Espresso Associates began in 2007 when Sam Accetta, a member of the Chartered Accountants of Australia and New Zealand saw a need in the market for quality maintenance of financial accounts. Most accounting firms focus on the completion of tax returns, but the outcome of the tax return is dependent on the quality of the data going into the accounting software. With governments making ever increasing rules on the taxation of business, the need for quality becomes more and more necessary.
Not many get excited about data entry, especially accounting data entry. So the name ‘Espresso’ was chosen to signal to clients that we get this, and we pride ourselves on our quality AND our speed. (‘Espresso’ is not only the best hot drink known to humanity, but also means ‘Quick’ in Italian.)
Sam Accetta
Sam has extensive experience in providing accounting and taxation services specialising in management reporting, financial analysis, business advisory and taxation compliance and advice to a range of clients from large private businesses, small family owned businesses to individuals. Sam began his career by working in chartered accounting practices for a number of years where he gained valuable experience in providing commercial and practical advice. Sam then founded Espresso Bookkeeping, which later became Espresso Associates in order to provide a full service offering to his clients predominantly to reflect the need for the provision of income tax returns. Sam actively mentors and assists clients meet their vision and purpose. Sam has worked with clients across a wide range of industries including manufacturing, retail, hospitality, aged care, medical, non profit and multinational software development. Sam has a Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting), is a member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants and has a Tax Agents License.
Sorur Garnavi
Sorur is a qualified accountant with more than 15 years experience in non-profit, health, construction, aged care and disability sectors. She joined Espresso Associates in March 2018. Her areas of expertise include individual and business tax along with accounting and general business advisory support.
Anu began with Espresso Associates shortly after completing her secondary education. She has worked across several industries whilst with Espresso Associates including medical practices & construction firms. Anu completed her accounting degree in 2018 and is about to complete her MBA in finance. She enjoys providing value that turns data into information that enables clients make better business decisions. This is the reason she continues to dedicate her energy to accounting.