Accountants for Starting a Business

Starting a business is an exciting leap, but it can also feel overwhelming. Many entrepreneurs face challenges from choosing the right business structure to understanding tax obligations and setting up effective accounting systems.

At Munro’s, our Perth-based business accountants understand that your business is more than just numbers. It’s your dream, your livelihood and a foundation for future growth.

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Most Popular Accounting Services for New Businesses

Business Setup

 

From $2,000 (excl. GST)

Structuring & Entity Setup Services

Business Plan

 

From $3,000 (excl. GST)

Business Planning Service

Advanced Tax & Asset Protection Strategies Report

 

$4,000 (excl. GST)

Tax Minimisation Strategies Report

Advice from Accountants for Starting a Business in Western Australia

The rest of this page is dedicated to providing you with an overview of the typical problems and associated solutions with regard to starting a business. These apply whether you are starting a business in Perth, elsewhere in WA or across Australia.

People have been coming to us for over 50 years for professional help when starting their business. When you’re ready to talk, book a meeting or send an enquiry.

The Problem

Choosing the appropriate business structure can be confusing. From registering for GST and organising BAS to implementing efficient bookkeeping systems, many new businesses struggle with getting their financial house in order from the start. The sheer volume of compliance requirements can be overwhelming, distracting you from focusing on your core business vision.

Our Solution

At Munro’s, we turn challenges into opportunities by:

  • Providing Tailored Structure Advice: We recommend the optimal setup (company, trust, etc.) to minimise tax and protect your assets.
  • Setting Up Robust Financial Systems: We guide you through GST, BAS and modern bookkeeping to keep your business organised and compliant.
  • Offering Ongoing Advisory Support: Our Perth-based business accountants remain available to you, ensuring proactive cash flow management and strategic planning.

Key Outcomes and Benefits:

  • Lower Tax Liabilities: Benefit from customised tax strategies and small business concessions.
  • Clear Financial Insights: Enjoy real-time reporting and accurate records for better decision-making.
  • Peace of Mind: Focus on growth, knowing our dedicated business accountants have your financial setup covered.

Problem 1: A Worthwhile Venture

Before starting a business, you absolutely must go hard at asking yourself: Is this going to be a worthwhile venture?

Solution
Thoroughly critique the idea/plan.

Outcome
Mitigate the chance of painful failure.

Problem 2: Raising Capital

How are you going to fund the business? What, if any, equity are you going to give away? What additional liabilities and risks are you going to take on? Will you have sufficient cash to survive and thrive?

Solution
Bootstrap, Government grant, Bank loan and/or Angel investment.

Outcome
The dollars you need to get started, survive and then thrive.

Problem 3: Accessing Grants & Special Tax Concessions

Valuable grants and special tax concessions are usually limited based on specific criteria, including the structure of the business.

Solution
Awareness, self-assessment and professional help.

Outcome
Flawless access to R&D Tax Offset, ESIC status, Government grant, etc.

Problem 4: Setup for Future Tax Success

Tax is generally unavoidable, but the amount of tax you pay in the future will be heavily influenced by decisions made now.

Solution
Setup tax planning.

Outcome
Bare minimum tax.

Problem 5: Assets & Liability Protection

Operating a business increases exposures to extra liabilities and requires safeguarding of existing and new wealth as best as possible.

Solution
Basic asset protection + optionally advanced protection.

Outcome
At least the bare minimum wealth protection you should have.

Problem 6: Going into Business with Others

Whether you’re going into business with family or friends, it’s important to recognise that business life and the stresses it brings will give rise to new and sometimes challenging issues.

Solution
Clearly defined and understood intent with a proactive dispute resolution agreement.

Outcome
Mitigate the potential of messy and costly future disputes.

Problem 7: Setup Bookkeeping in Xero, MYOB, Quickbooks, etc

We cannot stress enough how vital it is to setup an accurate accounting system from the beginning.

Solution
Startup bookkeeping.

Outcome
Clean financial information from the beginning as opposed to a costly, uninformative mess.

Problem 8: Employing People

Employment, tax and superannuation laws impose a heavy burden on employers and you must give this responsibility the attention and care it requires.

Solution
Skilful and pragmatic support with implementing employment basics.

Outcome
Legally compliant employment arrangements.

Problem 9: Business Ownership Education

There is no one who knows everything about business. From the moment you start your business, you’ll need to continually upskill to meet the challenges. Don’t start from scratch; tap into the knowledge and learnings of others.

Solution
Sprints, blended learning, community insights and coaching.

Outcome
The best leader you can become, as quickly as you can get there.

Frequently Asked Questions for Starting a Business

  1. How can Munro’s help minimise taxes for new businesses?
    Our Perth business accountants analyse your financial outlook and recommend strategies that legally minimise your tax obligations. This includes focusing on tax minimisation in the short, medium and long term.

  2. How can I manage cash flow effectively when starting a business?
    We can help you set up forecasting tools and implement practical strategies, such as timely invoicing and expense monitoring, to ensure you always have sufficient cash on hand.

  3. What is the price for your startup accounting service?
    Our pricing is transparent and reflects the complexity of your needs. Please see our pricing page and then contact us for a personalised quote.

  4. What do clients say about your business structuring and ongoing services?
    Our approach has received praise from many business owners and you can read about this in our over 100 5-star Google reviews.

  5. Do you help new business owners Australia-wide?
    Yes. Although Munro’s is based in Perth, our business accounting services are available to business owners throughout Australia.

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