Bookkeeping that gives you clarity, control & confidence.

Accurate books are the backbone of a healthy business – but they’re also one of the biggest time drains. At Square Penny, we handle the financial foundations so you can focus on running and growing your business, not chasing receipts or worrying about deadlines.

End-to-end bookkeeping & compliance, done properly.

Our team combines deep technical expertise with hands-on support, ensuring your numbers stay accurate, timely, and fully compliant – every single month.

Accounts payable

Organised, on-time creditor payments.

Accounts receivable

Timely debtor follow-ups to improve cash flow.

Expense & receipt management

Complete, audit-ready records.

Bank reconciliations

Clean, current accounts with no missing transactions.

BAS preparation & lodgement

Accurate, on-time compliance every quarter.

Statutory reporting

All requirements managed and lodged correctly.

Payroll processing

Reliable, compliant pay runs for your entire team.

General business support

Guidance on day-to-day financial questions.

A team that integrates into your business – not just your software.

Unlike transactional bookkeeping services, our team becomes part of your operations. Many of our bookkeepers work remotely, but they embed into your systems, rhythms, and team structure, providing consistent support as if they were in-house.

Specialists who love bookkeeping and are experts in their craft

Seamless integration into your workflows and communication

Reliable, high-touch support with no need for in-office space

A proactive approach that prevents problems before they appear

Avoid the costly errors that hold businesses back.

Small bookkeeping errors can quickly snowball into inaccurate reports, cash-flow issues and compliance risks – we prevent these problems by keeping your records clean, current and confidently under control.

Mixing personal & business spending

Blurs financial reality and leads to messy reporting, incorrect deductions and compliance risks.

Incomplete or unreconciled accounts

Missed transactions and unreconciled statements result in inaccurate profit, cash flow and BAS figures.

Lost receipts & poor record-keeping

Creates gaps in documentation and increases the risk and stress of ATO reviews.

Misusing accounting software

Incorrect setup or data entry distorts reporting and creates duplicate or inaccurate records.

Compliance doesn’t have to be stressful – we handle the heavy lifting.

Predictable compliance, smooth month-ends, and zero last-minute panic.

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Clean, current records

Numbers are always up to date.

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Simple systems

Clear processes and repeatable workflows.

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Prevent bottlenecks

Automated reminders and consistent check-ins.

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Deadline ownership

We track, remind, and lodge on time.

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Smart technology

Xero + automation for accuracy and speed.

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Plain-language explanations

So you always understand what’s happening.

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Early issue detection

CFO-level oversight where needed.

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Proactive communication

No chasing, no wondering.

A smooth, structured start that removes the guesswork.

Confidence from day one – with no disruption to your operations.

Our Business Development team guides you through the first steps, gathers the right details, and makes the experience smooth from day one.

We assign the ideal bookkeeper, Finance Advisor or CFO based on your industry, systems and complexity – no guesswork, no mismatches.

You receive simple, structured onboarding emails outlining what we need and what happens next, so every step feels organised and transparent.

Online or in-person, we walk through priorities, deadlines and any immediate issues to ensure we start supporting you quickly and effectively.

We help you grant access to Xero and any other platforms, complete our discovery process, and prepare your financials for ongoing management.

Your dedicated finance team steps in, communication lines are clear, and you know exactly who to contact as we begin day-to-day bookkeeping and compliance.

Technology that makes your bookkeeping smarter & more efficient.

Your financial systems run smoother because we use trusted, industry-leading platforms designed for accuracy, compliance, and efficiency.

Ready for accurate books & stress-free compliance?

One simple step is all it takes to gain clarity, control and confidence in your numbers.

Spot the gaps before they cost you.

Get our free SME Financial Health Checklist – a 12-point guide every business owner should review before the next BAS quarter. Quick, practical, and created by CFOs who know what growing businesses really need to stay on top of their numbers.