Business Details
17 Years
experience
Trusted Chartered Accountants in Tenterfield, NSW
TDG Business Services was founded in 2009 by Alan Donges, a Fellow of the Institute of Chartered Accountants in Australia and New Zealand, with over 35 years of industry experience. Our team combines 150+ years of collective expertise in accounting, tax, and superannuation, serving individuals and businesses across rural New England, North Coast NSW, and Southern Queensland. We specialise in addressing the unique challenges faced by primary producers and small-to-medium enterprises, offering tailored solutions through face-to-face consultations and digital platforms.Our services span business structuring, SMSF administration, retirement planning, and compliance, supported by affiliations with organisations like SMSF Advisers Network and Westlawn Finance. Committed to community development, we sponsor local charities and sporting bodies while maintaining rigorous professional standards through ongoing education and ethical practice.
Services
Accounting & Tax Services
Business Setup & Structuring
Superannuation
Retirement Planning
SMSF Administration
Tax Planning
Financial Statements
BAS Preparation
Bookkeeping
Cashflow Management
Details
- Year established: 2009
Highlights and features
- We offer 150+ years of combined experience in rural accounting challenges
- Our team includes Chartered Accountants with specialist SMSF qualifications
- We provide face-to-face service across regional New England and Queensland
- We maintain rigorous professional standards through ongoing education
- Our staff have firsthand experience in agricultural and small business operations
Associations and certifications
- Institute of Chartered Accountants in Australia and New Zealand
- SMSF Advisers Network
Services
Accounting & Tax Services
We provide comprehensive accounting and tax solutions for individuals and businesses of all sizes. Our services include tax return preparation, BAS lodgement, financial statement creation, and tax planning strategies. With expertise in rural accounting challenges, we help clients maximise deductions while ensuring compliance with ATO requirements through both in-person consultations and digital platforms.
Superannuation
As SMSF Advisers Network Corporate Authorised Representatives, we offer specialist superannuation services including SMSF setup, administration, and audit. Our team provides strategic advice on contribution strategies, pension planning, and tax-effective retirement solutions. We help clients navigate changing super regulations while ensuring their funds meet all compliance requirements through regular reviews and reporting.
Business Services
We assist businesses with structuring decisions, succession planning, and compliance requirements. Our services include corporate secretarial support, Centrelink entitlement assessments, and industrial relations guidance. With experience in agricultural and regional industries, we help clients optimise business structures for tax efficiency while providing practical advice on growth and transition planning.
Tax Planning Strategies
Our team develops tailored tax planning strategies to help clients reduce liabilities and improve financial outcomes. We advise on income deferral, expenditure timing, and business structure changes while ensuring compliance with current regulations. Through regular reviews, we help clients implement strategies that align with their long-term financial goals and changing tax legislation.
Cashflow Management
We provide cashflow analysis and management solutions to help businesses maintain financial stability. Our services include forecasting, budgeting, and identifying cash leakage points. By analysing financial patterns, we help clients make informed decisions about investments, expansions, and operational adjustments to improve liquidity and long-term financial health.
People
Alan Donges
Principal
With over 35 years in public practice, Alan is a Fellow of the Institute of Chartered Accountants. He founded TDG Business Services in 2009 after 28 years at Roberts & Morrow. His expertise includes small business management, taxation, and retirement planning, with a focus on rural clients.
Donna Simpson
Practice Manager
A Chartered Accountant with 20+ years' experience, Donna specialises in business services and taxation. She has worked in regional NSW and major cities, bringing diverse industry knowledge from agriculture to property development. She manages client relationships and team operations.
Janine Egan
Client Manager
Janine has over 10 years' experience in bookkeeping and financial management. She previously owned a bookkeeping business on the Gold Coast and worked in hospitality and childcare industries. She now focuses on business services and client management in Tenterfield.
Margaret Lane
Superannuation Client Manager
With 17+ years in bookkeeping, Margaret specialises in SMSF administration. She combines practical experience from running an electrical business with technical expertise to help clients manage their superannuation funds effectively.
Jane Butler
Assistant Accountant
Jane joined TDG after six years at Sexton & Green. She provides business services support while pursuing her accounting qualifications. Active in the Tenterfield community, she brings a fresh perspective to client service and financial administration.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer for rural businesses?
We specialise in rural accounting challenges including tax compliance, business structuring, and cashflow management tailored to primary producers across New England and Southern Queensland.
Are you qualified to provide superannuation advice?
Yes, we are Corporate Authorised Representatives of SMSF Advisers Network, qualified to provide full SMSF setup, administration, and strategic advice.
How do you handle tax planning for different business sizes?
We develop custom strategies for individuals, small businesses, and large companies, focusing on legitimate tax minimisation through structural changes and timing of transactions.
Can you assist with business succession planning?
Yes, we provide comprehensive succession planning services including tax-effective transfer strategies and compliance documentation for business owners preparing for generational change.
What areas do you service?
We serve clients across New England, North Coast NSW, and Southern Queensland, with face-to-face consultations available throughout these regional areas.
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