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Nexia Australia - Canberra Office

Nexia Australia - Canberra Office

4.6(52 reviews)See reviews ↓·Canberra

About the company

Nexia Australia provides advisory, tax and audit accounting services. It has offices in Adelaide, Brisbane, Canberra, Darwin, Melbourne, Perth and Sydney. The firm is part of a global network with over 497 offices across 118 countries. Nexia Australia Pty Ltd is an umbrella group comprising separate independent Chartered Accounting firms and is a member of Nexia International, a global network of independent accounting and consulting firms.

The firm has sector expertise in aged care and retirement living, agriculture and rural business, charities and not-for-profit, education and training, financial and insurance services, First Nations, government, healthcare, hospitality, mining and resources, professional services, real estate and construction, retail, transport and logistics, and wholesale and manufacturers. Services include personal advice, business strategy, consulting and advice, corporate transactions, valuations and strategy, family office, global services, forensics, sustainability and ESG advisory, tax, and audit and assurance.

What customers say

Based on genuine customer reviews

For private clients and businesses navigating cross-border tax affairs, the Canberra practice of Nexia Australia draws consistent praise for the depth of its technical knowledge. Clients working across the tax regimes of both Britain and Australia describe the firm's grasp of how the two interact as invaluable, with several noting that balancing complex returns from abroad was handled with care.

Mark O'Shaughnessy is frequently named for his expertise in guiding organisations through ATO audits and intricate business matters, while Kalista Pakkiyaretnam earns repeated recognition for her responsiveness, accuracy and genuine commitment to clients' outcomes. Francesco Merlino is also singled out for precision and professionalism. A theme that recurs across the feedback is the timeliness of communication, with clients remarking that questions are answered promptly by phone or email, and that advice is delivered in clear, practical terms rather than jargon.

Long-standing relationships, some spanning decades, are common among reviewers, who value the sense of trust and continuity this brings to both personal and company financial affairs. The firm's work extends beyond routine accounting into strategic financial planning, superannuation concerns and investment strategy, with clients describing the support as thorough, reliable and tailored to complex circumstances. Prompt, knowledgeable service on tax and business matters stands out as the unifying thread.

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Reviews

Reviews are taken from publicly available sources.

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Davide Prette13 November 2025

A truly outstanding professional experience I would like to express my utmost appreciation for the exceptional work carried out by the team at Nexia Australia, and in particular by Mr. Francesco Merlino, who has consistently provided us with an impeccable level of service, precision, and professionalism throughout our collaboration. A firm distinguished by clarity, expertise and strategic vision From the very beginning, Nexia Australia stood out for its ability to simplify complex matters and translate them into clear, actionable guidance. Their range of services — from taxation to business advisory, accounting and strategic planning — is delivered with a level of competence and structure that gives clients true peace of mind. What we appreciated the most was their proactive approach: instead of simply responding to requests, they anticipated potential issues, guided us through the best solutions, and always ensured that we were aligned with the most up-to-date regulations and compliance requirements. Exceptional professionalism from Mr. Francesco Merlino Working with Francesco has been, without doubt, one of the most positive aspects of our experience with Nexia. He distinguished himself through: • Outstanding availability: Francesco always made himself accessible — whether for scheduled meetings or urgent, unexpected questions — providing timely and reassuring responses. • High-level precision and attention to detail: Every document, calculation, explanation or recommendation was delivered with clarity and meticulous accuracy. • Human, collaborative approach: Beyond the technical expertise, what truly makes Francesco exceptional is his ability to understand the broader context of our business and personal needs. He supported us not simply as an external consultant, but as a genuine partner committed to our success. • Consistency and reliability: Throughout the entire process, he maintained a constant standard of excellence. Not once did we feel uncertain or unsupported. A partner, not just a service provider Nexia Australia offers a wide suite of professional services, but the real difference lies in how they deliver them. Their team combines solid technical knowledge, modern tools, strategic insight and a customer-oriented mindset. This allowed us to navigate complex financial and contractual matters with confidence, supported by a firm that clearly values long-term relationships, transparency and accuracy. Our overall experience Our experience with Nexia Australia — and specifically with Francesco — has been nothing short of outstanding. We felt supported, well-advised and genuinely cared for at every stage. Their professionalism is matched by their human touch, which is becoming increasingly rare in the corporate and accounting world. Highly recommended For any business or professional seeking reliable, forward-thinking and personalised support, I strongly recommend Nexia Australia. And if you have the opportunity to work with Francesco Merlino, you will be in excellent hands. His precision, availability and commitment to excellence elevate the entire experience to an exceptional level. Thank you to the entire Nexia team — and especially Francesco — for the remarkable work and the trust you have given us. We look forward to continuing this partnership in the future

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Georgia Harris-Love11 October 2025

After using Nexia previously, we were not impressed with the service. I am so glad we gave them another try as for our CGT returns for the UK and Australia, they have been fantastic. Specifically Samkit Maniar, our consultant from the Canberra office. He has been so efficient and has answered any questions I have had with patience. Thank you, Samkit.

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Rauraidh Purnell7 September 2025

Came to Nexia to help with my tax across the UK and Australia and they were very helpful right from the start, the communication was clear, which has led to a very smooth process each time for me.

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Rory Slader17 August 2025

Since moving to Australia 5 years ago I've been using Nexia for my tax returns to ensure both UK and Australia returns are covered. Their expertise, responsiveness, and clear explanations have made navigating complex tax far less stressful.

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Adele Tyson31 July 2025

Nexia have done a great job managing my tax affairs for the last few years. They have deep knowledge of both the Australian and UK tax systems and how they interact with each other which has been invaluable to me in moving between the two. Anmol has been consistently helpful and knowledgeable - I would certainly recommend him for anyone navigating the UK and Australian tax systems

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Kris Viner18 July 2025

Anmol and the team at Nexia have proven to be excellent partners in managing my tax and investment strategies in the UK and Australia. They were very easy to work with and I felt great value for money when I was balancing some difficult returns in the UK from Australia.

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Lindsey Burne17 July 2025

Nexia Canberra has been our go to for all things tax, financial and more for many, many years. We have been totally satisfied. Highly recommend. Mark, Kalista and the broader team are fantastic.

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Contact
+61262795400act.nexia.com.auSuite 2.01, Level 2/17 Moore St, Canberra ACT 2601
Working hours
Monday08:30–17:00
Tuesday08:30–17:00
Wednesday08:30–17:00
Thursday08:30–17:00
Friday08:30–17:00
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed