Business Details
30 Years
experience
Trusted Accounting & Business Advisory Services in South Yarra
Spittal & Associates is a full-service accounting practice established in 1996, founded by Charles Spittal with his brother Mark joining shortly after. Our firm specialises in delivering tailored financial advice, focusing on asset protection, tax minimisation, and wealth creation. With over two decades of experience, we serve a diverse client base across Melbourne, particularly in hospitality, construction, manufacturing, and engineering sectors. Our team of certified professionals prioritises understanding each client's unique needs, combining industry expertise with a forward-thinking approach to financial planning.We pride ourselves on fostering long-term partnerships, ensuring clarity and accessibility in all our advisory services. Our commitment to continuous learning and client-centric methodologies has solidified our reputation as trusted financial advisors in South Yarra and beyond.
Services
Accounting
Taxation
Self-Managed Superannuation
Asset Protection
Profit Maximisation
Cash Flow Projections
Budgeting
Corporate Structuring
Succession Planning
Estate Planning
Details
- Year established: 1996
Highlights and features
- We offer over 25 years of experience in accounting and tax advisory services.
- Our team provides industry-specific expertise in hospitality, construction, and manufacturing.
- We focus on asset protection, tax minimisation, and wealth creation strategies.
- Our holistic approach addresses both business and personal financial needs.
- Certified experts with a track record in complex tax and business structuring.
Associations and certifications
- Certified Practising Accountants (CPA)
What people say
Quality of service
Holistic approach
Helped grow business
Personalised support
Expert advice
Services
Accounting
Our accounting services provide comprehensive financial reporting, compliance, and strategic advisory solutions tailored to your business needs. We ensure accurate record-keeping, regulatory adherence, and actionable insights to support informed decision-making. With a focus on clarity and transparency, we help businesses maintain financial health and drive growth.
Taxation
We offer expert taxation services, including compliance, minimisation strategies, and business structuring to optimise tax outcomes. Our team stays updated on legislative changes to ensure your business remains compliant while maximising savings. We provide tailored advice for individuals and corporations across diverse industries.
Business Advisory
Our business advisory services focus on asset protection, succession planning, and strategic growth initiatives. We partner with clients to develop customised solutions, from startup structuring to exit strategies. With industry-specific expertise, we enhance operational efficiency and long-term sustainability for businesses in dynamic markets.
Self-Managed Superannuation
We specialise in self-managed superannuation funds (SMSFs), offering setup, compliance, and investment strategy services. Our approach ensures tax-effective retirement planning while maintaining regulatory adherence. We provide ongoing support to help clients maximise their superannuation benefits and achieve financial security.
Corporate Structuring
Our corporate structuring services help businesses select the optimal legal framework for asset protection and tax efficiency. We assess your goals to recommend structures that minimise risk and enhance growth potential. From sole traders to complex entities, we ensure alignment with long-term financial objectives.
People
Mark G. Spittal
Partner
Co-founder with over 40 years of experience, including 15 years as a forensic accountant. Specialises in asset protection and tax minimisation. Fellow of the Taxation Institute and Certified Tax Advisor.
Merryn
Manager
CPA with expertise in hospitality accounting. Graduated from RMIT in 1988. Focuses on tailored financial solutions for clients in dynamic industries.
Mahendra
Senior Accountant
CPA with a Master of Accounting. Specialises in tax matters, business structuring, and client-centred solutions. Holds over a decade of public practice experience.
Edward
Senior Accountant
CPA graduate with honours. Experienced in retail, hospitality, and construction sectors. Provides strategic tax and accounting advice to support business growth.
Ishani
Accountant
CPA with 5+ years in public practice. Expertise in SME accounting across diverse industries. Holds an MBA in Finance and prioritises client-focused service delivery.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer?
We provide full-service accounting, including financial reporting, compliance, tax planning, business advisory, self-managed superannuation, and corporate structuring tailored to your needs.
How can you help my business grow?
We offer strategic advice on asset protection, tax minimisation, and business structuring. Our industry expertise helps optimise financial performance and long-term growth.
Do you specialise in specific industries?
Yes, we have deep expertise in hospitality, construction, manufacturing, and engineering sectors, alongside supporting diverse SMEs across Melbourne.
What experience do you have?
Established in 1996, our team includes Certified Practising Accountants with decades of combined experience in tax, audit, and business advisory services.
Reviews (5)
Jonathan Ng
Aug 05, 2021
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We have worked with one of their tax consultant Mahendra and the service was too bad. He is doing his own practise but not sure he is keeping us in blank for all process. I want my refund.
Gary Stanley
Jan 11, 2020
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As a client of Spittal & Associates, for over 8 years we have found the service to be of the highest standard and would have no hesitation in recommending there accounting services.
Michelle Campbell
Oct 31, 2019
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Mark has been my business and personal accountant for the last 16 years and I cannot recommend him highly enough. His (positive) impact on my business is immeasurable and I thoroughly respect his business acumen, sound financial advice and good sense of humour.
Stuart Montgomery
Aug 15, 2019
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Being new to Australia, Mark has provided me with Good solid advice and direction in an easy way to understand, always helpful and very trustworthy and proffesional, Mark and his team look after our SMSF and personal Tax, Highly reccomend Mark and his Team.
John Bodna
Jun 28, 2019
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As a director of a large equipment finance broking firm I am often asked for a referral to a good accountant - my answer is invariably Spittal & Associates. All clients I have referred have been completely satisfied. Mark and his team are extremely professional, knowledgeable and work closely with their clients to achieve results.
