Company Secretary


Company legislation requires businesses to perform several administration tasks that take up a lot of valuable company time. The last thing you need as a business owner is to be stressed out trying to ensure you comply with the Corporations Law. The possible threat of penalties for failing to keep up with the changing rules is too great a risk to take.


At  we can relieve this burden for you. Our services include:


  • General advice on company and director obligations
  • Company formations
  • Filing annual returns on your behalf
  • Preparing all documentation related to minutes and resolutions
  • Maintaining statutory books
  • Assistance with changes of directors, shareholders, addresses, and office details
  • Share issues and transfers
  • Registered office facility
  • DPN Assistance


Please contact us for further information on how we can help you get back to running your business.

Construction Industry Accounting


At   we understand the unique financial needs of the construction industry.  from Project maintenance and management through to specific accounting methods to recognise work in progress. Allow us to assist you with the needs of your business.

Our services include:

  • Project accounting
  • Software assistance
  • Accounting method advice and implementation - Cash v Accrual
  • Expense and job tracking
  • Property Development - see investment

Investment


Investing can take many forms, each with its own tax implications. At Argent Tax & Advisory, we stay up-to-date with the latest information to help you understand your investment goals and outcomes. Whether you're looking to invest in the stock market, the property market, or simply set up a high-interest earning bank account for a rainy day, we are here to assist you every step of the way. Our areas of expertise include:


Property Development

We are here to support you in achieving your property development goals. From subdivision to final sale, there are many areas where you can benefit from our tailored advice.

  • Tax planning and minimisation strategies
  • Capital gains advice and projections
  • Margin scheme calculations
  • Entity structuring
  • Cashflow management


Managed Fund / Portfolio Investment

Allow us to review your managed fund or share portfolio to help you get the best performance from your investment. We can generate growth projections, calculate ROI, capital gains, and overall tax positions associated with your investment.


Regularly assessing your portfolio's performance can help you: Track your progress toward financial goals, manage risk by identifying underperforming assets, and make informed investment decisions.


Net Wealth Review

It's just as important to review your wealth position as it is to invest wisely. At Argent Tax & Advisory, we can help you assess your current financial position, identify net assets and the return they are generating, provide projections and forecasts for your future finances, and assist you in achieving financial freedom!

Lifestyle


Whether your goal is to purchase that idyllic holiday home on the coast or that Ferrari you always wanted, no dream is too big. Let us help you manage your wealth to enable you to live the life you deserve.

Advice on how best to draw funds from;

  • Your Business;
  • Effective tax structures
  • Dividend management and profit distribution
  • Director salary advice
  • Business loan leveraging with Division 7A
  • Your Investments;
  • Net wealth position, growth management and diversification
  • Your Superannuation;
  • Self-Managed Superannuation tax strategies
  • Retirement advice, what do you really need to have in the bank to live comfortably?

Medical & Allied Health Services


The Medical industry is nuanced in tax law and regulatory specificities. Industry knowledge is paramount for your accountant to provide you with the best possible service and advice that you need to achieve your business goals.  Whether your business is the provision of allied health services or the overarching Practice, allow Argent Tax & Advisory to assist you.


  • Payroll tax advice
  • General compliance services
  • Service entity establishment
  • Structuring advice
  • Allocation of profits guidance (PSI)


Contact us today for a free, no-obligation consult!

Primary Production Accounting


Primary production (PP) industries involve multiple financial and business specificities. The taxation rules surrounding these industries are no different.  At  we keep abreast of developments in the industry, ensuring we are uniquely placed to provide up-to-date, timely, and accurate advice. 

Our knowledge and services include:

  • Understanding of PP averaging and issues surrounding
  • FMD advice and assistance
  • Small business capital gains tax concession advice
  • Fuel tax credit application, calculation, and advice
  • Farming grants and Government support
  • Seasonal tax planning
  • Cashflow advice and management

Ownership structures and succession planning

Industry knowledge:

  • Livestock Farming
  • Crop Farming
  • Commercial Fishing
  • Share Farming Arrangements

Rental Property


At  we have the expertise required to assist you in a variety of areas relating to residential and commercial property.

The services we offer include:

  • Advice on purchasing a property
  • Reviews of lease agreements
  • Financial reporting for lending purposes
  • Advice on funding
  • Negative gearing advice
  • Guidance in tax minimisation and capital gains tax advice
  • Advice on ownership structure
  • Periodic ROI and yield reviews to ensure returns are maximised
  • Expense tracking
  • Land tax calculations
  • NRAS property advice

The importance of forecasts in making a residential investment cannot be emphasised enough. We can provide you with forecasts for:

  • Revenue returns
  • Financial position
  • Potential growth

Contact us today for more information on how we can assist you in the business of rental properties!

Self-managed Superannuation Funds


There are several trust laws and legislative requirements for setting up a self-managed superannuation fund (SMSF). Typically you need to:


  • Obtain a trust deed
  • Appoint trustees
  • Sign a trustee declaration (NAT 71089)
  • Elect to become a regulated fund
  • Obtain a tax file number (TFN)
  • Obtain an Australian business number (ABN)


At  we provide the professional advice you need to set up your own fund and provide ongoing compliance and tax strategy services. 


Succession Planning


To ensure the long-term success of your business, it is critical to establish a well-designed succession plan. Coordinating the transition of your business to your successors can be an arduous process. However, with our years of experience we can address the complex issues of business continuation, removing the stress from your shoulders.


Contact us for more information on forming a plan that facilitates a hassle-free continuation of your business!

Trusts


A trust provides a valuable way to protect the assets you have accumulated for the benefit of others. Our extensive experience with trusts enables us to offer specialist advice on trust formation and ensures all statutory requirements are met. Obligations for trustees can often be onerous, and our assistance in trust administration can prove invaluable. We can assist with:


  • Preparing and executing the vital documentation required for trust formation
  • Attending to the special requirements involved in reporting for trusts
  • Completing the trust administration:
  • Minute-keeping service
  • Annual accounts
  • Taxation
  • Asset management
  • Investment monitoring
  • Income distribution


Contact us today to ensure your trust is formed and administered as effectively as possible, covering all legal requirements and guaranteed to fulfill its purpose!