Business Details
15 Years
experience
Trusted Chartered Accountants in North Melbourne
Waterson Accounting is a small firm of highly experienced Chartered Accountants based in North Melbourne, established in 2011. Our team provides tax and accounting services for small and medium-sized businesses, self-managed superannuation funds, and individuals, with a focus on personalized, results-driven solutions. We are committed to delivering excellence in tax and accounting advice within legal and professional standards, prioritizing affordability and transparency. Our services extend beyond basic compliance to include business planning, tax strategy, estate planning, and salary packaging. As members of Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand, we uphold rigorous professional standards while maintaining a client-centric approach.Our expertise in navigating complex tax legislation ensures optimal outcomes for clients, whether they require straightforward bookkeeping or sophisticated tax minimization strategies. We build long-term relationships by offering tailored advice that aligns with clients' unique circumstances and goals. Our team's dedication to continuous learning ensures we remain current with legislative changes and industry best practices. Clients benefit from our proactive, business-oriented approach that combines technical accuracy with practical insights. We pride ourselves on being accessible, honest, and reliable partners in financial and tax management.
Services
Tax Services
Business Tax
Individual Tax
SMSF Setup
Ongoing Administration
SMSF Audit
Business Setup
Tax Planning
Estate Planning
Salary Packaging
Details
- Year established: 2011
Highlights and features
- We offer 10+ years of Chartered Accountant expertise in tax and business advisory.
- Our personalized approach ensures solutions tailored to your specific circumstances.
- We provide transparent pricing with no hidden fees or financial product upselling.
- Our team maintains rigorous professional standards through continuous education.
- We combine technical tax knowledge with practical, business-oriented advice.
Associations and certifications
- Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand
What people say
Invaluable addition
Timely valuable advice
Refreshing honest straight shooter
Instrumental growth development
Trusted working relationship
Services
Tax Services
Waterson Accounting provides comprehensive tax services for businesses, individuals, and families. Our expertise includes income tax returns, GST compliance, capital gains tax planning, and business activity statements. We help clients navigate complex tax legislation to achieve legitimate tax minimization while maintaining compliance with ATO requirements.
SMSF Setup
We specialize in establishing self-managed superannuation funds tailored to clients' retirement goals. Our service includes fund structure advice, trustee documentation, and ATO compliance procedures. Ongoing administration and audit support ensures continued regulatory adherence and optimal fund performance.
Business Setup
Waterson Accounting assists in selecting optimal business structures including companies, trusts, and partnerships. We provide guidance on tax implications, asset protection, and government incentives while ensuring compliance with ASIC requirements during entity formation.
Tax Planning
Our proactive tax planning services identify opportunities for legitimate tax savings. We analyze clients' financial situations to implement strategies involving salary packaging, business restructuring, and small business CGT concessions while maintaining compliance with anti-avoidance provisions.
Estate Planning
We help clients structure their assets for efficient intergenerational transfer. Our services include wills, testamentary trusts, and family trust structures designed to minimize tax liabilities while protecting family wealth for future generations.
People
Craig Waterson
Chartered Accountant
Craig Waterson leads Waterson Accounting with over 10 years' experience in tax advisory. He specializes in business structuring, SMSF compliance, and strategic tax planning while maintaining Chartered Accountant professional standards.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer for small businesses?
We provide business tax returns, financial statements, BAS/IAS preparation, business structuring advice, and tax planning services tailored to small and medium enterprises.
Do you assist with self-managed super funds?
Yes, we offer SMSF setup, ongoing administration, audit compliance, and strategic advice to optimize retirement savings within regulatory frameworks.
Can you help with personal tax returns?
We prepare individual tax returns, provide tax planning advice, and assist with ATO liaison for personal income tax matters across all taxpayer circumstances.
What makes your firm different from other accountants?
We combine Chartered Accountant expertise with personalized service, transparent pricing, and proactive tax strategies focused on long-term client relationships rather than product sales.
Are you qualified to provide tax advice?
Our team consists of Chartered Accountants with specialist tax accreditation, maintaining professional development to ensure compliance with current legislation and industry standards.
