Ignite Accountants

14/05/2026

The 2026-27 Budget dropped on 12 May. There's plenty of talk about housing and the cost of living. But what does it actually mean if you're running a building company, a trade business, or working as a subbie in construction?

The 2026-27 Budget dropped on May 12. There's plenty of talk about housing and the cost of living. But what does it actually mean if you're running a building company, a trade business, or working as a subbie in construction?

28/04/2026

ATO’s Fuel Cost Relief
You don’t need us to tell you fuel prices have been a pain in the wallet. Higher fuel costs hit your projects, your supplies, and your bottom line hard. Thankfully, the ATO has stepped in with a new support package designed to help businesses like yours keep things rolling while the fuel headache lasts.

You don’t need us to tell you fuel prices have been a pain in the wallet. Higher fuel costs hit your projects, your supplies, and your bottom line hard. Thankfully, the ATO has stepped in with a new support package designed to help businesses like yours keep things rolling while the fuel headache ...

15/04/2026

Proud Parents Moment.
Our girls continue to blow us away with their big hearts, creativity and drive.
Willow (10 years old) taught herself how to crochet from online videos and thought of the idea to make handbags to raise money for MS Australia, a charity very close to our families hearts.

Willow then went on to teach mum and her sister Mila (8 years old) and have all joined in helping her make as many bags as they can.

50% of the purchase price is given to MS Australia.

We couldn’t be more proud of our girls ♥️.

Our girls continue to blow us away with their big hearts, creativity and drive ♥️.

30/03/2026

Record your vehicle’s odometer reading on 31 March.
The Fringe Benefits Tax (FBT) year wraps up on 31 March 2026. For businesses, it’s critical to stay on top of FBT obligations, particularly when it comes to vehicle-related fringe benefits.

The FBT year wraps up on 31 March 2026, don't forget to record your vehicle’s odometer reading on this exact date.

11/02/2026

Payday Super: What July 2026 Means for Your Pay Cycle
The clock is officially ticking. As of 1 July 2026, construction businesses and all other employers will need to pay superannuation at the same time wages hit their workers’ accounts. This change isn’t just another compliance tweak; it’s a significant shift aimed at protecting employees' entitlements. Here's what you need to know, and importantly, what you need to do to ensure you're ready.

The clock is officially ticking. As of 1 July 2026, construction businesses and all other employers will need to pay superannuation at the same time wages hit their workers’ accounts.

20/11/2025

How to read a profit and loss.
A P&L is more than just numbers; it's the story of your business. It reveals where your revenue is coming from, what costs are eating into profits, and how viable your operations really are.

04/11/2025

We know that financial reports can seem daunting at first, especially if you’re new to running a business. That’s why this month, we’re running a short series to help you break it down and make sense of your numbers.

First, let’s discuss reading a balance sheet. A balance sheet gives you a clear picture of your business’s financial health by showing what you own (assets), what you owe (liabilities), and your equity; your stake in the business.

08/10/2025

Accurate quoting is the foundation of a profitable trade business.
If your quotes don’t reflect your real costs, you’re leaving money on the table.
How to create quotes that work for your business, not against it.

28/08/2025

Do you know the actual cost of labour per hour for your workers? It might be more than you think. If you pay an employee for 52 weeks of the year, they only work roughly 41 to 42 weeks of the year when you factor in time off.

26/07/2025

This one mistake could be costing you $45,000 annually.
Many businesses quote jobs using a markup percentage, believing it equals their profit margin. But what if I told you this common misconception could be costing your company $45,000 annually?