Bookkeeping Northern Rivers

  • Clear, practical financial information
  • Support across personal & business
  • Services tailored to your circumstances

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Accurate, Time Saving Results

Are you looking for a reliable bookkeeper in the Northern Rivers? Rochdale Accounting & Advisory offers structured, efficient, and tailored bookkeeping services to support your financial management needs.


We understand how time-consuming and complex bookkeeping can be—especially for small business owners managing day-to-day operations. Our team helps simplify this process by implementing systems to manage payroll, BAS, bank reconciliations, and other essential financial tasks.


In addition to bookkeeping, we provide Xero setup, business and individual tax services, and strategic planning support to help you manage every aspect of your finances. These services are designed to work together to ensure consistency and clarity across your entire financial landscape.


If you’re seeking practical and consistent bookkeeping support in the Northern Rivers, contact Rochdale Accounting & Advisory to schedule a consultation. Call 02 6626 6200 to speak with our team.

Our Bookkeeping Packages

We provide monthly bookkeeping packages that are tailored to your business needs. To improve efficiency, our team works with Xero accounting software—enabling accurate reporting and clear presentation of financial data to support informed business decisions.


Depending on your requirements, our monthly bookkeeping packages can include:


  • Bank reconciliations
  • Invoice standardisation, preparation & processing
  • Debtors management
  • Payables management
  • Management report preparation (monthly & quarterly)


Our bookkeepers aim to streamline your financial processes and deliver a clear breakdown of payment details, tax calculations, and reports. A simple, standardised system can help identify inefficiencies and highlight areas for improvement.


Get in touch with us today to discover more about our bookkeeping packages.

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Dedicated Payroll Process

Managing payroll can be time-consuming and complex. If you're looking to simplify your payroll processes and meet ongoing compliance requirements, we can assist. Our payroll support includes system setup to help automate payments and ensure obligations are met accurately and on time.


Our payroll services include:


  • Staff payroll processing
  • Superannuation contribution payment processing
  • Employee onboarding or termination processing
  • Workers’ compensation actual & estimate declarations
  • Payroll tax reporting & employee PAYG summaries


If you’d like to learn more about how we can support your payroll administration, contact us today for further information.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Why should I hire a bookkeeper?

    There are several reasons why working with a bookkeeper can benefit your business. A bookkeeper can help reduce the risk of financial or payroll errors, free up time for core business activities, and provide scalable, cost-effective support. They can also implement structured systems to help you assess financial transactions, monitor cash flow, and prepare for audits more efficiently. Many businesses also find that having a dedicated bookkeeper improves their ability to meet tax obligations accurately and on time.


    While bookkeeping doesn't eliminate financial risks, it can offer meaningful support to those looking to manage their obligations more effectively.

  • Do I need to have my books in order before handing them over to a bookkeeper?

    In short, no. Most bookkeepers understand that businesses are often too busy to keep perfectly organised records. They are experienced in working with a range of documentation and can help establish a clear and usable system. While results may vary, professional support can ease administrative pressure and contribute to more consistent financial tracking over time.

  • What is the difference between bookkeeping & accounting?

    Bookkeeping involves the day-to-day recording of financial transactions, such as sales, purchases, receipts, and payments. It ensures your financial records are accurate, organised, and up to date. Accounting, on the other hand, uses this recorded data to produce reports, analyse performance, and support financial decision-making. While both are essential, bookkeeping provides the foundation that accounting builds on. Many businesses engage both services to ensure they meet reporting and compliance requirements while maintaining a clear financial overview.