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Accounting & Virtual CFO Plans: Fixed Monthly Fees for Australian Businesses
Quick answer: Saqch Partners charges fixed monthly fees instead of hourly bills. Core costs from $299 a month + GST, Growth from $399, and Premium from $699, which includes quarterly CFO strategy sessions. Every plan includes your annual financial statements, business tax return and two personal tax returns. You'll know the price before we start.
Prices current as of 20 October 2026 · Reviewed by Saqib Chuhdhary, CPA
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| Core | Growth | Premium | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price (monthly + GST) | From $299 | From $399 | From $699 |
| Annual financial statements | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Business tax return | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| 2 personal tax returns | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Unlimited support | Email, 48-hour response | Email and phone, 24-hour priority | Same-day response guaranteed |
| Tax planning | – | Annual | Comprehensive |
| Strategy reviews | – | Twice a year | Quarterly 2-hour CFO/strategy session |
| Budgeting, forecasting, scenario and variance analysis | – | – | ✓ |
| ASIC annual review | – | ✓ | ✓ |
| ATO correspondence (excluding audits) | – | ✓ | ✓ |
| Best for | Sole traders and simple companies | Growing businesses that want year-round tax planning | Owners who want CFO-level guidance |
What's not included (so there are no surprises)
- BAS, bookkeeping and payroll: confirmed in your fixed quote, based on your transaction volume
- Xero or other software subscriptions: paid directly to the provider
- Additional entities (trusts, SMSFs, extra companies): quoted per entity
- ATO audits, grant applications, business sales and one-off projects: fixed quote before we start
Every inclusion is listed in writing before you sign up.
How much does an accountant cost for a small business in Sydney?
Fees depend on your structure, transaction volume and how much advice you want. Compliance-only packages are at the lower end. Plans that include tax planning and CFO-style advice cost more but usually save more than they cost. Our plans are designed so a typical small company can budget its fees across 12 months instead of facing a large bill at tax time.
Fixed fee vs hourly: why we chose fixed
- No meter running: call or email us without worrying about 6-minute increments.
- Proactive advice: we contact you before 30 June with planning ideas instead of waiting for you to ask.
- Predictable cash flow: monthly payments instead of one large annual invoice.
Plan cost vs hiring a CFO
Premium gives you a CPA-led quarterly CFO session plus budgeting and forecasting for from $699 a month + GST. Hiring an in-house finance manager or CFO means a full salary plus 12% superannuation guarantee, leave and recruitment costs. If you need more than quarterly CFO input, see our fractional CFO options.
Pricing FAQs
Are accounting fees tax deductible?
Generally, yes. Fees for preparing your business accounts and managing your tax affairs are usually deductible in the year you pay them.
Why do prices say "from"?
The starting price covers a single business entity with typical transaction volume. We confirm a fixed price after a free review of your structure, before you sign up.
Is BAS included?
BAS work depends on your transaction volume and on whether we also do your bookkeeping. We confirm it in your fixed quote, so you know before you start.
Can I change plans?
Yes. As your business grows, talk to us about moving to a plan that fits.
Do you work with Xero?
Yes. Our team includes Xero Certified Advisors, and we can set up or clean up your Xero file.
Do you work with clients outside Sydney?
Yes. We are based at Level 14, 3 Parramatta Square and work with businesses across Australia online.
Not sure which plan fits? Book a free 15-minute call and get a fixed quote.
Core
From $299
Monthly + GST
- Unlimited client support (Email – 48-hour response time)
- Annual financial statements
- Annual business tax return lodgment
- 2 x personal income tax returns
Growth
From $399
Monthly + GST
- Unlimited client support
- Priority Email/Phone Support (24-hour response time)
- Annual financial statements
- Annual business tax return lodgment
- 2 x personal income tax returns
- Annual tax planning
- Bi-Annual business strategy review
- Annual ASIC Review
- ATO communication (Excluding Audits)
Premium
From $699
Monthly + GST
- Unlimited client support
- Guaranteed Same-Day response time
- Annual financial statements
- Annual business tax return lodgment
- 2 x personal income tax returns
- Comprehensive Annual Tax Planning
- Quarterly CFO/Strategy session (2 Hours)
- Comprehensive Annual Budgeting & Financial Forecasting
- Detailed Scenario Planning and Variance Analysis
- Annual ASIC Review and other changes
- ATO communication (Excluding Audits)
Ready to Get Started?
Contact our team today to discuss how we can help your business succeed.
