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Matthew Barrett

Partner, Audit and Assurance

Canberra, ACT

Contact details
+61 2 6279 5400

About

After a successful early career in aviation, Matthew Barrett commenced his professional career in audit. Since joining Nexia Canberra in 2019, Matthew has progressed rapidly through the firm and is now a Partner in the Audit and Assurance division.

Experience

Matthew specialises in the provision of external audit services to a broad range of clients, including large and small proprietary companies, not‑for‑profit organisations, and national umbrella bodies. He has been responsible for the audits of a number of significant organisations, including Ageing Australia, the Australian Pharmacy Council, eWater Limited, Housing Industry Association Limited, YMCA Canberra Region, and Woden Community Service.

Matthew has led complex audit engagements across a variety of regulatory environments, ensuring compliance with statutory and regulatory frameworks while delivering insights to strengthen governance, risk management, and financial reporting outcomes. His experience includes advising on accounting standards, regulatory compliance, and organisational risk matters for entities operating in complex and highly regulated environments.

In addition to his audit and assurance work, Matthew has a strong interest in sustainability and ESG reporting. He has been actively involved in Nexia Australia’s Sustainability and ESG group since its inception and brings his assurance experience to this evolving area, particularly in relation to reporting frameworks, governance, systems and controls, and the quality and reliability of reported information. Matthew has undertaken targeted professional development in climate-related disclosures and carbon accounting, complementing his existing audit and financial reporting expertise.

Matthew has developed a strong reputation for building trusted, long‑term client relationships through a professional, collaborative, and solutions‑focused working style. He is valued for his clear communication and constructive approach, delivering high‑quality outcomes while maintaining a strong commitment to service excellence, professional standards, and supporting organisations that play an important role across industry and the broader community.

Qualifications

  • Registered Company Auditor
  • Member of Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand
  • Certificate in Climate-related Disclosures, Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand
  • Designated External Examiner – Law Society of the ACT
  • Designated External Examiner – Law Society of NSW
  • Bachelor of Accounting, University of South Australia
  • Diploma of Financial Planning

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