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Tight margins, wage costs and stock losses make hospitality hard work. We give Sydney café, restaurant and bar owners clear numbers and practical tax advice so you can run a profitable venue.

Whether you run one café or a group of venues, we keep your books, payroll and tax under control so you can focus on your customers.

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Café & Hospitality Accountants

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HOW WE HELP

Accounting Built for Hospitality

Our partners have worked in and co-owned hospitality venues, so we understand rosters, suppliers and cash-heavy trading. Here is how we help.

Bookkeeping & BAS

Weekly or monthly bookkeeping in Xero or MYOB, with POS takings reconciled and BAS lodged on time.

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Payroll & Award Compliance

Payroll, Single Touch Payroll and super set up correctly under the Hospitality Industry Award.

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Cost & Margin Control

Food, beverage and wage cost reporting so you can spot waste, theft and pricing problems early.

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Monthly Management Reports

Simple monthly reports on sales, gross profit and cash flow, explained in plain English.

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Tax Returns & Planning

Business and personal tax returns, with planning before 30 June to reduce the tax you pay.

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Buying or Selling a Venue

Due diligence, structuring and cash flow forecasts when you buy, sell or open a venue.

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Why hospitality owners choose us

Advice From People Who Have Run Venues

Many hospitality businesses get generic advice from accountants who have never worked a Saturday night service. Our team has worked in restaurants from the dish pit up, and has been a partner in a 70-seat licensed café and restaurant. We know how quickly a good week can be wiped out by waste, overstaffing or a supplier price rise, and we give advice that fits the pace of the industry.

Know Your Numbers Every Month

Hospitality moves too fast for once-a-year accounts. We set up simple monthly reporting on sales, food and beverage cost percentages, wages against revenue and cash in the bank, so you can make proactive decisions before small problems become big ones.

Systems That Stop Profit Leaking

Spoilage, over-portioning, discounting and cash handling all eat into margin. We help you put practical systems and procedures in place, from stock counts and POS reports to supplier and menu reviews, so more of every sale ends up as profit.

Sydney Based, Cloud Connected

We work with cafés, restaurants, bars and catering businesses across Sydney, Newcastle and the Blue Mountains, and online with venues across Australia. Your POS, payroll and Xero or MYOB file are connected, so your books stay current without piles of paperwork.

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HOW WE WORK

Clear, Practical Tax Support at Every Step

1
Understand Your Situation

We take the time to understand your personal or business circumstances so we can provide advice that is accurate and relevant.

2
Handle Your Tax Obligations

From tax returns to ongoing compliance, we manage the process efficiently and ensure everything is completed correctly.

3
Provide Ongoing Support

We stay connected throughout the year to help you plan ahead, avoid surprises, and stay in control of your finances.

Hospitality accounting FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

What does an accountant do for a café or restaurant?

We keep your books up to date, reconcile POS takings, lodge your BAS, run payroll and super, and prepare monthly reports on sales, food and beverage costs and wages. At year end we prepare your tax returns and plan ahead so there are no surprises.

Which award covers hospitality staff?

Most café and restaurant staff are covered by the Restaurant Industry Award 2020, while hotels, pubs and bars generally fall under the Hospitality Industry (General) Award 2020. We set up payroll so penalty rates, overtime and allowances are paid correctly under the right award.

How often does a hospitality business lodge BAS?

Most small cafés and restaurants lodge BAS quarterly. Some choose to lodge monthly to keep a tighter grip on GST and cash flow. We help you pick the cycle that suits your business and lodge on time.

Can you work with our POS and rostering systems?

Yes. We connect common POS, rostering and payroll apps to Xero or MYOB, so sales, wages and supplier bills flow into your books automatically and reconcile against your bank.

How much does a hospitality accountant cost?

We quote a fixed monthly fee once we understand your venue, number of staff and reporting needs. Your first consultation is free and there is no obligation.