QUALITY TRADES BOOKKEEPING & ADMIN. UNCUT.

Bookkeeping for Tradies
Do you really have time to do it yourself?
Virtual Assistants for Tradies
We’ll find ‘em, train ‘em up and keep 'em focused on your hustle.
Big Numbers Tracker for Trades Business
Taking care of business was never easier.We Handle the Back Office, You Handle the Business.
You’re out there running your trades business, trying to make a name for yourself. Trying to build a business that works for you.
You’re hustling, dealing with clients, running jobs, trying to keep everything together and still stay on top of your paperwork.
The admin. The bookkeeping. Doing it yourself. That’s holding you back. That's where we come in.
At Breaking BAS we supply bookkeeping and virtual assistants to trades businesses who want to grow and scale and have a life. You focus on making the big moves—we’ll handle everything else. Whether you’re a sole trader, a small team, or a growing construction company, we take care of the numbers so you can focus on the job.
Why Bookkeeping Matters for Trades and Building Businesses
You wouldn’t trust an unlicensed builder to work on your house—so why risk DIY bookkeeping when it could cost you thousands in mistakes? Many tradies struggle with:
- Late or incorrect BAS lodgements – risking fines and ATO penalties.
- Unreliable cash flow – leading to surprise bills and unpaid invoices.
- Messy payroll & super – tax man don't like it when you get it wrong.
- Unclear financial reports – making it hard to see if you’re actually making a profit.
We fix all that. With expert bookkeeping support, you’ll always know where your business stands financially, stay compliant with the ATO, and get rid of the stress that comes with managing your books.
I’m not saying it’s not BAS. It’s BAS. But it could be worse.
At Breaking BAS bookkeeping for tradies, we ain't playin' around. We're the bookkeepers who care about your success.
We don’t just shove numbers around and call it a day. Nah, we make sure every detail of your data is entered perfectly and analysed down to the last digit. We’re on top of it, so you don’t lose a single cent. We help you keep your profits where they belong—right in your pocket.
This isn’t just bookkeeping. This is quality bookkeeping for trades businesses. Breaking BAS isn’t a cost, it’s an investment in your future.
You’ve got a business to run, so let us handle the numbers. You keep your eyes on the prize, and we’ll make sure the financials stay clean. It’s that simple.
What We Do
We’re not just bookkeepers. We’re more than that. We’re the ones who handle everything behind the scenes—the stuff that keeps your business running smooth, without anyone even noticing.
Your back office? Consider it taken care of. No mess, no fuss. We keep things running so clean, you won’t even have to think about it. Because when you roll with us, everything stays in line.
Our services include:
✅ BAS & GST Compliance – Never worry about missing a BAS deadline again. We keep you compliant and ensure your GST is correctly calculated.
✅ Payroll & Superannuation – We handle wages, super, and all compliance requirements so your employees (or subbies) get paid on time—correctly.
✅ Accounts Payable & Receivable – We keep track of who you owe and who owes you, so you’re never chasing payments or forgetting to pay a supplier.
✅ ATO & Compliance Support – Avoid tax-time nightmares. We make sure your business stays on the right side of tax laws.
✅ Virtual Admin – So you never have to do paperwork after hours again.
✅ Run your Job Management System - a specialised VA can learn your JMS better than you could ever hope to.
✅ Big Numbers Tracker - track your numbers, track your jobs, know exactly how much you’re making (or losing) on each job so you can price smarter and maximise profits.
Bookkeeping for Tradies
You need clean, accurate books, done by people who know trades business, updated regularly so you know your numbers now not at tax time.
Virtual Assistants
Our VAs for tradies are trained, efficient, and ready to take over all your busywork so you can focus on your business.
Why Breaking BAS?
We only work with Trades Businesses which means we understand you and your needs.
Breaking BAS is sister company to Small Fish Business Coaching (if you’re a tradie you’ve probably seen their stuff) so we bring valuable Business Coaching knowledge into everything we do. When we help set up your back office, we’re setting up systems that are dedicated to your business success and will help your business grow and run smoothly.

Who We Work With
We work exclusively with trades and building businesses, including:
🔨 Builders & construction companies ⚡ Electricians
🚰 Plumbers 🎨 Painters and Decorators 🔧 Mechanics
🌱 Landscapers 🚛 Transport & logistics operators
and more!
If you’re in the business of getting your hands dirty,
we’ll handle the admin so you don’t have to.