Bio
Supporting clients with specialist financial services and business advice
John joined Moore Walker Davey Searells in 1984 and was appointed a Director in 1999, with over four decades of experience in public practice as a Chartered Accountant, he brings an exceptional depth of institutional knowledge and professional expertise developed through long term practice.
Having advised clients through multiple economic cycles, regulatory change, and shifts in the business landscape, John offers a steady, highly informed perspective. His advice is grounded in strong technical discipline, combined with a clear understanding of commercial realities.
John’s career has spanned advisory, compliance, and leadership roles, supporting privately owned businesses, families, and professional clients across Canterbury and throughout New Zealand. He has built a reputation for delivering practical, tailored solutions that support both financial performance and long term strategic objectives.
As a long standing leader within the firm, John has played a significant role in mentoring senior staff and directors, contributing to governance, quality standards, and the firm’s professional culture. His considered approach continues to underpin trusted, long term client relationships.
John has a particular depth of experience advising clients in sectors such as forestry, agriculture, property, and food processing, where astute financial management and common sense advice are critical. He is known for thinking beyond standard solutions and creating bespoke approaches that reflect each client’s circumstances.
John believes that successful accounting and business advisory is built on strong, enduring relationships and a deep understanding of client needs. He is trusted by clients to provide experienced, forward looking advice that supports sound decision making and long term success.