About Us
A modern accounting practice, built for complexity
The same team, every step — from your first question to your next return.
ATA Accountants was built for business owners and individuals who need more than a once-a-year tax return — and for a way of working that fits how people actually do business today.
Our approach
We believe good accounting advice shouldn't depend on where you live or how simple your tax return is. ATA Accountants operates as a cloud-based practice — using Xero, MYOB, and QuickBooks to keep your numbers current, accessible, and accurate year-round, not just at tax time — with a real office in Milton, Brisbane for when you'd rather meet in person.
We specialise deliberately. Rather than trying to be the cheapest tax return in town, we focus on the situations that need real expertise: investment portfolios, SMSFs, business structuring, multi-entity tax planning, and overdue compliance. If your situation is straightforward, you'll find us efficient. If it's complex, you'll find we don't flinch.
How we work
Cloud-first, always
Your financial data lives in modern, secure platforms — accessible to you anytime, not locked in a filing cabinet.
Direct access
You deal with the people actually doing your work, not a rotating call centre.
Scoped and transparent
You'll always know your starting price, and get a confirmed quote before complex work begins.
Proactive, not just reactive
We flag opportunities and risks throughout the year — not only when a deadline is due.
Expertise you can trust
XeroCertified Adviser
MYOBPartner
QuickBooksCertified ProAdvisorFrequently asked questions
Why don't you name the accountants who work there?
We believe in building trust through our process, credentials, and consistency — not around any one individual. It also means your relationship with the practice isn't tied to a single person.
Are you actually based in Brisbane, or just online?
Both — we have a real office in Milton, Brisbane, and clients are welcome to visit in person or work with us entirely online, whichever suits them.
What qualifications do your accountants hold?
Our practice operates as a Registered Tax Agent and ASIC Agent under the Tax Practitioners Board, and our team holds relevant professional qualifications and software certifications (Xero, MYOB, QuickBooks).
Do you only work with certain industries?
No — while we have particular depth in industries like construction, real estate, medical, and professional services, we work with individuals and businesses across most sectors.
What makes you different from a typical tax agent?
We focus deliberately on situations with real complexity — investment properties, SMSFs, business structuring, overdue compliance — rather than trying to be the cheapest option for simple returns.