Bookkeeping Services Essendon – Trusted BAS Agents & Xero Specialists

Running your business in Essendon should feel rewarding – not like another after-hours job.

At PBS - Professional Bookkeeping Service, we help business owners replace financial stress with systems that actually work. Our certified team of BAS agents and Xero experts simplify the numbers so you can focus on what really matters – running and growing your business.

Whether you're an Essendon business owner, professional, or retailer, we'll design a bookkeeping system that keeps your business compliant, efficient, and stress-free.

Comprehensive bookkeeping solutions tailored to your business needs in Essendon.

Professional bookkeeping tailored to your local Melbourne area. Whether you're in the CBD or suburbs, our team delivers expert BAS preparation, payroll processing, and cloud migration services.

For more than 40 years, PBS has been the financial backbone of Essendon's diverse business community.

From hospitality and retail to professional services and creative businesses, our Essendon team understands what it takes to stay profitable, compliant, and organised in today's fast-moving business environment.

We know the local area, the people, and the challenges – because we work right here in the 3040 postcode community. Using modern Xero cloud bookkeeping, we give you real-time reports, ATO-ready compliance, and peace of mind that your books are always in order.

✅ Registered BAS Agents & Cloud Specialists

Our bookkeepers are all registered BAS agents and certified Xero professionals. We understand Australian Taxation Office (ATO) compliance inside out – from quarterly lodgements to payroll superannuation. You'll get accurate, audit-ready books and smart systems designed to keep your business in the clear.

✅ Designed for Small Business Owners

We work with Essendon professionals, retailers, hospitality owners, and creative entrepreneurs who are tired of chasing invoices and balancing spreadsheets. Our cloud-based bookkeeping systems automate repetitive admin and sync seamlessly with tools like Xero, MYOB, and QuickBooks. Everything stays simple, visible, and easy to manage.

✅ Local Support, No Outsourcing

You'll never be passed off to an offshore team. All our bookkeeping and BAS work is managed by qualified professionals right here in Essendon – with direct access to our team for face-to-face support when needed.

✅ Fixed-Fee Transparency

No surprises, no hidden costs. Our fixed-fee packages make professional bookkeeping affordable for small and growing businesses. Each plan includes monthly reporting, regular check-ins, and unlimited questions – because you should never pay extra to understand your own numbers.

BAS Preparation & Lodgement

Keep your business compliant without the stress. We prepare, review, and lodge your Business Activity Statements accurately and on time – ensuring GST and PAYG are handled correctly. You'll never miss another ATO deadline again.

Payroll & Superannuation

We handle every aspect of payroll management – from employee setup to super contributions and EOFY summaries. Our Xero Payroll automation ensures every pay run is compliant, consistent, and ATO-ready. No more late payments or manual errors.

Management Reporting & Cash-Flow Insights

Numbers alone don't tell the story – that's where we come in. Our monthly management reports highlight your real-time profit, expenses, and cash flow so you can make informed decisions. We help you understand where your money's going and how to improve it. This is financial clarity – not confusion.

Cloud Migration to Xero

Still relying on old spreadsheets or desktop programs? We'll migrate your books to Xero Cloud Bookkeeping with zero downtime. Our specialists clean up your data, create a streamlined chart of accounts, and train your team for confidence using the new system.

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We proudly serve Essendon (postcode 3040) and its neighbouring suburbs including Niddrie, West Essendon, Airport West, Aberfeldie, and Moonee Ponds. Whether you run a restaurant in the Essendon CBD, a healthcare practice in Aberfeldie, a retail store in Moonee Ponds, or a creative business in West Essendon, we're your go-to local bookkeeping team.

Neighbourhoods & Business Zones

Essendon CBD (Buckley Street): professional services, retail, and office-based businesses at the heart of Essendon.

Maribyrnong Park Industrial Estate: manufacturing, warehousing, and logistics businesses needing detailed management reports.

Aberfeldie Healthcare Zone: healthcare services, medical practices, and allied health requiring job costing and client tracking.

Moon Valley Shopping Centre: retail, hospitality, and service businesses managing complex inventory.

Nearby Suburbs Covered

Essendon | Niddrie | West Essendon | Airport West | Aberfeldie | Moonee Ponds

Running a small business in Essendon means wearing too many hats – managing staff, clients, and operations – while the bookkeeping piles up in the background. Most local business owners we meet share similar stories:

• I'm tired of spending hours fixing spreadsheets and tracking invoices.
• My last bookkeeper overcharged me and missed deadlines.
• I just want someone who explains things in plain English, not jargon.

We get it. That's why PBS Bookkeeping was built for real people running real businesses – not accountants who speak in jargon.

Our Local Solution for Essendon Business Owners

PBS Bookkeeping Essendon partners with a wide variety of small businesses, including:

• Healthcare & Medical: Manage patient billing, multi-location reporting, and GST compliance for healthcare practices.
• Retailers & Hospitality: Real-time tracking for sales, stock movements, and payroll through Xero integrations.
• Professionals & Service Providers: Automate job costing, invoicing cycles, and clear client profitability reports.
• Manufacturing & Wholesale: Manage production costs, inventory, and multi-location reporting with full GST and BAS compliance.

Every business is different – that's why our bookkeeping is designed around your industry, your tools, and your goals.

Built for the Essendon Business Landscape

We know Essendon's mix of healthcare, hospitality, retail, manufacturing, and service providers. You'll find our clients around the Buckley Street CBD, Maribyrnong Park, Aberfeldie, and Moon Valley – all looking for the same thing: bookkeeping that's accurate, affordable, and easy to understand.

Why This Matters

Your business deserves more than compliance. We help you understand your numbers, reduce admin stress, and build long-term financial stability. Because when your books are in order, you make smarter decisions – and spend more time doing what you love.

Experience That Builds Confidence

Since 1983, PBS has supported Melbourne businesses with bookkeeping that's accurate, transparent, and efficient. We've seen every type of accounting mess in Essendon – and we know how to fix it fast.

Local Knowledge, Real Relationships

We're part of the Essendon business ecosystem – not a national call centre. You'll see us around the Buckley Street CBD, Aberfeldie Healthcare Zone, and local networking events – building the same local trust we bring to every client file.

Accuracy Meets Technology

We blend decades of experience with modern cloud-based precision. Every report and reconciliation is double-checked by certified professionals for error-free, audit-ready results.

Affordable, Growth-Focused Packages

Our fixed-fee bookkeeping plans scale with your business – whether you're just starting out or managing a growing team. We make financial clarity accessible to Essendon businesses of all sizes.

Each testimonial reflects what we strive for – accuracy, relief, and trust that grows with your business

Your time is too valuable to waste on admin and ATO stress. At PBS Bookkeeping Essendon, we bring order, clarity, and confidence to your business finances – so you can focus on what you do best.

💬 Book your Free 30-Minute Bookkeeping Systems Audit today – to uncover inefficiencies, reduce costs, and get back valuable time.