Business Services

Accounting & Taxation Services

At PJA Accountants we offer a full range of taxation and accounting services and build solid relationships which stand the test of time.

Taxation can be a major cost to your business. We will work in partnership with you to minimise your tax and help you achieve your key objectives.

We provide a complete service of help and advice in all of the following areas:

Preparation of annual accountants for companies, trust, partnerships and self managed superannuation funds
Preparation of all tax returns
Preparation of activity statements and advice on G.S.T
FBT obligations
Advice on and implementation of tax effective trust structures for asset protection and tax minimisation
Management of any ATO Audits or disputes
Capital gains tax review and small business tax concessions
Salary packaging
Tax planning advice
Periodic management accounts for tax, business appraisal and planning purposes

Benchmarking

Have you ever wondered how your business performs compared to your competitors? Are you spending enough on advertising? Are you paying too much rent? Are your staff costs too high? What is the average bottom line of your competitors?

Survival in today's business climate requires you to spend more time working on your business rather than in the business.

We can provide you with timely and informative benchmarking reports - allowing you to:

See how your business compares against your competitors
Understand how the rest of your industry works
Analyse the key performance indicators of your industry

Armed with this information, we'll work with you to develop action strategies to improve your bottom line.

Bookkeeping

Modern business demands up to date accurate financial information.

We can relieve you and your staff of an enormous burden by taking care of all your bookkeeping and accounting needs, including the preparation of your annual accounts and periodic management accounts for tax, business appraisal and planning purposes.

We will discuss your requirements with you and provide you with tailored information and constructive advice on a regular basis.

Budgeting and Cashflow Forecasting

A good budget is a necessity in a good business plan. It is one of the best business tools we have, allowing us to set financial targets and measure our performance.

In addition to goal setting value, budgets will often improve your chances of acquiring funding. Financers often require budgets and cashflow projections as a prerequisite for funding approval.

There are many types of budgets and we can help you design the right budget for your needs and requirements.

Business start-up

Let us help you turn your business idea into a reality.

If you have a good idea for a new business venture but don't have expertise in the legal or financial aspects of creating a new business, we can help you:

Decide on the most suitable structure for your business - sole trader, partnership, or limited company or trust
Prepare a business plan, cashflow projections, budgets, and trading forecasts
Assess your finance requirements, advise on the best sources of finance, and draw up the necessary proposals
Establish a good working relationship with your bank
Register for an Australian Business Number with the ATO
Complete registration procedures with Australian Securities and Investments Commission
Deal with company secretarial issues
Set up a recording system for your internal use and for complying with statutory requirements

Cashflow Forecasting

We can provide you with accurate, timely and informative cashflow forecasting reports - allowing you to:

Realise and understand when cash is available
Plan and prepare for expansion, stock control, and taxes
Analyse and anticipate key expenses

GST

The GST system is a complex and confusing one. For this reason PJA Accountants ensures its staff are continuously up to date on the changes, and able to offer you accurate advice.

Every transaction now brings with it a GST issue. We have experience with these issues and are able to offer expert advice on the implications of GST for your business. The GST related services we offer include, but are not limited to:

Advice on registering for GST
Filing and adjusting GST returns
ATO audit assistance

Management Consulting

Our aim is to ensure your business achieves the potential it's capable of. We have the know how and experience to offer advice to help you run your business more effectively.

We are practiced in acting as a sounding board for management, bringing to the relationship years of experience in business growth. We can identify key performance indicators in your business, through which you will see the positive changes occurring with the help of our professional consultants.

We are able to check that your business is as competitive, focused, and profitable as it can be. We then offer flexible strategies, designed to address the issues affecting your business.

Let us give your business a health check. Take the practical advice we can give to ensure the continual success of your venture.

Primary Production for Privacy Production Businesses

Primary Production for Privacy Production Businesses involves specific business, financial, and taxation issues, and as such requires a specialist understanding of the industry. At PJA Accountants we keep abreast of the developments in both the farming and accounting industries, putting us in a position to provide up-to-date and accurate advice.

Our services include:

Farm budgeting and cash flows
Farm sales and purchases
Ownership structures
Preparation of financial statements
Taxation
Seasonal planning
Succession planning

Strategic planning

The pressures of daily business can often mean strategic planning takes a back seat - but to have a successful business you must plan ahead.

We'll help you establish a strategic plan that looks at where you want your business to be in the next 3-5 years and exactly how you and your team can achieve these aims and objectives.

Your strategic plan will:

Define the characteristics of your company in three to five years
Identify your competitors
Define your objectives and financial goals
Put in place an effective implementation plan to achieve your goals

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Contact Details

Postal Address
PO Box 215 Essendon, Vic 3040

Essendon Office
43 Fletcher Street, Essendon, Vic 3040
Phone: 03 9375 4225
Fax: 03 9370 2197

Avoca Office
174 High Street, Avoca, Vic 3467
Phone: 54 653 579
Fax: 54 653 287

Email: info@pjaca.com.au