Originally from New Zealand, Philippa studied at the Auckland University of Technology, completing a Diploma of Hospitality and Catering, and a Certificate in Business Studies.

She part owned a cafe in Auckland, here gaining experience in bookkeeping and quantitive costing, and general management of a small business.

After some years working in New Zealand and Europe, Philippa moved to Melbourne in 2000 and commenced studies again at Monash University while working as a bookkeeper.

She has a high level of experience and thorough knowledge of Quicken, Quick Books and MYOB accounting programs.