Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Gold Coast Accounting Partner
Crest Accountants has been empowering individuals, families, and businesses on the Gold Coast for over 45 years. Founded in 1973, our practice is built on trust, transparency, and old-school principles, fostering long-term client relationships. We prioritise understanding each client's unique needs, offering tailored accounting, tax, and financial planning services. Our team combines decades of experience with modern solutions to address evolving financial challenges. We serve diverse industries, including childcare, hospitality, healthcare, and e-commerce, with specialised expertise.Our proactive approach ensures compliance while minimising tax liabilities and maximising growth opportunities. We pride ourselves on treating clients as people, not numbers, and maintaining accessibility for timely support. Our services span business structuring, SMSF management, retirement planning, and cloud accounting. With a focus on education and guidance, we help clients navigate complex financial landscapes with confidence. Our commitment to excellence has earned us a reputation as a trusted advisor in the Gold Coast community.
Services
Tax Returns
Business Structuring
SMSF Management
Retirement Planning
Cloud Accounting
Estate Planning
Commercial Property Accounting
Startup Advisory
Virtual CFO
Cryptocurrency Taxation
Details
- Year established: 1973
Highlights and features
- We offer 45+ years of experience in accounting and financial planning.
- Our team provides personalised, proactive support tailored to your needs.
- Specialised expertise across industries including healthcare, e-commerce, and childcare.
- We utilise cloud accounting technology for real-time financial management.
- Proven track record in minimising tax liabilities and maximising business growth.
What people say
Excellent service
Highly recommend
Prompt communication
Proactive support
Industry expertise
Services
Tax Returns
Our tax return services ensure compliance with Australian tax laws while identifying legitimate deductions to reduce liabilities. We handle individual, business, and corporate tax returns, providing clear explanations of obligations and optimising refunds. With expertise in evolving tax legislation, we deliver accurate, timely submissions for all client types.
Business Structuring
We advise on optimal business structures, including sole traders, partnerships, trusts, and companies. Our guidance considers tax efficiency, asset protection, and growth potential. We assist with setup, restructuring, and ongoing compliance, ensuring alignment with long-term business goals and regulatory requirements.
SMSF Management
Our SMSF specialists provide end-to-end management, from establishment to compliance. We help clients gain control over super investments while ensuring adherence to regulatory standards. Services include audit coordination, tax returns, and strategic advice to maximise retirement savings.
Retirement Planning
We create tailored retirement plans considering superannuation, government pensions, and personal savings. Our strategies optimise tax efficiency and ensure financial security in retirement. We guide clients through pension eligibility, estate planning, and wealth preservation techniques.
Cloud Accounting
Our cloud accounting solutions enable real-time financial management using platforms like Xero. Services include bookkeeping, BAS preparation, and cash flow monitoring. Clients access financial data securely from anywhere, improving transparency and decision-making for businesses of all sizes.
People
Joanna Crandon
Accountant
Joanna provides expert SMSF management, ensuring compliance and timely service. Clients praise her approachability and clear explanations of complex superannuation matters.
Wesley
Accountant
Wesley offers comprehensive accounting and tax advice, known for meticulous attention to detail and proactive client support across personal and business financial needs.
Troy
Business Advisor
Troy specialises in business advisory, providing strategic insights into growth, compliance, and risk management while maintaining a client-focused approach.
Justin Fahey
Cryptocurrency Tax Specialist
Justin delivers expert cryptocurrency tax advice, simplifying complex reporting requirements with confidence and clarity for individual and business clients.
Ryan
Business Accountant
Ryan provides strategic business accounting advice, focusing on tax planning, cash flow forecasting, and structuring to support sustainable business growth.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer for small businesses?
We provide bookkeeping, BAS preparation, business tax returns, cash flow forecasting, and structuring tailored to small businesses.
Can you assist with SMSF management?
Yes, our specialists handle SMSF establishment, compliance, tax returns, and strategic advice to optimise retirement savings.
Do you offer cloud accounting solutions?
We implement cloud platforms like Xero for real-time bookkeeping, financial reporting, and accessible management from any device.
How do you support retirement planning?
We create personalised plans considering superannuation, pensions, and savings to ensure financial security in retirement.
What industries do you specialise in?
We serve childcare, healthcare, hospitality, e-commerce, property, and international clients with industry-specific accounting expertise.
Can you help with cryptocurrency taxation?
Our specialists provide compliant reporting and tax minimisation strategies for cryptocurrency transactions and investments.
Reviews (5)
Penny Cooper
Jan 20, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness,Value
Mojatu Foundation can say they have received an excellent service from WKM Accountancy Services, and we have in exceptional times received the best of attention, meeting all of our deadlines, a big thank you to WKM team.
Mojatu Foundation can say they have received an excellent service from WKM Accountancy Services, and we have in exceptional times received the best of attention, meeting all of our deadlines, a big thank you to WKM team.
Penny Cooper
May 25, 2020
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness,Value
Mojatu Foundation can say they have received an excellent service from WKM Accountancy Services, and we have in exceptional times received the best of attention, meeting all of our deadlines, a big thank you to WKM team.
Mojatu Foundation can say they have received an excellent service from WKM Accountancy Services, and we have in exceptional times received the best of attention, meeting all of our deadlines, a big thank you to WKM team.
Nat Kwebu
Sep 22, 2018
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WKM Accountancy does deliver when it comes to small business solutions. I highly recommend them to anyone keen on attention to detail and professional service at a comfortable price
Jan Almond
Sep 22, 2018
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I've been using WKM Accountancy for 3 years and am most impressed with the excellent service they (Mariah) provide. I have recommended them on and will continue to use them.
Josh McAllister
Jan 14, 2018
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We've worked with WKM for many years. Since our start-up in 2013, WKM have worked alongside our business and guiding us in the right direction for growth. For people who aren't a clue with accountancy, WKM will sit with you and explain how they'll deliver their services to best benefit you and not confuse you with jargon. It's accountancy services explained in the most simplest of terms. Thanks WKM!
