Mark G. Spittal

CPA,FTIA, CTA

Partner

Mark graduated in 1982 from RMIT (formerly known as Phillip Institute) and since then has developed his knowledge base in many diverse facets of business. Up until he formed Spittal & Associates, Mark was a Forensic Accountant for 15 years with the Taxation Office, ASIC and various other Law Enforcement Agencies (such as the Victorian Police Fraud Squad). During his early years as a forensic accountant, Mark investigated a number of large multi-million dollar frauds and would be often called upon to give evidence in many Courts of Law.

In 1996, he joined with brother Charles to form Spittal & Associates which has continued to grow ever since.

Mark prides himself on his professionalism and his ability to keep one step ahead. His business knowledge from manufacturing to retail is first class. Mark’s advice has always been on the firm's three basic principles of asset protection, tax minimisation and wealth creation.

Mark is a Certified Practicing Accountant and a Fellow of the Taxation Institute as well as being a Certified Tax Advisor. With the little time Mark has left he loves spending time with his family and is a keen supporter of Melbourne Storm and the Melbourne Demons.

Merryn Spittal

CPA

Manager

Merryn commenced her career in accounting in NSW working in a chartered accounting practice then the investigative accounting field for ASIC and ASX before moving to Melbourne in 1987. She then diversified into financial accounting and worked in the finance industry and later as Financial Controller before joining Spittal and Associates in 1997. Merryn services clients accross all industries however specialises in providing a full range of support to clients in the hospitality industry.

Merryn graduated with a Bachelor of Business in 1988 from RMIT and is also a Certified Practising Accountant (CPA).

If Merryn is not working then you are likely to find her at the gym (her second home), pounding the pavement, or in a pilates class. Weekends are usually spent with the family and socialising with friends.

Mahendra

CPA

Senior Accountant

Mahendra is a Certified Practicing Accountant and has been working with public practices for over 10 years. Mahendra also holds Master of Accounting and Finance Management degree from LaTrobe University. Mahendra adopts client centered approach and specialises in a broad range of tax matters including income tax, capital gains tax and business structuring.

In spare time Mahendra enjoys spending time with his family and friends, listening music and travelling.

Edward

CPA

Senior Accountant

Edward graduated from La Trobe University with Bachelor of Accounting (Honours) and Bachelor of Commerce and is also a CPA member. He had gained over 5 years work experience over retail, wholesale, hospitality, construction and development, and logistic industries in a chartered accounting firm before joining Spittal & Associates.

Edward enjoys playing basketball and badminton with friends and travelling in his spare time.

Annie

Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting)

Accountant

Annie completed her Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting) from Swinburne University of Technology. She is currently studying to become a Certified Practising Accountant (CPA). With over 4 years of experience working in public practices, Annie has gained an extensive knowledge in taxation and accounting services across a range of small to medium sized businesses and a variety of industries.

Outside of work Annie enjoys cooking, travelling, exploring new places and spending time with her family and friends.

Ishani

CPA

Accountant

Ishani is a Certified Practicing Accountant with more than 5 years experience working in public practice. Ishani has gained knowledge in accounting services and taxation across a range of small to medium sized businesses and a variety of industries. In addition, Ishani has completed a Master of Business Administration (Finance) from Charles Sturt University of Melbourne after her initial Bachelor of Science Business Administration Degree from the University of Sri Jayewardenepura Sri Lankan.

Ishani enjoys spending time with her husband and son and watching movies in her spare time.

Steve

Compliance Officer/ Office Manager

After completing a certificate IV in bookkeeping at RMIT, Steve gained over 3 years experience at a large retail business in Melbourne working in a variety of back office roles. Prior to this Steve worked in other fields of work outside accounting and bookkeeping. He is currently studying further to complete an accounting degree.

In his spare time he enjoys socializing with friends and travelling. When not at the local pub you can find him at the TAB or watching sport. The Houston Texans, Essendon Football Club and Arsenal FC are hopeless but will one day pull through for him.

Khush

Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting)

Accountant

Khush graduated from Torrens University with Bachelor of Commerce (major in accounting). She has gained almost 3 years of accounting experience working in tax and forensics. Khush also comes from hospitality background spending almost 5 years in customer service.

In her free time, Khush loves to travel, explore, and socialise. She will always have endless stories to share specially how she went on her first solo travel to Asia. There is no such thing as sitting idle in Khush’s life.

Arthur

Master of Professional Accounting

Accountant

Arthur graduated from Monash University with Master of Professional Accounting. He is currently studying towards a Certified Practising Accountant (CPA). Arthur joins our team with a solid knowledge in taxation and accounting services gained in working with a previous accounting firm.

Arthur prefers to hike, travel, and spend time with friends in his spare time.