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Built For Growth. All In One.

Business Accounting Services for Small Businesses in Melbourne

Running a business is demanding — your accounting shouldn’t be. At 42 Advisory, our Melbourne accountants combine expert advice, cloud automation, and fixed-fee certainty to simplify your numbers and support smarter growth.
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For Melbourne Small Businesses

Built for Simplicity. Backed by Strategy.

We help you stay compliant, save time, and get real financial clarity — with fixed fees, cloud tech, and expert support at every stage of your business.
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One Advisor, Full Visibility

Work directly with a senior advisor who understands your business, not a rotating team. Get consistent advice and full transparency into your financial position—anytime, anywhere

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Strategic, Not Just Compliant

We go beyond lodging BAS and tax returns. Our advisors support your business with financial modelling, growth planning, and investor-ready insights designed for long-term success.

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Tailored for Melbourne SMEs

We specialise in helping local businesses—from medical clinics and ecommerce brands to IT startups and cafes—navigate tax, cash flow, and growth with confidence.

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Why Choose 42 Advisory

Business Accountants That Do More Than Just Lodgements


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We implement efficient accounting workflows using Xero, FYI Docs, and Zapier — cutting down admin time and human error.


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From BAS lodgements, TPAR, STP, FBT to Income Tax Returns — we keep your compliance airtight and your deadlines met.


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We meet with you regularly to review business performance, uncover cash flow issues early, and support long-term growth planning.

What to Expect

How Our Business Accounting Process Works

Our streamlined onboarding and delivery process is built for small businesses — helping you reduce admin, stay compliant, and get the insights you need to grow.

How It Works

Your Simple 4‑Step Journey to Smarter Accounting

We keep it clear, transparent, and efficient — from setup to ongoing advisory — all backed by fixed fees and cloud systems.
Discovery & Proposal

We learn about your goals, current financial systems, and where your business is at. Then we collect the right info to tailor a proposal that covers your accounting, bookkeeping, tax, and any advanced needs like payroll or CFO reporting.

System Setup & Calendar Planning

We set up your accounting portal, link your systems, and create a compliance calendar — so you’re organised from day one.

Monthly Processing & Lodgements

Our team manages your monthly bookkeeping, BAS, payroll, and tax lodgements accurately and on time — with no surprise costs.

Strategic Advice & Business Support

We meet regularly to share insights, help improve cash flow and margins, and support you with advisory services tailored to your growth stage.

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Designed For Growth

One Partner for Bookkeeping, Tax & Business Advice

Small business owners don’t just need compliance — they need a proactive accountant who understands growth. With 42 Advisory, you get one fixed-fee partner handling your bookkeeping, BAS, payroll, tax planning, and ongoing advisory.
Whether you're just starting out or scaling fast, our local Melbourne team ensures you're always a step ahead — with clear reports, smart structuring, and strategic advice you can act on.
 
Asset 39Fixed Monthly fees
 
Asset 36Fully digital setup
 
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