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Our team works with manufacturing companies in Australia, providing commercial insight and a practical perspective. This experience helps us apply proven accounting frameworks to different business models. We adapt our approach to suit each company’s structure, operations, and goals, ensuring financial clarity, compliance, and informed decision-making at every stage.
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Manufacturing businesses face complex financial pressures that can affect profitability and cash flow. Managing production costs, inventory valuation, and compliance requirements requires accurate data and reliable processes. Without specialist accounting support, manufacturers may struggle to maintain financial control, meet reporting obligations, and make confident business decisions.
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We deliver tailored accounting solutions to improve control, streamline processes, and maintain financial compliance.
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We track and reconcile inventory accurately so stock levels, costs, and reporting stay reliable.
Inventory tracking and reconciliation for manufacturers
We analyse production costs and standard costing to help you control margins and pricing decisions.
Standard costing and cost of production analysis
We maintain accurate bookkeeping so your financial data supports clear reporting and better decisions.
Manufacturing bookkeeping and financial data accuracy
We manage GST, tax, and compliance requirements to reduce risk and keep your business aligned.
GST, tax, and compliance for manufacturing businesses
We help manage receivables and cash flow so working capital stays strong and predictable.
Receivables management and cash flow control
Our experience across businesses demonstrates how accounting advice supports growth, profitability, and financial clarity.
We have helped Cambridge Plumbing to manage and forecast cash flow. We've also provided the director with advice on wealth creation and asset allocation.
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Liston Newton Advisory is an Australian accounting company supporting various businesses across Australia. We help clients optimise financial statements, analyse the cost of goods, and identify savings across supply chains. From factory operations to export-focused and aerospace sectors, our qualified accountants and bookkeepers deliver advice businesses rely on to grow and contribute to the economy.
We support businesses across Australia, delivering expert accounting advice tailored to local regulations and industry needs.
We follow a structured process that delivers accurate data, clear insight, and practical advice for manufacturing businesses.
We’ll begin by securing your existing business’s financials and optimising its operations.
Then, we’ll put long-term strategies into play to maximise your business’s growth.
Finally, we’ll use your professional success to fund your personal wealth so that you can live the life you want.
Our guides are built for businesses seeking clarity around complex financial decisions. They focus on real-world scenarios, from managing cash flow and tax obligations to choosing suitable business structures. Each guide breaks down complex topics into practical steps, helping manufacturers make informed decisions as operations scale and change
Kieran Liston and the Liston Newton team have been assisting me with my accounting matters since 1976. For the past 47 years, Kieran and the Liston Newton team have provided reliable accounting assistance, which has allowed me to focus on my business in primary production.
Their exceptional service has consistently exceeded my expectations and made me feel that they truly care about my financial well-being.
Liston Newton has given me really helpful guidance over the years for both my business and my personal finances. When you have an accounting team that you trust to give the right advice, it gives you the confidence to focus on growing your business and doing the things you love.
Liston Newton helped us move our accounting over to Xero. Their Accountant managed the set up and training so we felt comfortable with the software. We now have all our processes streamlined which gives us improved visibility of our business performance. This has allowed us to open 2 more stores without a significant increase in administration effort.
Cost of goods sold (COGS) is the direct cost of producing goods. This includes raw material, labour, and factory overheads. Accurate COGS calculation is vital for pricing, margin analysis, and reliable financial statements. The Australian Taxation Office outlines how production costs affect taxable income in its guidance on accounting for business expenses.
For manufacturers needing support with COGS and compliance, our accounting and tax services assist with accurate reporting and analysis.
Manufacturing accountants integrate production cost data, including raw material, labour, and overheads, into financial statements to reflect accurate asset values and expenses. This supports compliance, pricing decisions, and effective tax planning.
By combining cost data with cloud systems and reporting tools, manufacturers gain clearer insight across the supply chain and export activity. This approach is often supported through digital advisory services, alongside strategic input from financial advisory specialists to improve cash flow and identify savings.
Yes. Specialist accounting allows manufacturing businesses to leverage financial data when assessing export opportunities. Accurate reporting helps evaluate pricing, cash flow impact, and investment requirements. This insight is invaluable when businesses seek to enter overseas markets or scale production.
Austrade provides practical guidance on financial considerations for exporters, while our business advisory services support manufacturers planning sustainable growth.
Manufacturing businesses have specific goods and services tax obligations, particularly when dealing with raw materials, components, and imports. It’s vital to register correctly with the Australian Taxation Office to ensure GST is reported accurately and credits are claimed where eligible.
Some manufacturers may reduce import costs through the Certain Inputs to Manufacture program, while food producers must meet additional GST requirements for food manufacturing. Specialist accounting advice helps ensure compliance and avoids costly errors.
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