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Frequently Asked Questions 

A registered BAS agent is authorised by the Tax Practitioners Board to prepare and lodge Business Activity Statements (BAS) with the Australian Taxation Office. This includes GST, PAYG withholding, and ensuring your business remains compliant with ATO requirements. 

A bookkeeper keeps your financial records accurate and up to date, giving you a clear understanding of your business performance. This allows you to make informed decisions, identify opportunities for growth, and stay compliant with your obligations. 

Most small businesses lodge BAS quarterly, while some are required to lodge monthly depending on turnover and ATO requirements. We can advise what applies to your business. 

Cloud bookkeeping uses online accounting software, allowing you to access your financial data anytime, anywhere. It improves efficiency, collaboration, and real-time visibility of your business performance. 

We are experienced in leading platforms including Xero and MYOB as well as the ATO portal. 

Yes. While software automates many tasks, a professional bookkeeper ensures transactions are correctly coded, reconciled, and compliant. This reduces errors and ensures accurate reporting. 

Both play important roles. Bookkeepers manage your day-to-day financial records, while accountants focus on tax planning and compliance. Working together ensures the best outcomes for your business. 

Yes. We regularly collaborate with accountants to ensure accurate financial records and a smooth flow of information, allowing them to focus on strategic advice and tax planning. 

Yes. We can manage payroll processing, PAYG withholding, and superannuation obligations to ensure your employees are paid correctly and on time. 

Yes. As a registered BAS agent, we can liaise directly with the Australian Taxation Office regarding BAS lodgements, payments, and general queries. 

Missing a BAS deadline may result in penalties and interest from the ATO. We can assist with catching up overdue BAS, minimising penalties, and getting your records back on track. 

Absolutely. We specialise in clean-up and catch-up work, bringing your accounts up to date and ensuring everything is compliant moving forward. 

Our pricing is flexible because every business has different needs. Most clients invest between $300 and $900 per month, depending on the level of support required. We also offer fixed monthly packages, one-off project pricing, and hourly rates for ad-hoc work, so you can choose a solution that suits your business and budget.

Bookkeeping should be done regularly, weekly or monthly depending on your business size and transaction volume, to ensure accuracy and timely reporting.