CTK & Co.

Sydney-based CTK & Co. specialises in accounting and bookkeeping for Australian small enterprises. The practice says it has been doing this work for more than seven years. Its central argument is that a bookkeeper should carry the paperwork itself, rather than leave the owner to gather every document needed for a tax return.

Remote and online bookkeeping

Bookkeeping can be done remotely, online, or on an agreed schedule of visits to the client's premises. The firm says that this flexibility is designed to save owners the hassle of constant administration, while keeping their records up to date at all times.

Business activity statements and tax compliance

The practice prepares instalment and business activity statements, and helps owners with the regulatory and tax requirements that come with running a business. It says it provides a high level of support on tax and compliance, which can be difficult for owners to manage without help.

Payables, receivables and reconciliation

The firm handles accounts payable and accounts receivable, and it carries out bank reconciliations so that the ledgers match the money actually moving through the business. The team also offers payroll processing for employers that need it.

Business management support

Beyond the books, the team provides business management support, which the firm says means taking the regulatory and tax burden off the owner. Its stated view is that the owner knows the business best, and that the accountant's job is to deal with the detail.

Who the practice works with

Its customers are small enterprises such as medical and dental practices, shops, self-employed tradespeople and IT firms. The practice takes on both new businesses that are just starting and established businesses that need additional help. The firm says it aims to offer a service that fits each business, whether that means a basic package or a fuller one.