Astrolabe Accountancy

Astrolabe Accountancy Astrolabe Accountancy specialises in small business tax and accounting services. We also handle tax Our Values
At Astrolabe we believe in doing things right.

Gregory Beattie started Astrolabe Accountancy in 2005 and has been working in Richmond as a tax agent and accountant since 2000. Astrolabe Accountancy prepares income tax returns for individuals and businesses in Richmond and the Hawkesbury area, as well as BAS statements and the whole range of tax forms. We enjoy our work and especially helping the owners of small businesses. Small businesses are

the foundation of the Australian economy, but they face a daunting array of regulatory requirements. We help business owners concentrate on their core business activities by taking away the headache of paperwork and compliance as far as possible. Business managers need information in a form that they can use, and they need it soon. The financial statements I prepare are provided in a straightforward, easy-to-understand format and are customised to meet your needs. We provide management accounts quarterly and monthly if you need them. We work with you to prepare a business plan, budgets and cash flow forecasts. These are invaluable to the business manager, and are very helpful when applying for bank finance. We make sure that all your taxable income is declared and all legal tax deductions are claimed. We will amend a tax return as many times as is necessary to ensure it is right. We believe in keeping things simple and straightforward. We make sure that you understand what you are reading and signing and why. We prefer plain English to accounting jargon! We believe in acting in our clients’ best interests. We are not interested in setting you up with a complicated and expensive structure unless it is really to your advantage. Even then we make sure that you fully understand and are comfortable with the recommended course of action. We believe in maximising your after-tax income. There is no point in paying less tax if the cost to you is greater than the tax saved! You can rely on us to advise you wisely. We believe in keeping up to date with developments. The government is constantly changing the rules, for income tax, GST and business. The ATO issues new rulings and determinations. Court judgements set new precedents. We invest a lot of time and effort, not only in keeping ourselves informed about the changes, but in notifying our clients too.

A win for small business: changes to the CGT and trust budget announcementsIf you’ve been losing sleep over the controve...
18/06/2026

A win for small business: changes to the CGT and trust budget announcements

If you’ve been losing sleep over the controversial tax overhauls unveiled in the 2026–27 Federal Budget, you can breathe a major sigh of relief today....

If you’ve been losing sleep over the controversial tax overhauls unveiled in the 2026–27 Federal Budget, you can breathe a major sigh of relief today. Following a backlash from small business grou…

Asset finance guideIf your business requires expensive tools and machinery, you may find yourself in need of asset finan...
17/06/2026

Asset finance guide

If your business requires expensive tools and machinery, you may find yourself in need of asset finance....

If your business requires expensive tools and machinery, you may find yourself in need of asset finance. Asset finance allows you to acquire or use assets without having to pay in full up front. I…

Creating a cash reserveIf you’re failing to meet your cash commitments each month and eating away at your capital reserv...
10/06/2026

Creating a cash reserve

If you’re failing to meet your cash commitments each month and eating away at your capital reserve, then it’s time to make some serious decisions in your business....

If you’re failing to meet your cash commitments each month and eating away at your capital reserve, then it’s time to make some serious decisions in your business. A business can survive for a sho…

Cyber Security FAQsQ: What is cyber security? A: It’s how to protect your business from malicious and accidental attacks...
10/06/2026

Cyber Security FAQs

Q: What is cyber security? A: It’s how to protect your business from malicious and accidental attacks on internet-connected networks, computers, mobile devices, software, and applications....

Q: What is cyber security? A: It’s how to protect your business from malicious and accidental attacks on internet-connected networks, computers, mobile devices, software, and applications. It defe…

Minimum wages increase from 1 July 2026Small business owners need to prepare for a significant hit to their payroll next...
09/06/2026

Minimum wages increase from 1 July 2026

Small business owners need to prepare for a significant hit to their payroll next month. The Fair Work Commission (FWC) finalised its Annual Wage Review last Tuesday....

Small business owners need to prepare for a significant hit to their payroll next month. The Fair Work Commission (FWC) finalised its Annual Wage Review last Tuesday. It announced a 4.75% increase…

AI Coach for small businessMost businesses these days use Generative AI. We are pleased to announce that we have upgrade...
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AI Coach for small business

Most businesses these days use Generative AI. We are pleased to announce that we have upgraded the business calculator tools on our site to include an AI prompt generator....

Most businesses these days use Generative AI. We are pleased to announce that we have upgraded the business calculator tools on our site to include an AI prompt generator. We call it AI Coach. You…

Financial business resilienceAlong with increasing your income, financial business resilience also involves managing you...
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Financial business resilience

Along with increasing your income, financial business resilience also involves managing your expenses, improving efficiencies, and making strategic financial decisions....

Along with increasing your income, financial business resilience also involves managing your expenses, improving efficiencies, and making strategic financial decisions. Build short-term cash reser…

Business resilience checklistStressed businesses in survival mode often struggle with cash flow, making it difficult to ...
27/05/2026

Business resilience checklist

Stressed businesses in survival mode often struggle with cash flow, making it difficult to continue trading. The priority is financial stability. Use the following checklist for ways to strengthen the resilience of your business. Improve liquidity and forecast cash flow Free up cash by managing inventory efficiently, as holding too much increases costs. Sell unused assets, lease equipment instead of buying, and negotiate longer supplier payment terms....

Stressed businesses in survival mode often struggle with cash flow, making it difficult to continue trading. The priority is financial stability. Use the following checklist for ways to strengthen…

Three business strategies in a crisisIf your business is facing a crisis and you’re not sure what to do next, there are ...
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Three business strategies in a crisis

If your business is facing a crisis and you’re not sure what to do next, there are three strategies you can consider. Strategy 1. Trade out of trouble Initially, focus on selling current products or services to your existing good customers, as it should be the easiest to do. They know you. Then contact the rest of your customer database with phone calls, emails, visits, social media or e-newsletters with special offers to cross-sell or up-sell to other product lines....

If your business is facing a crisis and you’re not sure what to do next, there are three strategies you can consider. Strategy 1. Trade out of trouble Initially, focus on selling current products …

Budget 2026: What it means for small businessesThe 2026 Federal Budget introduces a broad set of tax and economic measur...
13/05/2026

Budget 2026: What it means for small businesses

The 2026 Federal Budget introduces a broad set of tax and economic measures spanning personal income tax, housing and investment settings, trust taxation, and support for small businesses. Taken together, the changes reflect a mix of targeted tax relief, structural adjustments, and efforts to reduce regulatory burdens across the economy. This article summarises the main features of these initiatives, incorporating the additional provisions relating to small business support and regulatory reform....

The 2026 Federal Budget introduces a broad set of tax and economic measures spanning personal income tax, housing and investment settings, trust taxation, and support for small businesses. Taken t…

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Richmond, NSW
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