• Farm Succession | Let's start the conversation

    Farm Succession | Let's start the conversation

    Byfields are uniquely placed to assist growers navigating through their succession plans. Visit our Dear Hope Succession Planning page.

  • Byfields Webinars

    Byfields Webinars

    Watch recording "Buying or Selling a Business- What to Consider" 

    Presented by Byfields Director Gordon Richards

    -Structuring

    -Tax Considerations

    -Buying/ Selling Shares vs Assets

    -Preparing a Business for Sale

    -Negotiating the Sale/ Purchase

    -Due Diligence Process

    Scan the QR code to watch the recording now!

  • Podcasts | Farms Advice | Tune In

    Podcasts | Farms Advice | Tune In

    Byfields features monthly in the Farms Advice podcast, hosted by Jack Cresswell. 

    Topics ranging from “Instant Asset Write Off” to “Beyond The Tax Return”. Tune in on Spotify, Google, Apple.

  • Proactive Tax Planning from Accounting Industry Specialists

    Proactive Tax Planning from Accounting Industry Specialists

    Byfields offers accounting and taxation services to business of all industries with trained accounting specialists in every area, with offices across the entire of WA.

Industry Specialists Across WA

With over 60 accountants who have been specialising in agribusiness and farming accounting as well as commercial business since the 1950's. We’ve got the locals to help you.

Find My Nearest Office

Explore The Byfields Resource Centre

  • How to use & access Byfields Secure Client Portal
    Last updated 06 Apr 2023
    Australian Business Register (ABR)
    Last updated 29 Oct 2020
    ABN Lookup
    Last updated 29 Oct 2020
    ATO Key Lodgement and Payment Due dates
    Last updated 29 Oct 2020
    ATO Fuel Tax Credit Rates
    Last updated 29 Oct 2020
    ATO Individual Income Tax Rates
    Last updated 29 Oct 2020
    Australian Securities & Investments Commission (ASIC)
    Last updated 29 Oct 2020
    Department of Finance
    Last updated 29 Oct 2020
    ATO List of Calculators
    Last updated 29 Oct 2020
    ATO Tax Withholding for Individuals Calculator
    Last updated 29 Oct 2020
    Department of Finance > Calculate your Transfer Duty (Stamp Duty)
    Last updated 29 Oct 2020
    Department of Finance > Calculate your Payroll Tax Liability
    Last updated 29 Oct 2020
    How to invite a Business Advisor to Your Xero | Digit
    Last updated 06 Apr 2022
    Tax Time Toolkit | Small Business
    Last updated 06 Apr 2022
    Tax Time Toolkit | Investors
    Last updated 08 Apr 2022
    Tax Time Toolkit | Small Business Motor Vehicle
    Last updated 08 Apr 2022
  • Why should I choose Byfields Business Advisers?

    Byfields are a long established WA owned accounting firm who genuinely care for our clients and can provide specialist knowledge across our industry specialisations. We also have a vast network of professional alliances to help us assist you in all business and personal matters.

    Where are Byfields Business Advisers located and who is best to contact?

    Byfields is a WA owned firm located Belmont, Northam, Merredin, Narrogin, Wagin, York, Beverley and Esperance. We have a separate SMSF and Bookkeeping division in the Belmont office.

    When is the best time for farm tax planning?

    We recommend you speak to us about preparing a tax estimate before seeding each year.

    When is the best time for business tax planning?

    We recommend you speak to us between April and June each year.

    What technical advice can accountants provide?

    Technical advice can differ from personal, business and agribusiness entities. Similarities can include long term strategic planning (tax, estate, succession etc.) and entity restructuring. It is best to contact your accountant to discuss in detail.

    What is the best accounting software for my business?

    Depending on the size and needs of your business, our accountants can assist with software selection and conversion if required. Byfields recommend and are partnered with MYOB, Xero and Agrimaster.

    Is it ever too early to seek advice and consider personal budgets, wills, business start-ups.

    It is never too early to seek advice. Our business partners who specialise in financial planning can help you set up personal budgets when you start earning income.

    For business start-ups or acquisitions, you should seek advice before you commence the business. You should have a will as soon as you begin to own assets or have a bank account for example.

    Can I make amendments to my prior year tax returns and financials?

    Yes, but there are time limits to amend prior year tax returns and financials.

    What is the best way to forward my tax records/ documents and computer software back up file?

    You can upload these easily through our Secure Client Portal, this can be accessed via our Website, at the top left hand side of the website. You can upload any number of computer files of any size or type.

    What else can the Byfields Client Portal provide?

    The Client Portal not only allows you to upload your tax documents and computer software files of any size or type, your Client Portal includes the ability to electronically sign documents we send to you, saving you time and money. Once setup, you will be able to securely sign all future documents in seconds.

    Is the Byfields Client Portal safe to upload my documents?

    Yes, the Client Portal is secure. All your information and files remain confidential, encrypted and will be more secure than sharing by email or post.

    Can Byfields provide Financial Planning or loan finance advice?

    No, however we can recommend financial planners that will suit your needs, including our service partner’s at Byfields Wealth Management, they can assist with all your financial planning needs, view their website for their full services, www.byfieldswealth.com.au They are conveniently located in Burswood, along with Byfields Finance Solutions who can assist with all your loan and mortgage needs.

    Do you travel outside of Perth?

    Yes we do travel outside of Perth. We have clients based throughout Western Australia from Broome in the north to Esperance and Albany in the south. We also have six offices located throughout the Wheatbelt region.

    What are the additional services that an accountant can provide?

    An accountant is not limited to only your tax needs, your Byfields accountant is your trusted advisor also. We are available for client needs from business advisory, tax, succession and estate planning, due diligence, business benchmarking, Small Business Capital Gains Tax (CGT Concessions), Family Farm Transfer Duty Exemption, to name a few services.

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At Byfields, we are always on the lookout for
talented individuals to add real value to our range of services.

If you think you have what it takes to work at Byfields, please contact us today.

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