Business Details
41 Years
experience
Your Trusted Accountants in Bundoora
Smart Audit has been delivering professional accounting and audit services to businesses and families across Australia for four decades. Our team combines experienced Certified Practising Accountants (CPAs) with innovative approaches to financial management, ensuring clients receive tailored solutions that prioritise efficiency and compliance. We specialise in trust account audits, tax planning, and cloud-based accounting systems, serving clients in Victoria, Queensland, New South Wales, and the Australian Capital Territory.Our commitment to transparency and integrity is reflected in our fixed-fee audit services and ongoing support for compliance requirements. With a focus on leveraging technology to enhance client engagement, we provide accessible expertise to help businesses navigate complex financial landscapes while maintaining the personal touch of a family-owned firm.
Services
Trust Account Audits
Business Accounting
Bookkeeping Services
Tax Returns
Cloud Accounting
Details
- Year established: 1985
Highlights and features
- We have 40 years of experience in accounting and audit services.
- Our team includes experienced and retired Certified Practising Accountants.
- We offer fixed-fee trust account audit services with no hidden costs.
- We utilise cloud accounting technology for real-time client access.
- We provide compliance support for solicitors, real estate agents, and accountants.
Associations and certifications
- CPA Australia
- APES 310
Services
Trust Account Audits
We conduct trust account audits for solicitors, real estate agents, and public practice accountants in accordance with Australian Auditing Standards. Our fixed-fee service includes unannounced examinations, audit reporting, and compliance guidance. Clients receive ongoing support for trust account management throughout the year.
Business Accounting
Our business accounting services include cloud accounting subscriptions, bookkeeping, payroll reporting, and financial statement preparation. We help businesses manage tax obligations, cashflow, and compliance requirements with tailored solutions for sole traders, companies, and trusts.
Bookkeeping Services
We provide bookkeeping and reconciliations using cloud accounting software, ensuring accurate financial records for businesses. Services include invoice storage, payroll processing, and performance reporting to support informed decision-making for small and medium enterprises.
Tax Returns
We prepare individual and business tax returns for sole traders, partnerships, companies, and trusts. Our services include annual tax planning, FBT returns, and compliance with ATO requirements, ensuring clients meet obligations while optimising tax outcomes.
Cloud Accounting
Our cloud accounting solutions automate financial processes and provide real-time access to business data. We implement systems like XERO for bookkeeping, payroll, and trust account management, enabling clients to streamline operations and improve financial visibility.
People
Michael Flint
Owner
Michael Flint combines accounting expertise with process engineering to deliver innovative financial solutions. With 40 years of experience, he specialises in trust account compliance and cloud accounting systems. Michael prioritises client collaboration and leverages technology to enhance business efficiency.
Questions
What is a trust account audit?
A trust account audit ensures compliance with legal requirements for professionals holding client funds. We conduct these audits annually in accordance with Australian Auditing Standards.
Do you offer cloud accounting services?
Yes, we provide cloud accounting solutions using platforms like XERO to streamline bookkeeping, payroll, and financial reporting for businesses.
How do you handle payroll services?
We manage payroll processing, including STP reporting and SuperStream compliance, ensuring accurate and timely payments for businesses of all sizes.
What areas do you service?
We operate nationwide, specialising in trust account audits for clients in Victoria, Queensland, New South Wales, and the Australian Capital Territory.
Can you assist with tax planning?
Yes, we offer annual tax planning meetings to help individuals and businesses optimise their tax positions while meeting compliance obligations.
Reviews (3)
Luiza Struska
Sep 01, 2020
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I was recommended Smart Audit by another legal practitioner who has been using them for years for trust audit. I cannot believe how efficient and prompt these guys are (well, Michael Flint in my case)! Nothing has been a hassle, everything has been done electronically, smooth sailing all along! And the pricing couldn't be more competitive! Thanks Michael and Team!
David Vaughan
Nov 19, 2019
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Showed great awareness to my situation! Cannot thank them enough as every little bit helps. Look forward to continuing business with Michael and the team from Smart Audit.
Crea Legal
Nov 12, 2018
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We engage Smart Audit for annual legal trust account auditing. First class service. Excellent communication and a pleasure to deal with.
