Choose a structure before filling in forms
The right structure depends on who owns the business, the activities it carries out and the responsibilities you are prepared to take on. We help you organise the information needed for a discussion of your options, including ongoing accounting and administrative costs. Legal advice may be needed for ownership agreements, asset protection and other legal matters.
How we can help
- ABN application assistance
- Business name registration
- GST and PAYG withholding registrations
- TFN application support where applicable
- Company and trust setup coordination
- Company name changes
- Xero, MYOB or QuickBooks setup
- Opening records and reporting process
A process that fits your business
We establish the intended owners, business activities and start date before registration work begins. Business names, company names and trade marks are different things; registering one does not automatically protect the others. We can help coordinate administration while referring legal and intellectual property questions to the relevant specialist.
What to expect from our support
After registration, we help connect your bank accounts, invoices, records and software. An effective setup includes a way to separate business and private spending, an organised receipt process and a calendar of obligations. Our quote identifies our professional fees, any third-party charges and the tasks included.
Getting started
Tell us about your business structure, accounting software and the work you want help with. We review the information and agree the scope, responsibilities and fee before beginning. Existing accountant relationships can be retained, with a clear handover of the records needed.
During onboarding, we confirm access permissions, document collection and any authority required for lodgements. You keep control of approvals and receive questions where a transaction or decision needs your input.
Questions about business setup
Is an ABN application free?
Applying directly through the Australian Business Register is free. If you engage us, our fee covers checking the information and assisting with the application.
Should I start as a sole trader or company?
The answer depends on your circumstances. Ownership, liability, administration and future plans all matter. We can help you compare the accounting requirements and coordinate specialist advice.
Can you set up the software as well?
Yes. We can establish an accounting file and the initial bookkeeping workflow as part of an agreed setup package.
