ATA Accountants

Industries

Accounting for construction & trades

You build it. We'll keep the books solid.

From sole-trader tradespeople to builders — structuring, QBCC-related compliance, and straightforward bookkeeping built around how construction businesses actually operate.

A smiling tradesperson in hi-vis on a construction site holding a tablet

What we do for your business

Construction and trades businesses face cash flow swings, progress payments, subcontractor arrangements, and licensing requirements that generic accountants often miss. We build accounting around how your work actually flows.

From keeping books that satisfy QBCC requirements to structuring for asset protection on bigger jobs, we understand the sector's pressures.

What's included

  • QBCC-aware bookkeepingBooks and reporting set up with minimum financial requirements in mind.
  • Subcontractor & PAYGCorrect treatment of subbies, PAYG, and taxable payments reporting (TPAR).
  • Cash flow & structuringStructures and planning that handle progress payments and protect your assets.

How it works

  1. 1

    Book a consultation

    Choose online or in person at our Milton office. Tell us a little about your situation when you book.

  2. 2

    We review your situation

    We look at your circumstances in detail and identify exactly what you need — no guesswork, no assumptions.

  3. 3

    Get a clear, scoped quote

    You receive a fixed, transparent quote before any work begins, so there are never any surprises.

Frequently asked questions

Can you help with QBCC reporting requirements?

Yes. We keep your financials in a state that supports QBCC's minimum financial requirements and annual reporting.

Do you handle taxable payments reporting?

We prepare and lodge TPAR for businesses that pay subcontractors in the building and construction industry.

What structure suits a trades business?

It depends on your risk and growth plans — we'll advise on sole trader, company, or trust structures.

From contractors to cash flow — accounting that holds up on site.

QBCC, subbies, and progress payments — we know how trades work.

Talk to an accountant who understands your situation

Book an appointment online or in person at our Milton, Brisbane office — no obligation, no guesswork.