Meet the Lucent Advisory Team

Rachael Turner

FOUNDER AND MANAGING DIRECTOR DIRECTOR OF CFO AND BUSINESS ADVISORY SERVICES

Rachael is Lucent Advisory’s Founder and Managing Director, leading a team of accounting, payroll and HR professionals who share her commitment to helping Australian businesses grow in sustainable and profitable ways. With more than two decades of finance and advisory experience, she specialises in strategic CFO services, management reporting and financial frameworks that give business owners clarity and confidence.

Rachael partners with leaders across SMEs, not-for-profits, medical and health practices, and service-based organisations. She takes a practical, forward-looking approach — helping clients understand their numbers, identify the drivers of performance and make informed decisions about the future. She is passionate about using technology to streamline financial operations and enhance visibility.

What Rachael enjoys most is working alongside business owners and leadership teams. She values long-term relationships built on trust and transparency, and takes pride in empowering clients to run stronger, more resilient organisations.

Rachael completed a Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting) at the University of Adelaide before building her career across both industry and practice. She later became a member of the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (CAANZ), bringing global professional recognition to her work.

FRASER BARRY

DIRECTOR, OUTSOURCED PAYROLL AND HR SERVICES

Fraser brings a strong foundation in customer service to his role at Lucent Advisory, applying exceptional communication, problem-solving and relationship-building skills to every engagement. With experience across complex project environments, he is skilled at bringing clarity, structure and stakeholder alignment to ensure successful outcomes for the clients he supports.

Fraser enjoys working closely with clients to understand their goals, overcome challenges and deliver solutions that create long-term value. He takes a client-centric approach grounded in transparent communication, measurable outcomes and building enduring partnerships based on trust and reliability.

Across his career, Fraser has developed a particular interest in emerging business technologies, operational efficiency and contemporary leadership practices — areas that continue to shape the practical, forward-looking guidance he provides. He has been part of the Lucent Advisory team for close to 12 years, contributing to a wide range of client engagements and internal initiatives.

Fraser completed a Bachelor of Commerce before undertaking an MBA to deepen his strategic and leadership capabilities. He later became a Certified Practising Accountant (CPA) and remains an active member of CPA Australia, continuing to strengthen the professional foundation he brings to his advisory work.

Sophie McDonald

MANAGER, TAXATION & COMPLIANCE SERVICES

Sophie brings more than 20 years of experience in taxation, compliance and advisory services. She supports SMEs, family groups, individuals and not-for-profit organisations with proactive, friendly and responsive guidance that helps them understand their tax obligations and financial position.

Her expertise includes income tax, GST, FBT, capital gains tax, business structuring, small business concessions and strategic tax planning — particularly for professional services and healthcare clients. Sophie is known for her ability to simplify complex tax matters and provide clients with clear, practical advice.

What Sophie enjoys most is building trusted relationships and empowering clients to make confident financial decisions. Her philosophy is simple: put the client first and always aim to exceed expectations.

Sophie completed a Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting) before beginning her career. She has been a member of Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CA ANZ) for more than 20 years and has also completed her Xero Advisor certification and a Diploma in Financial Planning.

Simon Wagner

MANAGER, OUTSOURCED ACCOUNTING AND BOOKKEEPING SERVICES

Simon has more than 20 years’ experience in the accounting profession, including over 12 years with Lucent Advisory. He supports a broad range of clients and now specialises in the not-for-profit sector, where he applies a practical, steady approach to financial management and governance.

Simon works closely with leadership teams on financial management reporting, organisational and funding budgets, grant acquittals, forecasting and strengthening internal controls. He is known for helping organisations understand their financial position clearly and make informed decisions with confidence.

What Simon enjoys most is building strong, collaborative client relationships. He takes pride in supporting purpose-driven organisations and helping them manage funding responsibly while focusing on their mission and long-term sustainability.

Simon completed a Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting) at the University of South Australia before progressing from undergraduate to Assistant Manager during eight years with William Buck. He has been a member of CPA Australia for 20 years, further strengthening the professional foundation he brings to his advisory work.

Jack McCarron

MANAGER, OUTSOURCED ACCOUNTING AND BOOKEEPING SERVICES

Jack leads one of Lucent’s large CFO Services teams, supporting clients across professional services, medical, not-for-profit and winery sectors. He specialises in designing efficient, technology-driven financial frameworks that give clients clear visibility of their performance.

Jack brings strong management accounting expertise and builds end-to-end workflows that streamline bookkeeping, strengthen internal controls and deliver reliable, timely reporting. He is skilled in implementing cloud ecosystems — including Dext, ApprovalMax, Xero and Fathom — to automate processes and improve data accuracy.

Clients value Jack for his approachable style and commitment to supporting them through complex challenges. He prides himself on delivering reporting that improves decision-making and prevents year-end surprises.

Jack completed dual degrees in Economics and Commerce at the University of Adelaide before joining Lucent in 2016. He completed his CPA in 2023 and continues to develop his advisory and leadership capability.

Michele Hinchley

Client Success Manager

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Hari Surapaneni

Outsourced HR Services Manager

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RUFI Kapoor

Outsourced Payroll Manager

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JULIAN ROFFE

General Manager

Julian oversees Lucent Advisory’s core operational functions, ensuring the business runs smoothly and efficiently. He leads governance and risk, IT, legal support, strategic planning and performance, project and portfolio management, marketing and communications, internal HR and facilities.

With senior leadership experience across both private and not-for-profit sectors, Julian brings a strong background in operational leadership and organisational performance. His previous roles include Practice Manager at a commercial law firm, Chief Executive of a state-wide not-for-profit service, and General Manager of national programs in a major community organisation.

Julian is known for his practical, solutions-driven style and his ability to bring structure and clarity to complex environments. He enjoys building strong teams and systems that enable staff to deliver outstanding service to clients.

Julian’s qualifications and professional development span governance, leadership and operational management — experience he continues to build on through his executive roles and contributions across the sector.