CAIRNS LEADING ACCOUNTANTS, TAX PLANNING & BUSINESS ADVISORY FIRM

Welcome to Eagle Accounting, your trusted accountants in Cairns. We specialise in financial accounting and tax planning for Cairns businesses.

Our team of professionals go over and above to help manage all aspects of your business, offering a holistic approach to business accountant services. Our mission is to simplify the complex world of accounting, enabling you to focus on growing and diversifying your business.

GOT QUESTIONS ABOUT TAX PLANNING OR BUSINESS ADVISORY?

We’re here to help with business planning, financial modelling, and all your accounting queries.

WHAT EAGLE ACCOUNTING CAN DO FOR YOU

WHAT CAN WE HELP YOU WITH?

Making complicated, simple.

TAX AND ACCOUNTING SERVICES

This exciting topic may not be for everyone; however, we are dedicated to meeting tax and compliance obligations for our clients on time and in precise order. We’re highly efficient, proactive and streamlined, which means our clients are completely confident there will be no last-minute issues or surprises that may arise at tax time.

MANAGEMENT RIGHTS AND REAL ESTATE AGENTS

We can proudly claim to be one the leading management rights accounting firms in Australia. After more than 20 years working in this area, we can confidently say that we know this industry inside and out and are highly qualified to undertake specialised consulting projects including financial due diligence, business forecasting, profit improvement and preparation of businesses for sale.

TRUST ACCOUNT AUDIT SERVICES

Understanding trust account legislation isn’t for everyone, however our aim is to keep it simple, whether it is a Real Estate or Legal Trust Account we work with clients in a positive and practical manner making sure they meet their reporting and legislative requirements. We also advise how to move your audit to the cloud so it can be completed remotely keeping business disruption to a minimum.

MEDICAL PROFESSIONALS AND PRACTICE SPECIALIST

With many clients in the healthcare industry, we have wide-ranging knowledge of the accountancy and taxation considerations relevant to doctors, dentists and other practitioners. We will assist you in structuring and managing your medical practice to give you more time to spend on the other things you enjoy.

SELF MANAGED SUPERANNUATION FUNDS (SMSF)

The compliance requirements involved in having an SMSF are complicated, but not when you have Eagle Accounting on your side. We know the intricacies of the SMSF rules and regulations and will guide you through them to your successful retirement.

BOOKKEEPING AND PAYROLL SERVICES

  • Taking care of your data entry and payroll (on a permanent or temporary basis)
  • Regular review of data and BAS lodgements
  • Set up and training in Xero or MYOB software
  • Case-by-case problem solving, e.g. employee termination pays or unusual transactions
  • Compliance review of your payroll system
  • Navigating SuperStream, Single Touch Payroll (STP) and payroll tax
  • Reconciliation of payroll and superannuation at year end
  • Streamlining administration processes
  • Early recognition of issues to be referred to your accountant

You will no longer be bogged down in data entry, freeing your time to focus on managing your business.

OTHER SERVICES

We love a good project! These can involve:

  • Exploring the costs and benefits of your business ideas
  • Due diligence for business acquisitions
  • Financial modelling such as cashflow projections, budgeting and return on investment
  • Business planning
  • Restructuring
  • Succession planning
  • External CFO function
  • Preparation of sale figures and assistance in selling your business
  • QBCC licensing, minimum financial requirements, reports
  • Help business innovate and make strategic decisions
  • Finding opportunities to grow and improve your business

WHY CHOOSE EAGLE ACCOUNTING?

Personal
Service

We take customer service seriously and believe in having a hands-on and genuine relationship with all our clients.

FAST TURN AROUND AND RESPONSIVENESS TO CLIENTS

We keep in close communication with our customers to take care of all their requirements methodically and quickly, ensuring your business management and financial needs are met. Which is why we are always available to answer queries (well, not at all hours of the night!).

IDENTIFY RISKS AND PROBLEM SOLVING

Our high-performance accounting team can analyse potential problems businesses may face and help our clients avoid them.

RELIEVES WORRY AND STRESS

Everyone wants peace of mind when it comes to their tax and compliance lodgements. Here at Eagle Accounting, we are meticulous in checking issues and bringing them to our clients’ attention before they happen.

HELPS EXPLAIN COMPLICATED TAX ISSUES

We make sure all our clients have a complete understanding of their tax compliance requirements.

PROVIDE A SOUNDING BOARD

We love to discuss ideas and problem solve with business operators to help them improve and grow their business.

EAGLE PACKAGE OPTIONS

We have a range of packages to suit your business.

The Egg

Hatchling

The Hatchling

The Fledgling

maturity

Maturity

MAKING COMPLICATED, SIMPLE.

How can we help you?

EAGLE INSIGHTS

Take a look at our resources

GENERAL MEDICAL PRACTICES, PAYROLL TAX AND PAYMENT METHODS

If you work as a GP or are involved in running a general medical practice you would be aware of the various state revenue offices reviewing the payment methods of GP practices and the application of payroll tax legislation regarding those payments.

BENEFITS OF CHECKING YOUR QBCC FINANCIAL REQUIREMENTS BEFORE 30 JUNE

As the financial year draws to a close, it's important for businesses in the construction industry to review their financial information and how they comply with the QBCC financial requirements for their licence category.

CLAIMING A TAX DEDUCTION FOR A PERSONAL SUPERANNUATION CONTRIBUTION

Superannuation contributions can be an effective strategy to reduce your tax. You should act as soon as possible to make your contribution deductible for the 2023 financial year.

MEET YOUR TEAM

Chris Ganfield

Director - CPA

Chris specialises in structuring, accounting and taxation advice to the medical, construction and hospitality industries.

Chris also manages the audit function, in particular the audit of trust accounts for the real estate industry and QBCC ‘Minimum Financial Requirements’ reporting. He has an in-depth knowledge of the related legislations.

Chris provides sound strategic business and accounting advice to help clients reach their business goals.

MIRIAM EAGLE

Director - FCPA

Miriam is well known for her expertise in management rights and motels, but also services a broad portfolio of other industries.

She is particularly sought out for her due diligence skills and other considerations in assisting clients to purchase or start up businesses.

Miriam remains a reliable participant in your business journey from start up, ongoing management, through to sale and retirement planning.

She enjoys making connections with people and being involved in shaping their futures.

Timothy Anderson

Auditor - CAANZ

Tim has extensive audit experience, and specialises in trust accounts

He has a ‘do it right the first time’ and ‘here to help’ ethos which assists clients to navigate through their reporting obligations with confidence

Tim tries to keep fit and healthy by walking and keeping up with his young family.  He loves travel especially when it involves food and wine.

Kelly Rogers

KELLY ROGERS

Accountant - CPA

Kelly brings a depth of experience to the Eagle team. She knows her way around BAS CGT GST FBT ICA STP and all the acronyms the ATO has thrown at us!

Full of positive energy, she strives for excellence in everything she does, whether volunteering in the community or problem solving your tax dilemma

You can rely on Kelly to guide you though your accounting and tax obligations with helpful advice and solutions

Leanne Vandenhooven

LEANNE VANDENHOOVEN

Accountant - Xero Certified Consultant

Leanne Vandenhooven sees the whole picture. Having worked in business administration roles right up to complicated public accounting challenges, few accountants can provide such a wide range of practical advice.

As our resident Xero and MYOB expert, she is the go to person for set up, training and troubleshooting in these software packages. Leanne also is an expert in payroll administration and advising you regarding your obligations as an employer.

So rather than get yourself in a tangle, call Leanne for solutions delivered in her cheerful manner.

Felicity Henery

FELICITY HAWORTH

Accountant - Xero Certified Consultant

Felicity’s aim is to take the stress away from your bookkeeping duties. She makes sure your financial information is up to date and all ATO documentation is lodged on time.

Felicity’s efficiency and attention to detail is impressive. She can manage your bookkeeping, BAS or payroll on a regular basis, or just get you up to date and on the right track. With Felicity on your side, bookkeeping and compliance problems will be a thing of the past.

Give her a call, she might just reconcile your whole world!

Eagle Accounting goes over and above to provide clients with timely, practical solutions which add value to their financial adventures. Find out more about joining our team.