Small Business Accounting Services
Most small business owners didn’t start their business to spend their weekends on reconciliations. At Apex Accounting Solutions, we have spent more than three decades supporting Melbourne small businesses with accounting that actually feels manageable, so the numbers are where they need to be, and you are free to focus on the work that actually moves things forward.
From sole traders and tradies through to family-run companies and growing teams of ten or twenty, our small business accountants in Melbourne stay close to your numbers all year round. We handle the day-to-day mechanics of bookkeeping, BAS and tax, then translate those numbers into plain-English advice you can actually use to grow.
Our Services
Our small business accounting services cover everything an owner-operated business needs — without the bloat or the big-firm price tag. Since 1991, we have worked with sole traders doing their first BAS, family companies restructuring for the next generation, and everything in between. We tailor every engagement to where you are right now and where you want to take the business next.
Sole trader, partnership and company tax returns plus quarterly BAS — every ATO obligation handled on time so you can focus on running the business.
Xero, set up and maintained so your books stay accurate, your bank feeds reconcile, and you always know exactly where you stand.
Simple monthly reports that show you what is working, what is not, and where the next dollar is best spent — written for small business owners, not accountants.
From sole trader to company or trust, we help you choose the right structure and time your decisions to legally minimise tax year-round.
What It’s Like to Work With Apex
At Apex, you work directly with senior advisers who know your business and your history. That means the advice you get is tailored to your actual situation, not put together in a five-minute briefing before the call.
Every client works with a dedicated team member who learns your business, anticipates the questions before you ask them, and gives timely, actionable advice that drives outcomes that actually matter.
We reach out before problems become expensive. Quarterly reviews, scheduled tax planning sessions and a standing line to your accountant mean you are always a step ahead of deadlines and changes in the rules.
Our Process
We start with a free consultation to understand your business, current setup, and what you need — from tax and bookkeeping to structure and compliance.
We review your financials, clean up anything needed, and set up the right systems and accounting platforms to keep everything accurate and compliant.
We manage your ongoing accounting, BAS, and tax, while providing proactive advice and support throughout the year as your business grows.
Testimonial
Our small business accounting services cover everything an owner-operated business needs to stay compliant and in control: sole trader, partnership and company tax returns, quarterly BAS, GST, financial statements, bookkeeping support, payroll and ongoing advice. As one of the small business accountants Melbourne business owners turn to, we scale our involvement to match your stage, from monthly bookkeeping through to quarterly or annual engagements.
Yes, even sole traders benefit from a small business accountant professional. We make sure you are claiming everything you are entitled to, your structure still suits your situation, your tax bill is optimised, and you avoid the expensive mistakes that catch out a lot of self-employed owners.
Fees depend on the size of your business, the entities involved and how hands-on you would like us to be. Most small business clients move to a monthly fee so there are no surprises. Book a free consultation and we will give you a transparent quote based on your actual needs.
Yes, switching is straightforward. As business accountants in Melbourne, we will request your file from your previous accountant, review your recent lodgements and financials, and have you up and running within a couple of weeks with no gap in compliance.
Absolutely. We help start-ups choose the right structure (sole trader, partnership, company or trust), register for the right tax obligations, set up Xero from day one, and build the financial habits that make growth easier later on. It's one of the reasons we're recommended as the best small business accountant in Melbourne for new business owners.
At a minimum, you will get structured quarterly check-ins and a detailed annual review. Clients on our advisory plans speak with us monthly, and our team is always contactable between sessions when something urgent pops up.
Book a free consultation with our team today and discover how the right small business accounting support can free you up to focus on what you do best.
