CA Nitin J. Shetty is the founder partner of Nitin J Shetty & Co. He was admitted as an associate member of The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) in January 1987 and as a Fellow of The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India in February 1992. His field of specialization is Direct Taxes.

Given his long experience of nearly three decades in the field of accounting, taxation and management consultancy, Nitin understands client service & the industry and how to deftly run a professional services firm. He started Nitin J Shetty & Co. to build an organization dedicated to adding value for its stakeholders and clients, with special emphasis on quality service and ethical standards.

Nitin J Shetty can be reached at the email id – nitin@nitinjshetty.com

CA Sunitha R. Furtado is a partner in the firm and was admitted as an associate member of ICAI in September 2009 and as a Fellow of ICAI in October 2014.

She has to her credit the following post qualification courses conducted by ICAI:

1. Diploma in Information Systems Audit (DISA)
2. Certificate Course on Concurrent Audit of Banks conducted by ICAI.

She has been associated with the firm since 1993 joining the firm as an Article clerk. Furtado’s fields of specialization include Audit & Taxation. She looks after Direct Taxes and provides consultation in this area. She is currently a visiting faculty in finance and taxation matters at various commerce colleges in and around Mangaluru.

Sunitha R. Furtado can be reached at the email id-  sunitha@nitinjshetty.com

CA Sriram V. Rao is a partner at Nitin J Shetty & Co. He graduated in commerce from Canara College, Mangaluru in 2005. He joined as Article Assistant under CA. S. Srinivas Kamath in 2008 and completed the same in 2011. He was admitted as an Associate member of ICAI in January 2013 after having completed his CA final by the end of 2012, and as a fellow member of ICAI in April 2018.

Sriram has to his credit the following post qualification courses conducted by ICAI:

1. Diploma in International Taxation (DIIT)
2. Diploma in Information Systems Audit (DISA)
3. Certificate Course on Concurrent Audit of Banks
4. Certificate Course on Forensic Audit & Fraud Detection
5. Certificate Course on UAE Corporate Tax
6. Certificate Course on Artificial Intelligence for Chartered Accountants (AICA)
7. Certificate Course on FEMA

Sriram joined Nitin J Shetty & Co. in May 2012 and as Partner from April 2013. He represents clients in Appeal matters before departmental authorities, appellate authorities including Income Tax Appellate tribunal.

He is also into Direct Taxes especially International Taxation and providing advisory/consultancy to various categories of clients. Apart from these, he also handles some of the Corporate Audits, Tax Audits and Bank Audits.

He has presented seminars

• For member of ICAI at SIRC of Chennai, Mangaluru, Udupi, & Kannur branch of ICAI
• For Income Tax assessing officers at Mangaluru under Training programme conducted by National Academy of Direct Taxes (NADT)
• For students of Mangaluru & Udupi SICASA,

on various topics in Direct Taxes & International Taxation.

Presently, he is also a visiting faculty in finance and taxation matters at various commerce colleges in and around Mangaluru.

Sriram V. Rao can be reached at the email id – sriram@nitinjshetty.com

Dhanush D. Bolar is a practicing Chartered Accountant and a Partner at M/s. Nitin J Shetty & Co., Chartered Accountants. He has been an Fellow Member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) and holds certifications from ICAI in both Indian Accounting Standards (Ind AS) and the Foreign Exchange Management Act (FEMA).

With a strong foundation in Direct Taxation, Tax Planning, Audit & Assurance, and FEMA compliance and advisory, he specializes in corporate audits, representation in income tax assessments before the Income Tax Authorities, and appearances before the Directorate of Enforcement. His practice is particularly focused on direct tax advisory and cross-border transactions under FEMA.

In addition to his professional engagements, he has served as a guest faculty at various academic and professional institutions and has delivered CPE seminars for ICAI members across different branches and for CA students, focusing on topics related to Direct Tax and FEMA. He is also a regular contributor on the YouTube channel NRE Money Clinic, where he provides insights into FEMA and its implications for Non-Resident Indians (NRIs) and Overseas Citizens of India (OCIs). He has authored several articles on Direct Taxation and FEMA that have been published across various platforms.

Dhanush D. Bolar can be reached at the email id – dhanush@nitinjshetty.com

CA. Lakshmi Viswanath, FCA, is a Partner at M/s Nitin J Shetty & Co and heads the firm's Indirect Taxation practice. She qualified as a Chartered Accountant in 2013 and became a Fellow Member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) in 2018. Prior to joining the firm, she was associated with The South Indian Bank Ltd for five years, where she was actively involved in credit analysis and sanction of corporate loans. Since 2018, she has been practicing in the field of Indirect Taxation with a strong focus on Goods and Services Tax (GST). She has completed the Certificate Course on GST conducted by ICAI in 2019 and the Artificial Intelligence Certificate Course by ICAI in 2024.

She handles both compliance and litigation in the field of GST. Her areas of expertise include GST refunds for exporters and SEZ units, assistance in filing annual GST returns , handling departmental audits, replying to scrutiny and show cause notices, filing appeals, representing clients before GST authorities, consultancy and advisory services.

Lakshmi Viswanath can be reached at the email id – lakshmi@nitinjshetty.com

CA Rodney Pinto is an Associate Member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India. After finishing his graduation from St. Aloysius College, he completed his articleship at Nitin J. Shetty & Co. He is a partner since April 2022. He has experience in the field of indirect taxes and audit. His area of specialization includes indirect tax planning and consultancy and handling cases before GST authorities. He is also a guest lecturer at various institutions.

Rodney R. Pinto can be reached at –rodney@nitinjshetty.com

Naveenachandra T is an Associate member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India since October – 2022. He has experience in the field of audit and assurance of corporate entities with various sectors. He has previous work experience in statutory audits of corporates including listed Company and Government Company. His area of specialization includes Statutory Audits, Internal Audits, Direct tax and Indirect tax Compliances, IND AS and IFRS. He is also a guest lecturer at various management institutions in and around Mangalore.

Naveenachandra T can be reached at the email id – naveen@nitinjshetty.com

“Accuracy builds trust, and trust builds lasting relationships.”

With over 30 years of professional experience, Mahesh Kumar is a seasoned expert in the fields of audit, taxation, accounting, and financial advisory. As a valued member of Nitin J Shetty & Co., Chartered Accountants, he has consistently delivered solutions that blend technical accuracy with practical insights, helping individuals, businesses, and institutions achieve financial clarity and long-term compliance.

Mahesh Kumar’s expertise spans every aspect of accounting and auditing, with a strong specialization in trust audits, school and college audits, statutory compliance, and taxation strategies. His hands-on approach, deep industry knowledge, and commitment to excellence have earned him a reputation for being reliable, detail-oriented, and client-focused.

Believing that true professionalism lies in building confidence and trust, Mahesh Kumar approaches every assignment with integrity, transparency, and dedication. Whether it’s guiding educational institutions through complex audit requirements or assisting organizations in navigating taxation challenges, he ensures that clients receive solutions tailored to their unique needs.

Mahesh Kumar can be reached at the email id – mahesh@nitinjshetty.com

Advisor – Taxation and Corporate Laws

Mr. Joel A. D’Souza is a highly experienced Advisor in Taxation and Corporate Laws with extensive expertise in corporate compliance, taxation, and allied legal matters. He is an Associate Company Secretary (ACS) and holds a Master’s in Commerce (M.Com) from St. Aloysius College, Mangalore.

He began his professional journey in academics as a full-time faculty member at St. Aloysius Evening College, Mangalore, and also served as a visiting faculty at several colleges in and around Mangalore for PG and UG courses. During this period, he acted as a Semester Exam Observer for IGNOU, Mangalore Exam Centre, gaining valuable experience in academic administration and mentoring students.

In May 2012, he joined M/s. Nitin J Shetty & Co., Chartered Accountants, where he has become a trusted Advisor to corporate clients, including multinational companies. He has successfully guided finance departments of MNCs in establishing efficient compliance Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and ensuring adherence to statutory requirements.

His professional expertise spans:

• Corporate Compliance Advisory – Handling ROC filings, board matters, secretarial audits, and corporate governance.
• Taxation & TDS Advisory – Strategic tax planning for individuals and non-individuals and compliance management.
• Labour Law Compliance – Guidance on labour regulations and employment-related statutory obligations.
• STPI Compliance – Ensuring adherence to Software Technology Parks of India (STPI) regulations for IT/tech companies.

He combines deep technical knowledge with practical experience, making him a trusted advisor for corporate compliance and taxation strategy. He has also provided guidance to the Income Tax Department on complex TDS matters and compliance issues, reflecting his depth of practical knowledge.

He continues to share his expertise as a visiting faculty while focusing on corporate advisory, taxation strategy, and regulatory compliance for a diverse range of clients, from startups to multinational corporations.

Joel D’Souza can be reached at the email id – joel@nitinjshetty.com

CA Joystan Dsouza is a Chartered Accountant at Nitin J Shetty & Co. He graduated in Commerce from St Aloysius College, Mangaluru in 2021 along with a Post Graduate Diploma in Investment Management, completed his articleship at Prasanna Shenoy & Associates from 2021 to 2024, and was admitted as an Associate Member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) in November 2025.

He joined Nitin J Shetty & Co. in October 2025 as an Associate. He specializes in GST and Indirect Taxes, with a major focus on litigation, including drafting replies to show cause notices, handling scrutiny, departmental audit, inspection, search, and summons proceedings, preparing and filing appeals before the First Appellate Authority and the GST Appellate Tribunal (GSTAT), representing clients at personal hearings, handling GST refunds as well as providing GST advisory to Government bodies and corporate clients.

He served as Secretary of the Mangaluru Branch of SICASA of ICAI for 2022–23, during which the branch was awarded the Second Best CA Students' Association by ICAI at New Delhi.

He has presented papers at the following CA Students' Conferences:

• National Conference, Ludhiana Branch of NICASA (June 2024) – "GST on Landlording"
• National Conference, Mangaluru Branch of SICASA (June 2024) – "Pharmaceutical Patents and Access to Medicines: Balancing IPR and Public Health Concerns"
• Regional Conference, Udupi Branch of SICASA (December 2023) – "Integrated Accounting and its Future in India"
• Mega Conference, Ghaziabad Branch of CICASA (July 2023) – "Safeguarding Interests of Creditors under Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, 2016"

His paper on "GST on Landlording" won him the Best Paper Presenter Award at the CA Students' National Conference, Ludhiana Branch of NICASA.

Joystan Dsouza can be reached at the email id – joystan@nitinjshetty.com

Sampath N Shetty is an Associate Member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI), with professional experience spanning direct taxation, direct tax litigation, audit and assurance, and related areas of financial and regulatory compliances.

He completed his Bachelor of Commerce in 2019 and began his Chartered Accountancy journey with M/s. Shetty & Co., Chartered Accountants, Balmatta, Mangaluru, where he commenced his articleship in 2020. His experience during this period provided him with broad exposure to statutory and tax audits, direct tax compliance, assessments, and various accounting and advisory assignments. He qualified as a Chartered Accountant in 2024.

In 2025, he joined Pierian Venturity LLP, working on accounting and finance engagements for a US-based organisation. This experience provided him with an understanding of international finance processes and strengthened his exposure to cross-border accounting practices.

He joined M/s. Nitin J Shetty & Co., Chartered Accountants, in 2026 as an Associate, where he is involved in a diverse range of professional engagements, with a focus on direct taxation, direct tax litigation, audit and assurance, and related compliance matters.

Sampath N Shetty can be reached at the email id – sampath@nitinjshetty.com