RTO Industry Specialists

RTO Accountants prides itself on retaining highly experienced practitioners, skilled at providing valuable advice and expert knowledge. Our key personnel are instrumental in leading a dedicated team of professionals to guide the ongoing success of your business.

David Jepsen, Senior Client Manager and CEO

David has over 30 years’ experience as a practising Chartered Accountant. He began his career at KPMG before moving through roles at Citigroup, Zurich and the Commonwealth Bank across Sydney and London, establishing his own practice in 2001. David has deep experience across taxation, advisory, financial control and CFO-level work, including financial viability, business structuring and the sale of education businesses. He believes the best advice is commercial, realistic, and built on a genuine working relationship with clients. David is involved in the community; he loves his sport especially rugby via supporting and volunteering, and enjoys the ocean with kayak paddling.

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Karen Jepsen

With over ten years experience in both public and private RTO’s Karen brings a wealth of knowledge from the RTO sector. Karen holds a Certificate IV in Training and Assessment and has specific knowledge and skills in preparing training related materials, assisting in grant applications and providing guidance and support for process requirements. Karen is also a qualified TESOL Trainer and has experience working in CRICOS registered organisations.

Prior to joining RTO Accountants, Karen managed a large Civil Training organisation, with seven training sites across NSW. She brings to the team an understanding of the unique complexities of the VET sector.

Her expertise also lies in her ability to integrate cloud based apps into workflows to maximise productivity. She is an experienced administrator and and utilises these skills in her role as practice manager.

Living on the Gold Coast Karen enjoys anything to do with the water – swimming, kayaking paddle boarding. She enjoys time her family and friends and renovating her home.