Bookkeeping that grows with you
From your first ABN to your first ten employees – we set up the systems, structure and reporting a growing business needs, and scale our support as you grow.
- Right structure and registrations from the start
- Systems that scale without extra admin
- Forecasts for hiring, finance and growth
Growth is exciting – and it changes everything
As your business grows, so do your obligations: registering for GST, taking on staff, paying super and payroll tax, moving from sole trader to company and planning cash flow for bigger commitments. The systems that worked at the start won't keep up.
We help business owners get the foundations right, then provide the reporting and advice to grow with confidence.
- Outgrowing spreadsheets
- Unsure when to become a company
- First employee on the way
- Cash flow tight while growing
- Needing finance or investment
How we help growing businesses
Business setup
ABN, GST, PAYG withholding and payroll tax registrations when required.
Scalable systems
Cloud accounting, bank rules and apps set up to grow with you.
First employees
Payroll, super, STP and onboarding set up correctly.
Budgets & forecasts
Plan hiring, marketing and expansion with real numbers.
Structure advice
When and how to move from sole trader to company or trust.
Finance readiness
Financial statements and reports ready for lenders and investors.
A practical guide to bookkeeping for growing businesses
Growth changes a business's obligations quickly. Crossing the $75,000 GST turnover threshold means registering for GST within 21 days. Taking on a first employee means PAYG withholding, Single Touch Payroll, super, workers compensation and understanding the relevant award. Larger payrolls may trigger state payroll tax. Many owners also reach the point where moving from sole trader to a company or trust makes sense.
Systems need to keep pace: spreadsheets give way to cloud accounting, bank rules, receipt capture and app integrations. And decisions get bigger – hiring, equipment, new locations and finance – so budgets and cash flow forecasts become essential.
TK Bookkeepers helps growing businesses get these foundations right, then scales support from essentials to a complete outsourced finance function as the business grows.
- GST registration at $75k
- First employee setup
- Payroll tax thresholds
- Sole trader to company
- Cloud accounting systems
- Budgets & forecasts
Support that scales with your business
Start with a lean package that covers the essentials, then add payroll, reporting and advisory support as you grow. No lock-in contracts – just the right support at each stage.
- Startup packages
- Structure reviews
- GST registration
- Payroll setup
- Grant & finance reporting
- Quarterly advisory
- Software setup
- Monthly bookkeeping
- Payroll & STP
- Business insights
- Tax returns & planning
Getting started is easy
Switching bookkeepers is simpler than you think. We handle the transition for you.
Free consultation
A 30-minute chat about your business, your software and what's not working.
Fixed-fee proposal
A clear scope and fixed monthly fee – no timesheets, no surprise bills.
Onboarding
We tidy up your file, connect your apps and set up your reporting.
Ongoing support
Books, BAS, payroll and tax handled, with a real person on call.
Popular services for growing businesses
Xero, MYOB & QuickBooks setup
Cloud accounting set up properly from day one
Business insights
KPIs, budgets and cash flow forecasts that guide decisions
Payroll & STP
Pay runs, super and Single Touch Payroll handled for you
BAS & GST lodgement
Accurate BAS and IAS lodged on time, every time
Company tax returns
Company returns prepared and lodged by a registered tax agent
Bookkeeping training
Learn to confidently do your own books
Growing businesses & startups bookkeeping FAQs
When should I register for GST?
You must register within 21 days of your GST turnover reaching (or being expected to reach) $75,000. Some businesses register earlier voluntarily. We'll help you decide and register.
Should I be a sole trader or a company?
It depends on your profit, risk, plans and personal situation. Many businesses start as sole traders and move to a company or trust structure as profits grow. We'll walk you through the pros and cons.
What do I need before hiring my first employee?
You'll need to register for PAYG withholding, set up payroll software connected to STP, choose a super clearing house, arrange workers compensation insurance and understand the award that applies. We'll help you set it all up.
Other industries we support
Construction & trades
Job costing, progress claims, subbies and TPAR sorted.
ExploreHealth & allied health
Practice software, GST-free services and contractor pay.
ExploreArchitects & design
Project fees, WIP and profitability by stage.
ExploreDoctors & medical practices
Service fees, practitioner payments and payroll tax risk.
ExploreProfessional services
Billable time, retainers and utilisation reporting.
ExploreMarketing & creative agencies
Retainers, freelancers and profit per client.
ExplorePrivate clients & families
Household finances, investments and family trusts.
ExploreE-commerce & online retail
Shopify, Amazon, Stripe and inventory reconciled.
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