Shoebox Books Gold Coast Central

Shoebox Books Gold Coast Central Bookkeeping designed for small business and tradies. Shoebox Bookkeeping has low-cost, fixed priced packages designed so you get exactly what you need.

Shoebox Books has a unique bookkeeping system which suits any business model and budget .. We will complete and lodge your BAS accurately and on time and we will sit down with you to go over your profit and loss to assist you with the critical information you need to make better business decisions. Even if you are years behind, we can help you so you will never be behind again! Our lite packages

start from as little as $160 a month. If you need a better bookkeeping system, but not sure where to start Shoebox Bookkeeping has a proven system that will work for you.

Running a business means juggling invoices, expenses, payroll and tax obligations. The right accounting software can sav...
09/03/2026

Running a business means juggling invoices, expenses, payroll and tax obligations. The right accounting software can save you hundreds of hours. Studies show that businesses using automation save 300+ hours per year on financial administration.

That’s the equivalent of:
✈️ 7–8 extra weeks of holiday
🌴 Almost two months of full-time work

Accounting software can help you:

✅ Real-time financial insights – instantly see your cash flow, income and expenses
✅ Automatic bank feeds – transactions import directly from your bank
✅ Simpler GST & BAS reporting – organised records make BAS preparation easier
✅ Reduced errors – automation minimises manual data entry and mistakes
✅ Access anywhere – manage invoices, receipts and finances on the go
✅ Less admin – automation reduces manual bookkeeping tasks

It’s no surprise that around 70–75% of Australian businesses now use cloud accounting software to manage their finances more efficiently.

At Shoebox Books Gold Coast Central , we set up your accounting software properly and keep everything running smoothly — giving you clarity, control, and more time to focus on growing your business.
Give us a call to get started.

📞 0402 146 196
https://shoeboxbooksandtax.com.au/

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Payday Super is coming — and it’s not a small change! From 1 July 2026, employers must pay super at the same time as wag...
17/02/2026

Payday Super is coming — and it’s not a small change!

From 1 July 2026, employers must pay super at the same time as wages, instead of quarterly. While the total super paid may not change, how it’s calculated, processed, and reported will.
This shift affects cash flow planning, payroll timing, and compliance, so businesses need to prepare early. Frequent payroll processing and accurate employee data will be key to staying compliant and avoiding disruption.

How to get ahead now: 👇
• Review your payroll setup
• Ensure your clearing house is compliant
• Confirm employee super fund details
• Forecast cash flow to include super in each pay cycle
• Automate payroll and super payments wherever possible

At Shoebox Books Gold Coast Central, we help business owners make sure payroll and super are set up properly — clearly, accurately, and without stress.

Whether you manage payroll in-house or want to hand it over completely, we’ll make sure everything is running the way it should.

Let us handle the books so you can focus on running your business.

📞 0402 146 196
https://shoeboxbooksandtax.com.au/bookkeeping/

One quick look in the glovebox… and suddenly you remember all those receipts you meant to sort out later…😅They start sma...
10/02/2026

One quick look in the glovebox… and suddenly you remember all those receipts you meant to sort out later…😅

They start small… then somehow they multiply… and before you know it, your stress levels are through the roof!
Sound familiar?

At Shoebox Books Gold Coast Central, we help tradies, sole traders, and busy business owners keep their bookkeeping organised, up to date, and tax-time ready — so you can focus on running your business (not chasing receipts).
✅ Less stress
✅ More clarity
✅ Clean, organised books

Let’s take those receipts off your hands!
Take control of your bookkeeping, contact us today!

📞 0402 146 196
https://shoeboxbooksandtax.com.au/bookkeeping/

If you are voluntarily registered for GST and your GST turnover is under $75,000 (or $150,000 for not-for-profit bodies)...
14/10/2025

If you are voluntarily registered for GST and your GST turnover is under $75,000 (or $150,000 for not-for-profit bodies) and have chosen to report annually, you only need to lodge one BAS per year.

📅 For the 2024–25 financial year, your annual GST return is due by 31 October 2025.

Lodging a BAS isn’t an easy task, so here are some tips to help you do it correctly:

📌 Keep thorough records.
All sales, fees, expenses, wages, and other business costs
📌 Use the correct GST accounting method
Make sure your method suits your business structure
📌 Keep all GST records
Tax invoices and supporting documents for at least 5 years
📌 Check your tax invoices
Ensure GST is included on any invoices you issue
📌 Avoid manual errors
Use the correct formulas when calculating GST
📌 Only claim GST credits on the business portion of purchases for business and personal use

Need help with your BAS? Don’t hesitate to get in touch!
At Shoebox Books Gold Coast Central, we are BAS experts, ready to make lodging simple, accurate, and stress-free.

Call us today to book a free consultation!
📞 0402 146 196
https://shoeboxbooksandtax.com.au/

Managing a business involves more than just day-to-day operations, keeping track of every transaction while trying to gr...
02/10/2025

Managing a business involves more than just day-to-day operations, keeping track of every transaction while trying to grow your business can be challenging, receipts and invoices accumulate, records can be misplaced, and cash flow may not always be clear. 💸

Without accurate records, making smart decisions is difficult. We’ll keep your books in order so you can stay on top of your finances. ✅

Clarity today means smarter decisions tomorrow.

Get in touch with us today, we’ll keep your books sorted!

📞 0402 146 196

https://shoeboxbooksandtax.com.au/bookkeeping/

BAS for Quarter 1, 2025–26 is due 28 October – Don’t leave it to the last minute!The earlier you get started, the smooth...
29/09/2025

BAS for Quarter 1, 2025–26 is due 28 October – Don’t leave it to the last minute!

The earlier you get started, the smoother the process. Keeping your records up to date helps you to:

✅ Have enough time to review and correct any errors before lodging
✅ Accurately claim all deductions and credits you’re entitled to
✅ Avoid the stress of last-minute preparation
✅ Lodge on time with confidence and accuracy

Need help getting your BAS sorted? At Shoebox Books Gold Coast Central , we are BAS registered agents ready to guide you through the process.

Give us a call to get started!

📞0402 146 196

https://shoeboxbooksandtax.com.au

Unsure About Your Super Obligations?  From 1 July 2025, the Super Guarantee rate was raised to 12%. Employers must now c...
01/09/2025

Unsure About Your Super Obligations?

From 1 July 2025, the Super Guarantee rate was raised to 12%. Employers must now contribute at this higher rate on their employees’ ordinary time earnings.

💡 Why it matters: Meeting your super contributions ensures your employees’ financial security and keeps your business compliant.

⚠️ If you miss payments, you could face:

👉 The Super Guarantee Charge (SG + interest + admin fees)
👉 Losing tax deductions
👉 Non-compliance can harm your company's reputation and employee trust.

📅 Key Deadlines for Super Payments
To avoid penalties, ensure your super contributions are received by your employees' super funds by the following dates:
Q1 (1 July – 30 September): Due by 28 October
Q2 (1 October – 31 December): Due by 28 January
Q3 (1 January – 31 March): Due by 28 April
Q4 (1 April – 30 June): Due by 28 July

We can help you stay on track:
As your registered BAS agent, I am here to help you navigate these obligations:

✅ On-Time Payments: Scheduled to meet deadlines
✅ Compliance Support: Updates on super laws and regulations
✅ STP Reporting: Assisting with Single Touch Payroll (STP) reporting to the ATO.

Protect your business and your team’s future, let me help you stay on top of your obligations!

📞0402 146 196
https://shoeboxbooksandtax.com.au/bookkeeping/

It’s August now, and we well and truly have settled into life on the road — we are van lifers 🚚Right now, we are parked ...
26/08/2025

It’s August now, and we well and truly have settled into life on the road — we are van lifers 🚚

Right now, we are parked up in beautiful Palm Cove, North Queensland🏖🌳 . The stunning rainforests, warm sun and constant ocean breeze's have done wonders for keeping the work-life balance in check.

Work these days looks a little different, its mostly from a camp kitchen surrounded by fellow travellers who’ve also chosen a path that breaks away from the convention — its moments spent with these people that remind me daily that this life isn’t just what I wanted… it’s exactly what I needed.

There’s a quiet kind of joy in this lifestyle — one that comes from slowing down, living a good life, and reconnecting with what really matters.

Right now, I’m exactly where I’m meant to be.💫

30/07/2025

We simplify your books, so you can stay focused on growing your business!

Feeling overwhelmed by your bookkeeping and financial records?
At Shoebox Books & Tax, we’re real people who keep your numbers sorted, with a smile 😊

✅ Accurate, professional bookkeeping
✅ Support you can trust
✅ Clear, up-to-date financial records

Our expert bookkeeping services help small business owners stay on top of their finances, giving you peace of mind and the freedom to focus on what matters most.

We understand every business is unique, which is why we offer a range of fixed-price packages designed to deliver great value and simplify your tax and bookkeeping needs.
Talk to us, we’ll help you choose the package that best suits your business and budget 😀

Get in touch today, let’s simplify your bookkeeping together.

📞 0423 895 786
https://shoeboxbooksandtax.com.au/bookkeeping/

Tax time is one of the most anticipated moments of the year for many Australians. Let’s be honest,  who isn’t curious ab...
09/07/2025

Tax time is one of the most anticipated moments of the year for many Australians.
Let’s be honest, who isn’t curious about how much they’ll get back? (Or, maybe how much they might owe, which isn’t quite as fun.) The truth is, there’s only one way to know for sure.

Introducing A Simple Tax Return Calculator Every Australian Can Use:

Take the guesswork out of tax season with our easy tax return calculator.
Get an instant estimate of your 2024–2025 tax refund by entering your income, tax withheld, and deductions. It’s quick, accurate, and completely free.

How Our Tax Calculator Helps You

Whether you’re an employee earning over $45,000, a sole trader, or a small business owner, our calculator helps you:

• Estimate your potential tax refund or amount payable
• See how your income and deductions impact your refund
• Plan ahead before lodging your tax return with the ATO

It’s a handy way to get peace of mind and take control of your tax season.

Small Business? This Is for You Too!
Tax time can feel like a full-time job for business owners. You must track income, claim deductions, manage GST, and meet ATO reporting obligations. Our calculator gives you a starting point.

👉 Use our online tax calculator now: https://shoeboxbooksandtax.com.au/tax-calculator

If you need help with your tax return, contact our experts at Shoebox Books & Tax.
📞 0423 895 786

BAS paperwork growing like your to-do list?As a registered BAS Agent, I’m here to help you stay compliant, avoid penalti...
07/07/2025

BAS paperwork growing like your to-do list?
As a registered BAS Agent, I’m here to help you stay compliant, avoid penalties, and keep your business finances on track 😊
Let me help you tick those boxes!

👉 Prepare and lodge your BAS on time
👉 Report and manage your GST obligations
👉 Stay on top of PAYG withholding & instalments
👉 Meet all ATO deadlines with confidence
👉 Keep your books accurate, tidy, and reconciled

Ready to take BAS off your plate?
Book a free consultation today

📞 0402 146 196

https://shoeboxbooksandtax.com.au/bookkeeping/


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Oxenford
Gold Coast, QLD
4210

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Monday 8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 5pm
Thursday 8:30am - 5pm
Friday 8:30am - 5pm

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