Bookkeeping Services for Small and Medium Businesses

Accurate records so your business always knows where it stands.

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Reliable bookkeeping underpins everything else in your business. Tax returns, BAS, payroll, and cashflow management all depend on your financial records being accurate and current. Many small business owners manage their own books without enough time to do them properly, or work with a bookkeeper who operates separately from their accountant. Working with a bookkeeper is far better than going without one. But when your books and your tax work sit with different people, communication gaps appear and details can fall through the cracks. When we handle your bookkeeping, the team looking after your books also sees your tax and BAS position. That means better communication, no duplicated work, and far less risk of something important slipping through unnoticed.

56% of Australian SME owners spend more than half their time managing internal operations rather than growing their business (MYOB Business Monitor, 2025).
58% of small business leaders have made an error with financial implications, such as over- or underpaying a supplier or employee, due to the pressure of administrative tasks (Reckon Research, 2019).

Bookkeeping That Works With Your Tax and BAS

Working with a bookkeeper is far better than going without one. But when your books and your tax work sit with different people, communication gaps appear and details can fall through the cracks.

When the same team manages your books and your BAS, your records are always in the shape your compliance work needs. Nothing needs to be handed over, re-explained, or double-checked between a separate bookkeeper and accountant.

If you need support beyond bookkeeping, our Business Tax Compliance service covers tax returns, BAS lodgement, and tax risk, and our Payroll Services cover wages, super, and payroll reporting.

Signs your current approach needs a review:

Books months behindUncategorised transactions piling upReceipts going missingBookkeeper and accountant not talkingSurprises at BAS time

What Our Bookkeeping Service Involves

Our bookkeeping is built around a simple workflow: you take photos of your receipts and invoices and upload them, and we categorise and reconcile everything from there.

Day-to-Day Transaction Recording

We keep your accounts current throughout the month rather than at the end of it, working from the receipts and invoices you upload.

  • Categorising the income and expense transactions you upload
  • Reconciling your uploaded receipts and supplier bills against your accounts
  • Maintaining accurate account balances between reporting periods
  • Identifying and flagging unusual or uncategorised transactions for review

Bank Reconciliations

Regular bank reconciliations confirm that your accounting records match your actual bank activity.

  • Reconcile all bank accounts on a consistent cycle
  • Match transactions against bank statements to confirm accuracy
  • Identify and resolve discrepancies before they accumulate
  • Maintain a clean audit trail of your records

Accounts Payable and Receivable Reporting

Keeping track of what you owe and what is owed to you is essential for managing cashflow. When we prepare your BAS, we include an aged receivables and payables report so you can see at a glance:

  • Outstanding invoices issued to customers and their due dates
  • Supplier bills due for payment and their terms
  • Overdue balances requiring follow-up
  • Your overall position, so you can plan payments and follow-ups

Integration with Tax and BAS Compliance

When the same team manages your books and your BAS, your records are always in the shape your compliance work needs.

  • No handover between a separate bookkeeper and accountant
  • Records kept BAS-ready throughout the year
  • Business Tax Compliance support for returns, lodgement, and tax risk
  • Payroll Services for wages, super, and payroll reporting

Your Invoicing Stays With You

You stay in control of your own customer invoicing. We focus on categorising, reconciling, and keeping your records accurate. Where a bespoke arrangement makes sense, we can take on more of the process, and we will agree on that scope with you up front.

Bookkeeping Services Across Australia

We provide bookkeeping services to clients across Australia through a structured remote model. Using cloud accounting software and clear communication processes, we manage your records accurately regardless of where you are located.

Because the same team can look after both your bookkeeping and your compliance work, your records and your obligations always line up.

Frequently Asked Questions

What accounting software do you use for bookkeeping?

We primarily work with Xero. If you are not already set up on Xero, we can help you get started. If you are using another platform, we can discuss whether it suits your needs or whether a migration makes sense.

How often will my books be worked on?

This depends on the volume of your transactions and your reporting needs. Most clients are on a weekly, fortnightly, or monthly cycle, depending on how much activity flows through the business. We will recommend a frequency that keeps your records current and supports your BAS and tax obligations.

Can you take over from my current bookkeeper?

Yes. We handle transitions from existing bookkeepers regularly. We review the current state of your accounts, identify anything that needs to be corrected, and take over from there. The handover process is straightforward.

Will I still be able to access my accounts myself?

Yes. You retain full access to your accounting software and can view your records at any time. We manage the reconciliation, but you always have visibility over your own accounts.

Can you provide bookkeeping as a standalone service?

Yes, bookkeeping is available as a service in its own right. Many of our bookkeeping clients also use us for tax and BAS, because having one team across both means better communication and fewer things slipping through the cracks, but it is not a requirement.

Do you work with clients outside Queensland?

Yes. We provide bookkeeping support to clients across Australia through a structured remote model, with in-person meetings available when it makes sense.

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Trusted by Small Business Owners for Over 35 Years

A few recent Google reviews from clients who use us for business tax, bookkeeping and ongoing support.

Google Reviews

Katiija Legood

“We’ve been with Simply Tax since starting our small business and couldn’t be happier. Always friendly, patient, and incredibly knowledgeable.”

Mike

“In all avenues of service Simply Tax has been excellent. For a first time ABN holder like me, the team has really been of great help.”

Rob Lynch

“Prompt and communication is excellent. Very happy with many years of service from Simply Tax Solutions.”

Sarah Roberts

“This is the second year we’ve used Simply Tax Solutions for our partnership return. Prompt, professional and helpful when preparing details for the ATO.”

Alistair Ogden

“A great choice as our tax agent. Gideon and the team are super friendly, always available to answer questions, and make organising tax so simple.”

Ready to Get Your Business Structure Right?

Whether you are starting a new business, implementing a growth strategy, or reviewing a structure that no longer serves you, we will help you make a clear, informed decision and set everything up properly from the beginning.

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