Simple Tax Return
Employee, one job, basic deductions
You earn a salary, maybe have a few work-related deductions, and you want it filed quickly, accurately, and for a fair price.
Tax agent / Individual returns specialist
Free matching service · Townsville & North Queensland
Find the right accountant for your situation — in 90 seconds.
Not every accountant suits every client. Take our quick matching quiz and we'll connect you with a Townsville accountant who specialises in your situation — whether you're a sole trader, small business owner, property investor, simple tax filer, or managing complex wealth.
Always free for the public
Registered tax agents only
Local Townsville specialists
No obligation, no spam
Five paths, one match
The accountant who's perfect for a tradie isn't right for a property investor.
We match you against five distinct profiles. In about 90 seconds, you'll know which type of accountant your situation calls for — and we'll connect you with one in Townsville.
Sole Trader / Side Hustler
Contractor, freelancer, rideshare, trades, online seller
You're earning income outside PAYG — maybe contracting, driving Uber, selling online, or running a one-person trade. You need someone who understands ABN income, GST, and what you can actually claim.
Small business tax accountant
Small Business Owner
Bookkeeping, BAS, payroll, business advice
You have employees, GST obligations, regular BAS, and you need an accountant who can act as a financial partner — not just lodge a tax return once a year. Bookkeeping, payroll compliance, business structure, the works.
Business accountant + bookkeeper
Property Investor
Tax-savvy investor needing strategic advice
You own one or more investment properties and you want an accountant who understands depreciation schedules, negative gearing, capital gains strategy, and how to structure investments through trusts or SMSFs.
Property-savvy tax accountant
SMSF / Complex Wealth
High-value, multi-entity strategy
You run an SMSF, have family trust structures, are planning a business sale, or have wealth that needs proactive tax strategy. You need a senior accountant who works at this level.
Senior tax strategist / SMSF specialist
How it works
Three steps. No phone tag, no quote shopping, no guesswork.
01
Take the quiz
Ten quick questions about your situation — income type, business activity, what you want from an accountant, and how you like to work. Takes about 90 seconds.
02
We match you
Based on your answers, we identify which of our five accountant profiles fits your situation, and connect you with a Townsville specialist.
03
They reach out
Your matched accountant calls or emails within 1–2 business days. You decide if they're a fit. No obligation. No fee from us, ever.
Already have an accountant?
Thinking of switching but feeling a bit awkward about it?
You're not alone — most business owners we hear from have felt the same way for months before doing anything about it. The most common reasons we hear:
- Surprise tax bills with no warning
- Weeks-long email replies (or none at all)
- Pricing keeps going up but the service doesn't
- Only hear from them at tax time — never proactive advice
- Your business has outgrown what they offer
The quiz routes you to a specialist who handles transitions smoothly — including coordinating the records handover from your current accountant. You don't have to make any awkward phone calls.
The honest truth
"Most accountants are great at what they were hired to do. The problem is your business changed, and the relationship didn't."
It's not a betrayal to outgrow an accountant — it's a sign your business is growing. The right next-step accountant won't make you feel awkward about it. They'll handle the transition professionally.
Most common match
For Townsville small business owners who've outgrown their tax agent.
Once you employ staff, register for GST, or start running real money through a business account, you don't just need someone to lodge a tax return — you need a financial partner. You have employees, GST obligations, regular BAS, and you need an accountant who can act as a financial partner — not just lodge a tax return once a year. Bookkeeping, payroll compliance, business structure, the works.
- Bookkeeping done right (Xero, MYOB, QuickBooks)
- BAS, IAS and GST handled on time, every quarter
- Payroll, super, single-touch payroll compliance
- Business structure advice (sole trader vs company vs trust)
- Year-round tax planning, not just June panic
What a good match looks like
"We were drowning in BAS deadlines and Xero questions. Within a fortnight of being matched we had a real bookkeeper, and our accountant was proactive — not just chasing us in June."
Composite — representative of what Townsville small business owners describe when a better-fit accountant takes over.
Common questions
Quick answers
How much does it cost to use Townsville Accountants?
Nothing. Our matching service is completely free for the public. We only earn when accountants pay us for connecting them with qualified leads.
How do you make money if the service is free?
The accountant we match you with pays us a small fee for the introduction. That is it — no hidden fees, no commissions on what you pay them, and no incentive for us to push you toward a more expensive option.
Are the accountants in your network qualified?
Yes — every accountant we refer is a registered tax agent with the Tax Practitioners Board (TPB) and either CPA, CA, or IPA qualified.
How long does the matching process take?
The quiz takes about 90 seconds. You will be matched immediately and an accountant will typically reach out within 1–2 business days.
Do you cover all of Townsville?
Yes — from Townsville City through Kirwan, Aitkenvale, Hyde Park, Idalia, Douglas, North Ward and the surrounding North Queensland region.
What if I don't click with the accountant you match me to?
No drama — let us know and we will match you with a different one. We want a good fit as much as you do.
I already have an accountant. Is it awkward to switch?
Less than you think. The accountant we match you with handles the records handover from your current one — you don't have to make any awkward phone calls. Australian rules require your old accountant to release your records on request.
Stop guessing which accountant is right for you.
Ninety seconds. Ten questions. One genuinely good match.