Business Details
10 Years
experience
Trusted Accounting Services in Horsley NSW
We are a dedicated team of accounting professionals committed to empowering businesses through comprehensive bookkeeping and financial management solutions. Established in 2016, our firm leverages over 15 years of combined industry experience to deliver tailored services that drive business growth. Our expertise spans general bookkeeping, advanced accounting processes, payroll management, and training in leading software platforms like Xero and QuickBooks Online. We prioritise transparency, leveraging cutting-edge tools such as Hubdoc to streamline financial workflows and reduce administrative burdens for our clients. Our team maintains rigorous professional standards, evidenced by our registrations as BAS Agents and memberships with the Australian Bookkeepers Association and Association of Accounting Technicians.We specialise in demystifying financial statements for business owners, providing actionable insights to optimise profitability and long-term success. Our local knowledge of the Illawarra region informs our client-centric approach, ensuring solutions align with community-specific business needs. With a proven track record in both financial services and small business operations, we combine technical expertise with practical understanding of entrepreneurial challenges. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our structured service tiers, accommodating businesses of varying transaction volumes from $300/month upwards. We maintain a client-focused ethos, offering unlimited email support and flexible add-on services to meet evolving business requirements.
Services
Bookkeeping Services
Payroll Management
BAS Preparation
Xero Training
QuickBooks Support
Financial Reporting
Hubdoc Integration
Virtual Administration
Details
- Year established: 2016
Highlights and features
- We offer 15+ years' combined experience in financial services and small business operations
- Our team maintains dual certifications with leading industry associations
- We implement automated solutions using Xero, QuickBooks and Hubdoc platforms
- We provide tiered pricing structures accommodating businesses of all sizes
- Our local Illawarra expertise informs practical, context-specific financial advice
Associations and certifications
- Australian Bookkeepers Association
- Association of Accounting Technicians
- BAS Agent Registered
What people say
Amazing businesses
Passionate about helping
Dedicated team
Expert bookkeeping
Grow to full potential
Services
Bookkeeping Services
We manage complete bookkeeping cycles including data entry, bank reconciliations, and financial statement preparation. Our cloud-based systems ensure real-time financial visibility while maintaining ATO compliance. Services scale from basic transaction recording to comprehensive month-end reporting.
Payroll Management
We handle full payroll administration including STP reporting, superannuation compliance, and payslip generation. Our solutions accommodate businesses with 2-10 employees standard, with add-on capacity for larger workforces. All statutory obligations are proactively managed.
BAS Preparation
We prepare and lodge BAS/IAS statements with precision, ensuring timely ATO compliance. Our service includes GST calculations, PAYG withholding management, and error-checking to prevent compliance issues for quarterly or monthly lodgements.
Software Training
We provide hands-on training for Xero and QuickBooks Online platforms, focusing on practical implementation. Sessions cover financial reporting, invoice management, and integration with Hubdoc for automated document workflows.
Financial Reporting
We produce detailed profit and loss statements, balance sheets, and custom management reports. Our analysis helps business owners understand cash flow patterns, identify growth opportunities, and make data-driven financial decisions.
People
Penny Michie
Founder & BAS Agent
With 15 years' financial services experience, Penny established Shellharbour Bookkeeping in 2016. A certified Bookkeeper and ABA member, she specialises in transforming business financials while maintaining local Illawarra community connections.
Kirsty Davies
Senior Bookkeeper
Kirsty joined the team in 2018 after completing her Certificate IV in Bookkeeping. Her expertise in Excel and process optimisation ensures efficient financial management for clients while maintaining a client-focused approach.
Questions
What accounting software do you support?
We specialise in Xero and QuickBooks Online, with full integration capabilities for Hubdoc automated document processing.
Do you offer payroll services?
Yes, we provide comprehensive payroll management including STP reporting for up to 10 employees, with scalable options for larger teams.
Are your services available remotely?
Our cloud-based solutions enable full-service delivery Australia-wide, with local Illawarra area clients receiving priority support.
What qualifications do your staff hold?
Our team maintains Certificate IV in Financial Services (Bookkeeping), BAS Agent registration, and industry association memberships.
How are service tiers structured?
We offer four pricing tiers based on transaction volumes, from 100 to unlimited monthly transactions with corresponding feature sets.