Tradie Books Australia

Bookkeeping Services for Profit Growth

  • Accurate Records: Keep track of accounts, payroll, bank feeds, reconciliations, and filing.
  • Job Costing: Track job profits and get regular reports to make informed decisions.
  • Compliance Help: Stay up to date with BAS, super, TPARs, and other reports.

Not for: Tradie Books is not suitable for tradies who want to work on their own, earn under $250,000 revenue, don't care about job profitability, or aren't open to using QuickBooks Online or Xero.

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Accurate Bookkeeping Records

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Job Cost Tracking

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Industry Compliance Support

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Profit Growth

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We Help Tradies Grow Their Profits

HOW WE CAN HELP

Tradie Books Australia specialise in helping tradies grow their profits with our unique 3 Profit Pillar System so they don't struggle with overwhelm or lose sleep at night wondering where their business is really at.

Free Profit Appraisal

Do you know if you are making a profit on each job? Are you charging enough to account for "lost time"? Does your tax accountant go through your reports with you regularly so you know how your business is really doing?


If you answered no to any of these questions jump over to our free profit appraisal offer now... We'll give you an honest assessment of your numbers, a recommended action plan, and a personal call with our Director, award-winning Management Accountant, Kathi Tait.

Grow Your Profits

Our unique 3 Profit Pillar System ensures your business is set up to grow your profits.

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PILLAR ONE

Accurate & Timely Records - our weekly retainer packages include all your basic bookkeeping tasks, such as accounts payable and receivables, payroll, automatic bank feeds, bank coding and reconciliations, and electronic filing.

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PILLAR TWO

Cost Accounting & Reporting - our packages include customising a job costing system for your business, monitoring every job to maximize profit, and regular reporting so you have current information to make important business decisions on directing your resources.

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PILLAR THREE

Industry Compliance - we include standard industry compliance in our retainer packages to take the stress away from you. Your monthly or quarterly IAS & BAS, superannuation, annual TPARs, and portable long-service leave reports are all included in our service so you never have to worry about being late again.

Rescue

If you are behind in your books or compliance, we have a Special Items feature that will get you back up to date with all of your outstanding reports.


  • BAS
  • Superannuation
  • Annual TPAR (subbies report)
  • Portable long service leave returns
  • Overdue Tax Returns (in conjunction with a registered Tax Agent)



We can even help with asking the ATO to reduce or remove fines.


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Bookkeeping

Our services include all facets of bookkeeping from tracking expenses, creating supplier payment files, quoting, invoicing, chasing money, running payroll, lodging superannuation and single touch payroll (now mandatory), as well as helping you go completely paperless and ensuring you are organised for tax time.

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Compliance

Along with Superannuation, single touch payroll and BAS there are several other compliance requirements for the building industry we will help you get right and get in on time. Cut through the red tape with our help and have more time to get lucrative contracts with more profit built in - we help you calculate this too!

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Job Costing

Profit is the real reason we are all in business. We'll implement job costing procedures into your accounts to reveal true job profit. We will help you understand your monthly profit and loss reports, identify areas where expenses can be saved, show you how to maximize profit in every job you do and we’ll liaise with your tax accountant as well, making your life easier all around.

Manage Your Finances

At Tradie Books Australia, we offer bookkeeping services designed to support tradies and small businesses. Our services include packages for bookkeeping, cost accounting and more, helping businesses stay organised and on top of their financial management.


Whether you need assistance with reconciliations, payroll, or BAS lodgements, our practical approach aims to make managing your finances easier. We also provide free profit appraisals to help businesses better understand their financial situation and make informed decisions.


Call Tradie Books Australia today on 0421 604 401 to discuss how our bookkeeping services can benefit your business. Based in Perth, we assist clients Australia-wide, including Darwin, Adelaide, Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne and regional Australia.

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What We Do

Our packages offer a comprehensive range of financial services, designed with the unique needs of tradespeople in mind. They provide an integrated solution to help manage your business finances effectively.

We handle the nitty-gritty of bookkeeping with a focus on accuracy and clarity, so you can dedicate more time to your core business activities without worrying about the numbers.

Discover how to maximise your profits with our cost accounting service, aimed at helping you understand the financial implications of every business decision.

Our compliance services are designed to help you navigate industry regulations and meet necessary requirements. We aim to keep your business aligned with the latest standards, handling tasks such as BAS lodgements, superannuation reporting, and annual TPARs, so you can focus on your work.

Take advantage of our free profit appraisal to gain insights into your financial performance and uncover opportunities for growth and improved cash flow.

Simplifying Finances for Busy Tradies

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Why Industry Compliance Matters for Your Business

We understand the unique challenges tradies face when it comes to managing finances. That’s why our services are designed to fit the needs of local tradespeople, offering tailored solutions to manage cash flow, expenses, and compliance. From industry-specific reporting to cost accounting, our approach aims to simplify financial management so you can focus on running your business.


Industry compliance is essential for ensuring your business meets legal and regulatory obligations, protecting it from penalties and operational disruptions. Compliance tasks, such as BAS and superannuation reporting or annual TPARs, are necessary for businesses of all sizes. Whether you’re lodging quarterly reports or meeting specific industry standards, staying compliant fosters trust with stakeholders and helps minimise risks. By maintaining accurate records and addressing these obligations promptly, businesses can also improve operational efficiency and focus on growth. At Tradie Books Australia, we aim to make compliance easier, so you’re always ready for audits and reporting deadlines.


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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is bookkeeping and why should I care about it?

    Bookkeeping is simply keeping track of all the money that comes in and goes out of your business. When done properly, it shows you where you’re making money (or losing it), keeps you out of trouble with the tax office, and helps you make smart business decisions. Tradie Books goes one step further with regular reporting and analysis helping clients establish sound business foundations and grow their profits faster.

  • Is bookkeeping the same as accounting?

    Not quite. Bookkeeping is all about recording your numbers. Accounting takes those numbers and helps you figure out what they mean—like whether your profit is healthy, if your spending is too high, or when to hire someone. Both are important for a growing business and with Tradie Books Australia you get a blended service package of essential bookkeeping and insightful reporting and analysis. There’s no easier way to grow your business without expensive consultants and coaching fees.

  • Do I really need a bookkeeper for my small business?

    If you're tired of guessing how your business is doing, a bookkeeper can give you real answers. You'll get clear reports that help you see what's working, what’s not, and how to improve your profits. Plus, they take boring admin off your plate. Tradie Books will give you the confidence to grow your business, knowing your numbers are accurate and you have a team behind you.

  • Which bookkeeping software should I use?

    Most people go with tools like Xero or QuickBooks Online. The best one depends on how your business runs. Each of these software have different focuses like apps that plug-in and job costing capabilities. Ask Tradie Books which software suits you best and see our latest discounts deals.

  • How do I do my own bookkeeping?

    You can use software to enter your sales, expenses, and bank info regularly. But if you want 100% accurate books and deeper insight—like where you’re wasting money or how to boost profit—it’s worth having a bookkeeper who knows what to look for and sets up custom reports for you.

  • How much does a bookkeeper cost?

    Costs vary, but many bookkeepers offer packages that match your business size and needs. The right one will actually help you save money by spotting overspending or missed income—so it often pays for itself. At Tradie Books we offer cheap backlog hourly bookkeeping rates and standardized bookkeeping and report packages for clients at every level of growth.

  • What records do I need to keep for tax time?

    You’ll need to digitize receipts, invoices, payroll records, and bank statements. Tradie Books has developed systems to help you go digital so you won’t need to store a box of paper any longer. Depending on your business there are several solutions for paperless filing and easy record keeping for tax time—no more last-minute shoebox panic.

  • How often should I update my books?

    Depending on how often you want to use your reports. Most small business owners only need monthly updates. Tradie Books sends clients reports monthly after reconciling so our clients always know their figures and can spot trends early—like if a product isn’t selling well or costs are creeping up.

  • Can I do it all myself?

    Sure—but it takes time, focus, and a good eye for detail. Many owners start out DIY, but when the business grows, it’s easy to fall behind. Outsourcing helps you stay ahead and lets you spend more time running the business, not chasing numbers. Ask yourself if you’d hire a plumber to fix your lights? Why would you do your bookkeeping yourself if you are serious about growing your business?

  • What should I look for in a bookkeeper?

    Look for someone who’s qualified, easy to talk to, and proactive about helping your business grow. You want someone who can explain your numbers in plain English and give you reports that actually help you run your business better. If you want to grow your business and your profits you need a bookkeeping firm with a difference like Tradie Books, we are set up to ensure your success!

  • How can Tradie Books help me grow my business profits?

    Here’s the gold: Tradie Books recently launched Profit Booster Reporting which is quarterly calculation, tracking and analysis of your number using our accurate bookkeeping and smart reports, you’ll see exactly which services or products are profitable, where you're overspending, and what changes could boost your bottom line. It’s like having a built-in business advisor who speaks numbers.

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Testimonials

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Kathi started working with me near the end of 2020 after 2 builders I'd been working with had gone broke after Covid hit the economy hard. My business was suffering badly in trying to recover and the accountant I'd been using was not helping me in any significant way. Kathi jumped straight in, reconciled the mess we'd made of my accounts, set us up in Quickbooks and within a few months helped me go from making a 50K loss to nearly 300K profit. We are now rapidly expanding and making more money than ever now we have job costing in place and several adult apprentices onboard we get rebates for. I cannot recommend her services highly enough, whatever you need Kath finds a way to make it happen for us. Try Tradie Books Australia and Kathi - you will not regret it!


Dorrian Smerdon | Native Coatings Pty Ltd

Kathi started working with our company around 6 years ago when we needed an expert in Quickbooks to get our accounts in order. Her expertise in the software has been invaluable over the years in costing, budgeting, cash flow management, management reporting and payroll and superannuation management. We rely heavily on her experience to ensure our compliance is done on time, including the ATO requirements as well as QBCC, QLeave, TPAR and Payroll Tax reporting. We have now grown to a group of 6 companies and Kathi and her team provide professional, timely and accurate services for our bookkeeping, BAS, payroll and other management accounting needs. Our Tax Accountant told us she'd never seen such a clean set of accounts so she saved us money there too! Try Kathi and her team out, you will not be disappointed.


Peter Hogan | Direct Scaffold Supplies & Cando Scaffold

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