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Fixed-fee packages for Australian small business

One price, in writing,
before we start.

Bookkeeping, BAS, payroll and tax for trades, small businesses and side hustles. No hourly meters and no surprise invoices.

Book a free 15-minute callNo lock-in. Cancel with 30 days’ notice.
Choose your package

Pick the package that fits where you are

Pay monthly, or pay annually and get one month free. All prices exclude GST.

Forward Start

Rideshare and delivery drivers, freelancers, Airbnb hosts, online sellers and sole traders

$49/month + GST

or $539/year with one month free

Enquire about this package
  • Annual tax return prepared and lodged
  • Quarterly BAS if GST-registered
  • QuickBooks Online setup and bank feeds
  • ATO correspondence handled
  • June tax estimate
  • Email support within 2 business days
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Forward Business

Shops, cafes, consultants, clinics and small businesses

$249/month + GST

or $2,739/year with one month free

Enquire about this package
  • Everything in Forward Start
  • Monthly bookkeeping, up to 100 transactions
  • Annual business tax return and financial statements
  • Payroll for up to 3 staff, super and STP
  • Quarterly BAS preparation and lodgement
  • 45-minute annual tax planning session
  • Unlimited email support

Forward Growth

Builders, electricians, plumbers and teams with subcontractors

$449/month + GST

or $4,939/year with one month free

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  • Everything in Forward Business
  • Up to 300 transactions per month
  • Payroll for up to 10 staff
  • Annual TPAR lodgement
  • Quarterly profit and cashflow insights
  • Structured end-of-financial-year tax planning
  • Two strategy sessions annually
  • Priority phone and WhatsApp support

Forward Scale

Established businesses with higher transaction volumes and growing payroll

$695/month + GST

or $7,645/year with one month free

Enquire about this package
  • Everything in Forward Growth
  • Up to 600 transactions per month
  • Payroll for up to 20 staff
  • Quarterly management reports
  • Annual budget and cashflow forecast
  • Job and project profitability tracking
  • Same-business-day email and phone response
Included with every package

The essentials, whichever plan you choose

  • Registered Tax Agent

    Expert support and ATO representation whenever you need it.

  • Fixed price in writing

    You know exactly what you pay before any work starts.

  • Plain English, no lock-in

    Personal service, clear advice and no lock-in contracts.

Transaction volume

Clear bands as your business grows

If your transaction volume changes, we explain the next band and ask for your approval before your price changes.

Transactions per monthPackageMonthly + GST
Up to 100Forward Business$249
101–200Forward Business, high-volume cap$349
201–300Forward Growth$449
301–600Forward Scale$695
600+ or multi-entityTailored quoteFrom $1,095

Caps count reconciled transactions across all bank accounts. Any changes are agreed in writing in advance.

One-off services

Extra support when you need it

New Business Kickstart

$880 once-off + GST

Structure advice, registrations, QuickBooks setup, payroll readiness and first BAS. Government fees billed at cost.

Book Clean-Up Rescue

From $660 once-off + GST

Catch up on reconciliations, receipts and outstanding BAS. Fixed quote after a free review.

Property Investor Return

From $330 per property + GST

Rental and Airbnb income, capital gains and depreciation considerations with your individual return.

Frequently asked questions

Answers before you ask

Are there lock-in contracts?

No. Monthly plans can be cancelled with 30 days’ notice. Annual plans include one month free compared with 12 monthly payments.

What if I exceed my transaction limit?

We flag consistent increases in advance, explain the next band and obtain your approval before changing your price.

Do you only work with QuickBooks Online?

These fixed packages are designed around QuickBooks Online. Contact us to discuss Xero or MYOB.

Can you help if I am behind on BAS or tax returns?

Yes. Book Clean-Up Rescue can help bring records up to date before moving onto a regular package.

What happens above 600 transactions?

We prepare a tailored quote, starting from $1,095 per month plus GST, including for multi-entity groups.

Find your package in 15 minutes.

Bring your latest BAS or tax notice if you have one. We’ll explain your options and confirm scope and price in writing.

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Prices exclude GST. Unusual complexity, capital gains events, SMSF work and multi-entity arrangements may be quoted separately. Final pricing and scope are confirmed before engagement.