Meet the team
Our team works alongside your business every day so you are free to focus on what you do best: running your business. We are a trusted extension of your core team.
Laura
Founder and Director

Chartered Accountant, Registered BAS Agent

Founded Common Cents in 2017
Laura leads the Advisory arm of the business.
Each week you will find Laura playing cardio tennis and coaching her son’s basketball team. Fair warning: she takes Monopoly Deal very seriously, and she plays to win.
Simon
Director

Chartered Accountant, Accredited Mortgage Broker

Joined Common Cents in 2023
Simon leads the Finance arm of the business.
He is rarely short of a home renovation project. When he’s not up a ladder, he’s on the bike or on the basketball court. If there’s a game on, he is likely to be watching it.
Emma Apsey
Accountant
Certified Practising Accountant

Joined Common Cents in 2022
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Emma works in the Advisory side of the business.
Emma’s spare time is split between horse riding, decorating cakes and travel. The cakes are her creative outlet and the riding gets her into the fresh air. When she’s not doing either, she’s planning her next trip.
Michaela Almario
Accountant
Certified Practising Accountant

Joined Common Cents in 2025
Micha works in the Advisory side of the business.
Micha is a travel enthusiast and a dedicated hotel hopper. Half the fun is chasing the next great stay and exploring local restaurants. Back at home, there’s a good chance she will be watching a Korean drama.
Mark Almario
Accountant

Certified Practising Accountant

Joined Common Cents in 2026
Mark works in the Advisory side of the business.
Mark is happiest when there is adventure involved. Wakeboarding and freediving are his current favourites. Downtime is a chance to plan the next challenge.
