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From owner-drivers to fleet operators, transport businesses need more than year-end tax returns. We deliver specialist transport accounting, cash flow forecasting, and strategic advisory support tailored to the transport and logistics industry. With structured advice, clear reporting, and proactive tax planning, you can improve profitability, manage risk and make confident business decisions.
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Transport and logistics businesses operate on tight margins. Rising fuel prices, maintenance costs, subcontractor payments and fluctuating freight demand can quickly impact cash flow. Complex GST rules, payroll compliance and asset financing add further pressure. Without clear financial visibility, profitability suffers, and growth becomes reactive rather than strategic.
We address structural risks and improve reporting accuracy, enabling your transport and logistics business to scale efficiently.
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We advise on vehicle finance, depreciation and asset protection to reduce tax risk and protect high-value equipment.
Fleet finance & asset structuring
We manage contractor payments, super obligations and GST treatment to avoid costly compliance mistakes.
Subcontractor & owner-driver compliance
We track operating costs per vehicle and contract so you understand true profitability, not just revenue.
Fuel, maintenance, & margin analysis
We model cash flow against freight volumes and seasonal demand to improve planning and stability.
Freight contract & revenue forecasting
We provide financial modelling before you add vehicles, warehouse space or new drivers.
Capital planning for fleet expansion
These case studies show how we combine accounting, tax, and advisory to improve profitability and support sustainable growth.
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.
Take a lookAfter helping them transition to Xero, we conducted quarterly business coaching with Quality Energy and helped increase their profits by 90 per cent.
Take a lookWe built Safe T Pro a financial model to give them a clearer insight into their business performance, enabling them to scale without putting too much pressure on cashflow.
Take a lookOur qualified accountants combine decades of experience with strategic insight, giving business owners operational confidence.
A Certified Practising Accountant or CPA is a professional with a specific qualification in accounting, finance, and business. CPAs can provide invaluable advice to business owners.
Read about itAs your business grows, you’ll need a CFO to manage your increasingly complex finances. Talk to Liston Newton about our virtual CFO services today.
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Liston Newton is an accounting and advisory firm with over 40 years of experience. We specialise in accounting for transport businesses, providing practical financial advice to freight business owners and logistics operators. From bookkeeping and Xero to technical tax and ATO compliance, we help you stay compliant, protect your business, and grow with confidence.
We help you grow your business through compliance and growth-focused accounting, wherever you are in Australia.
We strengthen foundations, improve performance visibility, and provide strategic advice that supports financial independence.
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.
Explore practical guides designed to help business owners better understand accounting, tax and financial strategy. We cover topics such as business structures, cash flow management, compliance deadlines and long-term planning, giving you clear insights to support confident decision-making.
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.
Yes. We provide specialist accounting services for transport and logistics operators across Melbourne. Our team understands the road freight and logistics industry, including subcontractors, fleet structures and air and sea operations.
We combine strong accounting skills with technical tax knowledge, giving transport business owners actionable accounting advice for transport that reflects how the industry actually works. With us, you get an accountant who understands the mechanics of what it takes to grow a business.
Absolutely. We can help business owners through the various compliance requirements. Many transport companies face ongoing compliance issues around GST, superannuation and contractor payments. We ensure accurate record keeping and help you meet every ATO deadline. Our business advisory services ensure that you’re running your business in compliance with government regulations.
Yes. Whether you need a dedicated bookkeeper or better accounting software, we support cloud-based systems such as Xero. Strong systems improve visibility across business finances and reduce reporting errors. Our digital advisory team can review your setup and recommend improvements.
If your current structure no longer suits your accounting needs, we provide advice on asset protection, tax efficiency and long-term planning. Choosing the right entity can help maximise deductions and protect your business. Learn more about our business structure advisory services.
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