Marcus Murdoch is an engaging and experienced business consultant with 12 years of international experience at Ernst & Young. His proven track record in delivering sustained results spans across a diverse range of commercial and agricultural enterprises. With a strong background in business transformation, Marcus brings expertise in strategy development, financial management, project management, technology implementation, contract negotiation, tax planning, and financial reporting. Marcus, married to Amy, enjoys spending time with his three children, Lily, Sophia and Huxley. He embraces an active lifestyle, you will often find him outdoors playing touch rugby or mountain biking.

With thirty plus years in rural business service accounting firms, Richard brings deep expertise to the farm accounting industry. From helping new contract and sharemilkers get set up — and supporting them as they grow — to working with families on farm succession planning, business sales, and company wind-ups, Richard has experience across the board. Richard is married to Linda, and together they have three adult sons. Outside of work, he remains actively involved in both sporting and community organisations, contributing in hands on and administration roles.

Amie is a client advisor specializing in commercial sector clients. She has over 20 years of experience creating practical, real-world accounting solutions that are also tax effective. Amie particularly enjoys supporting start-ups as well as clients involved with business purchases and sales. Amie is married to Steve and has two school aged children, Ellie and Blake. She is a keen social hiker, skier and loves organising outdoor adventures with groups of family and friends.

Louise Brownlee is an experienced accountant with over 20 years in the field. She is passionate about working closely with her clients to help them transform their businesses and achieve their financial goals. In addition to her accounting expertise, Louise is a dedicated mother of two. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time in the great outdoors. With her extensive experience and personal approach, Louise is a valuable asset to any business looking to improve their financial health.

Since moving to New Zealand from the United Kingdom in 2005, Annie has completed a Bachelor of Commerce Degree at the University of Canterbury and passed the Professional Competency Exam to become a Chartered Accountant. Outside of work, Annie enjoys farm life on the cropping farm managed by her partner Mark. She also enjoys spending time with their three kids and heir dog, Timmy, along with sightseeing around New Zealand.

Catherine began her career at Croys in 1993 as an accountant. After transitioning to a part-time role to raise her family, she recently stepped into the position of Client Service Manager. She is married to Paul, and together they have three children. They farm at Wakanui. In her spare time, Catherine enjoys supporting her kids in their activities, running, and catching up with family and friends.

Kate grew up on a farm in Winchmore and attended Ashburton College before heading to Lincoln University. After graduating from Lincoln in 1998 with a BCM in Finance, she began work in an office. Kate joined the Croys team in 2004 and since then has attained her ACA qualification. Her rural background has fostered a strong interest in farm accounting. Outside of work Kate enjoys music, renovating her house and spending time with family and friends.

With 14 years of hands-on experience working on farms in New Zealand and Australia, followed by 25 years as an accountant in Ashburton, Pete brings deep knowledge and expertise to help your business succeed - and to make preparing your annual financial statements preparation a smooth, painless process. He also has extensive knowledge of investment markets and the application of FIF /PIE reporting requirements for your tax compliance.

Sharyn has enjoyed being part of the Croys team for the last 15 years. Prior to working here, she worked at the Ashburton and Christchurch offices of PGG Trust, as well as at Brophy Knight & Partners. She is married to Owen and they have a son, Daniel, along with a lovely old dog named Sootie. Outside of work, she enjoys supporting Daniel and his band, and Owen refereeing football. Her other interests include breeding and racing horses, walking, reading and spending time with friends and extended family.

Carolyn is married to Kevin, and they have two adult children, both with families of their own. She was born in Ashburton but spent six years living in Dunedin and Mosgiel before moving back to Ashburton in 2000 - the same year she began her accounting career. She achieved her Accounting Technician qualification in 2008. Carolyn loves spending time with her grandkids. In her spare time she makes 3D pictures and staying active by going for walks.

Julie began working at Croys in May 2018 as part of the accounting team. In July 2019, she began studying towards a Bachelor of Accountancy through Massey University. She grew up in Ashburton, and in her spare time she enjoys skiing at Mt Hutt, walking her dog Maisy, reading a good book, and spending time with friends. She is also a Ranger Leader.

Kate is a Chartered Accountant dedicated to helping clients navigate Xero and understand their accounts with confidence. She enjoys making accounting clear and approachable. Kate enjoys a daily yoga practice, reading, and spending time with her family. This allows her to stay focused, learning and thinking critically which supports her clear and patient approach to accounting.

Born in Ashburton Lisa grew up on her parent’s sheep farm. She graduated from Otago University in 2003 with a BCom in Marketing. In 2011 she decided to change career paths and was fortunate to join the Croys team. Lisa studied extramurally through Massey University and was proud to complete her study and pass the NZICA Foundations exam in July 2013. She is also qualified as an Associated Chartered Accountant. Outside of work, she enjoys catching up with friends, a bit of gardening and playing sport - mainly netball and tennis. She lives with her husband Adam, on his family cropping farm in Wakanui. She enjoys living in the country and helping out on the farm where needed.

Rebecca grew up in Invercargill and moved to Christchurch in 2018 to complete her Bachelor of Commerce. Since then, she has worked in management accounting roles before joining Croys in April 2024. She is currently working towards her Chartered Accountant qualification. Outside of work she enjoys walking, reading and spending time with friends.

Virginia is an accountant who enjoys a good joke, reading and adventuring. She is currently furthering her study and working towards becoming a Chartered Accountant. Outside of her role at Croys, Virginia co-owns and manages Precision Trees alongside her husband and is actively involved in her church.

Wendy joined the Croys team in 2010 as part of the administrative team, and in 2011 began her training as an accountant through Aoraki Polytechnic, studying part time while working. Having grown up up on a farm in Mid Canterbury, she especially enjoys working with Croy's agricultural clients. Wendy is married to Pete and has four children, three grandchildren and a miniature long haired Dachshund. Outside of work, she loves nothing more than supporting her family’s activities, reading, sewing, and is a regular movie goer.

Julie has worked in various administrative roles for over 40 years and has been with Croys for 20 years. She has extensive payroll experience, particularly in the agricultural industry, along with strong knowledge of New Zealand employment law. Julie enjoys working with clients to help them meet their employment obligations. She is married to Phil, and they have two adult children and four grandchildren. Outside of work, Julie enjoys the outdoors - especially fishing and biking with Phil - and spending time with their grandchildren.

Linda joined the Croys team in April 2018 in a part time capacity, later moving to a full time role as receptionist/administrator. Previously, she taught at the Mid Canterbury Technology Centre in a permanent part-time position, and prior to having children, she was a science teacher at Ashburton College. Linda is married to Richard, and they have three adult sons. In her spare time she enjoys reading, staying active, getting out on the golf course and supporting her sons in their endeavors.