant, Sarah brings over 15 years of experience to the table. Wellington born and bred, Sarah made the move to study a Bachelor of Commerce in Canterbury followed by a Financial Accounting role in a large construction company. This commercial experience was invaluable, giving Sarah specialist construction accounting knowledge and skills. These skills were further complemented by a move into private practice, from where she was admitted into the New Zealand Institute of Chartered Accountants.
Sarah Mcllroy - Partner
Teresa Long
Client Service Manager
With an eye for detail and an understanding of business, Teresa brings a unique set of skills to the team. From a background working in Chartered Accounting practices and helping clients from various industries, to roles working in business in various Management positions (including real estate), this has given Teresa the edge understanding our clients’ needs. Teresa believes these roles have provided her with the expertise to really listen and work with clients. Based in Tauranga, Teresa is an integral part of the Evolve Accounting team and is a key driving force in ensuring as a team we are meeting our clients’ needs and expectations.
Teresa Long – Client Service Manager
Danjelle McKay
Accountant
Danjelle joined the team bringing with her expertise in various accounting roles. It all began with working within the commercial world of Super Motorcycles, to eventually working for chartered accounting firms over the past 10 years. Moving back home to New Zealand after spending 12 years in the UK, Danjelle is a local, growing up in the west and now returning to her hometown. When not buried in books and finances, Danjelle enjoys spending time outside with her family doing various sporting activities. The kids keeping her busy, from Kumeu rugby, to horse riding and ice hockey, there’s never a dull moment.
Danjelle McKay – Accountant
Debra Green
Accountant
Debra joins the Evolve team with an impressive 20 years experience working in chartered accountant practices, and has been working locally for the past 11 years. Originally from Pukekohe, Debra made the move out West when she met her husband Mark, and they now have a son, Carter. Debra's hobbies include running, touch rugby, keeping active and being outdoors. She enjoys spending time with family, mainly watching her son play sports such as rugby, touch & hockey.
Debra Green - Accountant
Louise Lowney
Administrator
Louise brings with her many years of administration experience, having worked in both London and Auckland as a Personal Assistant, Finance Administrator, and Customer Service Coordinator. Louise is a long-time resident of the North Shore, where she now lives with her Irish husband Ciaran, who is a souvenir from her OE in London and with their teenage son Sean. When Louise is not decluttering or organising things at home, she can be found colouring in, dining out, or travelling. Louise also has a keen interest in the property industry and loves looking at houses, much to the displeasure of her husband.
Louise Lowney – Administrator
Charlie – Head of PR
Meet Charlie, from time to time you might be fortunate enough to bump into Charlie. With an extensive background in public relations, Charlie is skilled in knowing how to support the team and boost morale. His motto is "to go the extra mile" and not just with his walk, but also in helping our clients.
Charlie – Head of PR
Anthony McIlroy
Partner – Business Advisor
anthony@evolveaccounting.co.nz
anthony@evolveaccounting.co.nz
With a passion for business success, this is Anthony’s drive and focus. A lot of Anthonys time is devoted to helping businesses going through change and growth. Having worked with businesses across a variety of industries as an advisor has given him real insight into what makes a business tick which he enjoys sharing with others. He is involved on a number of advisory boards for businesses seeking his diverse input. When he's not assisting businesses on strategy matters he provides technical tax support to the team at Evolve.
Anthony McIlroy – Partner
Sarah McIlroy
Partner – Business Advisor
sarah@evolveaccounting.co.nz
sarah@evolveaccounting.co.nz
As a Business Advisor and Chartered Accountant, Sarah brings over 15 years of experience to the table. Wellington born and bred, Sarah made the move to study a Bachelor of Commerce in Canterbury followed by a Financial Accounting role in a large construction company. This commercial experience was invaluable, giving Sarah specialist construction accounting knowledge and skills. These skills were further complemented by a move into private practice, from where she was admitted into the New Zealand Institute of Chartered Accountants.
Sarah McIlroy – Partner
Teresa Long
With an eye for detail and an understanding of business, Teresa brings a unique set of skills to the team. From a background working in Chartered Accounting practices and helping clients from various industries, to roles working in business in various Management positions (including real estate), this has given Teresa the edge understanding our clients’ needs. Teresa believes these roles have provided her with the expertise to really listen and work with clients. Based in Tauranga, Teresa is an integral part of the Evolve Accounting team and is a key driving force in ensuring as a team we are meeting our clients’ needs and expectations.
Teresa Long – Client Service Manager
Danjelle McKay
Danjelle joined the team bringing with her expertise in various accounting roles. It all began with working within the commercial world of Super Motorcycles, to eventually working for chartered accounting firms over the past 10 years. Moving back home to New Zealand after spending 12 years in the UK, Danjelle is a local, growing up in the west and now returning to her hometown. When not buried in books and finances, Danjelle enjoys spending time outside with her family doing various sporting activities. The kids keeping her busy, from Kumeu rugby, to horse riding and ice hockey, there’s never a dull moment.
Danjelle McKay - Accountant
Debra Green
Debra joins the Evolve team with an impressive 20 years experience working in chartered accountant practices, and has been working locally for the past 11 years. Originally from Pukekohe, Debra made the move out West when she met her husband Mark, and they now have a son, Carter. Debra's hobbies include running, touch rugby, keeping active and being outdoors. She enjoys spending time with family, mainly watching her son play sports such as rugby, touch & hockey.
Debra Green - Accountant
Meet Charlie, from time to time you might be fortunate enough to bump into Charlie. With an extensive background in public relations, Charlie is skilled in knowing how to support the team and boost morale. He loves dealing with a variety of people and always goes the extra mile for his clients as customer services is very important to him.
Charlie - Head of PR
Louise Lowney
Louise brings with her many years of administration experience, having worked in both London and Auckland as a Personal Assistant, Finance Administrator, and Customer Service Coordinator. Louise is a long-time resident of the North Shore, where she now lives with her Irish husband Ciaran, who is a souvenir from her OE in London and with their teenage son Sean. When Louise is not decluttering or organising things at home, she can be found colouring in, dining out, or travelling. Louise also has a keen interest in the property industry and loves looking at houses, much to the displeasure of her husband.