Thomas Sparks CA

Founder and CEO at Infinity22
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Experience

    • Australia
    • Financial Services
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Founder and CEO
      • Dec 2017 - Present

      Australia - Founder and CEO of a dynamic and future focused accounting and business advisory firm servicing clients in Brisbane. - Here at infinity22, we are an accounting and business advisory firm providing management accounting, tax & compliance, business strategy and technology services. Our vision is to empower clients and partner with businesses to grow together whether they are located in Australia. We believe that by partnering with businesses we can help not only grow but also make a… Show more - Founder and CEO of a dynamic and future focused accounting and business advisory firm servicing clients in Brisbane. - Here at infinity22, we are an accounting and business advisory firm providing management accounting, tax & compliance, business strategy and technology services. Our vision is to empower clients and partner with businesses to grow together whether they are located in Australia. We believe that by partnering with businesses we can help not only grow but also make a positive influence upon their industries. The infinity22 process is to make sure information is fresh and reliable, that businesses are operating compliantly, are up to date with best of form technology and finally help businesses strategically place themselves for a stronger future financial position. Show less

    • Senior Consultant
      • Nov 2016 - Dec 2017

      Hong Kong - Senior Consultant at a Management Accounting/CFO Advisory/Consultancy firm helping SME businesses here in Hong Kong and Globally with localised and multi national operations. -Fresh Accounting is a management accounting practice and consultancy with physical offices in Hong Kong & Singapore. We believe accountants should do more than just report on how your business is doing. We identify opportunities and strategies to improve your business and support you in improving the performance and… Show more - Senior Consultant at a Management Accounting/CFO Advisory/Consultancy firm helping SME businesses here in Hong Kong and Globally with localised and multi national operations. -Fresh Accounting is a management accounting practice and consultancy with physical offices in Hong Kong & Singapore. We believe accountants should do more than just report on how your business is doing. We identify opportunities and strategies to improve your business and support you in improving the performance and profitability. Here at Fresh Accounting, we take great pride in our approach to working with clients. We evaluate and develop strong relationships, taking the time to truly understand your business, and business needs in order to provide both advice and tools to help your business grow. We provide a level of experience and quality at an affordable price. Fresh Accounting is one of the fastest growing Xero Platinum Partners here in Asia therefore we are best placed to advise you on your business needs. Show less

    • Business Advisor & Accountant
      • Oct 2015 - Dec 2016

      Ivanhoe, Victoria •A three partner cloud business advisory & financial planning firm in Ivanhoe, Victoria. •General responsibilities include meeting with clients to discuss their yearly tax positions. Tax planning so clients have the information needed to be well placed before end of financial year. Preparation of financial statements and tax returns for multiple entities from various industries. Other commercial applications of my accounting skills such as budgeting & forecasting, customer analysis and… Show more •A three partner cloud business advisory & financial planning firm in Ivanhoe, Victoria. •General responsibilities include meeting with clients to discuss their yearly tax positions. Tax planning so clients have the information needed to be well placed before end of financial year. Preparation of financial statements and tax returns for multiple entities from various industries. Other commercial applications of my accounting skills such as budgeting & forecasting, customer analysis and variance analysis between actual and budgeted results. Show less

    • Australia
    • Accounting
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Accountant
      • Jan 2013 - Jul 2015

      Surrey Hills, Victoria •A three partner accounting firm in Surrey Hills, Victoria offering a range of business services. •Worked closely with a global branding agency involving multiple entities. Through profit distribution techniques and company structuring were able to minimize their Australian Tax liabilities. •Developed a close relationship with a not for profit organization and was proactive in creating more sophisticated management reporting, allowing them to make more informed business… Show more •A three partner accounting firm in Surrey Hills, Victoria offering a range of business services. •Worked closely with a global branding agency involving multiple entities. Through profit distribution techniques and company structuring were able to minimize their Australian Tax liabilities. •Developed a close relationship with a not for profit organization and was proactive in creating more sophisticated management reporting, allowing them to make more informed business decisions. •Provided a virtual CFO function for a small business where all financial records were lost due to a fire. Built up financial record keeping infrastructure including data input, payroll and other bookkeeping functions for multiple entities. Supervised junior accountants who were helping with implementation. Provided quarterly management reporting with business activity statements and annual financial reporting requirements. Also assisted with management of the insurance claim by liaising with client and insurance provider. •General responsibilities include financial statements and income tax return preparation for many different business structures. Preparing annual budget and monthly management reporting for clients making high level decisions, and providing accounting support. •Clients range from high net worth individuals to multiple entity group structures with turnovers in excess of $50 million. Industries include marketing, not for profits, surveying, engineering, financial services, fitness, health, retail, wholesale, and manufacturing. Show less

    • Financial Services
    • Accountant
      • Mar 2012 - Dec 2012

      Brisbane, Australia •A mid-tier accounting firm in the Brisbane CBD with an agribusiness focus. •Duties included preparation of financial statements and income tax returns for a multitude of clients across different industries. •Typical clients range from small businesses to large multiple entity groups with turnovers of up to 25 million. Industries include retail, construction, engineering, manufacturing and primary production.

    • Junior Accountant
      • Jun 2011 - Mar 2012

      Northlakes • Working as an accountant in a mid size firm with over 20 staff and 4 office branches. • Common duties include having meetings with clients in regards to their tax affairs, preparing financial statements and income tax returns for single entities and multiple entity clients. • Contacting the ATO on behalf of clients, preparing interim financials for clients, and performing audits on not for profit organizations and trust accounts. • Typical clients range from sole trader business… Show more • Working as an accountant in a mid size firm with over 20 staff and 4 office branches. • Common duties include having meetings with clients in regards to their tax affairs, preparing financial statements and income tax returns for single entities and multiple entity clients. • Contacting the ATO on behalf of clients, preparing interim financials for clients, and performing audits on not for profit organizations and trust accounts. • Typical clients range from sole trader business schedule clients to the large multiple entity clients. The industries of which the clients conduct business out of vary from retail, construction, engineering, manufacturing, primary production, wholesale and other service trades. Show less

    • Australia
    • Accounting
    • Junior Accountant
      • Jun 2008 - Jun 2011

      Aspley, QLD • Accountant in a Brisbane CPA firm during my university studies and full time post university. • Usual duties include data input, financial statements, and tax returns for companies, trusts, superannuation funds and individuals. • Other tasks include filing and archiving client documents, answering phone calls, and opening and closing the office. • Typical company clients array from retail and wholesale, engineering, construction, and professional service industries.

    • Financial Services
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Bookkeeper
      • Jan 2009 - May 2010

      Stafford, QLD • Worked as a book keeper part time during my studies using MYOB. • Typical duties include reconciling bank statements for both companies, creating reports using MYOB or Excel for the CEO, reconciling loan accounts between the companies and preparing the wages for staff members.

Education

  • Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand
    Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com.), Graduate Diploma Chartered Accounting
    2013 - 2016
  • The University of Queensland
    Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com.), Accounting and Finance
    2006 - 2010
  • St James College, Brisbane, Queensland Australia
    Highschool Certificate, High School/Secondary Diplomas and Certificates
    2001 - 2005

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