Business Details
36 Years
experience
Specialist Accounting Services in Geelong
Bell Group Accounting is a specialist accounting firm established in 1990, dedicated to serving property investors, builders, tradespeople, and allied health professionals. Our team of Certified Practising Accountants (CPAs) combines deep industry expertise with a client-centric approach, focusing on niche markets where generic advice falls short. With over three decades of experience, we have cultivated a reputation for delivering tailored financial solutions that address the unique challenges faced by our clients. Our services span tax compliance, business structuring, property investment strategy, and mortgage broking, supported by a network of industry contacts.We prioritise transparency, offering fixed-fee pricing and upfront cost estimates to ensure clarity. Our team includes seasoned professionals like founder Brett Bell, who has facilitated over 500 property transactions, and mortgage broker Teresa Cito, whose banking expertise enhances our service offerings. By maintaining a sharp focus on our core specialisations, we provide actionable insights that empower clients to make informed financial decisions.
Services
Property Investment Advice
Taxation Services
Business Structuring
Mortgage Broking
SMSF Services
Details
- Year established: 1990
Highlights and features
- We specialise in accounting for property investors, builders, and allied health professionals.
- Our team includes CPAs with over 30 years of combined industry experience.
- Fixed-fee pricing ensures transparency with no unexpected costs.
- We offer integrated mortgage broking services through our trusted network.
- Proven track record in facilitating over 500 property transactions.
Associations and certifications
- CPA Australia
Services
Property Investment Advice
Our property investment advisory service helps clients navigate the complexities of real estate markets. We analyse financial positions, assess property viability, and structure transactions to maximise returns. With expertise in depreciation schedules, tax minimisation, and finance coordination, we provide end-to-end support for novice and experienced investors.
Taxation Services
We offer comprehensive tax solutions tailored to specific industries. Services include personal and business tax returns, capital gains tax planning, and compliance management for construction businesses. Our team specialises in identifying legitimate deductions for tradespeople and optimising tax outcomes for property portfolios.
Business Structuring
Our business structuring service helps clients establish optimal legal frameworks for asset protection and tax efficiency. We advise on company trusts, partnerships, and SMSFs, considering long-term growth strategies. This includes ongoing restructuring support for expanding businesses in construction and healthcare sectors.
Mortgage Broking
Through our finance division, we provide mortgage broking services for residential and investment properties. Our brokers negotiate competitive rates with major lenders, assist with pre-approvals, and offer SMSF lending solutions. Services extend to asset finance and personal loans for business and individual needs.
SMSF Services
We specialise in self-managed super fund administration, including setup, compliance, and investment strategy. Our services cover property purchases through SMSFs, tax planning, and integration with broader financial goals for property investors and business owners.
People
Brett Bell
Director, Owner, CPA
Brett founded Bell Group Accounting in 1990 and has over 30 years' experience in property investment and construction accounting. He has facilitated more than 500 property transactions and specialises in strategic advisory for developers and investors.
Michael Pullen
Partner, Manager, CPA
Michael has 20 years' experience in public practice, focusing on property investors and allied health professionals. He provides holistic financial advice, combining tax expertise with business growth strategies to help clients achieve long-term objectives.
Rebekah Curley
Senior Accountant, CPA
Rebekah brings 15 years' experience in SME accounting, specialising in construction trades and property development. Her expertise includes business structuring and SMSF management, with a focus on practical solutions for tradies and investors.
Teresa Cito
Finance Broker
Teresa has 20 years' banking experience and specialises in mortgage solutions for business owners. She offers tailored lending options, including SMSF loans and asset finance, through a network of major lenders.
Kristine Wilby
Senior Accountant, CPA
Kristine has 20 years' experience in accounting, focusing on client relationship management and tax compliance. She provides personalised service to businesses and individuals, ensuring clear communication and strategic financial planning.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer for property investors?
We provide property investment advice, depreciation schedules, tax minimisation strategies, and finance coordination to help investors maximise returns.
Do you specialise in any particular industries?
Yes, we focus on property investors, construction trades, and allied health professionals, offering tailored solutions for these sectors.
Are your fees fixed or hourly?
We use fixed-fee pricing with upfront cost estimates to ensure transparency and no unexpected charges.
Do you offer mortgage broking services?
Yes, our finance team provides mortgage broking for residential and investment properties, including SMSF lending options.
How can you help tradies with tax?
We specialise in tax deductions for construction trades, including tool expenses, vehicle claims, and living-away-from-home allowances.
What business structuring options do you recommend?
We advise on company trusts, partnerships, and SMSFs, focusing on asset protection and tax efficiency for long-term growth.
Reviews (2)
James Rousseaux
Nov 19, 2020
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The team at Bell Group Accounting have been managing all our business accounting, taxation and property investments for over a decade. They are a highly professional and knowledgeable team that has given us incredible service over the years. The advice they have given us has been incredibly valuable and we are very grateful for their taxation and investment knowledge.
Steve Wyley
Sep 07, 2018
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I see Brett bell every tax time and have done so now for the past 5 years. I strongly recommend using him or one of his consultants for that time of the year. He manages to maximize! my return every year and also has giving me cracking financial advice. They really do go above and beyond..
