Voltage Accounting Pty Ltd

We are a small but very different accounting and business advisory firm based in Toowong in the inner western suburbs of Brisbane. While we offer business owners the usual compliance services like  bookkeeping and Income Tax Return Preparation, it is our services beyond compliance that really distinguishes us from other accounting firms. These services will help you create a more profitable, valuable and saleable business.

Voltage Accounting is now offering services in Canberra ….

Dermot Walsh joined our firm in 2015 and is the Principal of the Canberra Office. Dermot has in excess of 20 years financial and business management experience and is available to support business owners in Canberra create more profitable, valuable and saleable businesses. The Canberra Office is also backed up with a full suite of services and support from our main Office in Brisbane.

As you can tell from our website, we are not your average firm of accountants who just keep the financial score. While most traditional suburban accounting firms view the tax return as the end of the client process, here at Voltage Accounting we see it as the start of the client process. Our mission is to help you cut the cost of compliance, improve your business profitability and build your wealth.

Over the past decade we have developed specialist skills in the areas of business start up-advice, self managed superannuation and negatively geared investment properties. We have mentored dozens of business owners through the various stages of their business life cycle, from start up right through to sale and along the journey we have developed specific knowledge of several industries including carpenters, plumbers, electricians, retailers, cafes and restaurants. We believe our industry knowledge can give your business a competitive edge.

We primarily work with ambitious business owners and recognise that marketing can be the difference between success and failure. For that reason we offer you cost effective marketing strategies around your branding, website, SEO, digital publishing, videos and social media presence.

Most importantly, we understand that business owners like you want more sales, more customers and more profit so we also give you access to one of the world’s most successful marketing programs, the ‘Business Growth System’. It contains more than 80 breakthrough marketing strategies supported by videos, templates, checklists and 2,500 pages of instructions. Access to this ‘vault’ of resources would normally cost you $500 per month, however, as a client of the firm you get unlimited FREE access. In addition, you also get access to the ‘Grow Your Business in 5 Days’ video training course that could have a massive impact on your future business growth. That’s over $7,000 of valuable marketing tools you receive when you come on board as a client with us.

If you’re a committed and ambitious business owner looking to accelerate your business success we invite you to book a FREE, one hour introductory consultation to discuss your business needs. You’ll get practical business, tax, marketing and financial advice designed to help you build your business and grow your wealth. Simply call us today on (07) 3371 5544 or complete your details in the box at the top right hand side of this page.

Staff Profiles

Our People

Our team is dedicated to providing you and your business with personalised professional services. All our team members are committed to ongoing professional development so you enjoy the best technical tax and accounting advice available. Below are the profiles on our team members.

IAN PRESCOTT
Principal – B Bus (Acc/Fin), FIPA, FIFA, ATI
Registered Tax Agent, NTAA

Ian Prescott is the Principal of Voltage Accounting and is a qualified accountant and registered Tax Agent who has been working in the Accounting profession since 1996.

In late 2005 he established his own accounting firm under the banner of  Abacus Associates and operated from his home office until 2013 when he moved into his own office which is where he is today.  The practice then rebranded to Voltage Accounting in 2014 and continues to grow through hard work, ethical practices and his passion for small business.

He has extensive experience in all areas of accounting, with expertise in taxation advice and tax planning. He also specialises in business structuring and development and general management advice. Ian believes growing your wealth is part of the client brief and as a consequence he helps clients implement tax effective strategies including negative gearing and self managed superannuation.

Ian loves technology and has been heavily involved in the development of our website. He says, “As an accounting firm we need to leverage off technology and we also need to walk the talk. Our website was redesigned to highlight our technical skills and to show clients we can also help them build their website and assist them with their marketing. We believe it is a major point of difference to other accounting firms.”

Ian believes the firm has a committment to helping clients minimize their compliance costs and it all starts with the right accounting software. According to Ian, “Given our diverse range of clients it’s no surprise that we support a range of accounting software programs but we lean towards cloud based solutions like Xero because they provide a range of benefits and drive efficiency in our office”.

In the digital age marketing is critically important and Ian enjoys getting his ‘hands dirty’ helping clients with their website, SEO, digital publishing and social media strategies. As Ian says, “It’s high impact advice and our services beyond compliance really distinguish us from the pack”. This is the origin of the firm’s logo where his mission is to power up your business.

Professional Qualifications and Memberships

• Bachelor of Business (Accounting & Finance)
• Registered Tax Agent
• Member of the NTAA
• Fellow of the Institute of Public Accountants (FIPA)
• Fellow of Institute of Financial Accountants
• Member of The Australian Taxation Institute

Ian also holds two other Directorships – DFM Recruitment Group Pty Ltd and Voltage Finance Pty Ltd and outside the office his passion is cricket.

Until recently, he served as treasurer of the Kenmore Cricket Club Incorporated for over five years and Metropolitan South West District Cricket Inc for two years.

Ian’s door is always open to new clients and you can contact him at the office on (07) 3371 5544 or his mobile 0417 278 642 or via email ian@voltageaccounting.com.au

PAUL STOCKWELL
CPA, B Bus(Accounting)

Paul joined us in January 2014 and brings with him in excess of 25 years experience. During this time he has acquired a vast amount of knowledge and management experience in a wide range of industries and aspects of accounting such as financial reporting, management accounting as well as finance team leadership and development.

Paul is an integral part of our team and welcomes all enquiries.

Paul can be contacted on (07) 3371 5544 or via email at paul@voltageaccounting.com.au

OONA PRESCOTT

Oona joined our team in 2010 as Office manager and oversees the smooth operation of the practice. Oona ran her own business for over twenty years and brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the Voltage Accounting table.

Her role includes reception duties plus she also controls the mail, lodgements and handles all Tax Office correspondence. She is our liasion officer with the ATO.

Outside the office, Oona is the proud mother of two and enjoys focussing her spare time on the development and wellbeing of her family. Highly personable and attentive, she enjoys nothing more than assisting the team achieve both their business and personal goals.

Oona can be contacted on (07) 3371 5544 or via email at oona@voltageaccounting.com.au

MANISH TIDKE
B Comm

We welcomed Manish to Voltage Accounting in December 2011. With 4 years previous Bookkeeping experience and under the guidance of our Principle, Ian Prescott, he has become a highly proficient staff member.

Manish is a XERO  certified advisor and is one of the keys to assisting our clients with their Bookkeeping and day to day tasks required to manage their business. In addition to
XERO Manish is also highly qualified with MYOB and SAASU.

In addition to Bookkeeping, Manish also plays a part in the preparation of BAS / IAS’s,  Individual Income Tax Returns as well as Company financials & Tax returns.

Another major asset Manish has is his ability to speak Hindi and Marathi.  This has enabled Voltage Accounting to take on numerous restaurants who primarily communicate using that language.

Always accommodating, Manish welcomes your enquiries.

Manish can be contacted on (07) 3371 5544 or via email at manish@voltageaccounting.com.au

FRAZER MARTIN  
Mortgage Broker / Financial Consultant

AFB,FBAA
Authorised Representative – No 476476

Frazer joined Voltage Accounting in June 2013 and is Director of our sister company Voltage Finance Pty Ltd. Frazer is a qualified mortgage broker and financial consultant and is available to all our clients seeking advice on either personal or commercial lending.

In addition to Voltage Finance, Frazer is our BDM for New SME clients and brings a wealth of commercial expertise to Voltage. He shares in Ian’s work ethic of putting the client first! Frazer is always open to sharing fresh ideas with both current and potential clients.

Frazer can be contacted on (07) 3371 5544 or 0422 230 468 or via email at frazer@voltageaccounting.com.au

DERMOT WALSH
Senior Accountant

FCPA, B. Com (Accounting)

Dermot joined Voltage Accounting in July 2015 establishing our Canberra Office. Dermot is available to provide financial management, business planning, business strategy and risk management advisory services.

Dermot brings with him in excess of 20 years financial, business management and leadership experience.  Dermot has held Chief Financial Officer positions in a range of commercial and public sector organisations in a range of industries, including land development, capital works and infrastructure delivery, general and workers’ compensation insurance and delivery of community services and facilities.

Dermot has particular skills in business strategy, business planning, financial management frameworks, risk management and also expertise in the application of GST in the land development and the insurance industries.

Professional Qualifications and Memberships

• Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting)
• Fellow Member of CPA Australia

Dermot can be contacted on 0422 005 686 or via email at  dermot@voltageaccounting.com.au

SHANE HATCH
Senior Financial Planner

CFP®, BE(Hons), Grad Dip FP, C.Dec
Authorised Representative – No. 238910

Voltage Accounting are proud to offer the independant services of Shane Hatch, Senior Financial Planner, to all our clients. Shane formed an alliance with Voltage Accounting in 2014 and since then has made himself readily available to assist clients after these services.  Shane spends most Fridays in at Voltage Accounting.

Originally a Mining Engineer, Shane undertook extensive study and became a Financial Planner in 2000.

Shane is the principal Planner and owner of Hatch Financial Planning (CBD – Creek St) Shane holds a Graduate Diploma in Financial Planning and has been awarded the coveted title of Certified Financial PlannerTM by the Financial Planning Association.

Shane’s training and experience have led him to develop strengths in engineering structured strategic advice on financial matters relating to retirement planning, estate planning, life insurance planning, investment risk management, gearing and wealth creation strategies.

Contact Shane today   Shane Hatch  CFP®, BE(Hons), Grad Dip FP, C.Dec
Senior Financial Planner

P 07 3229 9662
F 07 3229 8662
E shane.hatch@hatchfinplan.com.au

Voltage Accounting Pty Ltd in Toowong, Brisbane, QLD is listed under Accountants with expertise in Personal Income Tax Returns, Estate Planning, Accounting.

Other services by Voltage Accounting Pty Ltd are Wealth Management, GST / BAS Returns, Tax Audits & Investigations, Bookkeeping, Tax Planning.

Call Voltage Accounting Pty Ltd to make your next appointment.

Services

Accounting Taxation & GST
Benchmarking
Bookkeeping
Business Coaching
Business Insurances
Business Planning
Business Structures
Buying A Business
Cloud Accounting
Financial Planning
Individual Tax Returns
Loans & Mortgages
Management Consulting
Marketing
Primary Production & Farmers
Succession Planning
Tax Audit Insurance
Tax Planning
Vehicle & Equipment Finance

Testimonials

“We approached Voltage Accounting (previously known as Abacus Associates Pty Ltd), four years ago because we wanted an accountant who didn’t just do our figures but would support the growth of the institute and help manage our tax.  The result has seen our company have significant growth, expanding to new premises and the confidence to take on new projects.

As we have grown, we have learnt that the Income Tax Return is just the compliance part of running and operating a  Business. It is more important to get this compliance work done sooner in the new Financial Year so that we can monitor the performance of the Company via the preparation of regular, up to date, Financial Statements prepared by Ian and his team on a regular basis, knowing these figures are accurate. This in turn gives us a real time indication on how the business is performing and eliminates the possibility of receiving prior year Income Tax Returns, late in the following Financial Year. when it is then too late to do anything other than lodge those returns. Having this issue addressed now also ensures we can address any other issues before they escalate.

One thing we have been very impressed by is how they answer any question, big or small, promptly and without judgement.  Nothing ever seems to be a bother.  They will also explain everything in layman terms and will help us to come up with relevant solutions.

I have found the experience of using their services a great solution to our accounting needs. Ian and his team have become an integral part of our business.  They have a genuine interest in the well-being of our company and it is a support to know we can call on them whenever there is a need.

I recommend Voltage Accounting to people who need exceptional accounting services and a business partner who has a real desire in helping their clients to grow their businesses.”

“Ian Prescott and his team at Voltage Accounting have been looking after our tax returns and related matters since 2011. This has included personal tax returns, FBT returns, company tax returns, GST returns and activity statements for two companies as well as the establishment of a self-managed superannuation fund and the associated compliance assurance and tax returns. The work has consistently been of a very high standard and Ian has been professional, knowledgeable, approachable, responsive and always willing to put in the extra effort to ensure successful outcomes.

I highly recommend Voltage Accounting and intend to continue making use of their excellent services for many years to come.”
“We have been working with Voltage Accounting Pty Ltd (Formerly Abacus Associates Pty Ltd) since June 6th 2011.

Our previous accountant had not been meeting our requirements and after our initial meeting with Ian we had no hesitation in handing over our accounts to him.

We have been continuously impressed with the service, quality, ethics and communications; Ian and his team were handed a business with no account methodology, conflicting information & a series of reversal transactions that made no sense to anybody.

With an absolute minimum of fuss, we’ve joined the 21st century and now have our records in order and are beginning to understand some of the smarter methods of doing business. Primarily this must be attributed to Ian’s excellent communication skills and easy manner; in our experience not easily found nor readily available.

Our most recent rushed demands for P&L’s has further impressed upon us the professionalism and service that we’ve found with Voltage Accounting Pty Ltd / Abacus Accountants.”

“I Spoke to Ian Prescott prior to starting my business originally operating as a Sole Trader. He helped in getting the accounting system off the ground and I was on the front foot from day one. Ian and his team provided invaluable support and knowledge in recommending the use of MYOB and the most suitable version to allow growth to be easy. When meeting with Ian for the first time he made me feel at ease and answered all of my questions. It really was too easy, Ian organised everything for me and I just had to focus on the day to day business knowing that all my accounting needs were taken care of.

During the time I have been with Ian and his team, I have been taught a lot and really have grown as a business. Ian helped when we grew and assisted with transforming from a sole trader to now operating as a company acting as a corporate trustee for a trust. We were advised on the pros and cons of this set up and when we decided to go ahead Ian did all the paperwork.

This new set up has benefited us two fold.  I have the confidence that our tax liabilities have been reduced as best as possible and we also now have quarterly management accounts prepared so that tax liabilities can be limited in real time instead of waiting for financial years returns to be completed which could leave it too late to act.

Everything is always well organised and when something needs to happen, Ian and his team are quick to get onto it and sort these things out for us. We have definitely improved our processes and are more aware of what our responsibilities are with regards to tax and all money related issues.

I would definitely recommend Voltage Accounting for anyone looking for an accounting firm that just doesn’t look after your accounts; they look after you as a person and as a business. “