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Take the stress out of your business tax return

We understand the tax season can be stressful. But with Beany by your side, it doesn't have to be painful. Your dedicated Beany accountant will provide all the tax guidance your business needs. They'll also spend time with you to understand your business, help you minimise your tax liability, and structure your business for growth and risk mitigation.

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Business tax return

If you're a business owner, you need to lodge a tax return every year. A tax return is a form that tells the government how much money you made and how much tax you owe. In Australia, the deadline for filing your tax return is the 31st of October each year if you're a self-filer. But if you're registered with an accountant, the deadline could be extended to 15th of May, the following year. ​

To prepare your tax return, it's important to keep your accounting records for at least 5 years. These records include invoices, receipts, bank statements, and financial reports. It's worth noting that understanding your business structure (sole trader, partnership, company, or trust) is crucial, as it affects how you report your income and claim deductions. For further information on tax returns, visit our blog on the facts to know when filing an Australian income tax return.​

ONE SIMPLE FIXED MONTHLY FEE

What do you get with a Beany core package?

We’ve bundled everything you need into our core package, with one fixed cost split over 12 months. This covers your end-of-year accounts, tax minimisation, unlimited support/advice and more.We also have a wide range of other helpful services to help you as you start out or as you grow, such as bank reconciliation, tax returns, advisory, and more. Reach out to us for a free chat - we’d love to help.

Dedicated AU-based accountant

You'll get your own dedicated, certified accountant for all your accounting needs.

Reduced taxes

Conquer your taxes once and for all -  we carefully interpret accounting and tax legislation to enable you to pay the least amount of tax legally possible.

Tax compliance

With a painless annual questionnaire, Beany accountants will have all the information they need to process your tax returns.

Goal setting

Achieve your financial goals with Beany. Your accountant is there to help you set a plan, and will keep in touch to see how you are tracking.

Unlimited support

Need help with your Xero file? Not sure when your tax is due, or what to do with your payroll? You can call and email our Customer Support desk as often as you like.

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Never miss a deadline or vital information again with key business tips and strategies delivered to you.
You'll get your own dedicated, certified accountant for all your accounting needs.
Conquer your taxes once and for all -  we carefully interpret accounting and tax legislation to enable you to pay the least amount of tax legally possible.
With a painless annual questionnaire, Beany accountants will have all the information they need to process your tax returns.
Achieve your financial goals with Beany. Your accountant is there to help you set a plan, and will keep in touch to see how you are tracking.
Need help with your Xero file? Not sure when your tax is due, or what to do with your payroll? You can call and email our Customer Support desk as often as you like.
Never miss a deadline or vital information again with key business tips and strategies delivered to you.

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Accounting is like a chore to me. Using Beany means I’m still in control, but when I have a question it gets answered straight away. It’s all so seamless. Even though Beany is all online, I have a connection with my accountant, Rebecca. She makes me feel like family. Beany is easy, hassle-free, and always a step ahead.

Enny BenzonelliEnny BenzonelliDesigner, Enny Benzonelli Ltd

Accounting was really daunting. Now, it’s booked in my schedule, but it's something I don’t stress about anymore. I have the peace of mind to focus on my business and am learning how to manage my accounting as I continue to work with Beany - which is ultimately what I’m paying for.

Lane PedersenFounder, CLDWASH

Big shout out to Chantal, my amazing talented tax accountant. She’s got a huge amount of patience, (which she needed with me as a client) and great technical understanding. I’ve appreciated your prompt responses and actions. Thank you for all your support over the last year in getting out my annual accounts.

Pete YoungPete YoungCommercial Contracting

When I need accounting support, I get it. Beany takes the pressure off me; they take away all the grind work and make the process efficient. You’re paying a reasonable rate and getting the best connection. It’s hard to find accountants that work and understand the not-for-profit space, so I always say check out Beany.

Hadyn SmithHadyn SmithCrimestoppers

We spoke to lots of firms, looking for someone who understood small business and would take the time to get to know us. Julian solidified our choice; he’s a good listener, he didn’t talk over me, and offered valuable information. I always get a friendly response from the support team straight away and get extra info that I actually need.

KarenKaren Van HuffelDirector, Think Resourcing

Beany means I don’t have to deal with the headache of bookkeeping and accounting. I can go in at any time and see how we’re doing, whereas typical accountants wouldn’t interact with you until year-end. Everything is straightforward and uncomplicated. With Beany, you describe what you need and you can get it.

Peter WachtellPeter WachtellGroup Healthcare

When I started InfluenceWorks, I felt confident within my industry knowledge, but super under confident around the financial side of things. My Beany accountant went above and beyond, giving me step by step instructions on everything I needed to set up and even giving me super helpful tips about things outside of the financial realm.

Charlotte CainesCharlotte CainesCreative Director, InfluenceWorks

Getting set up on Beany was simple and painless, they even took care of the switch for us. Our accountant Jenny never hesitates to get involved or come up with solutions or advice for new or different scenarios that seem to regularly pop up. Unlike experiences with larger firms, we’ve always felt we get value for money; Beany isn’t low touch, low cost.

Lachie CampbellLachie CampbellDirector, Latitude Commodities

BEANY FAQS

Frequently asked questions

Don’t see your answer? Reach out to us, we’d love to help!
Register free and take a look around the Beany platform. A member of our team will reach out to learn about your business and your goals. They will offer the best way forward and if we're a good fit for each other. The next step is to choose a package that suits your business needs. Remember all of our packages are fixed monthly fees so there’s no surprises.
We help thousands of businesses grow by sharing the weight of their accounting, or taking it off their shoulders entirely. We combine the latest accounting cloud technology with a reassuring helping of human interaction. Our Beanies are there for you full time to keep things running smoothly and guide you through the tough stuff.   
Once you've finished your ID checks and ATO authorities, our team will be busy in the background getting connected with your Xero file and the Australian Tax Office.If you had any third parties where we need to do ID checks or get ATO authorities, we'll need to have these complete before we're able to work as your accountant. Once we've got the access we need and the ID checks are all complete, you'll receive an email introducing you to your new accountant along with a link to book a meeting with them to discuss your business goals.
Beany will give you support on any tax and accounting questions as part of your package. We are here to help.  And should you require some out-of-scope work, such as preparing a cash flow summary for the bank, or working through a specific tax issue, we will let you know any extra cost before we start.You can call and email our Customer Support desk as often as you like. The type of questions we get range from help with your Xero file, asking when your tax is due and what to do with your payroll!We always aim to respond within 24 hours with answers to your questions, although at peak accounting times it may take a little longer.Our Support desk is staffed by qualified and experienced Beanies who can respond quickly and accurately. If needed, they will also liaise with your personal Beany accountant.We can also offer you some training to help you manage some of these tasks yourself. It’s all part of the service.
Yes, we certainly do. We can provide advice on anything you would expect from a traditional accountant. Take a look at customer testimonials to get an idea of some of the advice we have provided.Please send us an email or give us a call. Once we understand what you need, we will provide a quote, detailing the cost of the advice and what you are going to receive from Beany. This way there are no surprises!
Beany has a 12 month commitment for all our accounting packages. This is because the monthly payment you make is actually the total cost for the year, split into 12 monthly payments, as a payment plan.We operate like this to give you certainty about the cost of your compliance, and to smooth cashflow for your business. 
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