Business Details
Your Trusted Accounting Partner in Lismore
At Sackett & Weir, we specialise in providing tailored accounting, tax, and bookkeeping services to small business owners, tradespeople, professionals, and primary producers across Northern NSW. With over 50 years of local expertise, our CPA-qualified team prioritises understanding your unique business needs to deliver strategic solutions that drive growth and financial success. We combine deep industry knowledge with a commitment to ongoing professional development, ensuring clients receive current, compliant advice.Our services span tax return preparation, business structuring, software support, and specialised guidance for primary producers navigating industry-specific tax concessions. We pride ourselves on building long-term relationships through transparent communication, personalised service, and a proactive approach to helping clients achieve their business goals.
Services
Tax Returns
Bookkeeping
Business Structuring
Tax Planning
Primary Producers Services
Highlights and features
- We offer over 50 years of local accounting expertise.
- Our team is CPA-qualified with ongoing professional development.
- We provide tailored solutions for primary producers' tax concessions.
- We prioritise understanding your business for strategic advice.
- We combine compliance with proactive growth-focused strategies.
Associations and certifications
- CPA Australia
What people say
Professional and thorough
Enjoyable and FUN
Fantastic with general business advice
Quickly and thoroughly answered
Highly recommended
Services
Tax Returns
We prepare and lodge personal income and business tax returns to maximise refunds while ensuring compliance. Our team stays updated on tax laws to identify deductions and concessions specific to your industry. Clients receive clear explanations of their returns and strategic advice for future tax planning.
Bookkeeping
Our bookkeeping services include payroll processing, superannuation obligations, and software coding reconciliations. We offer cloud-based solutions and tailored support to maintain accurate financial records. Clients benefit from streamlined processes that free time for core business activities while ensuring ATO compliance.
Business Structuring
We advise on optimal business structures and handle registrations for sole traders, partnerships, and companies. Our guidance covers legal requirements, tax implications, and growth potential. We simplify complex decisions to establish foundations aligned with long-term business objectives and regulatory compliance.
Primary Producers Services
Specialised services for primary producers include succession planning, fuel rebate claims, and capital gains tax strategies. We leverage deep knowledge of industry-specific concessions and ATO requirements. Our support extends to farm management deposits and grant applications to enhance agricultural business sustainability.
Tax Planning
We develop year-round tax strategies to legally minimise liabilities and prepare for year-end obligations. Services include investment tax analysis, negative gearing advice, and capital gains planning. Proactive strategies ensure clients retain more income while maintaining compliance with evolving tax legislation.
People
Leanne
Principal, CPA
Leanne holds a Bachelor of Business in Accounting/Finance and has led Sackett & Weir since 2008. With prior industry experience at NEC Home Electronics and as a Justice of the Peace, she combines technical expertise with community-focused service.
Amy
Customer Service / Bookkeeping
Amy joined the team in 2023, managing front-desk operations and bookkeeping tasks. Her role ensures seamless client communication and accurate financial administration support for small business clients.
Tayla
Customer Service
Tayla has been with Sackett & Weir since 2016, providing part-time customer service support. Her long-term experience ensures consistent, knowledgeable assistance for clients navigating accounting and compliance requirements.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer for small businesses?
We provide tax returns, bookkeeping, business structuring, payroll processing, and software support tailored to small businesses in Lismore and surrounding areas.
Do you specialise in services for primary producers?
Yes, we offer specialised tax concessions, succession planning, and compliance support for primary producers in the Northern Rivers region.
How can I submit documents for my tax return?
Clients can submit documents via email, post, in-person drop-off, or virtual appointments. Include contact details for return signing coordination.
Are you a CPA-qualified firm?
Yes, we are a CPA Australia-qualified firm, ensuring high professional standards and ongoing training in tax and accounting practices.
What areas do you service?
We serve Lismore, Ballina, Byron Bay, Casino, Kyogle, and surrounding regions with in-person and remote accounting solutions.
