I have been self-employed for many years and have been constantly frustrated with accountants. Books in a Mess has been like a breath of fresh air for my company, the service I have received has been second to none; friendly, efficient and cost-effective.

They have become indispensable that I would not know what to do without them. Thank you to your team for all of your hard work and I look forward to a long and successful working relationship.

John W. - The Entrance

Joy Chapman and her team at Books in a Mess have supported our small business for over five years. During this time Joy and her staff have implemented processes which have made our day-to-day accounting so much easier as well as all the ATO compliance requirements. Being able to contact the Books in a Mess staff at any time has been the greatest help to us, our business has grown significantly since we’ve had their assistance - in fact, I never want to be without them!

Natalie O’Sullivan – Kariong Automotive Pty Limited

This is to certify that we have known Joy Chapman for over 8 years in her role as Principal Book-Keeper at “Books in A Mess”. During this time, we have availed ourselves of Joy’s services and that of her Team. We work on a collaborative basis. This approach has proven to be both successful and much appreciated by mutual clients on a number of levels with particular emphasis on business management and problem solving.

Apart from carrying out Compliance activities such as the preparation and lodgement of Business Activity Statements, the Team at Books in A Mess has been responsible for the preparation of monthly financial reports, assisted with budgets and forecasts and in addition, they have helped administer the payroll and coordinated audit processes.

The Team have performed all these tasks competently and with commitment and enthusiasm. They have demonstrated the ability to work under pressure and to plan and organize successfully to meet tight deadlines. Their close attention to detail has resulted in meticulous and accurate work. Their strong interpersonal and communication skills have allowed the Team to develop good working relationships amongst both colleagues and clients alike.

The Team at Books in a Mess is a great asset to our group of Companies and highly recommend them to any business looking for a book-keeping firm to bring on as an active partner in their business administration.

Yours sincerely

Samuel Testa

Principal Advisor

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