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A full time position has arisen for an energetic and organised Administration Assistant. The primary responsibility of the role is to assist the Directors, Managers and Professional Staff in providing excellent client service. A variety of administration tasks are to be undertaken on a regular and consistent basis.
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Congratulations to Valentin Markez

Valentin Markez from our Assurance & Advisory Business Services division received a promotion to Senior Manager.  Valentin is a true success story for Merit Partners since commencing employment with Merit Partners in February 2005 through a 457 visa arrangement. 

Since arriving in Darwin Valentin has embraced the Territorian lifestyle, even to the extent of owning a pet crocodile!  He is now a permanent resident and has built up strong client relationships.  For further information see his staff profile.

Donation to Somerville Community Services

Merit Partners hosted a morning tea for Somerville and presented to Vicki O’Halloran and Josie Bacus a donation to contribute towards the worthwhile range of services that they do within the community. Somerville enhances the dignity and quality of life of people most disadvantaged in and damaged by our society. See Photo from left to right Vicki O’Halloran, Amin Islam, Josie Bacus, Elisabeth Tan and Margaret Seccafien.

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Essington - 20 Years

The Essington School celebrated their 20th Anniversary in September.  Since its inception it has grown from a small Montessori based playgroup to a Preschool, Primary School, Middle School and Year 10 offering Year 10 and 11 subjects. Essington is a school that is going places and Merit Partners is pleased to be associated with them.

Chamber congratulates Merit Partners

Merit Partners (and predecessor firms) was recently recognised for 30 years continuous membership of the Chamber of Commerce & Industry NT.  The Chamber presented Amin Islam with a Certificate of Recognition of this milestone at the annual gala ball.  We took along three of our own long term clients to enjoy the evening with us.  We firmly believe that our membership of the Chamber of Commerce is another way of contributing something back to the business community whilst providing Merit Partners access to the benefits of Chamber membership.

Merit Partner Promotions

Merit Partners recognises people going places and in January we promoted 3 staff in our Tax and Business Services division.  Yong has been promoted to Assistant Manager and we have 2 more senior accountants in our ranks – Ochie Sanchez and Vicki Fitirikkos.  Ochie and Vicki commenced with Merit Partners in 2004 as trainee graduates straight from Year 12 and participated in our trainee program which combines on the job experience with formal training via their undergraduate degree.  They are currently undertaking the Chartered Accounting Program.  Yong is a fully qualified CPA and has been with Merit Partners since September 2007.  Yong, Ochie and Vicki demonstrate their commitment to Merit Partners values every day and we congratulate them on their promotions. Partners and we wish them good luck with their new positions.

Go Wild with Merit

Merit Partners Christmas Party was held at the Crocosaurus Cove with the theme Go Wild which the staff fully embraced.  The four teams had their own interpretations of “Go Wild” -. we had the Evolution Team from apes to punk rockers, the Erwins & Australia Zoo, the Tigers Footballers and the Wild West team.  We also had a raffle of 2 crocodile belts which were kindly donated by Mick Burns.  We were thrilled that the raffles raised $450 which was donated to the Kmart Wishing Tree Appeal.

Bubs

Congratulations to Candice & Adam on the safe delivery of Addison Olivia, born on 4 December.  Candice is chuffed that she now has one of each as Addison joins Alexander in their family.  Candice is on maternity leave and whilst she will be sorely missed by clients and staff alike we wish her great joy and contentment in the time spent with her growing family.

Departures

We bid a very sad farewell to Narelle Crichton in December as she has re-located to the beach side town of Kingscliff in New South Wales.  Narelle was with Merit Partners for 11 years, joining as a graduate accountant rising to the position of Senior Manager.  Her contribution to Merit Partners and predecessor firms over this long period has been outstanding and she will be sorely missed.  We wish Narelle, Matt and baby Dayna all the very best in their new life away from the Territory. 

Creative Territory receives award

Congratulations to Tracy and her team at Creative Territory for being named Champion Specialised Small Business at the Australian Small Business Champion Gala Dinner and Awards Ceremony last November.  Full details of this award can be found on Creative Territory website. Creative Territory website.

Simon Coulter – 7 years of service

Simon Coulter has reached a milestone of 7 years service with Ernst & Young and Merit Partners. The staff and Merit Partners acknowledged his contribution to both organisations at a special morning tea. See Simon's profile for more information on his areas of expertise.

Winners are Grinners

Merit Partners are the proud winners of Institute of Chartered Accountants Tri-Sport Challenge after claiming victory over other Darwin Accounting firms in the annual indoor competition. Merit Partners were convincing winners in Netball and Cricket and narrowly lost soccer.  Our efforts resulted in Merit Partners achieving the highest aggregate score to take out the top prize.  Congratulations to our talented staff members and their partners who participated in this fiercely competitive (and fun) event.

RAAF Darwin Golf Club Sponsorship

Merit Partners are proud to be associated with the RAAF Darwin Golf Club. As a local firm we are committed to supporting local community charities and organisations.  We are thrilled with our new sign on the 18th tee which embodies both Merit Partners and the spirit of golf – “Driving Success”

Rosemary (pictured) and the team at Merit Partners are always welcome at RAAF Golf Club and we are hoping a by-product of our sponsorship will be an improvement in our golf!  If you are looking for a firm that will drive your success and help you take time off to play some golf, look no further than Merit Partners.

Merit passes Annual Surveillance Audit for ISO 9001:2000

As part of Merit’s ongoing commitment to excellence, they had their annual surveillance audit carried out to the ISO 9001:2000 occur in July 2009.  The structure of the audit was in accordance with the audit plan and audit planning matrix. The audit team concluded that Merit Partners has established and maintained its management system in line with the requirements for services within the scope and organisations policy and objectives.

Merit Partners Celebrates 5th Birthday

At 5:00pm on the 5th of March Merit Partners staff and clients came together to celebrate Merit Partners’ 5th Birthday.The event was surrounded by intrigue, with special invitations sent with the code word mi5.  read more...

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