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Outsourced SMSF Administration, Accounting & Audit Support Services | Unison Globus Australia
Outsourced SMSF Services · Australia

Outsourced SMSF Administration, Accounting, Finalisation & Audit Support Services

Complete SMSF Support for Australian Accounting & SMSF Practices

Partner with Unison Globus Australia for reliable SMSF outsourcing support:
✅   SMSF Administration ✅   Accounting & Investment Accounting ✅   Annual Return Preparation ✅   Audit Coordination Support ✅   Dedicated SMSF Resources

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    Overview

    Our comprehensive SMSF outsourcing model

    Our comprehensive SMSF outsourcing model helps accounting practices reduce administrative workload, improve turnaround times, manage growing SMSF portfolios and allow their in-house professionals to focus on client relationships, advisory and higher-value services.

    From day-to-day SMSF administration and transaction processing through to accounting, year-end finalisation, annual return preparation and independent audit coordination, our team works as an extension of your practice.

    We follow your firm’s processes, checklists, software and review procedures to deliver consistent, accurate and well-documented SMSF work.

    What We Offer

    Our Comprehensive
    SMSF Outsourcing Services

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    SMSF
    Administration

    Our SMSF administration support helps practices manage the ongoing operational requirements of their SMSF portfolio.

    • New SMSF setup and administration support
    • Member and trustee information maintenance
    • Fund information and documentation management
    • Contribution and pension information processing
    • Investment transaction processing
    • Member balance maintenance
    • Pension and accumulation account administration support
    • Bank and investment account reconciliations
    • Supporting document collection and organisation
    • Trustee correspondence and administration support
    • Ongoing compliance task tracking
    • Maintenance of structured SMSF working papers
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    SMSF Accounting
    & Bookkeeping

    Our SMSF accounting team provides accurate and structured accounting support throughout the financial year.

    • Transaction processing and classification
    • Bank account reconciliation
    • Investment transaction accounting
    • Shares and managed fund accounting
    • Property investment accounting
    • Dividend and distribution processing
    • Interest income processing
    • Capital gains and losses calculation support
    • Contribution accounting
    • Pension payment processing
    • Member account reconciliation
    • Related-party transaction processing
    • Expense and accrual accounting
    • Investment income reconciliation
    • Preparation of accounting workpapers
    • General ledger review and reconciliation
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    SMSF
    Investment Accounting

    Accurate investment accounting is critical to SMSF financial statements and annual compliance. We provide support for:

    • Listed shares and securities
    • Managed funds
    • Term deposits and cash investments
    • Direct property investments
    • Unlisted investments
    • Trust and partnership investments
    • Dividends and distributions
    • Interest income
    • Capital gains and losses
    • Investment purchase and disposal transactions
    • Investment reconciliations
    • Supporting investment documentation
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    SMSF Year-End
    Finalisation

    Our year-end SMSF finalisation service prepares the fund's accounting records and supporting documentation for tax and audit review.

    • Year-end transaction review
    • Bank and investment reconciliations
    • Member balance reconciliation
    • Contribution and pension reconciliation
    • Investment income reconciliation
    • Capital gains calculations
    • Investment cost-base review
    • Accrual and expense review
    • Related-party transaction review
    • Financial statement preparation
    • Supporting workpaper preparation
    • Review of outstanding documentation
    • Audit-ready file preparation
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    SMSF
    Financial Statements

    We prepare structured financial statements and supporting schedules based on accounting records provided by the practice.

    • Statement of Financial Position
    • Operating Statement
    • Member account information
    • Investment schedules
    • Capital gains schedules
    • Contribution schedules
    • Pension-related schedules
    • Supporting reconciliation reports
    • Year-end working papers
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    SMSF Annual
    Return Preparation

    Our team provides preparation support for SMSF Annual Returns and related tax compliance requirements.

    • SMSF Annual Return preparation
    • Tax calculation support
    • Tax reconciliation
    • Capital gains tax calculations
    • Investment income reconciliation
    • Contribution reporting
    • Pension and member information
    • Supporting tax schedules
    • Review and quality-control support
    • Lodgement-ready annual return preparation
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    Annual Return Compliance Note

    The ATO's current software ecosystem specifically supports SMSF Annual Return preparation and lodgement, reflecting the importance of this workflow in SMSF compliance.

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    and Audit Coordination Support.

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    Independent Audit

    SMSF Audit Coordination
    & Independent Audit Support

    Streamlined file preparation combined with strict auditor independence compliance.

    Independent SMSF Audit Through
    Affiliated Australian Auditors

    Unison Globus can coordinate the SMSF audit process through our affiliated/associated Australian approved SMSF auditors. The audit component is performed independently by the appointed approved SMSF auditor.

    Our role can include:

    • Preparing an audit-ready SMSF file
    • Organising financial statements and workpapers
    • Preparing audit schedules
    • Providing supporting investment documentation
    • Preparing bank and investment reconciliations
    • Coordinating information requests
    • Liaising with the appointed auditor
    • Responding to audit queries on behalf of the practice
    • Tracking outstanding audit items
    • Coordinating completion of the audit
    • Incorporating audit adjustments where required
    • Maintaining final audit documentation
    All SMSFs are required to undergo an annual financial and compliance audit by an approved SMSF auditor. The independent auditor’s report must be completed before the SMSF Annual Return can be lodged.

    Independent Audit — Clear Separation of Responsibilities

    We maintain a clear distinction between SMSF accounting/finalisation support and the independent statutory audit.

    The affiliated/associated approved SMSF auditor independently performs the audit and issues the required SMSF Independent Auditor’s Report.

    This provides accounting practices with a streamlined process while maintaining the required auditor independence and professional responsibilities. ATO guidance specifically highlights auditor independence and compliance with the relevant auditing and professional standards.

    Looking for Audit-Ready SMSF Files?

    Our experienced SMSF team can help streamline your year-end and audit workflow through structured workpapers and audit coordination support.

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    Our Process

    End-to-End SMSF Workflow

    A structured, seamless 8-step process ensuring total accuracy, transparency, and audit compliance.

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    Administration

    Collection and maintenance of SMSF information, documents and ongoing transactions.

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    Accounting

    Processing of transactions, reconciliations and investment accounting.

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    Year-End Finalisation

    Completion of reconciliations, calculations, financial statements and supporting workpapers.

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    Tax Return Preparation

    Preparation of the SMSF Annual Return and supporting tax schedules.

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    Audit Coordination

    Submission of the completed audit-ready file to the appointed affiliated approved SMSF auditor.

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    Audit Queries & Resolution

    Coordination of auditor queries and provision of additional supporting documentation.

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    Audit Completion

    Independent SMSF auditor completes financial audit and issues the Independent Auditor's Report.

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    Final Review & Lodgement

    Completion of adjustments and final file preparation for lodgement by your Australian practice.

    Flexible Engagement

    Engagement Models

    Dedicated SMSF Resource

    Engage experienced SMSF professionals on a dedicated full-time or part-time basis to support your SMSF portfolio.

    Portfolio-Based Support

    Outsource your SMSF portfolio to our team based on the number of funds and workload requirements.

    Year-End SMSF Support

    Use our team specifically during the SMSF year-end and tax season to manage increased compliance workloads.

    End-to-End SMSF Outsourcing

    Outsource the complete workflow from administration and accounting through finalisation, annual return preparation and audit coordination.

    Audit-Ready File Preparation

    For practices that retain their own auditor, we can prepare and organise the complete SMSF file for efficient independent audit.

    Flexible SMSF Support Tailored to Your Firm

    Dedicated Resources | Portfolio-Based Support | End-to-End Outsourcing

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    Why Unison Globus

    Why Choose Unison Globus

    End-to-End SMSF Support

    Administration, accounting, finalisation, tax return preparation and audit coordination under one outsourcing model.

    Experienced SMSF Professionals

    Dedicated resources supporting Australian SMSF practices.

    Scalable Capacity

    Increase or decrease resources according to your SMSF portfolio and seasonal workload.

    Audit-Ready Workpapers

    Structured reconciliations, schedules and supporting documentation designed to make the audit process more efficient.

    Australian Practice Integration

    Our team works within your existing processes, software, templates and review procedures.

    Reduced Operational Cost

    Increase capacity without immediately increasing permanent internal headcount.

    Improved Turnaround

    Reduce bottlenecks during SMSF year-end and peak compliance periods.

    Quality-Focused Processes

    Standardised workflows, reconciliations and review procedures.

    Independent Audit Coordination

    Convenient coordination with affiliated/associated approved SMSF auditors.

    Confidential & Secure

    Strong focus on protecting sensitive client and fund information.

    Flexible Engagement Models

    Dedicated resources, portfolio-based support or project-based assistance.

    Key Benefits

    Key Benefits

    Reduce Your SMSF Workload

    Delegate routine administration, accounting and compliance preparation so your Australian team can focus on clients and advisory services.

    Process More SMSFs

    Increase your firm's capacity without the immediate need to recruit and train additional permanent resources.

    Improve Year-End Efficiency

    Streamline the complete SMSF year-end process through structured accounting, finalisation and audit-ready documentation.

    Faster Audit Turnaround

    Provide auditors with organised financial statements, reconciliations, schedules and supporting documentation to reduce unnecessary back-and-forth.

    Improve Workpaper Quality

    Receive structured and review-friendly workpapers designed around consistent processes and documentation standards.

    Focus on Advisory & Client Relationships

    Free your senior SMSF professionals from routine processing so they can focus on strategic advice, client meetings and practice growth.

    One Integrated Outsourcing Partner

    Manage administration, accounting, finalisation, annual return preparation and audit coordination through one scalable outsourcing relationship.

    Client Feedback

    What Accounting Practices Say

    "I want to thank you all for introducing me to each other and to the amazing team that I now have in place. I am so grateful for everything the team has done for me and they have gone above and beyond and gotten me out of a sticky situation this month. Nothing is a problem and they get on to it straight away, which isn't always needed, but they do an amazing job. I have thrown them so much work in the last 2 weeks and they have delivered and they have even picked up things that I have missed. They are constantly checking me and asking questions which I absolutely love and the communication process I have in place has been working amazingly well for all of us and they are happy with how it is working as it makes it easy. I can't praise the team highly enough."

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    Tracey O'Neill

    Director of Rescue Books Bookkeeping

    "We have been working with Unison Globus for 5 years. We are impressed with the diligence and knowledge of our Unison Staff. They are an essential part of our operations. We rely on them for both tax return preparation and in support of our client accounting services.

    They are such a part of us that we couldn’t operate without them. Beyond the value of their professional contributions, we value their friendship."

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    Frank Stitely

    SK CPAs and Business Advisors PLLC

    "Excellent Excellent Excellent, The tax return preparation & bookkeeping services provided by Unison Globus are far superior to any other competitor services. Their team provides detailed excel spreadsheet reconciliation to support the timely tax return processing. Being in the tax resolution business myself as a CPA I trust the Unison team to produce sometimes as many as 10 tax returns for a single client.

    Unison is a proven service with vetted employees and a top-notch security policy. DO NOT GO ANYWHERE ELSE. Trust me"

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    Joe Hopkins

    Hopkins CPA Firm P.C

    "Working with Unison Globus has been the most rewarding experience I’ve encountered with an international team.
    The remote accountant I collaborated with blends effortlessly into our firm, truly becoming part of the team."

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    Snehal Patel, Accountant

    Tax & Business Solutions, CPA & Co., LLC

    "They supply highly trained staff who understand Australian Tax and BAS Laws. I am very confident I made the correct decision to outsource. Work is completed on time, communication is open, and they are now part of my growing team. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend them!"

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    Tracy Ferreira

     
    Frequently Asked Questions

    SMSF Outsourcing FAQs

    1. What SMSF services can Unison Globus Australia outsource?

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    We provide end-to-end SMSF outsourcing support, including SMSF administration, accounting, investment accounting, financial statement preparation, annual return preparation, year-end finalisation, and audit coordination support.

    2. Who are your SMSF outsourcing services designed for?

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    Our services are designed for Australian accounting firms, CPA practices, tax agents, SMSF specialists, financial advisory firms, and bookkeeping practices managing SMSF portfolios.

    3. Can I outsource only SMSF administration or accounting?

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    Yes. You can outsource specific SMSF functions such as administration, accounting, annual return preparation, year-end finalisation, or engage us for complete end-to-end SMSF processing support.

    4. Do you provide dedicated SMSF resources?

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    Yes. We offer dedicated full-time and part-time SMSF professionals who work as an extension of your team and follow your firm's processes, software, and review procedures.

    5. Can Unison Globus help during peak SMSF season?

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    Absolutely. Our team can provide additional capacity during year-end, annual return preparation, and audit periods to help your firm manage increased workloads.

    6. How does SMSF audit coordination work?

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    We prepare audit-ready files, organise workpapers, coordinate auditor queries, and liaise with affiliated independent approved SMSF auditors. The audit itself is conducted independently by the appointed auditor.

    7. Do you perform independent SMSF audits?

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    No. Independent SMSF audits are conducted by affiliated or associated approved Australian SMSF auditors. We only provide audit coordination and audit preparation support.

    8. Which SMSF software can your team work with?

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    Our team can adapt to your firm's preferred SMSF and accounting software, workflows, templates, and review procedures.

    9. How can SMSF outsourcing benefit my firm?

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    SMSF outsourcing can help reduce administrative workload, improve turnaround times, increase portfolio capacity, lower operational costs, and allow partners and senior staff to focus on advisory services and client relationships.

    10. How quickly can we get started?

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    We offer a streamlined onboarding process and can quickly integrate with your existing SMSF workflow, depending on the scope of services required.

    Your Extended SMSF Team

    Your SMSF Practice. Our Extended Team.

    Whether you manage a small SMSF portfolio or a growing book of hundreds of funds, Unison Globus can provide flexible offshore SMSF resources to support your practice.

    From day-to-day accounting to year-end finalisation and independent audit coordination, our team works alongside your Australian practice to improve efficiency, capacity and turnaround.

    Reduce workload. Increase capacity. Improve turnaround. Strengthen your SMSF practice.

    Partner with Unison Globus Today
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