Balancing Your
Books, Together

Personalised, professional Xero bookkeeping for small and medium-sized businesses — by a trusted team who care about your numbers as much as you do.


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Why Choose Kate Keeps Books?

At Kate Keeps Books (KKB), we’re more than bookkeepers — we’re your financial support team.
Led by Founder & Registered BAS Agent, Kate Jarman, our experienced team provides personalised Xero bookkeeping services tailored to your business needs.

Whether you need daily, weekly, monthly, or quarterly support, we help you stay compliant, organised, and in control — giving you the time and confidence to focus on what you do best.

Our Values and Expertise

Quality


With experience across accounting, law, hospitality, trades, construction, health care, retail, not-for-profits and more, we know every business is different. We pride ourselves on delivering structured, accurate bookkeeping with genuine care.

Experience


With Founder Kate Jarman's two decades of industry experience and a skilled team of bookkeepers supporting clients across Australia, Kate Keeps Books combines proven expertise with a personal touch.

We're proud to be Xero Gold Partner CertifiedPure Bookkeeping Certified, and registered with the Tax Practitioners Board - trusted by business owners and accountants alike to deliver accurate, reliable, and compliant bookkeeping services.

Personalised Service


Even though we’ve grown, personal service remains at the heart of everything we do. Every client has a dedicated bookkeeper who truly gets to know your business — supported by our close-knit team for reliability and consistency.

Our Mission

To deliver accurate, efficient bookkeeping and financial support that empowers small business owners to make informed decisions, build wealth, and enjoy a better balance between business and life.

Our Services at a Glance

Professional Xero bookkeeping

BAS and GST compliance

Payroll, PAYG, and Superannuation

Accounts receivable/payable

Financial reporting

Accounting system setup & maintenance

End of financial year processes

Renewal Management – track and manage all business renewals (insurances, licences, registrations, contracts) for complete peace of mind.

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Trusted by Accountants and Businesses Australia-wide

We’re proud to be the trusted bookkeeping partner for many small businesses — and the preferred bookkeeper for a number of respected accounting firms who refer their clients to us with confidence.

What Our Clients Say

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Bumbles Café & The Blue House


Kate has been a magnificent addition to our business. She has simplified the complex world of bookkeeping and compliance, making everything clear and easy to manage. Kate has been our bookkeeper for nearly 10 years and not only manages our business accounts but also looks after our personal affairs with the same level of care and professionalism. She is honest, reliable, and a genuine pleasure to work with. We're so grateful for her and her teams ongoing support and expertise.


Kate Madison

The Neurodiverse Network


I cannot speak highly enough of the services I've received from Kate Keeps Books. Kate has been an absolute lifesaver for my business - reliable, proactive, and consistently supportive. I know I can reach out with any question at any time and she always responds with clarity and practical solutions. Her expertise has brought me such peace of mind and I've confidently recommended her to colleagues, friends, and family. An invaluable asset to any business.


Amelia Read

TrailerTech & CabinTech


I've been using Kate Keeps Books and her team for over five years now across multiple businesses and personal matters, and they've been nothing short of excellent. Kate and the team are always reliable, detail-focused, and quick to respond whenever I need support. They've taken the stress out of bookkeeping by keeping everything organised and up to date. I trust them completely with my financial records and wouldn't hesitate to recommend them to anyone looking for a professional and friendly bookkeeping service.


Evan de Leede

Guardian Support & Transport


Running my own business meant I was doing every aspect myself, and I knew I needed specialised help to offload the bookkeeping side. That's when I started working with Kate from Kate Keeps Books Pty Ltd, and she has been absolutely amazing.

Kate is efficient, reliable, and keeps everything up to date. Her communication is excellent, and I always feel confident that my accounts are in good hands. She manages my Business Activity Statements, Instalment Activity Statements, end-of-year financials, payroll, and WorkCover reporting - making the whole process stress-free.

Sometimes you really need a fellow small business operator so you get that personal, tailored approach - and that's exactly what Kate delivers. I've already recommended her to other small business owners, and I'll continue to do so.


David Gaven

Altias


If you are looking for an amazing Gold Coast Bookkeeper, then Kate Keeps Books is the firm for you. Kate and her team have been supporting our clients with end to end bookkeeping and helping our clients with all their Xero needs for nearly 10 years. As tax agents, it been hard to find good small business bookkeepers, but Kate Keeps Books delivers every time and we thoroughly recommend them to assist your small business.


Ben Johnson

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