DFK Everalls

📢 Join our Team – Senior Personal Tax Return Preparer (Canberra City, ACT) 💼 Do you have experience in preparing personal tax returns and are ready to step up? DFK Everalls is looking for a Senior Personal Tax Return Preparer to join our supportive Canberra team. This role is ideal for someone with personal tax experience who is keen to broaden their skills into more complex returns — such as for investors, consultants, sole traders and non-residents, and who has the drive to progress into managing their own client portfolio with the support of an experienced team. In this role, you’ll: 📑 Prepare personal tax returns, ranging from straightforward to more complex cases 🏠 Work on specialised areas like rental properties, capital gains, and Defence personnel tax matters 🤝 Build client relationships and develop into a trusted adviser role 📚 Receive ongoing training and mentoring to grow your technical expertise and career opportunities At DFK Everalls, you’ll be part of a close-knit, collaborative team where your career growth is supported. With the right skills and drive, this is a fantastic opportunity to step up and take your career to the next level. 👉 If you’re working in a suburban tax practice or retail tax provider and are ready to do more — this is your chance. Apply today via our Careers page: https://lnkd.in/gEhksp3R #DFKEveralls #DFKEverallsCareers #TaxAccountant #CanberraCareers #AccountingJobs

A few of our team members were able to attend the Xerocon 2025 conference where they met up with other DFK ANZ team members and got up to date all things "Xero" and all the associated Apps that can help us and our business clients operate more efficiently. There was even some soft skills training.

🌟 Celebrating National Family Business Day – 19 September 🌟 Today, we recognise the heartbeat of our economy – family businesses. 👉 They make up 70% of all businesses, employ half the workforce, and generate over $4.3 trillion in wealth. 👉 They’re not just job creators but also community champions, donating over $1 billion annually to local causes. 👉 And they’re trusted – with 70% of consumers preferring family-owned businesses over others. Here in Canberra, family businesses are at the core of our community. From professional practices to service providers and local enterprises, they create opportunities, support families, and strengthen the region we call home. At DFK Everalls, we’re proud to work alongside local family business owners – helping them grow, plan for the future, and protect their legacy across generations. Family businesses are more than enterprises. They are stories of resilience, collaboration, and vision. 💚 Today we celebrate their contribution. 💚 Every day, we’re here to support them with clarity, strategy, and holistic advice to unlock financial potential and build lasting success. #NFBD25 #NationalFamilyBusinessDay #FamilyBusiness #DFKEveralls #CanberraBusiness

Honoured to have DFK International president Stephen Bushell visit our office today and update us on all things DFK. We have 213 members with 430 offices in more than 90 countries around the world; we are the 7th largest accounting association in the world and we have won the International Accounting Association of the Year award!

🌟 Meet Stefanie Sim, CPA – Personal Tax Returns Manager at DFK Everalls We’re excited to introduce Stefanie Sim, a dedicated member of our team who has been with DFK Everalls for over 5 years, helping individuals and families navigate the complexities of personal tax with confidence and ease. After graduating from ANU with a Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting), Stefanie went on to complete her CPA qualification and build experience across a range of firms and industries. Today, she leads our Personal Tax Returns team, specialising in: ✔️ Individual tax returns and deductions ✔️ Tailored advice for investment properties, shares, and trusts ✔️ Navigating ATO requirements with clarity ✔️ Helping clients maximise their refunds while staying compliant What clients value most about Stefanie is her genuine care and commitment to “doing the right thing” — ensuring they receive high-quality service and the expert advice they deserve. She thrives on making tax time smoother and more rewarding for clients by helping them claim everything they’re entitled to. Outside of work, Stefanie is a passionate foodie and loves exploring new restaurants across Canberra 🍴— always on the lookout for her next favourite spot! We’re proud to have Stefanie on our team, bringing both technical expertise and a client-first approach to everything she does. #DFKEveralls #MeetTheTeam #AccountingExcellence #TaxPlanning #BusinessAdvisory #CPA

📢 Join our Team – Graduate Accountant (Canberra City, ACT) 💼 We’re looking for a graduate (or under-graduate) to join our close-knit team at DFK Everalls in Canberra. From day one, you’ll: 📑 Work alongside senior accountants preparing financial statements and tax returns 🤝 Sit in on client meetings and help build strong client relationships 📊 Get hands-on experience following up queries and supporting clients directly 🎓 Grow with tailored training, mentoring and networking through the DFK ANZ Graduate Program At DFK Everalls, you won’t just process numbers — you’ll be part of a team that helps businesses, families and individuals achieve their goals. Plus, you’ll enjoy a supportive, flexible and social workplace where your career development is a priority. 👉 Ready to make it happen? Visit our Careers page to apply: https://lnkd.in/gEhksp3R #DFKEveralls #DFKEverallsCareers #AccountingGraduate #CanberraCareers

🎧 Less Than 15 Podcast: Who’s Holding the Fort? Estate Planning for Business Owners What would happen to your business if you were suddenly unable to run it? In this important episode, we’re proud to spotlight our own Melissa Healy FCA GAICD, Senior Manager at DFK Everalls and Director of Everalls Wealth, as she unpacks a topic many business owners overlook: estate planning for your business, not just your personal assets. Melissa shares practical insights to help protect your business, your family, and your team—no matter what life throws at you. You'll learn: ✔️ Why a will isn’t enough for business owners ✔️ How enduring powers of attorney work and why they matter ✔️ What belongs in your “In Case of Emergency” file ✔️ What to check in your partnership, shareholder or buy-sell agreements ✔️ Simple steps to safeguard business continuity Whether you’re a sole trader or operating through a trust, this episode is a must-listen. 🎙️ Listen now: https://lnkd.in/gtw44naB #DFKEveralls #DFKPodcast #LessThan15 #EstatePlanning #BusinessContinuity

Is your business built to bounce back? In today’s climate, business resilience means more than staying afloat. It means creating smart, secure systems that protect your finances, your people, and your reputation—no matter what comes your way. In our latest article, we share 5 essential focus areas that help future-proof your operations, from governance and culture to tech, approvals and beyond. 📊 If you're ready to move from compliance to confidence, this one's for you. 📘 Read more: https://lnkd.in/gcCcBrmw #DFKEveralls #BusinessResilience #FinancialGovernance #RiskManagement #BusinessAdvice

🌟 Meet Xin Tong Tea, CA – Assistant Manager at DFK Everalls We’re proud to introduce Xin Tong Tea, a talented and highly organised member of our business advisory team who was recently promoted to Assistant Manager in July — congratulations, Xin Tong! Since joining DFK Everalls as a graduate in 2021, Xin Tong has built a strong reputation for delivering clear, strategic advice to a wide range of clients — from medical professionals and consultants to legal firms, architects, and high-net-worth individuals. With a Bachelor of Commerce from ANU and having attained her Chartered Accountant qualification, Xin Tong now specialises in: ✔️ Tax compliance and planning ✔️ Business valuations and structuring ✔️ Cloud accounting (Xero, MYOB, QuickBooks, Oracle NetSuite) ✔️ Capital gains concessions for small businesses ✔️ ATO liaison and dispute resolution Clients value her calm, detail-focused approach and the way she makes complex tax and business matters feel simple and actionable. We’re thrilled to see Xin Tong grow with us and continue helping our clients make confident, informed decisions for their business and personal wealth. #DFKEveralls #MeetTheTeam #AccountingExcellence #TaxPlanning #BusinessAdvisory #CharteredAccountant

In July, we were proud to support the Canberra Business Chamber’s Budget Lunch Briefing as a Silver Sponsor – an important event bringing together key voices across business, government, and community. With ACT Chief Treasurer Chris Steel MLA outlining the 2025–2026 Budget, the event sparked valuable discussion around the Territory’s fiscal strategy – including the rising cost of service delivery, revenue shifts, and the need for long-term reform to sustain economic growth. The DFK Everalls team felt proud to be in the room with so many engaged local business leaders, gaining insights and contributing to important conversations about our city’s economic future. Supporting Canberra’s business community is part of who we are – and we’re proud to stand alongside other organisations who believe in the power of informed, collaborative leadership. #DFKEveralls #CanberraBusiness #BudgetBriefing #BusinessCommunity