Bookkeeping Services for Tradies
Why Tradies Need Specialised Bookkeeping Solutions
Running a trade business comes with its unique set of challenges, from managing job sites to keeping track of a fluctuating inventory. Amidst all this, managing finances can often take a backseat, leading to cash flow issues, missed tax deadlines, and lost financial opportunities. Our specialised bookkeeping services are designed with tradies in mind, ensuring your finances are meticulously organised and compliant, letting you focus on what you do best – your trade.
Bookkeeper Services for Tradespeople
Accounts Payable
Our systems can produce helpful reports indicating the balance owed, when the bills are due, and any outstanding statements that you’ve not yet paid. This will provide your business with a clear picture of all of your trade creditors in an easy-to-understand report. This means you can spend less time on paperwork and more time on your projects.
Bank Reconciliation
We’ll create custom rules & begin coding transactions to ensure that your bank account is reconciled weekly. If any statements require clarification, we will send monthly emails outlining which transactions require your review.
Payroll Services
Our payroll services simplify the complex process of managing your team’s compensation. We will produce the reports & payslips for your approval and then provide you with an ABA file to upload to your bank.
Accounts Receivable
Chasing payment can be stressful that’s why to make it easier, we generate automated reminders for your outstanding invoices. Once an invoice is seven days past due, our system generates an email with an attached invoice reminding your customer to pay. Customer statements are also automated and are issued at the beginning of every month.
BAS Returns
BAS Returns need to be lodged on time. However, knowing when to lodge these and completing the process on time can be daunting.
We use our BAS Agent portal to log into your account through the back end, lodging the returns for you.
Why Trust Us?
Handing over the reins of your business finances can feel like a big leap, especially when it’s the hard-earned cash of your trade at stake. At Clients Needs Bookkeeping, we get how much trust this takes, and we’re all in when it comes to earning it.
Tailored specifically for tradies, our approach combines clear, honest communication with strict adherence to the rules, ensuring every penny is accounted for legally and ethically. We pride ourselves on creating a safe space for your financial details, valuing confidentiality above all else.
Our track record? Just ask the numerous tradies who’ve seen their financial worries ease thanks to our support. Choose Clients Needs Bookkeeping, and take a step towards a more secure financial future for your trade, backed by a team that’s as invested in your success as you are.
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What does it cost to hire a bookkeeping consultant?
The fixed rate of $180 per month is all you need to pay to have an expert bookkeeping consultant by your side.
Sounds good, what now?
Get in touch and we can have a discussion about your needs and how we can help make bookkeeping easier for you!
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Matthew is an expert in accounting and accounting software packages, he also possesses advanced computer skills, meaning he is able to provide all types of companies with a high-quality bookkeeping service.
We have repeatedly exceeds the expectations of our clients by creating more streamlined accounts – and the good news is, we can do the same for you!
Imagine saying goodbye to your large piles of paperwork and spreadsheets, and reducing all of it into a smaller, efficient and more manageable workload…
You will be able to review your business on a regular basis, using the skills and processes we have developed on your behalf – making your life a whole lot simpler.
Matthew Powell
Phone: 0404 453 995
Address: 1 Delicia St langwarrin VIC 3910
Trading Hours:
Monday - Friday: 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Saturday - Sunday: Closed
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Our Pricing
Small Business
- Bank Reconciliation Multiple Bank Accounts
- Payroll x 2 employees eg Owner & Apprentice
- EOM & Reporting & BAS/IAS Lodgements
- All Backlog & Other work $77p/h inc GST
Company
- Bank Rec Multiple Bank Accounts
- Payroll 3 – 6 Employees – ( 7+ employees = $450/month )
- Allocation of customer receipts to invoices
- EOM & Reporting & BAS/IAS Lodgements
- All Backlog & Other work $77p/h inc GST
Large Company
- Bank Rec & BAS Lodgement
- Payroll
- Accounts Payable – Entering supplier bills & Matching payments
- Accounts Receivable – Allocation of customer receipts to invoices – greater than 5 per week
Consultancy Only
- Email / Phone Support
- EOM & Reporting & BAS Lodgements
- For those companies in need of a professional for Assistance in the more difficult Entries.
- This is run as a help centre for your Accounting Systems, Call or Email anytime for ongoing support.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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I am behind in my BAS and tax; how do I get up to date?
I'm not on Xero, can I still use your services?
While we know some businesses are still storing their financial information using their own manual systems, to work with Client Needs Bookkeeping you’ll be required to migrate to one of the three packages mentioned. We promise, you won’t regret it. And out team will even be on-hand to walk you through the process and get you up to speed with everything you need to know about your new, crucial business tool!
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Our Process
How it begins
The process usually starts with a phone call. Whether you know exactly what you need from your bookkeeper, or have no clue about what to expect, talk to us about your business, experience and requirements, and we’ll come up with a plan to ensure your financials are managed in the most effective way,
Because of the breadth of our experience, no matter what the circumstances, we are ready to hit the ground running. Sometimes, we’ll come on-site in the first instance and work with you over a period of time. We’ll go through all records and documentation to ensure everything is up-to-date and exactly where it needs to be. If you don’t have an online accounting package already up and running, we’ll recommend one for you, and assist in the implementation, training and migration.
Remote Integration
Once we’re satisfied the foundations are all in place, we’ll ensure we have everything we need to begin working remotely on whatever aspects of your financial operations you need support with. From this point forward, you can completely let go of the administration-burden that comes with managing your financials. We’ll keep things ticking over in the background, meaning you can feel safe in the knowledge that everything is being managed exactly as it should be.
Clear Direction
Our goal is to develop strong, trusting, ongoing relationship with our clients. We like to think of ourselves as an extension of your team, effectively managing all assigned bookkeeping duties, day-in-day-out, so you’ll always have the clearest picture of where your business is at financially.
How We Can Help
Payroll
We’ll help you determine what, how and when to pay your team and suppliers.
Invoicing
If you require invoicing to customers or tracking bills owing this is something we can help with
Business Activity Statements (BAS) lodgements
We’ll ensure you meet government requirements and are compliant at every stage.
Training
Sometimes, all you need is a little guidance. We can work with you to develop and implement new processes, equipping you with the knowledge and tools to be able to manage certain key aspects of your financial operations in-house, long into the future.
Why Choose Us?
Our advanced accounting knowledge enables us to consider your current approach, before identifying inefficiencies and streaming your processes. By letting us take such an admin-heavy and often frustrating aspect of running a business off your hands, you’ll reap the rewards of efficiencies that most business owners simply can’t achieve by undertaking such tasks themselves.
Our Strengths
We know the numbers aren’t every business owner’s area of passion or strength. For many, bookkeeping feels like a necessary evil. Engaging an outside expert who lives and breathes the financial side of business, will allow you to heave a sigh of relief. What’s more, you’ll be able to use the time you’ll save to focus on your core business activities, or even enjoy some extra leisure time!
Engaging Clients Needs Bookkeeping is ultimately a more affordable option than employing a new member of staff to manage the financial area of your business, or training up an existing member of the team. Getting them up-to-speed and strongly equipped to handle the often complex nature of financial reporting effectively is a long process.
Our Experience
Our wide-reaching experience means we know the financial space inside and out. We know how best to manage your accounts, invoicing and tax matters for maximum benefit. Essentially, your business will benefit financially from our smart approach, and you can rest easy knowing we have taken care of all legal obligations and compliances to the letter.
Our Reputation
With over ten years of experience, Clients Needs Bookkeeping Director Matthew Powell has developed a solid reputation across Frankston and beyond, as one of the top bookkeepers in the area.
- We’ll take those large piles of paperwork and multiple spreadsheets, and bring them together to create a more efficient and manageable system, tailored to your needs.
- Our online live accounts system allows you to access your accounts from any location 24/7, so you’ll always know exactly where you’re at.
- Relying on the knowledge and experience of an accounting professional will give you peace of mind that your financial and legal obligations are being properly fulfilled.
- Get time back to do the things you enjoy the most, like family time, eating out or time on the golf course!
Customer Focused
Exceptional customer service is our number one focus. We are always on-hand to provide advice or talk you through any questions you may have. Our online service housing your live accounts means if there’s a query or issue we are able to access and effectively resolve anytime and from anywhere, in the fastest possible time.
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Areas we service: Berwick | Brighton | Carrum Downs | Cheltenham | Cranbourne | Dandenong | Melbourne | Mornington | Narre Warren | Seaford | Hastings | Langwarrin | Frankston