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Expert Tax & Advisory Services for Freelancers Across the Gold Coast and Beyond

More and more Aussies are trading the 9-to-5 for the freedom of freelance – and honestly, who can blame them? Whether you’re a creative, a consultant, or a digital nomad, freelancing comes with loads of perks: flexibility, autonomy, and the ability to choose the work that lights you up.

But let’s be real – freelance tax in Australia isn’t exactly a walk in the park. From sorting out your ABN to figuring out GST and claiming the right deductions, managing your finances as a freelancer can get complicated fast.

That’s where Lemonade Beach steps in. We’re not just freelancer accountants, we’re your behind-the-scenes support team, here to simplify the numbers so you can get back to doing what you do best.

We’ve also pulled together our Freelancer’s Guide to Tax in Australia to get you started on the right foot. 

Ready to chat? Great! We encourage you to book a free New Enquiry call so we can get to know each other a little better.

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What Is Freelancing, Anyway?

In Australia, freelancers are typically classed as self-employed individuals who work on a per-project basis and don’t receive employee benefits like paid leave or supplied tools. Whether you’re juggling clients, switching between gigs, or scaling up your personal brand, you’re running a business – and that means tax obligations.

It might feel overwhelming at first, but with the right accountant in your corner, it doesn’t have to be.

Freelancer Tax & Accounting Services

We support Creatives, Consultants, and Self-Starters with:

  • Individual Tax Returns
  • Business Activity Statement (BAS) Preparation & Lodgment
  • Tailored Tax Advice for Freelancers
  • Business Structuring & Expansion Planning
  • GST Registration and Reporting Guidance
  • Cloud Accounting Setup (e.g., Xero)

Whether you’re just starting out or you’ve been freelancing for years, we help you understand your tax obligations, maximise your deductions, and avoid any nasty surprises from the ATO.

Keen to hear a bit more about our services? Hop on a 15 Minute New Enquiry Call and let’s get the ball rolling.

Real Support for Real Freelancers

From Coolangatta to Cairns, and Everywhere in Between

We’re a boutique accounting firm based in sunny Coolangatta on the Gold Coast, with a not-so-secret soft spot for freelancers. We love working with creative and self-driven individuals – from copywriters, designers, and photographers, to bloggers, marketers, and consultants.

Whether you’re freelancing full-time, side-hustling, or turning your passion into a business, we’re here to make the numbers part feel less scary, and way more manageable.

Because we’re a cloud-based accounting firm, we can support you no matter where you’re based. Whether you’re working from a beachside café in Byron or a co-working space in Brisbane, we’ve got you covered!

Why Freelancers Love Working With Lemonade Beach

🎯 Tailored Advice
We understand how unpredictable freelance income can be. That’s why we help you smooth out the bumps and plan for what’s next.

📈 Flexible, Growth-Focused Services
From staying compliant to scaling up, we tailor our services to match your goals – big or small.

🌐 Fully Cloud-Based
Access your financial data, reports, and support from wherever you are. We make it easy to stay on top of your finances remotely.

💬 We Speak Your Language
No corporate jargon, just real conversations and honest advice.

How We Help Freelancers Thrive

Reclaim Your Time

Let us handle the numbers while you focus on client work and creative projects.

Stay Accurate

Clean books mean smarter, faster decisions.

Ditch the Stress

Tax time doesn’t have to be terrifying, we’ve got it covered.

Plan for Growth

Thinking of scaling up or launching a bigger venture? We’ll help you map it out.

Keep Your Balance

Better systems = less chaos, more time for life outside of work.

Let’s Chat!

Ready to feel confident about your freelance finances? We’d love to hear more about what you do and how we can help.

Call Us

07 3473 1990

Email Us

[email protected]

Book an Appointment

Visit our Appointments page or click the links below to book a no-obligation new client enquiry call where we’ll discuss your needs and how we can help you moving forward.

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Client Testimonials

Don’t just take our word for it. Check out what our clients have to say about us!

Client testimonials for Lemonade Beach Accounting