Elena is a Client Director in the Tax Consulting division of Pitcher Partners Melbourne. She has been advising in relation to employment taxes in a broad range of compliance and advisory matters. Prior to joining Pitcher Partners in 2015, Elena worked at a Big Four accounting firm obtaining extensive experience in the Employment Taxes and Indirect Taxes practices. Elena’s professional experience also included various appointments within the State Revenue Office of Victoria and practising as a solicitor at a Melbourne law firm. Elena is a member of the Tax Institute of Australia’s State Taxes Committee, providing valuable advice around employment taxes issues. In her work, Elena provides invaluable assistance to her clients in navigating the complexities of tax compliance. Over the years, she’s honed her skills that her clients truly value, including in-depth knowledge of tax provisions, meticulous attention to detail, and the ability to effectively communicate complex information in a clear and concise manner. Elena enjoys finding tailored solutions to her clients’ unique tax challenges and making a real difference in helping businesses thrive while staying compliant.
Elena actively contributes to the wider business community through participation in industry groups and thought leadership initiatives by writing articles, speaking at industry conferences, and contributing insights to professional publications. She has worked closely with industries ranging from technology and healthcare to manufacturing and hospitality, providing specialized employment taxes consulting services tailored to their unique needs.
Qualifications and Memberships
- Bachelor of Laws and Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting) (The University of Melbourne)
- Admitted to practice as Australian Legal Practitioner since 2005
- Member of the Law Institute of Victoria
- Member of the Taxation Institute of Australia (“TIA”)
- Member of the TIA’s State Taxes Committee
