LOCAL accounting firm Factor1 Shepparton was named Regional/Suburban Firm of the Year at the 2025 Australian Accounting Awards, held on Friday, June 20, at a black-tie gala event in Sydney.
Factor1 Shepparton on Corio Street was established in 2004 as a small practice before joining the Factor1 group to expand their service while maintaining their commitment to building strong relationships in the region.
This is the second consecutive year the Shepparton team has been honoured at the national level. In 2024, Practice Manager, Jenny Perona, won the Accounting Support Staff of the Year award — a testament to the strength, consistency, and calibre of the local firm.
The accounting firm is also celebrating the news that long-time Regional Manager, Nick Bentley, has stepped into a director role — the first-ever internal partner promotion within the Factor1 group. Nick has been instrumental in shaping the Shepparton branch over the past decade, making him a local success story.
“I’m really pleased to be stepping into this new role after more than ten years with Factor1. It’s a personal milestone, but also a reflection of the strong client relationships we’ve built here in Shepparton. We’ve always aimed to go beyond the numbers, supporting local businesses as trusted advisors and we are looking forward to continuing that work,” said Nick.
