Accounting That Grows With Your Plant-Based Business
Specialised accounting and tax services for plant-based cafés, restaurants, grocers and products across Australia. We speak your language and understand your values.
We Understand Your Challenges
Time-Starved
Juggling kitchen duties, staff, and paperwork leaves no time for complex accounting
Cash Flow Stress
Seasonal fluctuations and supplier costs make financial planning challenging
Tax Confusion
GST, BAS, and deductions specific to food businesses feel overwhelming
Growth Planning
Scaling from one location to multiple requires strategic financial guidance
Services Tailored for Plant-Based Businesses
Bookkeeping & BAS
Monthly bookkeeping, GST compliance, and BAS lodgement. We handle the numbers so you can focus on creating amazing plant-based food.
- Xero & MYOB integration
- Quarterly BAS preparation
- Expense categorisation
- POS system reconciliation
Tax Planning & Returns
Strategic tax planning to minimize liabilities and maximize deductions specific to food businesses. Lodge with confidence.
- Annual tax return preparation
- Tax optimization strategies
- ATO correspondence handling
- R&D tax incentive claims
Financial Strategy
Growth planning, cash flow forecasting, and profitability analysis. Build a sustainable business that scales.
- Cash flow management
- Expansion planning
- Profit margin optimization
- Menu pricing analysis
Payroll Services
Compliant payroll processing, superannuation, and award interpretation for hospitality staff.
- Weekly/fortnightly payroll
- Super guarantee compliance
- Award rate calculations
- Casual & part-time management
Business Setup
Starting a new vegan venture? We'll help with structure selection, registrations, and initial setup.
- Entity structure advice
- ABN & GST registration
- Accounting system setup
- Food license compliance
Accountant Switching
Seamless transition from your current accountant. We handle all the heavy lifting and paperwork.
- File transfer coordination
- Zero downtime guarantee
- Catch-up bookkeeping
- Historical record review
Plant-Based Business Accounting
From managing inventory waste to navigating supplier relationships and seasonal demand fluctuations.
Plant-Based Cafés & Restaurants
We offer café and restaurant owners help to track food costs accurately, manage high staff turnover accounting, optimise menu pricing for profitability, and navigate GST complexities.
Food Cost Management
Track COGS, manage waste, and maintain healthy gross profit margins (typically 60-70% for cafes)
Hospitality Award Compliance
Navigate complex penalty rates, weekend loadings, and casual vs permanent employee costs
Tip & Surcharge Accounting
Proper treatment of tips, card surcharges, and public holiday surcharges for tax purposes
Multi-Location Expansion
Financial modeling for opening second and third locations, franchise structuring advice
Food Trucks & Mobile Catering
Mobile food businesses face unique challenges: vehicle depreciation, fuel costs, market permit fees, and event-based revenue tracking. We’ve got solutions for every scenario.
Vehicle Asset Management
Maximize depreciation claims, track business vs personal use, optimize instant asset write-off
Event Revenue Tracking
Manage cash vs card sales at markets and festivals, reconcile daily takings efficiently
Operating Cost Analysis
Track fuel, permits, generator costs, and determine profitable events vs unprofitable ones
Seasonal Cash Flow Planning
Manage income fluctuations between peak summer season and quieter winter months
Plant-Based Product Brands
Manufacturing and distributing vegan food products involves inventory management, wholesale vs retail pricing, retailer terms, and potential export opportunities. We help you scale profitably.
Inventory & Stock Management
Track raw materials, work-in-progress, finished goods, and manage stock obsolescence
Wholesale Distribution Accounting
Manage retailer payment terms, trade discounts, and promotional allowances
Export Tax Incentives
GST-free export sales, R&D tax credits for product development, grant applications
Contract Manufacturing
Cost analysis for in-house vs co-packer production, margin optimization strategies
Catering & Events
Event catering requires project-based accounting, deposit management, last-minute guest changes, and equipment investment decisions. We streamline the complexity.
Job Costing Per Event
Track profitability by event, understand which services are most profitable
Deposit & Payment Tracking
Manage client deposits, progress payments, and final settlements properly
Equipment Depreciation
Optimize tax deductions for commercial kitchen equipment, serving ware, and transport vehicles
Staffing Cost Management
Calculate true cost of casual event staff including super, WorkCover, and on-costs
Maximize Your Tax Deductions
Food businesses have unique deduction opportunities. We ensure you claim deductions you’re entitled to.
Food & Ingredients
- All inventory purchases
- Spoilage & waste
- Recipe testing costs
- Supplier delivery fees
Equipment & Fit-out
- Commercial kitchen equipment
- POS systems & software
- Furniture & fit-out
- Instant asset write-off
Premises Costs
- Rent & outgoings
- Utilities (gas, electricity, water)
- Cleaning & pest control
- Insurance premiums
Marketing & Promotion
- Social media advertising
- Photography & content creation
- Website & online ordering
- Loyalty program costs
Vehicle & Transport
- Delivery vehicle expenses
- Fuel & maintenance
- Vehicle depreciation
- Third-party delivery fees
Licenses & Compliance
- Food safety certifications
- Liquor licenses (if applicable)
- Council permits & fees
- Professional memberships
On Average, We Find $8,000-$15,000 in Missed Deductions
Many food business owners overpay tax because their accountant doesn’t understand industry-specific deductions. Let us review your last return for free.
Plant-Based Industry
We’re passionate advocates for the vegan movement who understand the unique challenges of plant-based food businesses.
Plant-Based
We exclusively work with vegan and plant-based food businesses, understanding your market, suppliers, and growth opportunities.
Values-Aligned
We share your commitment to ethical business practices and environmental sustainability.
Fast & Responsive
Quick turnaround times and real-time support when you need it most—no waiting weeks for answers.
Loved By Vegan Business Owners
“Switching to Vegan Accounting was the best decision I made for my café. They understand the seasonal nature of our business and helped me plan cash flow perfectly. Plus, they’re just lovely people!”
“I was drowning in receipts and unreconciled accounts. The team got me organized in weeks and saved us a tonne of stress. They actually care about helping small vegan businesses succeed.”
“From startup to scaling they have been with us every step. Their strategic advice on expansion and planning was invaluable. Highly recommend!”
Meet Your Accounting Partners
We’re a team of certified accountants, bookkeepers, and financial advisors who are passionate about supporting the growth of plant-based businesses across Australia.
Founded in 2018 by lifelong vegans with a vision to provide specialized accounting services to the booming plant-based food industry, we’ve grown to become Australia’s leading vegan business accounting firm.
Our commitment extends beyond numbers—we’re dedicated to helping ethical businesses thrive while maintaining environmental responsibility in everything we do, from paperless operations to supporting vegan charities.
