Beaumaris

A Special Kind of Tax & Accounting Service​

As a successful Australian owned business, we understand the challenges you face, from making effective business decisions to maximising your net worth. With a team of highly qualified accountants, we build all facets of the financial needs of our clients through strong customer relationships to achieve their goals and bring back the balance they need!

Call Us to Lodge a Tax Return Over the Phone

Choose this option if you:

• Want a fast, easy option that takes the stress out of lodging your return
• Need one of our experienced personal tax accountants to help you with your tax
• Need more understanding of your tax return
• Want the best options to boost your refund

 

Our Services

Accounting and Bookkeeping

Includes preparation of annual accounts, management of accounts for tax, business appraisal, planning purposes and constructive advice on a regular basis.

Taxation

Involves preparation and lodgement of tax returns, preparing activity statements and advice on payments. GST/FBT obligations, tax minimisation and advice on implementation of tax and effective trust structures for assets protection. Management of ATO audits or disputes.

Business Services

Our team of small business tax accountants guide businesses to reach their full potential in profit, focus and competition by offering flexible strategies and solutions.

Business insight

Get real time visibility into your business’ financial performance and opportunities to improve.

 

Why Choose Us?

At AIM S Australia, we aim to understand each of our clients’ needs and desires to ensure we can provide the best solution to maximise business growth and financial gain.

Our dynamic team of highly qualified and committed Melbourne based tax return accountants and bookkeepers represent a combination of decades of experience and young fresh ideas. We will work hard to ensure that any personal or business tax services are as tax-effective as possible. We can conduct a comprehensive analysis of your income, assets and debts, and recommend solutions that will fulfil your financial needs.

Our accountants in Caulfield and Melbourne understand that selecting a firm to entrust your accounting, financial and business advisory needs to is an important decision requiring great care and forethought. Uncertain times, rapid economic changes and increases in competitive pressures magnify this significance. That is why at AIM S Australia, we strive to provide our clients with valuable and advantageous advice to assist them in making the right decisions with tools such as benchmarking, budgeting, cash-flow forecasting and more.

 

 

Our Values

Integrity

No more late nights and weekends trying to balance your books, pay taxes or sort out payroll issues.

Excellence

Reduce your accounting costs by presenting clean books to one of our tax return accountants.

Honesty

We specialise in bringing your books up to date and can deal directly with the ATO for you.

Teamwork

Get real time visibility into your business’ financial performance and opportunities to improve.

Responsibility

Our small business tax accountants will take care of all your tax related matters and ensure that your business complies with the ATO’s tax regulations.

 

AccountantSMART – Expert Accountants & Tax Agents

Serving Glenhuntly in Melbourne and the surrounding areas of Caulfield, Carnegie, Ormond, Elsternwick, Murrumbeena, McKinnon, Bentleigh, including Melbourne CBD.

AccountantSMART brings together a team of professionals who are highly experienced in taxation, accounting and business advisory services for all types of business and individuals.

AccountantSMART is a team of expert accountants and tax agents specialized in personal tax returns, business tax returns and tax advice. We have been serving the Glenhuntly in Melbourne, Caulfield, Carnegie, Ormond, Elsternwick and surrounding areas, and are making the difference in the market through the level of our professionalism. Our accountants have all the required skills and experience to give you the best possible outcome. We build long-lasting relationships with our clients and always look forward to provide them with an exceptional tax and accounting services. Our accountants build a solution around your needs and make sure there is full focus on accuracy and quality of services.

Smarter way to file tax returns

Most of people are required to file tax returns, but if you are not sure, we can advise you. For you it may be a complex issue but we make it a simple and easy process. We can review your taxes and identify if you are paying more tax than necessary and make sure you don’t have to anymore. We will ensure that you claim everything you are eligible for, so you receive the maximum tax refund. If you want a professional accountant to help you manage and minimize your tax bill in Melbourne and the surrounding areas of Caulfield, Carnegie, Ormond, Elsternwick, Murrumbeena, McKinnon, Bentleigh, including Melbourne CBD, call us today.

 

ABOUT US

AccountantSMART is a progressive team represented by SMART professionals consists of accountants, tax specialists, financial planners, auditors, mortgage brokers and other specialists. We provide a combination of accounting, taxation, audit and business advisory services commensurate to our clients needs.

AccountantSMART embraces a best of breed philosophy, whereby we source external advisors to assist with particular tasks outside our area of expertise. We seek the most appropriate external advisors available to cater for the most complex taxation, superannuation and legal advice.

 

 

SERVICES

Tax & Accounting Compliance

Business Strategy

Wealth Management

Superannuation

Audit & Assurance

Corporate Secretarial Services

Professional Bookkeeping

Loans & Finance

Tax Returns

 

Tax & Accounting Compliance
We understand the complex tax system and we are going to make that knowledge make sense to you and your business.

 

Business Strategy
AccountantSMART not only know what the legislation says but are able to explain what it means to your business and find the solution from taxation and commercial perspective.

 

Wealth Management
Planning for financial future is important in creating and protecting wealth for your prosperity. People have personal investments, their business assets, their SMSF.

 

Superannuation (SMSF)
If you desire financial freedom in retirement, then you must take control and be proactive about planning for your retirement.

 

Audit & Assurance

AccountantSMART provide solutions, communicating our observations and conclusions with your management team. We can help you with audit & assurance services including:

• Financial statement audits
• Due diligence and risk assessment
• Forensic accounting
• Internal audit
• Internal systems reviews
• Audit of prospective financial information
• Business & trust account audits

Financial statement audit

A financial statement audit is an opinion on whether your financial reports are prepared, in all material respects, in accordance with an applicable financial reporting framework.

We take a constructive approach to our audits. During the audit, our team maintains an ongoing discussion with you about your audit work, its progress, issues and improvement opportunities.

Due diligence & risk assessment

It’s often an essential service for:

• The purchase of a business;
• The purchase of an equity share;
• Shareholder disputes;
• Funding requirements or capital raising;
• Internal diagnostic/audit review; and
• Succession planning.

 

Corporate Secretarial Services

We assist our clients with the implementation and maintenance of their corporate secretarial responsibilities. The regulations imposed by the Australian Securities and Investment Commission are not at the forefront of director’s minds when attending to the day to day tasks in running their business. These services include maintaining corporate registers, and preparation and lodgement of all statutory documents required by ASIC.

 

Bookkeeping & Financial Record Management

AccountantSMART provides a wide range of quality and timely bookkeeping and financial record management service. This can be basic and cost effective solutions or high end complex options depending upon your needs. Let us show you how we can streamline your business accounting processes and make them more efficient.

A key advantage of our bookkeeping service is the close working relationship maintained between accountant and bookkeeper. This way we are able to streamline and simplify your financial reporting function. Our bookkeepers are able to perform their services either at your business premises or from our office in accordance with your requirements.

AccountantSMART bookkeepers specialise in Xero, MYOB and Quickbooks accounting packages, but also have hands on experience with other accounting packages.

 

Loans & Finance

In colllaboration with our trading partners, we can offer a range of car, home and business loan solutions. Whether you are planning to buy a home or business or looking for an investment property, AccountantSMART can offer you a tailored solution to meet your lending needs. AccountantSMART have professional network of service providers in the areas of:

• Legal
• Mortgage Broking
• Financial Services
• Conveyancing
• Insurance
• Property Advisory
• Motor Vehicle / Equipment Leasing

We guarantee the highest level of transparency and service.

 

 

TAX ACCOUNTANTS & BUSINESS ADVISERS IN CAULFIELD

We provide peace of mind for you and your business by delivering accounting, bookkeeping, tax compliance and advisory services in Caulfield East.

 

AWARD WINNING ACCOUNTING PRACTICE IN CAULFIELD

Specializing in all cloud accounting & bookeeping automation solutions.

Based in Caulfield East, Hillyer Riches is a friendly dedicated team of qualified accountants, business advisers and mentors for family-owned businesses.

With over 30 years of experience we don’t just talk about theory, we give practical advice that helps you achieve real results.

Whether you’re a startup with an innovative concept, establishing a new company, growing or consolidating your business, maximising your superannuation, or seeking the right advice about how to protect your investments, Hillyer Riches gives you an advantage.

Our accountants are trained experts in cloud accounting solutions and are able to provide advice and guidance on adoption of the right technology to suit your business. As a partner with MYOB, Quickbooks & XERO, Hillyer Riches is able to review your needs and select the system that suits you best.

 

LEADING THE WAY FOR BUSINESS COMPLIANCE & ADVISORY SERVICES

 

Accounting

Our services include all aspects of tax accounting and planning, pre-30 June reviews, tax cost minimisation strategies, capital gains tax record keeping, BAS and IAS requirements, and cloud bookkeeping services. We will make sure you comply with all statutory requirements at both state and federal levels – it is our job, not yours, to keep up with all the legislation.

 

Bookkeeping

Let Hillyer Riches, we take care of your XERO and MYOB bookkeeping needs while you focus on growing your business! We offer bookkeeping services for small businesses in all the major suburbs in Melbourne. We will take care of your books while you focus on making more sales for your small business. Check out our accounting solutions and see which suits your needs.

 

Taxation

We ensure that you are structured in the most tax-effective manner so that you can be confident that you are paying the least amount of tax possible. Legally minimising the amount of tax payable is strongly dependent on having the appropriate structure in place so that you can apply the funds towards growing a sustainable business.

 

Business Advisory

Building and maintaining a successful business in today’s rapidly changing environment is a balancing act. Sustaining year on year growth, while keeping up to date with commercial and legislative compliance and managing the challenges of daily business operations, places huge demands on business owners and directors.

Our specialist advisors work with you in a role to help you plan and implement contemporary business practices that will allow you to keep a close eye on the detail while not losing sight of the big picture.

 

SMSF

Our Self Managed Super administration service can help you achieve the benefits of an SMSF by taking care of the administration and compliance of your SMSF, creating free time for you to focus on the critical job of managing the investments of your fund.

With a self-managed super fund, you are in charge of your super and where it is invested, plus you manage those investments yourself.

 

Financial Advisory

At Hillyer Riches, we provides comprehensive financial advice to our clients with an enthusiastic and proactive approach. Our strong team of experienced professionals will work with you towards identifying valuable solutions on how best to achieve your goals. Hillyer Riches is a Melbourne based Chartered Accounting firm offering timely and cost-effective services to both individuals and businesses. We consist of a team of accountants and business consultants dedicated to providing the highest quality accounting, taxation, bookkeeping, and business advisory services.

 

Individuals

Individual accounting services, wealth strategy, insurance, and financial management. Prepare and lodge your tax return with Hillyer Riches, a registered tax agent in Caulfield East. Let us do the hard work, with professional advice and ensuring maximum refund and paying minimum tax.

 

Sole Traders

Are you already operating or considering starting a business as a sole trader? Hillyer Riches can help as we are a ‘one-stop-shop’ for accounting services and tax advice for sole traders and small businesses.

 

Professional Services

Providing accounting, tax and business advisory to professional services industries comes naturally to Hillyer Riches Tax Accountants in Caulfield. We have a wide range of professional services clients who seek advice and knowledge specific to their industry – and we consistently rise to the challenge of delivering solutions.

 

Retail

Suppliers, importers, large chain stores, changing demographics, and new sales channels all present challenges for the retail industry. We help retailers find solutions to these kinds of challenges. Our industry experience over many years allows us to align with our clients’ strategies and help them improve their bottom line.

 

Local Businesses

Since its inception, Hillyer Riches has been at the forefront of tax and accounting, providing a broad range of services to local businesses in Melbourne. We offer Individual Tax Returns, Business Taxation and Accounting, Financial Planning, Self Managed Superannuation Funds, and Bookkeeping services.

 

Medical & Healthcare

Hillyer Riches understand Doctors and Healthcare professionals require specialist attention. Our team of experts offer friendly, industry leading advice relating to tax, GST and compliance that will maximise your return, addressing all your financial requirements.

 

Manufacturing

We have extensive experience in servicing the manufacturing industry, including the provision of accounting, information technology, and audit services, and regular periodic management reporting, which supplemented with more detailed financial analysis, lies at the heart of astute commercial decision making.

 

Hospitality

Hillyer Riches Tax Accountants in Caulfield also specialise in helping small business to achieve great things, so whether you run a bar, cafe, restaurant or coffee cart, our accountants are here to offer an extensive range of accounting support services for your hospitality business.

 

Tradies

We specialise in financial services for medium sized trade businesses. The services we offer are all aimed at doing what really matters: securing your financial growth and freeing up your time so that you can enjoy life.

 

Primary Producers

We understand what farmers require to effectively manage the finances of their farming operations and we have been a leading provider of business and financial advice, taxation and accounting services to Primary Producers and the rural sector for more than 30 years.

 

Franchisees & Franchisors

Our experience and relationship with franchise groups gives us real time insight on franchise systems and their performance. We provide franchises with business, taxation and accounting services. We also act as consultants to the head franchisors in setting up cloud accounting & business and structures.

 

Property

At Hillyer Riches, our specialist property tax accountants in Melbourne are renowned for their reliable tax advice and property tax accounting services for property investors. Our property tax accounting and tax advice extends to the various estate planning factors including ownership and control of assets.

 

How can we help you

 

Setting up a small business

Congratulations on starting your new business! If you’re wondering what to do first, then you’ve come to the right place. We’ll guide you through the maze of setting up and running your business, and assist you in the journey of creativity this is to come. You’ll get the advice you need to start out with good habits that are the ingredients for business success.

Bookkeeper Perth

To improve your business you need to measure it and you can only do that if you record it. If you’re struggling to keep up with your books, then you’re working blind in your business. When it comes to your bookkeeping we’ll share the latest and greatest in automation and cloud based technology for your business, so that you have free time to focus on what you enjoy.

Business Accountants, Perth

The only time you as a small business owner will not pay taxes is if you make a loss and who wants not make profit. We will help you minimise the amount of tax that you need to pay and also educate you and answer your tax related questions, so that you achieve the best outcome. If you are an individual who has investments, we will assist you with reducing the amount of tax you need to pay.

Plan Your Cashflow

Say goodbye to winging it when it comes to cashflow and get yourself a budget plan. Could you imagine driving overseas without your gps? I am sure not. Well you have never been on this business journey before, so get your business gps ready by preparing a budget for your small business.

Virtual CFO

Most small businesses can’t afford a full time or even a part time  Internal Accountant or CFO and you most probably can’t as well, so why not talk to us about our Rent a CFO  services. You will get an Independent opinion while you only pay for the time we spend helping you improve your business. We will come to your office and meet with you for free, to discuss your needs.

 

 

 

Our Vision

Our vision is to help small business owners make more money and save more money by improving their business performance and thereby giving them peace of mind.

We do this by following the approach below:

Imagine a game of football

We are one of the players on your team. We are involved with you while the game is going on, so we can help you take steps to win the game. After the final whistle has blown the results are presented by the score keeper to the authorities. Unlike the scorekeeper, we improve the value of your business, we don’t just present the score by submitting tax returns.

 

An accounting firm to help you through any stage of your wealth journey

 

About

GAP Accountants is a Melbourne-based accounting firm that specialises in wealth accumulation and asset protection. Our dedicated team includes qualified accountants, bookkeepers and business consultants who partner with you to structure your finances and maximise your tax benefits.

Whether you’re a busy professional, an astute business owner, looking to retire or an individual investor seeking assistance, we can look after your financial and taxation needs. Work with our team for proactive solutions, sound business advice, and financial strategies for immediate and future wealth creation.

 

Services

WE UNLOCK THE POTENTIAL IN YOUR NUMBERS

At GAP Accountants, we offer specialist knowledge across a variety of services and industry sectors and have the experience to offer tailored advice through every stage of your life.

Our array of services includes accountancy, taxation, superannuation (including self managed superannuation funds), business performance, corporate secretarial/company secretary and finance. We also partner with independent financial advisers to provide financial planning solutions for your particular needs.

 

ACCOUNTING

Understand your finances

You require accurate financial information to make sound business decisions. Before leaping into the next phase of your business, our team can assist with bookkeeping and accounting services, whatever your industry! We help you to manage transactions, record revenue, review cash flow and realise profits.

We prepare annual accounts and periodic management accounts for tax, business appraisals and planning. Whether you require specific information for a current scenario, or advice for the next step, we can assist.

• Maintenance of accounting books and records
• Preparation of periodic and annual accounts
• Banking and commercial documentation management
• Financial management advice
• Budgeting and cash flow analysis
• Payroll services
• Computer accounting
• Cloud accounting

TAXATION

Adhering to the rules

We deliver taxation services and planning to maximise your wealth and plan for the future. We keep abreast of taxation changes for all client needs, and offer sound advice based on our knowledge and experience in the field.

Our taxation consulting division can provide general advice through to more specific ATO compliance requests, and how to build tax effective trust structures for asset protection and tax minimisation.

• Activity statements
• Tax effective structures, advice and implementation
• ATO audits
• General tax advice
• Tax planning
• PAYG, payroll taxes and Workcover
• Capital gains tax
• Fringe benefits tax
• Super guarantee
• Income tax returns

SUPERANNUATION

Funding your retirement

A solid superannuation nest egg will allow you to retire comfortably and with peace of mind that your finances are secure.

We provide a range of superannuation services whether you’re a self-funded retiree with a self-managed superannuation fund or have more general questions about your superannuation. We tailor superannuation strategies for every individual, to allow you to reach your own personal financial goals.

If you have an SMSF, we support you in monitoring your investment strategy, minimising tax, realising tax benefits and controlling administration costs.

Our specialist superannuation team provides services including:

• Preparation of accounts and tax returns
• SMSF establishment and account based pensions
• Compliance advice
• Advice on taxation benefits
• Advice on employer obligations

BUSINESS SERVICES

Business lifecycle assistance

Successful business owners know when to partner with experts in their field. We work closely with our clients to fully understand your numbers and manage the financial side of your business.

We offer practical advice across every stage of your business cycle, from business establishment, accountancy, and strategic planning for growth, through to succession planning.

• Preparation of financial statements
• Analysis of financial data
• Preparation of cash flow forecasts and strategic plans
• Business advice and planning
• Accounting and business systems review
• Succession planning

CORPORATE SECRETARIAL

Guidance with corporate requirements

Every company must comply with all financial and legal requirements under Corporations Law. Adhering to these processes takes time and resources away from your business.

Our team provides secretarial support to assist with company registrations, trust deeds, corporate structures, company searches, business names and title searches and ensuring commercial transactions adhere to your constitution and rules. We can also advise and ensure that ASIC lodgment requirements are up to date.

• Company formations
• Completion of annual returns on your behalf
• Preparation of minutes and resolutions
• Maintenance of statutory records
• Assistance with changes to directors, shareholders, addresses and office details
• Maintenance of a registered office facility

FINANCIAL SERVICES

Expert financial management

Whether you want to grow, leverage, preserve, or spend your money, you need financial strategies to achieve your goals. Or it may be that you’re working to pay off that debt, retire early or manage risk.

We work with financial planners, mortgage brokers, insurance brokers and solicitors who can provide sound financial advice that will set you on the right path. While we are not able to provide financial planning advice, your accountant can assist with selecting the right professional for you to discuss your needs with, and guide you through the process.

• Retirement and financial planning services
• Mortgage refinance
• Home and investment loans
• Retrenchment and redundancy
• Tax planning strategies
• Access to direct share advice
• Centrelink strategies
• Portfolio management
• Risk insurance services
• Estate planning
• Wills