Shift focus to working on your business

Experience a comfortable, stress-free approach to business and taxation advice by dealing directly with the principals.

About Us

Who We Are

Experience a comfortable, stress-free approach to business and taxation advice by dealing directly with the principals.

In an ever-changing business environment, you need timely personalised service from an accounting practice that is not solely focused on income tax compliance. We have the experience and expertise to partner you in your business and guide you with real solutions.

We specialise in providing accounting and taxation advice in the medical & allied health, legal, and professional services sectors. We understand the pressures and demands of owning a business, and the different dynamics which affect the professions…

We seek to develop strong business relationships through regular contact and an understanding of your needs. We can monitor your progress, giving you piece of mind that your business is on track to success, leaving you to focus on your goals.

You will receive responsive attention when it is most important to you.

Our Services

What We Do

Riba Kasteel work closely with you to take control of the accounting and taxation issues affecting your business. We understand that you require responsive, professional advice that is relevant and useful to your circumstances.

Industry Specialisation

Detailed knowledge and specialist advice from professionals who understand the issues affecting your practice.

Services for Individuals

Experienced advice, for all occupations, sole traders, and investors, tailored to meet your needs.

Services for Business

Building a comprehensive understanding of your business and developing the best strategies and solutions for you.

Meet the principals

Bernard Kasteel

CA

Determined to provide his clients with solutions tailored to their individual needs, Bernard will assist you in developing ideas to advance your business.

With almost 20 years of experience in public practice, Bernard Kasteel has assisted and supported a broad range of clients with all aspects of their accounting and taxation requirements.

Throughout his career, Bernard has accumulated a wealth of knowledge and experience across several industries including medical & allied health, building & construction, and professional services.

With exposure to a wide range of businesses local and interstate, Bernard approaches each situation with an open mind and broad understanding of the issues impacting businesses today.

Bernard has developed a reputation for helping beyond expectations, and the ability to present simple answers to even the most difficult questions.

Determined to provide his clients with solutions tailored to their individual needs, Bernard will assist you in developing ideas to advance your business.

Sandy Riba

Affiliate CAANZ

Sandy has an edge when it comes to developing realistic solutions and business strategies to improve in-house efficiencies and processes.

Sandy Riba has almost 30 years’ experience in public practice, assisting business clients across a range of taxation, accounting, and business management matters.

Sandy has developed an expertise in the legal industry. She has assisted legal firms with their bookkeeping and accounting requirements for the length of her career.

Thanks to the depth of her experience, Sandy has an edge when it comes to developing realistic solutions and business strategies to improve in-house efficiencies and processes.

With a solid reputation for building and maintaining strong professional client relationships, Sandy is a diligent practitioner who tailors her approach to suit the requirements of every business client in her portfolio.

Sandy prides herself on being accessible and available to discuss the specific issues and concerns of her clients.

Testimonials

What our clients say

"I have received excellent service from Sandy, Bernard and the team at Riba Kasteel.This is an accounting firm which combines professional and accurate advice with friendly and accessible people. My accounting needs were dealt with promptly and thoroughly and nothing was too much trouble to fit around my busy schedule as both a professional and a working mother. The advice and the estimates given were correct and it was done right the first time. Thank you."

“I always started my year with good intentions and empty spreadsheets, committed to the idea of doing my books at the end of every month. And every single year, I left it all till the mad rush of tax time. Then I met Sandy. Now all that guilt and pressure is gone; the monthly accounts are done on time; I have my financial information at my fingertips, and I can get on with running my business. I wish I’d found you years ago!”

“A good accountant needs to treat your business as if it is their own. This is what Riba Kasteel do very well.”

“I would like to say thank you to Riba Kasteel (Bernard) for what they have done for our company Pack N Wrap we might not still have a business if it wasn't for RibaKasteel so thank you Bernard best move we ever made.”

“I have been a client of Riba Kasteel for many years now. The integrated bookkeeping/accounting services makes the process of data-entry, reporting and tax planning seamless and organised. I feel confident knowing that all of the systems are managed in one place by professionals that know my business intimately.”

"We have been working with Riba Kasteel since the inception of our business 5 years ago. Sandy, Bernard, and their team have been second to none. Never a question too hard to answer and always receptive to listening. Their knowledge covers all facets of business. We believe and trust Ribakasteel and have referred many other clients to them."

Xero Gold Partner

We are very excited to recommend Xero Accounting to our clients which we believe is a perfect fit for many businesses.