Bookkeeper & tax agent in Cairns
Bookkeeping, BAS, payroll and tax returns for Cairns and Far North Queensland businesses – tourism, hospitality, marine, trades and more.
- Registered tax agent – BAS & tax returns lodged
- Fixed monthly fees, no lock-in contracts
- Xero, MYOB & QuickBooks specialists
Free consultation for Cairns businesses
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Trusted bookkeeping for Cairns businesses
Cairns and Far North Queensland run on tourism, hospitality, Reef and marine operators, agriculture across the Tablelands, and the trades and health services that support a growing region. Seasonal peaks, casual staff and multiple revenue channels make bookkeeping a juggling act.
TK Bookkeepers helps FNQ businesses stay on top of payroll, BAS and tax – so you can make the most of the busy season and plan for the quieter months.
- Dedicated bookkeeper who knows your business
- BAS and tax lodged by a registered tax agent
- Clear monthly reports and fast answers
- Tourism & Reef operators
- Cafés, restaurants & hospitality
- Trades & construction
- Health & allied health
- Agriculture on the Tablelands
Cairns: gateway to two World Heritage wonders
Founded in 1876, Cairns sits between two World Heritage areas – the Great Barrier Reef and the Wet Tropics rainforest of the Daintree. Tourism, hospitality and marine operators are the lifeblood of the region, supported by agriculture on the Atherton Tablelands and the trades and health services of a growing community.
Where TK Bookkeepers comes in. Picture a reef tour operator in Cairns with peak-season staff, penalty rates on weekends, fuel costs, online bookings and a boat loan. We make sure payroll is correct, claim the GST credits and fuel tax credits the business is entitled to, and help plan for the quieter months – so the business is ready when the next season arrives.
- Gateway to the Great Barrier Reef and Daintree
- Tourism, hospitality and marine businesses
- Agriculture on the Atherton Tablelands
- Seasonal payroll and cash flow support
Bookkeeping & tax services in Cairns
Everything your Cairns business needs – from day-to-day bookkeeping to year-end tax returns.
Bookkeeping in Cairns
Weekly or monthly bookkeeping, reconciliations and reporting for Cairns businesses.
Payroll & STP
Pay runs, super, STP and QLD payroll tax handled for you.
BAS & GST lodgement
Quarterly or monthly BAS prepared and lodged by a registered tax agent.
Company & trust tax returns
Year-end accounts, company and trust returns with tax planning.
Individual tax returns
Personal returns for Cairns employees, sole traders and investors.
Catch-up bookkeeping
Behind on your books or BAS? We'll get you up to date fast.
Xero, MYOB & QuickBooks setup
Cloud accounting set up properly, with training for your team.
Bookkeeping training
Learn to manage your own books with one-on-one sessions.
Business insights
Budgets, forecasts and KPIs to help you grow.
Local knowledge, online convenience
Queensland businesses register for payroll tax with the Queensland Revenue Office. For seasonal and tourism businesses, we focus on casual payroll, penalty rates set up in line with the relevant award, and cash flow planning between peak and off-peak seasons.
We work in AEST time and schedule meetings around your day. Your books live in the cloud, so you can see exactly what we're doing at any time.
- QLD payroll tax registrations
- Workers compensation wage declarations
- STP Phase 2 & Payday Super
- BAS, IAS & TPAR
- Video calls at a time that suits you
- Secure document sharing
- Real-time cloud accounting
- One point of contact
Industries we support in Cairns
We understand the challenges of Cairns's key industries.
Construction & trades
Job costing, progress claims, subbies and TPAR sorted.
ExploreHealth & allied health
Practice software, GST-free services and contractor pay.
ExploreProfessional services
Billable time, retainers and utilisation reporting.
ExplorePrivate clients & families
Household finances, investments and family trusts.
ExploreE-commerce & online retail
Shopify, Amazon, Stripe and inventory reconciled.
ExploreGrowing businesses & startups
Systems, forecasts and structure for the next stage.
ExploreGetting started from Cairns is easy
Book a call
Choose a time for a free 30-minute video or phone consultation.
Get a fixed quote
We review your needs and send a clear fixed-fee proposal.
We onboard you
We connect to your software and take care of the handover.
Relax
Books, BAS and tax handled – with regular updates from us.
Bookkeeping in Cairns: FAQs
Do you have an office in Cairns?
We work 100% online, which means Cairns businesses get the same responsive service as a local firm – without travelling to appointments. We meet by video call or phone, share documents securely and use cloud accounting so we can work on your books in real time.
How much does a bookkeeper in Cairns cost?
Our monthly packages start from $300 + GST and include bookkeeping, BAS, payroll and your annual tax return. Individual tax returns start from $150 + GST. Your exact fixed fee is confirmed in writing after a free consultation – no hourly billing surprises.
Do you support businesses across Far North Queensland?
Yes – including Cairns, Port Douglas, the Atherton Tablelands, Innisfail and Mission Beach. Everything is handled online.
Can you help with seasonal cash flow?
Yes. We build cash flow forecasts that plan for your peak and off-peak seasons, so you can manage staff, stock and tax payments with confidence.
Are you a registered tax agent?
Yes. TK Bookkeepers is a registered tax agent, so we can prepare and lodge BAS, individual, company and trust tax returns and deal with the ATO on your behalf.