About Us

At Stretch Accounting, we understand that managing your business’s finances can be challenging.
Our focus is simple: more profit, less tax, better control, and a lot less stress for you.
Learn more about who we are and discover how we can support your business
to help you thrive.

Stretching the Boundaries of Accounting

At Stretch Accounting, we go beyond traditional number-crunching. We provide comprehensive accounting and advisory services that help Northern Rivers businesses grow and thrive. Our experience with diverse industries allows us to offer tailored solutions that meet your unique needs.

 “We’re not just accountants –we’re growth partners
dedicated to helping you stretch your business to its full potential.”

Joel Lacey CA
Managing Partner

Why I Started Stretch Accounting

Have you ever felt frustrated with your accountant? Maybe you’ve thought:

  • “I never hear from my accountant unless it’s tax time.”
  • “I have no idea how much money my business is actually making.”
  • “I think I’m paying too much in tax to the ATO”

If these sound familiar, you’re not alone. These stories motivated me to make a change in the industry. They inspired me to look at ways to revolutionise how accounting services were delivered to small businesses. 

Imagine running a business where you have complete clarity about your numbers, where you’re confident you’re not overpaying taxes, and where your accountant is a true partner in your growth. This is the reality I’m committed to creating for every client at Stretch Accounting. 

The Meaning Behind Stretch Accounting

I chose the name “Stretch Accounting” because it embodies my vision for what accounting services should be. The word “stretch” has multiple meanings that resonate with our mission: 

  1. To extend beyond limits: We help businesses stretch beyond their current financial constraints and reach new heights of success.
  2. To challenge oneself: We encourage our clients to stretch their goals and ambitions, providing the financial clarity and support to make it happen.
  3. Flexibility: Our services are flexible and adaptable, stretching to meet the unique needs of each business we serve.

My Journey

From a young age, I was captivated by the stories behind businesses. This passion led me to pursue a Bachelor of Business, become a Registered Tax Agent and Certified Chartered Accountant. But it wasn’t enough to just crunch numbers. I wanted to make a real difference in people’s businesses and lives.

So after six years of working the accounting industry and completing my qualifications, I started Stretch Accounting to break away from the old-school, reactive approach of traditional firms. We’re more than just your accountant – we’re your dedicated growth partner. We’re committed to building long-term relationships where we celebrate your wins and help you navigate the challenges. Our aim is to ensure you have clarity on your numbers and confidence in your business decisions.

Real Results for Our Clients

Since starting Stretch Accounting, we’ve achieved significant results for our clients: 

  • Roughly two-thirds of the businesses we’ve served were overpaying taxes.
  • Our biggest tax saving for a single client was over $40,000.
  • Most of our clients are now saving thousands of dollars each year.

Imagine what these savings could mean for your business or for you personally.

Are you ready to stretch the boundaries of what’s possible for your business?

Kind words from happy clients

From our very first client, where we identified a costly error saving them over $1,000, we’ve seen firsthand how significant attentive accounting can be. Join us and let’s see if you too are missing out on thousands.  

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I’ve had such a fantastic experience with Stretch Accounting. Joel has provided brilliant advice and made the whole process super simple for me. I highly recommend them to anyone in need of reliable accounting services, worth every cent!

Bailey Sullivan

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Quick to respond and as helpful as can be. Helped me immensely with getting my own business going.

B Cook