Geoff Potter

Geoff Potter is an Audit & Assurance Partner in BDO Wellington, working with not-for-profit organisations, charities, public sector entities, membership organisations, and small to medium-sized businesses across New Zealand. He helps boards, management teams, and stakeholders gain confidence in their financial reporting, governance, risk management, and assurance obligations through practical, relationship-driven audit services.

Clients rely on Geoff for clear assurance on audit, internal controls, fraud risk, and governance matters, along with practical recommendations on how these can be strengthened. He works closely with organisations to meet their reporting requirements, strengthen accountability, and provide stakeholders with confidence in their financial information.

He also provides assurance to a diverse range of organisations across the public and private sectors, including charities, national associations, unions, owner-managed businesses, and multinational organisations, along with recommendations on how their financial systems and controls can be strengthened. His industry experience spans hospitality, retail, horticulture, manufacturing, and distribution.

Before joining the profession, Geoff built a successful career in hospitality, giving him valuable commercial insight and a strong customer-service focus. Clients appreciate his approachable style, practical recommendations, and commitment to building long-term relationships that make the audit process seamless, collaborative, and focused on delivering value.
 

Qualifications

• Chartered Accountant (CA)
• Bachelor of Commerce and Administration
• Graduate Diploma in Accounting
• Certificate of Public Practice (Chartered Accountants Australia & New Zealand)
• Licensed Auditor (Financial Markets Authority)
• Approved Auditor (Office of the Auditor General)

Professional Affiliations

• Member of Chartered Accountants of Australia & New Zealand (CA ANZ)

Community Involvement

• Junior football referee and cricket umpire, with ongoing involvement in junior sport in Wellington 
• Past Chair - West Park School Board