Evelina Gao

Professional profile

I am a Qualified CPA, approaching 8 years of experience in Australian taxation.

I am super passionate about learning new skills. At this stage in my career I am interested in expanding my professional experience by seeking new challenges in advising small business owners and those looking to build a secure financial future!

I was eager to join the CapitalQ Team when I learned they were recruiting back in 2019 as I was keen to start a new chapter in my life.

In my opinion, CapitalQ has two unique strengths.  The first is the focus on business building, including a passion for small business marketing.  The other is innovation, and always looking for ways to improve our Client’s business processes. Both are aimed at helping our Clients grow their businesses and achieve their financial goals.

I have a passion for working with small business owners, I also love assisting clients with all manner of queries, from simple everyday accounting requests, right through to more complex taxation and compliance issues. With my ever expanding knowledge and experience, and a natural ability to bring out the best in my Team, I believe I am able to deliver great service to a range of Clients across varying industries including mining, property and construction, hospitality and professional services.

Personal profile

I’m always eager to push myself, both in my professional life and personal pursuits, constantly seeking out new challenges and opportunities to learn. Whether it’s advancing my career or exploring a new hobby, I thrive on growth and self-improvement.

Outside of work, I’m a big fan of the outdoors. Whether it’s swimming, discovering new water sports like sailing, or just enjoying the fresh air, I love spending time outside. Right now, I’m focusing on enhancing my tennis skills and improving my swimming, while also staying on top of my functional training and gym workouts to keep my body in balance. I’m also excited to pick up a new sport – Padel and can’t wait to learn the ropes and improve my skills on the court.

In my downtime, I’ve been diving into home improvement—learning new skills as I renovate my garden and experiment in the kitchen with my new food processor. Cooking healthy, delicious meals is a big part of my routine, helping me stay energized and fit.

A true lover of nature, I enjoy exploring my adopted home of Australia whenever I can. It’s the perfect place to recharge and get inspired.

When it comes to socialising, I’m a great listener. I enjoy connecting with friends and hearing about their lives—the highs and lows alike. I find joy in supporting others and celebrating life’s moments, big and small.

As an accountant, I’m naturally organised and routine driven. My weekends are spent catching up on the little things around the house, ensuring I’m prepared and at my best for the week ahead.

Speaking of, my morning routine always kicks off with a perfectly brewed cup of tea!