Sole Trader Tax Returns – Local Expertise, Australia-Wide Service
Being a sole trader is one of the simplest ways to run a business in Australia. But when tax time comes around, it can quickly get complicated:
What deductions can you claim?
Do you need to register for GST?
How do you report ABN income alongside wages or other earnings?
At Tax Essentials Bankstown, we make sole trader tax returns easy. Whether you’re a tradie in Sydney, a freelancer in Melbourne, or a rideshare driver in Brisbane, our registered tax agents will ensure your return is accurate, compliant, and maximises your refund.
Common Challenges Sole Traders Face
Mixing personal and business expenses
Keeping receipts and accurate records
Understanding GST, BAS, and PAYG instalments
Claiming all available deductions (home office, car, tools, phone, internet, training, etc.)
Lodging on time to avoid ATO penalties
If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone—thousands of sole traders across Australia face the same problems every year.
Our Solution: Expert Sole Trader Tax Services
We handle everything for you, including:
Preparing and lodging your sole trader tax return
Identifying all legitimate deductions to maximise your refund
GST & BAS lodgements (if registered)
PAYG instalments management
ATO compliance and deadline extensions available through tax agents
Ongoing bookkeeping and advisory support if required
Who We Help (Australia-Wide)
Our services are available in-person in Bankstown, Sydney and online across Australia. We support:
Tradespeople (plumbers, electricians, builders)
Freelancers and contractors (designers, consultants, IT specialists)
Uber, rideshare, and delivery drivers
Sole trader retail & hospitality operators
Online businesses, eCommerce, and startups
No matter where you are—Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, or regional Australia—we can help lodge your return quickly and efficiently.
Save time — no more confusing ATO forms
Save money — we ensure you claim every deduction you’re entitled to
Peace of mind — your return is accurate and compliant
Tax planning — we help you prepare for next year, not just lodge this year’s return
Affordable pricing — professional, upfront, and tax-deductible
Our Process
Consultation – Tell us about your business and income (online or in-person).
Record Review – We go through your expenses, receipts, and bookkeeping.
Tax Return Preparation – We prepare your sole trader return, applying all relevant deductions.
ATO Lodgement – Lodged securely and on time, with extensions if eligible.
Refund or Tax Payable – We explain your result and provide strategies for next year.
Why Choose Tax Essentials?
Based locally in Bankstown, Sydney with clients across all of Australia
Over 15 years’ experience lodging sole trader tax returns
Registered Tax Agents with the Tax Practitioners Board (TPB)
Specialists in small business and sole trader accounting
Flexible support: in-person, phone, or online appointments
Frequently Asked Questions about Soletraders
Q: Do sole traders need to lodge a tax return?
Yes. Even if you earn below the tax-free threshold, you must lodge a tax return if you have ABN income.
Q: Can I claim my car as a deduction?
Yes, if used for business. We’ll help calculate it correctly using logbook or cents-per-km methods.
Q: Do I need to register for GST as a sole trader?
Only if your annual turnover is $75,000 or more. We’ll advise if you should register.
Q: Can you help sole traders outside Sydney?
Yes! We work with sole traders Australia-wide through online tax lodgement and cloud systems.
Don’t let tax time stress you out. Let the experts handle your sole trader tax return.
Fast, affordable, and professional sole trader tax return services—Sydney-based, Australia-wide.
- Phone: (02) 9793 1547
- Email: admin@taxessentials.com.au
- Location: 8 66/72 Rickard Rd, Bankstown NSW 2200