Business Details
Your Trusted Chartered Accountant in Lockyer Valley
Bruce O'Connor Chartered Accountant has served small businesses and rural enterprises for over 45 years, delivering tailored accounting and taxation solutions. Our mobile practice operates across South East Queensland, covering locations from the Sunshine Coast to Toowoomba, with remote support available via email and mail. Specialising in personal and small business accounting, we provide comprehensive services including tax preparation, GST assessments, BAS returns, and financial audits for not-for-profit organisations. Our expertise extends to advising on tax-effective structures, capital gains tax, and fringe benefits tax, alongside assisting clients during ATO audits. With a deep understanding of local business needs, we combine traditional accounting excellence with modern electronic lodgement systems to ensure efficiency and compliance.Our commitment to ongoing professional development ensures clients receive advice aligned with current regulatory standards. By maintaining membership with Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand, we uphold the highest ethical and professional benchmarks. Our practice removes geographical barriers through remote accounting solutions while preserving the personal touch that defines our client relationships. We prioritise transparency in all financial dealings, ensuring clients understand their obligations and opportunities. Whether supporting sole traders, contractors, or community associations, our focus remains on empowering clients to concentrate on their core operations while we manage their financial affairs.
Services
Personal Tax Preparation
Business Accounting
GST Assessments
BAS Returns
Not-for-Profit Audits
Tax Planning
ATO Audit Assistance
Mobile Accounting
Remote Bookkeeping
Financial Consultation
Highlights and features
- We offer over 45 years of experience in accounting for small businesses and not-for-profits.
- Our mobile practice services clients from the Sunshine Coast to Toowoomba.
- We provide electronic lodgements and computerised bookkeeping for efficiency.
- Our team specialises in ATO audit assistance and tax minimisation strategies.
- We maintain Chartered Accountant accreditation for ethical and professional standards.
Associations and certifications
- Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand
Services
Personal Tax Preparation
We prepare individual tax returns with precision, ensuring compliance with ATO regulations while identifying legitimate deductions. Our process includes reviewing financial records, calculating taxable income, and lodging returns electronically. Clients benefit from clear explanations of their tax obligations and optimised refunds.
Business Accounting
Our computerised bookkeeping services maintain accurate financial records for small businesses, including income tracking, expense management, and balance sheet preparation. We use digital tools to streamline processes, providing real-time financial insights to support informed business decisions.
BAS Returns
We handle BAS lodgements for businesses, ensuring accurate GST calculations and timely submissions. This includes reconciling accounts, verifying tax codes, and addressing discrepancies to prevent compliance issues with the ATO.
Not-for-Profit Audits
Specialised audit services for community organisations, focusing on financial transparency and regulatory compliance. We review internal controls, verify financial statements, and provide recommendations to improve governance for clubs and associations.
Tax Planning
We advise on tax-effective structures for asset protection and minimisation strategies, including capital gains tax implications. Our planning ensures clients legally reduce liabilities while aligning financial goals with long-term business sustainability.
People
Bruce O'Connor
Chartered Accountant
With over 45 years of experience, Bruce O'Connor specialises in small business and not-for-profit accounting. He combines traditional expertise with modern digital solutions to deliver tailored financial advice across South East Queensland.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer for small businesses?
We provide bookkeeping, BAS returns, tax planning, and financial audits tailored to small businesses, with mobile and remote support options.
Do you specialise in not-for-profit organisation accounting?
Yes, we offer audit services and financial compliance support specifically for clubs, associations, and community groups.
Can you assist with ATO audits?
We provide expert guidance during ATO audits, ensuring accurate documentation and representation to resolve disputes efficiently.
What areas do you service?
Our mobile practice covers South East Queensland, including Brisbane, Ipswich, Lockyer Valley, Sunshine Coast, and Toowoomba.
What are your tax return fees?
Individual tax returns start at $80, with BAS returns from $60. We provide transparent pricing during initial consultations.
