Our People

How to properly introduce our founder, our benevolent patriarch, Pasquale Settineri? Well, firstly by emphasising that you should address him as Pat. He’s a calm and measured leader, always up for a laugh and a good time, and the Dad jokes commence just as early in the day as the hard work.

Pat started Butler Settineri in 1987 with now retired partner Colin Butler and we’ve enjoyed steady growth through a few different premises in vibrant Subiaco ever since then. Pat is a Fellow of the CA ANZ (FCA), and a Registered Tax Agent. These days, as Managing Partner, he specialises in a Business Advisory role, offering personalised service to our high net worth clients and carefully nurturing the relationships which are the basis of our firm’s ongoing success.

Pat grew up in the wheatbelt and came to Perth to board at Aquinas, where he was known for his long-sleeved footy jumper and distinctive flowing mullet (back in fashion now, if only he still could!). He takes pride in the achievements of his son David, another CA, and daughter Melissa, a lawyer, and knows that none of this would have been possible without the love and support of wife, Darlene, supreme domestic engineer and their rock of Gibraltar. When time allows he can be found tending to his vines in the garden and enjoying some quality tunes with dog Archie.

If you get to know him, you might like to join his family in teasing him about his rather limited swimming ability (wheatbelt childhood to blame here). Just don’t forget that he’s also highly skilled in karate!

Pat is always keen to help, get in touch with him at pas@butlersettineri.com.au

Speed and energy are a recurring theme with Butler Settineri and one that Joe embodies. Around the office, he is known as ‘catch him if you can’ and at the annual Master Builders’ Tennis Day, his mates call him the ‘Italian Stallion’.

Joe loves spending his weekend having invaluable family time with his wife Marilyn and his two boys.  Joe also loves ’80s music and football in all its forms, from his beloved West Coast Eagles to Manchester United in the Premier League.

Joe joined Butler Settineri in 1987 and has been an important part of our exciting growth story. He is the Director of Finance and the Partner responsible for self-managed superannuation compliance and makes client contact his number one priority.

Along with his extensive knowledge of the Building and Construction Industry, Joe specialises in taxation and business services, fringe benefits tax and superannuation. Joe also holds a financial services license allowing him to give self-managed superannuation fund advice to Perth businesses and individuals.

Get in touch with Joe by email at jg@butlersettineri.com.au

A Perth native, Belinda revels in the lifestyle our beautiful city offers, spending time on the Swan River and in the ocean.

Belinda loves to stretch herself professionally, and personally, with yoga, stand-up paddle boarding, and in winter, barracking for the Eagles.

Belinda joined Butler Settineri in 2001 as an intermediate accountant and progressed steadily to Senior Manager and then Partner with our Business Services / Taxation team in 2012.

With her knowledge, experience, and a natural ability to bring out the best in her team, Belinda is able to deliver great service to all sorts of clients and industries including mining, building and manufacturing.

Specialising in taxation & business services, estate planning and financial reporting, Belinda also has a passion for working with the bedrock of the Australian economy, small business. Belinda also has a financial services registration allowing her to give self-managed superannuation fund advice to Perth businesses and individuals.

Belinda can be contacted directly via email bburgess@butlersettineri.com.au

Gifted accountant and 1980s music aficionado (though thankfully he doesn’t wear ruffled shirts to work) Scott joined Butler Settineri in 2016, fresh from a 14-year period as partner at a mid-tier Western Australian financial services firm. In July 2018 Scott was admitted to the Butler Settineri Partnership.

Scott is always on the go - he needs to be - as a happily married father of three active teenage kids (“and definitely no more!”) he’s got the whole multi-tasking thing down pat. He’s as adept at managing sports days, looking after a budding actress and moderating sibling rivalries, as he is at cracking the most complex of accounting conundrums.  

Although his football glory days may have gone the way of his hair, Scott is still committed to keeping his mind and body healthy by regularly surfing at some of WA’s best breaks.

As a medical practice specialist, qualified CA and certified financial planner, with a career spanning almost three decades in boutique and mid-tier firms, and a drive to deliver more for our clients, Scott is right at home in our dynamic and multi-skilled team.

Send Scott an email anytime at sedwards@butlersettineri.com.au

Steele joined our firm directly after graduating from the University of Western Australia (UWA) in 2009. Since then, he has continually grown and excelled within our team.

After earning his Chartered Accountant qualification in 2012, Steele advanced to the role of Manager in our Business Advisory team by 2016. His dedication and expertise led to his promotion to Partner in 2024. Steele embodies the energy and positivity that are the hallmarks of our company.

Beyond providing tailored tax and business services advice to our clients, Steele is also instrumental in driving our IT projects. He ensures that our firm leverages the latest and most reliable technology in the industry.

Outside of work, Steele enjoys spending quality time with his wife and their two children. A passionate sports fan, Steele is an avid supporter of the West Coast Eagles.

You can contact Steele by email at sthornton@butlersettineri.com.au

Ryan is a Chartered Accountant (CA) and Chartered Tax Advisor (CTA) with 17 years of professional experience in leading Accounting practices.

His expertise spans Corporate and Private Enterprise Taxation, and includes substantial management experience in Business Services and Tax Advisory roles.

Ryan is known for his commitment to understanding his clients' objectives. He provides bespoke tax advisory services and collaborates closely with clients to implement strategic planning solutions.

Outside of his professional responsibilities, Ryan values time spent with his wife, their two young children, and golden retriever.

Ryan remains actively engaged in his community and profession, being a Western Australian Committee member of the Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand Public Practice Committee.  

Get in touch with Ryan at rtaddeo@butlersettineri.com.au

Nigel joined the team in 2019 and has progressed through the ranks of Butler Settineri as a qualified Certified Practising Accountant (CPA) becoming Associate Director in 2026. 

His passion is clear – providing quality service to a wide variety of clients across many industry sectors with a strong work ethic and commitment to excellence. Previously specialising in the arts and farming industries, Nigel is well-versed in bookkeeping, taxation, accounting and auditing to find the best business solutions for his clients. The firm’s values shine forward in everything Nigel does, and efficiency is his middle name (as well as Savio).

Nigel holds a Master of Professional Accounting, a Postgraduate Certificate in Business Administration, and a Bachelor of Economics, backed by over ten years of experience in public practice.

On the weekends, you’ll find him shopping, trying new recipes and barracking for The Red Devils (he’s a Manchester United fan) in the nail-biting Premier League. He’s also got a knack for table tennis, playing the piano, and making people laugh.

Get in touch with Nigel at npereira@butlersettineri.com.au

We are delighted to welcome Renaldo Naidoo as Associate Director in 2026.

Renaldo comes to us with a Bachelor of Arts in Accounting & Finance, is a Chartered Accountant (CA) and holds a Master of Professional Accounting (MPA). He brings a wealth of experience, commercial insight and a client-focused approach to his work. Renaldo advises privately owned businesses on their financial reporting and taxation needs and is always looking for better and more efficient ways to support the team and meet the needs of our clients. Whether working alongside business owners, finance teams, legal advisors or fellow professionals, he enjoys building strong relationships and finding solutions that stand up to scrutiny while supporting commercial objectives.

At home, Renaldo is a motorsport tragic who never misses a live F1, MotoGP or Supercars race. He spent much of his childhood boating, camping and fishing and now shares those experiences with his young family.

Get in touch with Renaldo at rnaidoo@butlersettineri.com.au

Ally’s career has seen her take a cold-climate island-hopping route to Perth, with undergraduate study and employment in New Zealand and Tasmania. She came to us as a senior accountant in 2015, was promoted to supervisor in 2020 and to manager in 2022.

Her role includes managing our ATO lodgement list and applications for extensions, trustee resolutions, and FBT compliance. She also manages the training and development of our graduates.

We may tease her for being short, and a Kiwi, but really, we treasure her for the dynamic and friendly presence she brings to Butler Settineri. Ally and her husband enjoy camping, road-tripping and exploring more of Western Australia now that their two kids are old enough for easy travel. 

Ally can be contacted via email agleeson@butlersettineri.com.au

Louise joined the team in October 2019, bringing five years of experience working in public practice.

Louise graduated in 2015 with a Bachelor of Commerce (majoring in Accounting) from Curtin University and is a qualified Chartered Accountant.

When she is not overseeing the daily operations at Butler Settineri, Louise dreams of her next holiday to her favourite destinations, Melbourne and Japan, or enjoys travelling without leaving Perth by indulging in her favourite Italian and Japanese cuisines.

Louise strives for excellence and maintains high standards, while building relationships with ease.

Get in touch with Louise at ltopini@butlersettineri.com.au

Nicole joined the team in 2025 as an experienced Accounting Supervisor, bringing with her a reputation for exceptional client service and a forward-thinking approach.

After graduating with a Bachelor of Commerce degree, majoring in Accounting & Finance, in the early 2000s, Nicole gained her CPA qualification and rose quickly into management positions. With a career focused on small-to-medium-sized enterprises, her passion is working with family-run businesses, assisting them to manage cash flow, reach operational and personal goals, whilst ensuring tax-effective structuring.

Her dedication, attention to detail, and collaborative nature have quickly made her an integral part of the team. Nicole’s commitment to innovation ensures clients receive insightful, practical advice that drives results.

Nicole spends her time off hitting the beach with her family and fills the school holidays with camping adventures.

Get in touch with Nicole at ngrant@butlersettineri.com.au