Your Gladstone, QLD Accounting Specialists
The new, expanded team at Joe Oram & Associates are looking forward to continuing to work with existing clients as well as welcoming new clients with our increased capacity.
I graduated with my Bachelor of Business back in 2004 but only started working in the tax accounting field in 2006 after taking a bit of a working gap year after my university graduation. Since starting in the Tax Accounting field, I tried my hand at Management Accounting for two years between 2011 and 2013 before ultimately realising that Taxation Accounting is where my passion lies.
At this time, the former business owner, Joe Oram, was looking to hire another accountant, so I applied for the position and was successful, starting in June 2013 with the firm. In 2014, Joe decided that he would like to retire from accounting and follow his passion for farming. At this point in time, he offered me the opportunity to purchase the business from him. It was an offer I could not pass up. In October 2014, the business sale was finalised, and I haven't looked back!
I am fortunate to be supported by an amazing team who help ensure the business runs smoothly and we provide excellent service to our fantastic clients every day. Without them being willing to sacrifice time away from their families, I would not be able to do what I do and keep a smile on my face. Prior to working as an accountant, I worked in a variety of roles in fast food, cafes, retail, and the tourism industries, all of which have given me a set of skills that have helped me in my role as an accountant today.
Lisa Grey
Practice Manager
I joined Joe Oram & Associates in 2011 and have seen the business restructure after Joe and Helen retired and sold it to Mandy in 2014. After a few years as a Receptionist in a job share role, the full-time position of Practice Manager was offered to me when Mandy took over, which I gladly accepted.
I enjoy the work environment here; with our different personalities, we have many laughs and like to keep the atmosphere friendly and casual with our clients. Mandy is very mindful when it comes to creating an environment that has a healthy work/life balance; considering the majority of us are working mums, the flexibility Mandy affords us is greatly appreciated and is one of the major bonuses of working here.
I commenced part-time employment with the Joe Oram and Associates team in February 2013 in a job share position as an administration assistant. Our office had a smooth transition when Mandy Wallace purchased the business from Joe Oram in 2014. Throughout my working life, I have enjoyed working in a professional office environment with a variety of responsibilities and tasks. I have the benefit of working with our friendly team of co-workers. It is a pleasure being the first point of contact for our clients and to assist them with their taxation needs.
After leaving school, I began working full-time as an office junior and receptionist for a local solicitor's office. Within 12 months, I had commenced working as a legal secretary. I worked for two solicitor firms over a period of approximately nine years. I then commenced part-time work as a secretary for a local valuation firm for approximately 12 years. I have over 20 years of experience as an administration officer, and I am fortunate in that I have enjoyed all my positions in a variety of offices during my working life.
I joined the team at Joe Oram & Associates in October 2021 in a job share position as an administration assistant. Prior to this opportunity, I was fortunate enough to be able to stay at home, raise my three children, and get them ready for their schooling years. Since completing school, I have worked in many roles, including administration, customer service, and even food processing. In 2021, I completed the STEPS program to enable me to enter my first year at university to complete a bachelor's degree in nursing.
I thoroughly enjoy working with the small team we have here at Joe Oram & Associates; each day brings something new. I find it easy to build a great rapport with our clients, and I share daily laughter with the ladies on our team.
Taxation and Accounting Enquiries
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