Gordon Q.C Du
& Associates
Business Solutions
since 2003
Running a transport or logistics business means managing costs that move as fast as your fleet. Fuel, maintenance, driver wages, subcontractor payments, vehicle financing - the variables are constant and the margins are tight.
At Gordon Du & Associates, we provide accounting and bookkeeping support built around the operational rhythm of logistics businesses, so you always know where your money is going and how your business is performing.
Our Transport & Logistics Accounting Services
1. Fleet & Vehicle Cost Tracking
We track running costs by vehicle - fuel, registration, insurance, maintenance and repairs - giving you a clear picture of which assets are earning their keep and which are dragging on your bottom line.
2. Subcontractor & Owner-Driver Compliance
Engaging subcontractors or owner-drivers comes with specific tax and super obligations. We manage your payments, ensure correct ABN and withholding treatment, and keep your records clean in case of an ATO review.
3. BAS & GST Lodgement
We handle your quarterly BAS, manage input tax credits on fuel and vehicle expenses, and ensure your GST reporting is accurate and lodged on time every time.
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4. Payroll & Driver Entitlements
From hourly drivers to salaried operations staff, we process payroll in line with the relevant award rates, manage STP reporting, and ensure superannuation is lodged correctly and on schedule.
5. Cash Flow & Job Costing
Late-paying clients and upfront fuel and maintenance costs can create serious cash flow gaps. We build forecasting tools and job costing reports that help you understand the true profitability of each run, route, or contract and plan your finances around them.
6. Business Structure & Asset Protection
As your fleet grows, the right legal and tax structure becomes critical. We advise on company, trust, or sole trader arrangements that protect your vehicles and equipment while minimising your tax exposure.
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What this looks like in practice
A transport operator we work with running a small fleet of delivery vehicles across the Perth metro area - had no clear visibility into which jobs were actually profitable after fuel and driver costs. Their bookkeeping was months behind and BAS lodgements had become stressful guesswork. After coming on board, we brought their records up to date, set up job costing so they could see profitability by run, and built a simple cash flow tracker that gave them confidence to take on a new contract without worrying about whether the cash would hold up.
Ready to take control of your transport accounting?
We understand the operational pressures that come with running vehicles and managing drivers. Let us handle the numbers so you can focus on keeping your business moving.
Contact Gordon Du & Associates today for a free consultation.
Related Services & Insights
To ensure your business remains compliant and profitable, you may also find our other services helpful:
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Accounting & Tax Advisory: Strategic planning for tax efficiency, business structuring, and long-term asset protection.
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Bookkeeping: Automated, real-time tracking of your financial records and operational costs.
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Payroll Management: Streamlined payroll processing and full award compliance for your team.