Our Team
Our Expert Team working for You
Our team are dedicated to providing you and your business with personalised professional services. All our team members are committed to ongoing professional development so you enjoy the best technical tax and accounting advice available. Below are the profiles on our team members.
Joe Santomartino
Joe established JAS Accountants in 2000 following twelve years of working at both a medium sized chartered accounting firm and CPA Firm. He primarily works with small and medium sized business owners to help them grow their revenues, profits and business value.
Joe’s objective with his clients is to solve their tax and financial problems, help them to capitalize on opportunities and ensure they avoid the pitfalls through the life cycle of their business. “Our firm goal is to be very knowledgeable about our clients’ businesses,” he says. “We want to understand their business and their specific industry issues. This helps us develop strategies and select the right tools to help them with financial reporting, tax planning, wealth creation and other business issues.”
Chris Fermanov
Chris is our senior accountant with over 10 years’ experience having worked across Melbourne in public practice accounting firms. Chris is CPA Qualified, and Xero Adviser certified.
With a vast array of Tax, Advisory & Accounting knowledge & skills, Chris aims to assist clients with the achievement of both their financial and nonfinancial goals by providing personalised advice to individuals and businesses. Chris is also a self-managed superfund compliance specialist.
Darius Efstathiadis
Darius has more than 4 years of experience working with different accounting firms developing his skills. Darius has recently obtained his CA certification and is a member of the Chartered Accountants Australia & New Zealand.
Darius works alongside Joe and Chris with completing tax returns, financial statements and assisting with self-managed superfund compliance.
Darius has proven to be a valuable member of the team and enjoys developing lasting relationships with our clients.
Jessica Farrugia
Jessica brings over six years of experience supporting small to medium-sized businesses with their financial and operational needs. She holds a Bachelor of Business (Professional Accountancy), completed in 2022, and is currently a provisional member of Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CA ANZ).
Certified in both Xero Payroll and Xero Advisor, Jessica specialises in providing tailored bookkeeping, payroll, and training services. Her focus is on delivering clear, practical support that empowers clients to better understand and manage their financial systems.
Jessica works with a diverse range of clients and is known for her reliability, attention to detail, and commitment to helping businesses grow with confidence.
Our Administration and Bookkeeping Team
Soledad
With over 15 years of industry experience, Soledad (commonly known as Sole) plays a pivotal role in the day-to-day management of our practice. Having supported a range of well-established accounting firms across Melbourne, she brings a wealth of practical knowledge and operational insight to the team.
As Practice Manager, Sole is responsible for overseeing office operations and supporting the delivery of efficient, high-quality client service. Her proactive approach and strong organisational capabilities ensure the smooth coordination of both administrative and financial functions within the practice.
Sole is highly regarded for her professionalism, reliability, and commitment to client care. She is focused on maintaining operational excellence while fostering trusted, long-term relationships with both clients and team members.
Sarah
With a background in management and experience working with several multinational companies, Sarah brings exceptional organisational and client service skills to the team.
As our Senior Bookkeeper and Bookkeeping Team Leader, Sarah oversees the delivery of high-quality bookkeeping services and provides valuable guidance and mentorship to our bookkeeping team. She is Xero Advisor and Xero Payroll certified, and has undertaken further payroll-specific training to deepen her expertise—driven by a strong professional interest in payroll and its associated compliance obligations. Sarah ensures that our clients stay compliant and up-to-date with the latest payroll regulations and best practices.
Sarah also serves as our in-house Corporate Secretarial Specialist, assisting with company compliance and documentation requirements.
In addition to her specialist roles, Sarah supports the broader team with general administration and is always ready to help clients navigate their day-to-day business needs.
Ana
Ana plays a key role in supporting both our team and our clients by providing administration and accounts support across a variety of tasks that help ensure the smooth day-to-day running of the office.
Often the first point of contact, Ana is known for her warm and welcoming nature. She takes pride in making clients feel comfortable and cared for, and is always ready to assist with a friendly, helpful approach.
Her versatility and positive attitude make her an invaluable part of our team.
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