Accounting For Trades
& Construction Businesses. Subcontractors. Specialists.
From tools-on tradies to growing subcontractor teams, GRIT helps construction businesses across Brisbane and Queensland stay compliant, structure right, and manage their finances with clarity.
Just smart tax, clean books, and advice that fits your day-to-day.
We’re not just business accountants
We’re Partners in Your Trade
GRIT works with trades and construction professionals across Brisbane and regional Queensland to simplify the financial side of business. Whether you’re a sole trader quoting jobs, a builder running multiple crews, or a subcontractor working across projects, we help you get set up properly, track cash flow, and manage tax the smart way.
We understand job margins, cash flow challenges, contractor payments, and ATO compliance in the trades. That’s why we offer more than just bookkeeping — we deliver financial systems and support that make sense on-site and off.
Our Services
How We Help Agencies with their Accounting
Structure That Supports Growth
From sole trader to company or trust, we help you choose the right business structure to protect your assets, manage risk, and legally reduce tax.
Clean, Useful Bookkeeping
Track job income, materials, tools, vehicle expenses, and subcontractor payments with real-time visibility not spreadsheets and guesswork.
BAS, Payroll & ATO Sorted
We manage your BAS, GST, payroll, super, and ATO lodgements so you can stay focused on the job.
Real Strategic Advice
We help you quote with margin, budget for downtime, and make better calls around purchasing, hiring, and cash flow.
Industries We Help
Tailored Accounting for the Way You Work
Tailored Accounting for the Trades That Keep Queensland Running From quoting to final invoice, we back tradies and construction pros with accounting that fits the job.
Builders
We help manage complex project finances, from job costing to BAS — so you can focus on builds, not bookkeeping.
Electricians
Track materials, subcontractor invoices and payroll with systems that actually work for your trade business.
Plumbers
From call-out tracking to tax minimisation, we’ll help you sort your structure and stay ahead of the ATO.
Carpenters
Support with quoting, subcontractors, GST and cash flow — all structured around how you run your business.
Landscapers & Lawn Care
Whether you’re solo or managing a crew, we’ll help you manage income, gear costs and plan for growth.
Roofers & Concreters
Tight margins and seasonal work? We help you stay in control of finances and plan for slow periods.
FAQ for
Trades & Construction
What’s the best structure for my trade business?
Most tradies start as sole traders because it’s simple. But as income increases or you hire staff, moving to a company or trust can offer better tax outcomes and protect your personal assets. We assess your revenue, risk, licensing, and goals before recommending a structure that won’t need undoing later.
How do I keep track of job costs and income?
We implement trade-friendly bookkeeping systems that match how you quote and invoice. You’ll be able to track materials, subcontractor payments, tools, and equipment costs — all in one place.
Can you help with subcontractor compliance?
Yes. We help you correctly classify and manage subcontractors, handle their ABNs and super, and stay compliant with ATO rules. This helps you avoid penalties and manage your workforce more efficiently.
My business is growing. When should I think about restructuring?
If you’re expanding, taking on bigger jobs, or working across multiple sites, your structure may be holding you back. We review your current setup, forecast future needs, and restructure to support your growth and compliance needs.