Business Details
34 Years
experience
Trusted Accounting Services in Hobart
Established in 1992, Macquarie Accounting has built a reputation as a trusted accounting firm serving small to medium businesses across Tasmania, mainland Australia, and internationally. Founded by Chartered Accountants John Langford and Diane Matthews, the firm prioritises personalised service and deep industry expertise in sectors like healthcare, construction, and self-managed superannuation funds (SMSF). With a team of experienced professionals, including registered SMSF auditors and corporate secretarial specialists, we deliver tailored solutions in taxation, accounting, business structuring, and compliance.Our commitment to ongoing education ensures clients receive up-to-date advice aligned with evolving tax laws. Recognised as Xero Certified Advisors and MYOB Professional Partners, we combine technical excellence with a client-first ethos to support long-term business growth.
Services
Taxation
Accounting Services
Business Structure
Superannuation Fund Consulting
SMSF Audit
Corporate Secretarial
Strata Corporation Management
Accounting Software
Networking and Referrals
Details
- Year established: 1992
Highlights and features
- 30+ years of specialised accounting expertise in Tasmania and nationwide.
- Registered SMSF auditors with dedicated superannuation fund consulting services.
- Personalised solutions tailored to niche industries like healthcare and construction.
- Certified advisors in leading accounting software platforms including Xero and MYOB.
- Commitment to ongoing professional development ensures compliance with evolving tax laws.
Associations and certifications
- Xero Certified Advisor
- MYOB Professional Partner
- Reckon Professional Partner
- Registered SMSF Auditor (Diane Matthews, Darren Alomes, Catherine Zheng)
What people say
Professional recommendations
Healthy business
Services
Taxation
We provide comprehensive tax solutions including return preparation, GST registration, BAS/IAS lodgement, and tax structure reviews. Our team ensures compliance with ATO requirements while optimising tax outcomes for individuals and businesses. With 30+ years of experience, we offer strategic tax planning advice tailored to your specific circumstances.
SMSF Audit
Specialising in SMSF audits since 1992, our registered auditors deliver thorough compliance checks and reporting. Services include fund establishment reviews, pension strategy assessments, and limited recourse borrowing arrangement audits. Led by Diane Matthews, our team ensures SMSF compliance with current regulations using secure digital processes.
Business Structure
We advise on optimal business structures including sole traders, partnerships, companies, and trusts. Our services cover setup requirements, tax implications, and long-term strategic benefits. With expertise in family trust configurations and philanthropy-focused funds, we help clients choose structures that align with their financial goals and compliance needs.
Accounting Services
From bookkeeping to financial statement preparation, we offer end-to-end accounting solutions. Services include management accounting, liquidation support, and compliance reporting. Our certified Xero and MYOB advisors implement cloud-based systems for real-time financial tracking and reporting tailored to small and medium enterprises.
Superannuation Fund Consulting
Our authorised advisors provide SMSF establishment, contribution strategies, and pension planning services. We specialise in transfer of business assets to superannuation and death benefit management. As part of the SMSF Advisers Network, we deliver compliant strategies aligned with your risk profile and retirement goals.
People
John Langford
Co-Founder
Co-founder with Chartered Accounting background, specialising in SME advisory services. Over 30 years' experience building client-focused accounting solutions in Tasmania.
Diane Matthews
Director
Co-founder and registered SMSF auditor with 25+ years in superannuation fund compliance. Leads audit team and provides strategic tax advisory services to corporate clients.
Darren Alomes
Director
Fellow CPA with 10+ years' SMSF audit experience. Specialises in compliance reporting and strategic superannuation structuring for high-net-worth individuals.
Catherine Zheng
Auditor
Registered SMSF auditor with 5+ years' experience in fund compliance and provisional Chartered Accountant status. Supports audit processes and client reporting requirements.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer?
We provide taxation, SMSF audits, business structuring, corporate secretarial services, and cloud accounting software support for SMEs.
Are you specialists in SMSF audits?
Yes, we've conducted SMSF audits since 1992 with a dedicated team led by registered auditors Diane Matthews and Darren Alomes.
How do you advise on business structures?
We assess sole trader, partnership, company, and trust options to recommend structures that optimise tax efficiency and compliance.
Do you offer software accounting support?
Yes, we're Xero Certified Advisors and MYOB Professional Partners providing implementation, training, and cloud accounting solutions.
Reviews (1)
Maree Godleman
Oct 31, 2020
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness,Value
We have been clients for many years & have received great advice & timely & excellent service from John & Dianne. We have always had prompt responses to any queries & continue to find their financial advice & services invaluable.
We have been clients for many years & have received great advice & timely & excellent service from John & Dianne. We have always had prompt responses to any queries & continue to find their financial advice & services invaluable.
