Tax Services for Startups
End-to-end tax and compliance for Australian founders, from day one to exit.
We Handle the Tax. You Handle the Growth.
When you’re running a startup or scale-up, tax is the last thing you want to stress about – but it’s one of the most important things to get right. At Standard Ledger, we specialise in startup tax services for Australian founders. From ATO compliance to strategic tax structuring, we help you stay one step ahead, avoid nasty surprises and unlock opportunities for growth. You focus on building your business – we’ll handle the tax.
- Transparent pricing
- ATO compliance
- Peace of mind
- Tax-efficient structuring
- Expert advice
Your tax returns, done right.
- ✓ PAYG summary
- ✓ Bank interest
- ✓ Dividends
- ✓ Simple deductions
- ✓ Tax return lodgement
- ✓ Company tax return
- ✓ Financial accounts
- ✓ Income tax return
- ✓ Annual tax planning
- ✓ Tax return lodgement
- ✓ Trust tax return
- ✓ Annual accounts
- ✓ Income tax return
- ✓ Annual tax planning
- ✓ Tax return lodgement
Prices exclude GST. We’ll ask you to pay us when we send you the final tax return to sign electronically.
Strategic tax advice when it really counts
(and not just at tax time)
There are moments in your business journey when tax advice can make a real difference — helping you avoid costly mistakes, stay compliant, and structure things smarter for the long haul. We’re here for those moments.
- Starting out – Setting up a company or trust? We’ll help you choose the right structure from day one, so you don’t pay for it later (literally).
- Expanding internationally – Crossing borders? We’ll make sure your global tax setup works for you, not against you. Learn more about our international tax services.
- Succession planning & exits – Selling your business, raising capital, or thinking about succession? We’ll help structure things tax-effectively so you get the most out of your exit.
- Pricing: From $350/hour. We’ll work with you to scope the right support and provide a clear, fixed-fee proposal.
Startup founders ♥ Standard Ledger
Don’t just take our word for it. Here’s what our clients have to say about working with us.
“Closing our £2.5m round with Octopus Ventures was a huge milestone for HealsGood AI. Standard Ledger were instrumental throughout the process – helping us stay investor-ready, manage due diligence and present a clear financial story. They brought real structure and focus, which made a complex raise feel controlled and achievable. Having that level of financial leadership on our side gave us the confidence to move fast and negotiate from a position of strength.”
Jack Henderson
“The grant application for the Australian Government’s Boosting Female Founders Initiative is an absolute beast of a process. I’ve really enjoyed working with John to secure it.”
Jeanette Cheah
“Standard Ledger’s fractional CFO services identified KPIs driving operational improvements, making us an attractive acquisition target. Strategic exit planning structured our finances to maximise returns, and negotiating the complexities of the sale process secured us a deal that recognised our full value.”
Peter Neal
“Standard Ledger saved us from trouble during our UK setup. They turned around crucial work in 48 hours, preventing fines. Having the support you can trust, who knows what they’re doing, means less stress and frees up a lot of mental space.”
Peter Cole
“Standard Ledger was incredibly helpful in reviewing and modelling our finances. Thanks to their support, we reshaped our strategy and identified areas for growth. We are now ready for expansion into new sports and markets.”
Iggy Jovanovic
“John and the team have really understood our R&D story from day one, and have always had a plan for it. We’re in the third year of working together now, and it’s been really great.”
Nadun Hennayaka
Ready to make tax one less thing to worry about?
Whether you’re filing your first return or scaling to new markets, we’re here to help.
Frequently asked questions
What tax returns does my startup actually need to lodge?
Most startups need to lodge a company tax return every year, plus BAS if they’re registered for GST. If you have a trust structure, you need a trust return as well. As a founder, you still need to lodge your individual tax return correctly – especially if income is split across salary, dividends or investments. We can handle all of this end-to-end.
How do I make sure my startup is compliant with the ATO?
We handle ATO lodgements, deadlines, financial accounts, annual tax planning and anything the ATO requires from you. If the ATO contacts you, we deal with them on your behalf so you don’t get caught out by missed reporting or incorrect filings!
What's included in a company tax return service?
We handle your company tax return, financial accounts, income tax return, annual tax planning and lodgement with the ATO. Pricing starts at $200 for a nil return, $800 for a non-trading company, and ranges from $1,000 to $2,700 as your business grows. All prices exclude GST.
When should I get strategic tax advice beyond just filing my return?
Bring us in when you’re setting up your company structure, expanding internationally, planning for succession, or preparing for an exit. Getting the structure right from day one can save you serious money down the track.
Do you handle trust tax returns as well?
Yes! We prepare trust tax returns, annual accounts, income tax returns and provide annual tax planning advice. Pricing works the same way as company returns – $200 for a nil return, $800 for a non-trading trust, and $1,000 to $2,700 for a trading trust depending on complexity. All prices exclude GST.