“It is crucially important to have the right mix of investments, have the best possible tax minimisation strategies, insurance and superannuation investment schemes in place that enable you to meet your long term investment goals.”
Saul Markunsky
Saul is a leading authority on our tax system as it relates to the entertainment industry, advising some of the industry’s biggest names. Tax professionals and agents in Hollywood also seek out his expertise when their artists are working in here.
Before moving to Sydney in 1996, Saul was a senior figure within the South African Revenue Service. He’s a highly qualified chartered accountant and business adviser, holding a degree in Commerce and Accountancy from Johannesburg’s University of Witwatersrand.
His expertise spans tax planning (including tax averaging), wealth protection, retirement strategies and superannuation, trust fund management, estate and succession planning and more.
Saul was drawn to In The Picture by its commercial focus and track record in providing tailored solutions to clients. His passion for the creative industries has kept him here. He became a partner, then managing partner, before taking the reins completely in December 2008.
When not focused on tax Saul enjoys a good restaurant and taking his dogs on long walks.
MEET THE ‘IN THE PICTURE’ TEAM
In The Picture
Sydney Team
CARLA LA MOTTA
A Chartered Accountant since 1981, Carla graduated from UNSW with a Bachelor of Commerce (majoring in Accounting, Finance, and Systems). She has over 30 years’ experience in accounting, taxation, and systems, across many industries, including banking, insurance, and engineering. Carla has been in public practice for the past twelve years. She is equally fluent in English and Italian.
STEPHEN BARKER
As a senior accountant, Stephen prepares and processes tax returns for individuals, Trusts and Companies, assisted by two junior accountants. He also organises training sessions, and represents In The Picture’s property portfolio. He’s been a practising accountant for 14 years, is a member of the ICAA, and has degrees in Business Marketing and Business Accounting, and a Grad Diploma in Accounting. Outside work, he enjoys golf, travel, and skiing.
VICTOR XIA
Victor has been with In The Picture for more than a decade. He has a Masters in Accounting from the University of Technology Sydney (UTS), and is a member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants. As an SMSF specialist and auditor, Victor is always ready to help with any queries in this area. And as a father, he’s always ready to boast ABOUT HIS CHEEKY SON.
KRISTY WILSON
AMY TIAN
Amy has a Master’s in Accounting from Western Sydney University and has now been in the industry for sixteen years (over TEn of them here at In The Picture). When not busy keeping clients’ finances afloat, she’s an enthusiastic swimmer.
TATE CHAN
RANDY HIPOLITO
KIM ARENSON
Kim has nine years’ experience in bookkeeping, and has been developing skills in Income Averaging for four years. She graduated with a Bachelor of Business Accounting degree in 2018 and is a provisional member of the CA Board. Kim stays fit with running and regular gym visits.
JASON FANG
YUSUF SHEIKH
SAMANTHA XING
JAYDEN HOLDS A MASTER OF PROFESSIONAL ACCOUNTING AND IS A provisional CA MEMBER. SHE is our NEWEST BOOKKEEPING TEAM MEMBER AND ALSO manages ‘Sign Now’, our online signature program. When not sorting out RETURNs, SHE ENJOYS GETTING ON THE BASKETBALL COURT AND IS AN AVID ANIMAL LOVER.
BRENDA MCLAREN
JOINING IN THE PICTURE AS OUR PRACTICE MANAGER DURING THE CHAOS OF 2020. BRENDA MANAGED TO calm the STORM AND is now streamlining and bringing the practice into the future. WHEN SHE’S NOT GUIDING THE TEAM THROUGH NEW PROCESSES bRENDA GUIDES A SOCCERBALL AROUND the pitch.
REBEKAH SADLER
As Executive Assistant to Saul, Rebekah liaises directly with the ATO, ASIC, auditors, and directors and administrative staff of all our clients. She also provides invaluable assistance to our accountants when preparing Financial Statements, Income Tax Returns, and other essential documentation. In addition to all this, she somehow finds time to enjoy reading, music, and being outdoors.
SARAH NGUYEN
As receptionist, SARAH is your first point of contact at In The Picture. She enjoys interacting with our wide clientele and is always ready to help.
IZZY TARANNUM
IZZY joined In The Picture in as our receptionist, where she gained a invaluable knowledge that she now utilises to ensure things run smoothly as a member of our admin team. Outside of work she enjoys socialising and binge-ing on her favourite TV series.
OLIVIA TOMA
joining in the picture in MID 2022, OLIVIA IS AN invaluble part of our admin team, she has an ability to exceed at any new task sent her way.
