How much do accountants charge for SMSF?

Most firms will quote you between AU$ 1500-AU$ 2000 per year. That’s the usual SMSF accounting charge, and in many cases, it only covers the basics – financial statements, tax return prep, and audit-ready reporting. If you have a more complex fund, the price can creep up. If you add pension phase, contributions from multiple members, or investment properties, the SMSF accounting rate can easily jump higher.

At Quick SMSF Accountants, we have kept things simple. Our SMSF accounting charges just AU$ 990 per annum. Flat. No hidden costs. No sneaky exclusions. You get full compliance support – your SMSF annual return, financial statements, member statements, and record keeping – all done accurately, on time, and with full ATO-compliance.

Do you also need an actuarial certificate? If your SMSF is in pension phase and has both pension and accumulation balances, you will need an actuarial certificate. Many SMSF accounting firms charge extra for it, but we will charge just the cost of it, which is AU$ 110. No margin, and no commission.

Self-managed super funds (SMSFs) are growing fast across Australia, and there is a good reason for it. They give you more control over how your retirement savings are invested. You can invest your savings in property, shares, and term deposits. It’s your own choice. This is the freedom for which many retired Australians going the SMSF way.

But the problem is that every SMSF comes with a lot of paperwork. You need financial statements, tax returns, regulatory reporting, and annual audit. These are some things you don’t want to do wrongly – it can be very costly. This is why, in many cases, the fee that you spend on an SMSF accountant is not an option, but a necessity or rather, an operating cost.

We know one of the most common questions people ask is & how much does an SMSF accounting charge? The truth is, it shouldn’t be confusing. But in most of the cases, it is. Some SMSF accounting agencies breakdown every small task into separate line items. Others quote low upfront and then tack on extras later.

But we do it differently.

When you work with us, you get a fixed SMSF accounting rate. You always know what you’re paying. You always know what you’re getting. You never get surprise costs half way through the year.

How do we keep it affordable? We focus only on SMSFs. That’s all we do. We have streamlined the entire process using specialized software and structured workflows. No distractions. No wasted time. Just reliable, well-priced service from accountants who understand SMSFs inside out.

If you are managing your own fund – or thinking about starting one – don’t get stuck overpaying for the basics. The right accountant shouldn’t just be accurate, they should also be affordable.

And that’s exactly what we offer at Quick SMSF Accountants.

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