If Any of This Sounds Like You, Keep Reading.
You're building something real in Melbourne. But right now, you're running on gut feel because your numbers aren't reliable enough to trust — and that gap between what you earn and what you keep is wider than it should be.
- Your Xero has months of unreconciled transactions sitting there untouched
- Revenue is up but cash is always tight — you can't work out why
- You got hit with a surprise tax bill and your accountant "didn't see it coming"
- You're paying your accountant $300+/hr to fix basic bookkeeping errors
- BAS quarter = stress quarter. You scramble, guess, lodge late or just hope for the best
- You want to hire someone but you don't actually know if you can afford it
- Super has been a bit inconsistent. You'll fix it later. (You won't.)
Built for Your Industry. Not Just Any Business.
A generic bookkeeper sees a transaction. We see a Melbourne electrician's subcontractor payment, a creative agency's contractor invoice, a physio's Medicare item, or a childcare centre's CCS funding stream — and we know exactly what to do with each one.
Melbourne Trades
Plumbers, electricians, builders, and carpenters across Melbourne CBD, inner west, and suburbs. Job costing, TPAR, vehicle deductions, and BAS — done properly.
Allied Health & Medical
Physio, OT, psychology, GP practices, and medical centres. Medicare and HICAPS reconciliation, mixed GST-exempt billing, Cliniko integration, NDIS compliance.
Creative & Marketing Agencies
Creative studios, digital marketing agencies, and consultants. Contractor management, project billing, GST on international clients, retainer cash flow planning.
Childcare & Education
Childcare centres, early learning services, and tutoring businesses. CCS implications, SCHADS Award payroll, and compliance-ready books for ACECQA and ATO.
Consultants & Professionals
Management consultants, IT specialists, and service businesses. Clean contractor engagements, retainer invoicing, and a P&L that reflects how your business actually works.
NDIS Providers
Registered and unregistered NDIS providers in Melbourne and Victoria. GST treatment, PRODA reconciliation, Price Guide compliance, and SCHADS Award payroll.
Everything You Get. Nothing You Don't Need.
This isn't a receipt inbox service. Every Melbourne client gets a financial partner who's actively watching their numbers — and calling it out when something needs attention.
- Monthly bank reconciliation — all accounts, done within the first week of each month, no gaps
- Transaction categorisation — every expense and income coded correctly in Xero so your reports actually mean something
- Monthly P&L report — plain-English Profit & Loss emailed each month with a short summary of what the numbers mean for your business
- Cash flow visibility — always know what's coming in, going out, and what the next 30–60 days look like
- BAS preparation & lodgement — every quarter, handled by a Registered BAS Agent — including extended agent deadlines so you never lodge late
- Payroll processing — accurate, on time, STP-compliant, super included — no scramble at super lodgement time
- Accounts payable & receivable — you know exactly who owes you and what you owe before it becomes a cash crisis
- Xero setup or clean-up — if your file is a mess, we fix it. If you're new to Xero, we build it right from day one
- Subcontractor & TPAR compliance — ABN verification, correct coding, TPAR lodged by 28 August every year
- Accountant-ready year-end file — clean records mean your tax return takes your accountant hours, not days
- Direct access to Tiffany — call or email and get a real answer, same day. Not a ticket queue. The actual person managing your books.
If we spot a problem before you do — we tell you. A margin leak. A cash gap 6 weeks out. An expense pattern that doesn't add up. That's what a financial partner does. Not just a bookkeeper.
How It Works — Three Steps
No lengthy onboarding. No forms before we talk. Here's exactly what happens:
Free 20-Minute Review
We look at your Xero, BAS history, payroll, and any compliance gaps. You get an honest picture of where things stand — no sales pitch, no obligation.
We Scope & Start Fast
Fixed monthly price based on your actual workload. We onboard within days, connect to your Xero, and start immediately.
Clean Books. Clear Numbers. Every Month.
Monthly P&L in your inbox. BAS handled. Super sorted. You run the Melbourne business — we handle the financial engine behind it.
Free. No obligation. You'll walk away knowing exactly what's wrong — whether you hire us or not.
This Is For You If…
- You're turning over $300k–$5M and want to understand your numbers
- You're in trades, allied health, agencies, childcare, or professional services
- You use Xero — or you're ready to make the switch
- You want proactive advice, not just compliance ticking
- You're open to automating admin so you can focus on growth
- You want a bookkeeper who thinks like a business owner
This Is Not For You If…
- You want the cheapest option — we're excellent, not the lowest price
- You don't want to know when your margins are slipping
- You want data entry only — we do more, and we charge accordingly
- You want to stay on MYOB — we're a Xero-only practice
What Clients Say
"She takes on tasks that look impossible on paper and somehow makes them work. No drama, no excuses — she just figures it out and gets it done. That kind of initiative is rare. Any business would be lucky to have someone with her drive and grit. Highly recommend."
"Professional, reliable, and incredibly knowledgeable. They've made managing our small business finances so much easier and stress-free. Highly recommend to anyone looking for a trustworthy Australian bookkeeper!"
"Highly recommend True Tally Bookkeeping. Such a professional, knowledgeable person with a calm eye for me as a chaotic one."
Book a Free 20-Minute Melbourne Books Review
Not a sales call. A genuine look at your setup — what's working, what's broken, what it would cost to fix. You'll leave with a clear picture, whether you hire us or not.
- Honest assessment of your current Xero file and bookkeeping setup
- Identification of any BAS, super, or compliance risks sitting in your books right now
- Plain-English explanation of what clean books would look like for your type of Melbourne business
- Fixed monthly quote — no hidden fees, no lock-in, cancel any time
- If we can't improve your situation — we'll tell you honestly
Month-to-month only · No lock-in contracts · Cancel any time · 100% remote via Xero
Stop Guessing. Start Knowing.
20 minutes. Free. Walk away knowing exactly what's wrong with your books and what to do about it — whether you hire us or not.
Book My Free Review NowCall · 0468 159 950 · info@truetally.com.au · @truetallybookkeeping