Accountants &
Business Advisors
Thayamie Navaratne
Senior Accountant
Thayamie joined the BWA team in 2023 and is a provisional member of Chartered Accountants Australia New Zealand.
Thayamie has experience in preparing year-end Financial Statements and Tax Compliance for small to medium businesses, large family groups and individual clients.
A dedicated team member, Thayamie endeavors to develop strong relationships with her clients.
Qualification
Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting)

Cansu Yazici
Senior Accountant
Cansu is a highly skilled and detail-oriented Senior Accountant with over 8 years of professional experience specialising in local tax compliance, planning, and advisory services.
As a Certified Practising Accountant (CPA), Cansu has developed a reputation for delivering accurate financial solutions and strategic insights that help organisations optimize their tax obligations and ensure regulatory compliance.
Throughout her career, Cansu has worked with a diverse range of clients, including small businesses, corporations, and individual taxpayers.
Her expertise includes preparing and reviewing tax returns, resolving complex tax issues, and keeping up-to-date with ever-changing local tax laws. Cansu is committed to fostering strong client relationships through effective communication and a deep understanding of unique financial needs.
In addition to their professional achievements, Cansu is dedicated to mentoring junior accountants and contributing to their professional growth.
Qualification
Master of Accounting, CPA

Ravina Thapa
Accountant
Ravina joined the BWA team as an accountant and has over 5 years experience.
Having a strong willingness to learn, Ravina is a provisional member of CPA Australia.
Ravina is a dedicated employee who is passionate about solving a range of accounting problems and is motivated to deliver excellent service to all her clients.
Outside of work Ravina enjoys cooking, hiking and reading.
Qualification
Bachelor of Accounting

Craig Bruty
Accountant
Craig brings a wealth of experience and a unique skill set to the accounting profession, having joined the BWA Accountants team in 2024.
With a 10-year history in business operations and management, Craig owned and ran a Franchise before transitioning into accounting. His hands-on experience uniquely equips him to understand the financial intricacies and challenges faced by BWA clients.
Beyond the professional sphere, Craig has a passion for cultivating his veggie garden and when not immersed in numbers, he can be found passionately supporting the Collingwood Football Club.
Qualification
Bachelor of Commerce (Management, HR, Marketing)

Shannon Spiller
Accountant
Shannon joined BWA in 2024 as an accountant and is a qualified Certified Practising Accountant (CPA).
Over the last few years, Shannon has worked in the business services industry. She strives to be a team player and understands the importance of building good working relationships with clients and colleagues.
Outside of work, Shannon plays netball and enjoys supporting Richmond in the AFL and the Melbourne Vixens in the Suncorp Super Netball.
Qualification
Master of Professional Accounting, CPA