Why should a customer hire Orion Bookkeeping  over another service provider?

Tom Soini has a Master’s Degree in Business and a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting and has over 20 years’ experience working as a corporate accountant and has managed accounts departments and payroll. Tom is very experienced in bookkeeping and preparation of BAS returns and other statutory reporting such as PAYG, superannuation and payroll tax. We use Xero, MYOB, Quickbooks, Excel and can assist with Sage Micropay Meridian.

Is there a particular aspect of your trade or industry that you specialise in?

Orion Bookkeeping is a full service bookkeeping practice servicing small and medium sized companies. Listed are services we provide:

• Bookkeeping

• BAS and IAS preparation and lodgement

• Payroll

• PAYG Payment Summaries (Group Certificates)

• Fuel Tax Credits

• Taxable Payments Annual Report (TPAR) for contractor payments

• Accounts receivables data entry

• Accounts payables data entry

• Accounts setup

• Accounts reconciliations

• Bank and credit card reconciliations

• Fixed Assets

• Journal Preparation

• Profit & Loss, Balance Sheet and Cash flow reports.

How do you normally charge for your service?

Initially we charge per hour. This is to get an understanding of your business and your specific needs. It also gives you a chance to evaluate our services and give us feedback on the job performed. We can then discuss a pricing model that suits your needs.

What makes your pricing competitive?

We don’t compete solely on price. The services Orion Bookkeeping provide are of very high quality and our customers can be assured of very high value services.

Are there any special offers you would like to offer to Orion Bookkeeping customers?

We offer Orion Bookkeeping customers a free consultation to make sure your bookkeeping needs are met. We then offer the opportunity of an hourly rate or fixed rate depending on the time frame we provide our services, i.e. weekly or monthly. The fixed price is agreed on between Orion Bookkeeping and the client.

How a customer can save money before you start the work?

A customer can save money by having their invoices and other paperwork organised and easily accessible. It is also helpful to print bank statements or make them electronically available before a visit. A customer should prepare questions before a visit to speed up the visit. All these tips will save time and money for the business.

What are the typical things that you need to know before you can provide a quote to a customer?

What needs to be done; Bookkeeping only or also BAS returns and payroll? The size of the company and an estimate of the quantity of data entry, e.g. invoices and number of employees.

Are you an insured business and do you guarantee your work?

Orion Bookkeeping Pty Ltd has a Professional Indemnity Insurance. This is a requirement for registration as BAS Agent with the Tax Practitioners Board.

What makes Orion Bookkeeping the most reliable and trustworthy bookkeeper for the job?

My qualifications and long experience guarantees a high quality job. I am passionate about bookkeeping and will do everything to make sure Orion Bookkeeping is highly recommended by my customers.

What questions should a customer ask to hire the right service professional?

They should ask for qualifications and experience. These two factors are of paramount importance to making sure a customer get a qualified bookkeeper. Pricing is of course important but not the most important factor when hiring a bookkeeper that will make a difference for the business.