# Outback Accounting

> Outback Accounting is a Xero Gold Partner accounting and bookkeeping firm based in Sydney CBD, Australia. Providing expert bookkeeping, tax returns, BAS lodgement, payroll management, e-commerce accounting, and fractional CFO services to small and medium businesses across Australia. Fixed-fee packages from $250/month with no lock-in contracts. CA-qualified team, registered with the Tax Practitioners Board (TPB).

Outback Accounting was founded by Asad Sarwar, a CA-qualified accountant and registered tax agent. With close to a decade of experience, the firm has served 500+ Australian businesses across industries including e-commerce, retail, hospitality, real estate, trades, sports, and education. The firm is headquartered at Suite 1016, Ground Floor, 97-99 Bathurst Street, Sydney NSW 2000, and serves clients nationwide via cloud-based tools.

The firm is inspired by the resilience and straight-talking spirit of the Australian Outback—bringing down-to-earth, expert financial management to business owners who want clarity over their numbers without jargon, hidden fees, or lock-in contracts. All services are month-to-month with no lock-in contracts.

## Core Services

- [Bookkeeping Services](https://outbackaccounting.com.au/bookkeeping-services-sydney/): End-to-end bookkeeping from $250/month, daily reconciliations, accounts management, BAS-ready records
- [Tax Services](https://outbackaccounting.com.au/tax-accountant-sydney/): Individual, company, trust, and sole trader tax returns prepared and lodged by registered tax agents
- [BAS Lodgement](https://outbackaccounting.com.au/pricing/): Business Activity Statement preparation and lodgement, GST and PAYG withholding compliance
- [Payroll Services](https://outbackaccounting.com.au/payroll-services-sydney/): STP Phase 2 compliant payroll management, employee payslips, superannuation (12% from July 2025)
- [Xero Online Accounting](https://outbackaccounting.com.au/xero-accounting-services/): Xero Gold Partner setup, migration, and optimisation. Bank feed and payroll integration
- [E-Commerce Accounting](https://outbackaccounting.com.au/ecommerce-accounting-services/): Specialist accounting for Shopify, Amazon, eBay, Etsy, and WooCommerce sellers. A2X-certified integration
- [Fractional Finance Team](https://outbackaccounting.com.au/fractional-finance-team/): On-demand access to fractional CFO ($150/hr), Financial Controller ($75/hr), Financial Analyst ($45/hr), Bookkeeper ($25/hr)

## Pricing Plans

- [Starter Plan - $250/month](https://outbackaccounting.com.au/pricing/): Up to 60 bank reconciliation line items, quarterly BAS, Hubdoc integration, payroll for up to 2 employees
- [Growth Plan - $350/month](https://outbackaccounting.com.au/pricing/): Up to 150 bank reconciliation line items, quarterly BAS, Hubdoc/A2X integration, payroll for up to 5 employees
- [Premium Plan - $700/month](https://outbackaccounting.com.au/pricing/): Up to 250 bank reconciliation line items, monthly/quarterly BAS, same-day reply SLA, quarterly business review
- [Enterprise Plan - Custom](https://outbackaccounting.com.au/pricing/): High-volume businesses, multi-entity structures, complex compliance requirements
- [Tax Return Pricing](https://outbackaccounting.com.au/pricing/): Individual from $150, Sole Trader from $500, Company from $1,500, Trust/Partnership from $1,500

## Industries Served

- [Fashion Retail & Wholesale](https://outbackaccounting.com.au/fashion-retail-wholesale/): Inventory accounting, landed costs, wholesale margin analysis, seasonal cash flow planning
- [E-Commerce](https://outbackaccounting.com.au/e-commerce/): Shopify, Amazon, marketplace accounting with A2X integration, multi-currency, GST on imported goods
- [Sports & Education](https://outbackaccounting.com.au/sports-education/): Membership fee management, grant accounting, payroll for casual coaches, GST-exempt income splitting
- [Real Estate](https://outbackaccounting.com.au/real-estate-accountants/): Trust account reconciliation, property development accounting, GST on commercial property, negative gearing
- [Tradies](https://outbackaccounting.com.au/tradies-accountant/): Cash flow management, subcontractor PAYG, equipment depreciation, vehicle log books, GST labour and materials
- [Hospitality](https://outbackaccounting.com.au/hospitality-accountants/): Wage cost analysis, tips and gratuities handling, food cost tracking, supplier reconciliation

## Technology Partners & Certifications

- [Xero Gold Partner](https://www.xero.com/advisors/bookkeeper/outback-accounting-2e212cd4cab5/): Certified at highest tier for bookkeeping advisors
- [A2X Certified Partner](https://www.a2x.com/): E-commerce accounting automation
- [Shopify Certified Integration Partner](https://apps.shopify.com/): Store accounting integrations
- [MYOB Certified Advisor](https://www.myob.com/): Accounting software specialist
- [QuickBooks Online Certified Advisor](https://quickbooks.intuit.com/): Small business accounting
- [Hubdoc Integration](https://hubdoc.com/): Receipt and document management
- [Dext/Receipt Bank Integration](https://www.dext.com/): Expense management
- [Payoneer Affiliate Partner](https://payoneer.com/): International payment processing

## Key Resources

- [Homepage](https://outbackaccounting.com.au/): Main website and company overview
- [About Us](https://outbackaccounting.com.au/about-us/): Detailed company background and team information
- [All Services](https://outbackaccounting.com.au/accounting-services-sydney/): Complete service offerings
- [FAQs](https://outbackaccounting.com.au/faqs/): Frequently asked questions answered
- [Blog](https://outbackaccounting.com.au/blog/): Articles on accounting topics, tax strategies, software guides
- [Contact Us](https://outbackaccounting.com.au/contact-us/): Contact information and inquiry form
- [Book Free Discovery Call](https://calendly.com/asadsarwar/online-discovery-meeting): Schedule a consultation with Asad Sarwar

## Contact Information

- **Phone**: 1300 474 711
- **Email**: support@outbackaccounting.com.au
- **Address**: Suite 1016, Ground Floor, 97-99 Bathurst Street, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia
- **Service Area**: All of Australia (remote-first, cloud-based services)

## FAQs & Common Questions

- [How much does bookkeeping cost?](https://outbackaccounting.com.au/faqs/): Packages from $250/month, fixed-fee, month-to-month
- [Are you registered tax agents?](https://outbackaccounting.com.au/faqs/): Yes, CA-qualified and TPB registered
- [Do you service clients outside Sydney?](https://outbackaccounting.com.au/faqs/): Yes, nationwide via cloud-based tools
- [What accounting software do you use?](https://outbackaccounting.com.au/faqs/): Xero, MYOB, QuickBooks Online, A2X, Hubdoc
- [What is the current superannuation rate?](https://outbackaccounting.com.au/faqs/): 12% as of 1 July 2025
- [Do you offer e-commerce accounting?](https://outbackaccounting.com.au/faqs/): Yes, A2X-certified, trusted by 80+ Australian online brands
- [Can you help with Xero setup or migration?](https://outbackaccounting.com.au/faqs/): Yes, full Xero Gold Partner support
- [Do you have lock-in contracts?](https://outbackaccounting.com.au/faqs/): No, month-to-month only

## Optional

- [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/people/Outback-Accounting/100084030374687/): Company page and updates
- [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/outbackaccounting/): Social media content and announcements
- [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/company/outback-accounting/): Professional network and company insights
- [Twitter/X](https://x.com/outbackac): Tweets and industry updates
- [Registered Tax Agent Directory](https://www.taxpractitionersboard.gov.au/): Verify TPB registration
- [Superannuation Guarantee Information](https://www.ato.gov.au/): Australian Tax Office reference