Profile

Founded in 1993 by Paul Harrop and Robin Hargrave, who lent their names to the business, Harrop & Hargrave Ltd is Waiheke’s longest established accounting practice, providing professional accounting, and business and tax services.

In 2011, highly experienced Chartered Accountants David Johnson and Georgie Webber joined forces with Harrop & Hargrave, bringing a fresh and dynamic approach while retaining the local expertise and knowledge of the existing staff.

With a broad portfolio of accounting experience and skills, David and Georgie assist and guide clients through all aspects of accounting and business services from buying and selling businesses to bank loan applications, property, MYOB, XERO and general business advisory services.

In 2016 Kevin Walker joined our team as a partner bringing a wealth of experience from running his own practice previously.

The latest addition to our team is Leigh Peterken who lives on Waiheke Island and is highly invested in serving the community and our clients needs.

The business actively supports a number of community events, including the Fullers Wharf2Wharf and Onetangi Beach Races.

Our Team

David Johnson

From a small accounting practice in Whangarei, David moved to Auckland to progress his career as a company accountant then worked in London as a financial controller before returning to New Zealand shores. Most recently David was a senior associate at BKR Walker Wayland chartered accountants, a five-partner firm in Auckland’s CBD.

David’s time will be divided between offices in Auckland, where he is a director of Peat Johnson Murray, an Ellerslie based chartered accountancy firm, and the Waiheke Island Harrop & Hargrave office.

Married with two children, David is actively involved in the local rugby and golf clubs.

Georgie Webber

A Bachelor of Business and Chartered Accountant, Georgie has 16 years accounting experience and has depth and breadth of knowledge in working with smaller businesses whether on a tax issue, MYOB, Xero or business advisory services.

Kevin Walker

A Chartered Accountant who has successfully run many accounting practices in his time.  Kevin has a lot of experience in all areas of accounting and taxation.

Leigh Peterken

Qualified accountant with experience in commercial and public practice accounting.  Leigh is actively involved in the Waiheke community.