Bookkeeping Made Easy

Certified | Local | Trusted

As a registered BAS agent since 2015, my responsibilities consist of preparation and lodgment of clients’ BAS & IAS returns, including calculating GST obligations, reconciling accounts, and reporting PAYG withholding.

I advise you on GST obligations and help ensure your business complies with GST legislation.

Payroll processing and super guarantee payments are also part of my responsibilities to ensure clients remain compliant with ATO regulations.

In addition, assisting with data entry automation by using Hubdoc to increase efficiency and the preparation of quarterly management reports to highlight key performance outcomes ensures you can concentrate on your business without losing valuable time repeating bookkeeping chores.

Tom Hirschfeld

Your Local Bookkeeping Expert in Cairns

My 20-year background includes extensive involvement in small businesses. I have been actively engaged in various industries such as tourism, retail, wholesale and trades.

I am passionate about helping small businesses succeed and I have turned my passion for bookkeeping into my business since 2013.

Our Services

Stress-Free Australian Tax Office Compliance

We customise services as required to also include

End to end bookkeeping according to individual needs

Bank / Credit Card reconciliations

Accounts payable / receivable

Data entry and data entry automation

Timely execution of payroll

Quarterly Superannuation check and advice

Checking of expense allocations for correctness and appropriateness as per ATO guidelines

Monthly management reports: profit & loss, balance sheet, accounts payable, accounts receivable, budget vs actual.

Preparation of SGC statements if required

Training on Xero & Quickbooks online accounting software

Mobile apps setup for customer payments by credit cards

Besides

BAS / IAS preparations within deadlines

Fuel Tax Credits application

Reliable and Certified

Qualifications, Product Expertise and Accounting Body Memberships

Qualifications

2012 Certificate IV in Accounting, TAFE Cairns

2012 Diploma in Accounting, TAFE Cairns

2014 HR Block Income Tax Preparation Course and 2022 Refresher Course

Registered BAS Agent # 25201495 - since 2015

Product Expertise

Utilising Xero & Quickbooks on Line accounting software

Quickbooks on Line ProAdvisor certification

Xero Advisor Certification

Xero Payroll Certification

Accounting Body Membership

Institute of Certified Bookkeepers -

Member since 2013

Our Clients

Our clients from smaller businesses appreciate the help of a bookkeeper because “doing the books” can be time-consuming and lengthy, especially when the only time available is after hours or on the weekend.

Looking at hiring staff? A trained bookkeeper can be hired for specific periods as needed, offering a more affordable solution than ongoing staff costs.

Who are the clients who benefit from our services? To name a few, they are plumbers, painters, floor tilers, businesses for general construction/renovations, electricians, hairdressers, laundry services, cafés, pet grooming businesses, mechanical repair businesses, physiotherapists, farmers, clubs, retailers.

Shane & Soma McLeod

McLeod’s Roof Painting

We engaged Tom as our Bookkeeper a few years ago & are so Thankful & Grateful for the work he has done & continues to do.
Owning & running a business can be quite stressful but Tom is always one step ahead & has made this side of our business run smoothly. His services are excellent. He is extremely good at what he does, knowledgeable, thorough, professional & always happy to assist.
We highly recommend him to our friends & other work colleagues and to anyone else who may be looking for a new bookkeeper. It is great to know we have a bookkeeper who cares about our business & whom we can trust.
Thanks for all your hard work, Tom!

Lenny Baker

Torres Strait Removalist Guys

Tom has been our bookkeeper for the past 5 years and we've been consistently impressed with his service. He's a reliable and efficient professional who makes managing our finances much easier.
In summary, Tom is a highly competent and dependable bookkeeper. His same-day responses, ability to generate special reports, diligent upkeep of our Xero file, and attention to ATO guidelines make him a valuable asset to our business. We highly recommend his services.

Julie Lindsay

Kanga Express Laundry

Tom's been my bookkeeper for 5 years. He's super reliable, always gets the job done right and on time. He's also really easy to get a hold of whenever I need him. Plus, he's a lifesaver when it comes to keeping on top of what people owe me. Couldn't ask for a better bookkeeper!

FAQ

Bookkeepers are the financial record keepers for the business, organising, recording and managing day to day transactions and the associated documentation for tax compliance. We generally complete Bank Reconciliations, manage Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable, Process Payroll and provide timely financial reporting.

Xero and Quickbooks online is our preferred software for accounting.

No, we keep costs down by working remotely. With our online/cloud systems we are able to manage all your bookkeeping needs while working remotely.

Following a free initial meeting, and depending on the scale of work required, a weekly or monthly set fee, or an hourly rate can be tailored specifically for your needs.

I am offering individualised services. I am a registered, qualified and insured BAS Agent and you can be assured that the work being carried out is accurate, compliant and will save you a lot of unnecessary time and stress.