A photographic portrait of Rachel Charles
The best of the pandemic experience was seeing how rapidly positive change can occur, when imperative meets innovation. We must maintain this cooperative urgency to transition to net zero emissions.

Rachel Charles

Oceania Energy and Resources Tax Partner

Australian corporate tax partner with a passion for energy in all of its meanings. Mum and amateur sports agent to a teenage son and daughter.

Rachel is an Australian corporate tax partner with clients primarily in the mining and energy sectors (including renewable and traditional energy sources, power and utilities).

She leads a connectivity program called CFO Connect; unlocking topical insights, leadership development and networking opportunities for senior Sydney-based finance executives.  

Recognised for her energy and execution, over her 25 years with EY, Rachel has been appointed to a number of market-facing leadership positions across three offices.

She is a Fellow of the Institute of Chartered Accountants and a Tax Agent. She has Bachelors of Laws and Commerce from the University of Western Australia.  

How Rachel is building a better working world

"With my team of talented experts, I deliver specialised income tax advisory and transformative governance-led tax compliance services and advise CFOs and Boards on the tax risks and opportunities facing their businesses in a pragmatic way.

My goal is to produce auditable, transparent and defendable tax compliance products, incorporating analytics, automation and technical expertise, providing my clients with a strong tax ‘foundation’ so they can focus on building their business. 

Deeply connected across the EY network and in the market, I am passionate about solving business problems and creating long-term value for my clients, by drawing on the full breadth of the firm's global insights and local expertise.

I am enjoying supporting my clients through the energy transition towards net zero, adapting approaches to tax to suit commodities cycles and changing stakeholder needs."

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