RACHAEL REEDY – Accounting

Rachael started at Walker Davey in March 2002. Originally from Marlborough she came to Christchurch to study, and is now a qualified Chartered Accountant. Working alongside Graeme with management reporting and project work takes up a large part of Rachael’s day.

Married to Warren withtheir daughters Emma and Lara, Rachael now calls Christchurch home. Rachael enjoys spending her spare time playing hockey, cycling, and dabbles in a bit of running, if you can call completing a couple of half marathons, dabbling.

DARREN HAYWARD – Accounting

Darren started as an Accounting Graduate in March 2001 after graduating from Canterbury University and continued on to qualify as a Chartered Accountant. Most of Darren’s time is spent producing monthly management reports, projections and carrying out project work for both John Hendry and Simon Abbot.

He is the odd one out when it comes to rugby in our office - as he prefers rugby league to union. Darren is currently the treasurer of the Halswell Rugby League Club.

JAMIE HARKERRS – Accounting

Jamie started at Walker Davey in March 2011 after graduating from the University of Canterbury with a Bachelor of Commerce, majoring in Accounting.

Born and raised in Christchurch, her spare time is spent playing netball, horse riding, travelling and watching a variety of sports.

SAM CARSON – Accounting

Sam has been employed with Walker Davey since March 2004. He has a Commerce Degree in Accounting and Economics from the University of Canterbury.

A keen student of the outdoors, on weekends you are likely to find Sam enjoying the snow at Mt Hutt, in the surf at Taylors Mistake or running around the Port Hills.

TRISTAN WEBSTER - Accounting

Tristan started at Walker Davey in March 2007, after working and studying in windy Wellington.

Originally from Marlborough, Tristan graduated from Victoria University with a BCA, majoring in Accounting, Electronic Commerce and Commercial Law, and in 2008 he became a fully qualified Chartered Accountant. He has a keen knowledge in computer systems and MYOB software.

Tristan has a strong interest in motorcycling, motor sports & mountain biking. He will often be found on his mountain bike in the Port Hills or on his motorcycle on the road to Akaroa.

SHASHIL GOVIND – Accounting

Born and raised in Christchurch, Shashil graduated from the University of Canterbury with a Bachelor of Commerce majoring in Accountancy plus a Bachelor of Arts majoring in Political Science. He has been fully qualified as a Chartered Accountant since 2008.

A keen sportsman, he plays premier hockey for the Carlton Redcliffs club and during the off season plays golf and also enjoys watching a number of sports, in particular rugby, league and football.

KARL LLOYD– Accounting

Karl began at Walker Davey Ltd in March 2009 after graduating from Otago University with a Bachelor of Commerce majoring in Accounting and is now a qualified Chartered Accountant.

Originally from Alexandra, Karl has worked as a Trainee Accountant in Invercargill while studying part time towards his degree.

In his spare time, Karl enjoys fishing, waterskiing and camping at Lake Hawea. He also enjoys sports, mainly basketball and motor sport.

NIKKI LESTER – Accounting

Nikki started at Walker Davey Ltd in March 2007 after working for a smaller accounting firm for several years.

She has completed a NZ Diploma of Business and Diploma of Management as well as recently gaining her Accounting Technician qualification.

When not at work, or busy transporting her children to their various sporting activities, Nikki enjoys mountain biking, walking and reading.

BLAIR ARCHER – Accounting

Blair began working for Walker Davey in March 2007 after graduating from the University of Canterbury. He studied there for 5 years completing a Bachelor of Commerce majoring in Accounting as well as a Bachelor of Arts majoring in Geography and is now a fully qualified Chartered Accountant.

When Blair is not at work, he enjoys spending time with friends and following sports, in particular rugby league, football and cricket.

NICOLE COLLINS – Accounting

Nicole having started at Walker Davey Ltd as the Office Junior has now progressed within the firm to be an Accountant.

In conjunction with the practical side of accounting Nicole is currently studying for her Diploma in Accounting. This doesn’t leave much free time, but when she has some Nicole enjoys socialising, travelling and spending time with her family.

Nicole is also a keen sportsperson and participates in sports such as touch rugby, tennis, netball and jet skiing.

NICK KEENAN – Accounting

Nick started at Walker Davey Ltd in March 2008 after completing a Bachelor of Commerce majoring in Accountancy at the University of Canterbury and is now a fully qualified Chartered Accountant.

Originally from Blenheim, he is a keen golfer and enjoys watching most sports, in particular rugby, cricket and motor sports. He also enjoys getting out every now and then for a bit of hunting and fishing.

LAUREN SAWTELL – Accounting

Lauren started at Walker Davey Ltd in May 2010 after completing a Bachelor of Commerce majoring in Accountancy at the University of Canterbury and is now working towards becoming a Chartered Accountant.

Born and raised in Christchurch, in her spare time she enjoys travelling, hiking and camping.