Aust Tax Accountant – Individual Tax Return, GST/BAS & New Biz Setup

I’m seeking an experienced Australian tax accountant to prepare my 2025–2026 individual tax return and assist with accounting setup and ongoing compliance for my new jewellery and e-commerce business. I have a salaried technology/professional services role. The business has establishment and pre-revenue expenses, Australian and overseas supplier purchases, and potential Shopify and international sales. Scope of work: 1. Individual tax return Prepare and lodge my 2025–2026 return, reviewing salary, investments and other applicable income. Identify legitimate work-related deductions. Review business expenses and explain which are immediately deductible, depreciable or treated as capital/start-up costs. Provide an estimated tax position before lodgement. 2. Business and bookkeeping setup Review whether a sole trader, company or other structure is appropriate. Advise whether and when to register for GST. Set up or review Xero, MYOB or QuickBooks, including a suitable chart of accounts. Establish a simple bookkeeping process that separates business and personal transactions. Explain record-keeping requirements for receipts, invoices and supplier payments. 3. GST and BAS Explain GST treatment of Australian sales, imports, overseas supplier invoices, shipping, business expenses and exports. Review eligibility for GST credits and the supporting documentation required. Assist with preparing and lodging BAS statements. 4. Ongoing support Confirm relevant lodgement dates and compliance obligations. Recommend a manageable year-round bookkeeping routine. Be available for occasional questions as the business begins trading. Please outline your relevant experience with small businesses and e-commerce, availability, and separate pricing for initial setup, the individual tax return, BAS preparation and optional ongoing support.