Chartered Accountants & Business Advisors
Clear advice.
Confident decisions.
For thirty years we've helped Melbourne business owners keep more of what they earn, plan with certainty, and sleep a little easier at tax time.
30+
Years in practice
600+
Businesses advised
$0
Surprise bills
4.9★
Client rating
How we help
Everything your numbers need, under one roof.
Tax & compliance
Returns, BAS, and ATO matters handled accurately and on time, every time.
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Cash flow, forecasting and the numbers behind your next big decision.
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Clean, current books so you always know where the business stands.
Learn moreSMSF & wealth
Self-managed super and long-term planning, structured properly.
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The right setup for tax, asset protection and growth, reviewed as you scale.
Learn moreStartups
From ABN to your first hire, the financial foundations done right.
Learn moreOur approach
“Good accounting isn't about the year that's gone. It's about the decisions you're about to make.”
— Margaret Hartwell, Founding Partner
Plain-English advice
No jargon, no lectures. We explain it the way you'd explain your own business.
A partner, not a portal
You deal with the same person who knows your file, not a call centre.
Proactive, not reactive
We flag the opportunities and the risks before they land on your desk.
“We've been with Hartwell & Cole for twelve years. They've saved us more than they've ever charged, and they actually pick up the phone.”
David Nguyen · Director, Meridian Logistics
Let's talk about your numbers.
A free 30-minute consultation, no obligation. Bring your questions.