Sunshine Coast and Brisbane Accountants - Clarke McEwan Accountants and Business Advisorrs
  Brisbane Office   Sunshine Coast Office
Sunshine Coast and Brisbane Accountants - Clarke McEwan Accountants and Business Advisorrs
  Brisbane Office   Sunshine Coast Office

Expert Accounting and Bookkeeping Services for Family Businesses

Clarke McEwan Accountants

Expert Accounting and Bookkeeping for Family Businesses


Clarke McEwan has dedicated significant resources to delivering superior service in this highly specialised area. A practical understanding of the issues unique to family businesses has allowed us to develop strong relationships with some of the Sunshine Coast's and Brisbane's most prominent business families. From small individual family businesses to large multi-generational high net worth businesses, we provide practical commercial experience, strategic plans and innovative business advice.


Our Services to Family Business Owners include:


  • Accounting and Taxation
  • Business structures - Setup and ongoing management
  • Wealth Creation Services
  • Self Managed Super Fund Accounting and Administration
  • Taxation Planning
  • Attendance at Family Board Meetings
  • Bookkeeping and Payroll Services
  • Cloud based Accounting systems
  • Estate planning and advice


With our offices located in both the Sunshine Coast and in Brisbane we are your one stop servicer provider for family business. Contact either of our offices today for a no obligation, no cost initial discussion with our Principal to discuss your circumstances and how we may be able to assist.


2024–25 Federal Budget Highlights

2024–25 Federal Budget Highlights

By Clarke McEwan • 15 May, 2024
The Federal Treasurer, Dr Jim Chalmers, handed down the 2024–25 Federal Budget at 7:30 pm (AEST) on 14 May 2024. Described as a “responsible Budget that helps people under pressure today”, the Treasurer has forecast a second consecutive surplus of $9.3 billion. The main priorities of the government, as reflected in the Budget, are helping with the cost of living, building more housing, investing in skills and education,strengthening Medicare and responsible economic management to help fight inflation.
Company money crackdown

Company money crackdown

By Clarke McEwan • 15 May, 2024
The ATO is cracking down on business owners who take money or use company resources for themselves.
Accessing money in your SMSF

Accessing money in your SMSF

By Clarke McEwan • 15 May, 2024
The ATO has made a call to professional accountants to help identify and manage illegal early access to superannuation by members of self-managed superannuation funds (SMSFs). In general, access to your super is only possible if: You retire and turn 60; or You turn 65 (regardless of whether you’re working).
Should you be the ‘bank of Mum & Dad’?

Should you be the ‘bank of Mum & Dad’?

By Clarke McEwan • 15 May, 2024
So, should you help your children buy a home? If they can, many parents would prefer to assist their children when they need it most, rather than benefiting from an inheritance later in life. However, it’s essential that any support does not risk your financial security, and that means looking at what support you can afford to provide.
Do your kids really want to take over your business?

Do your kids really want to take over your business?

By Clarke McEwan • 15 May, 2024
Generational succession - handing your business across to your kids or family - sounds simple enough but, many families end up in a dispute right at the point when the parents, business, and children are most vulnerable. It’s important that generational succession is managed as closely and diligently as if you were selling your business to a stranger to avoid misunderstandings and disputes.
Your upcoming tax calendar for May and June

Your upcoming tax calendar for May and June

By Clarke McEwan • 06 May, 2024
As we move into the business end of tax planning for 2024, here is a list of key tax dates for May and June 2024. Be aware of your upcoming tax obligations here.
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