Slate Accounts help builders stay in control. We handle the day-to-day bookkeeping, cost capture and reporting, subcontractor and payroll management, compliance and cash flow tracking that keep your financials accurate and your jobs on course. With the financial side handled by experts, you can focus on building, not decoding graphs.
Builders we support
Our services for builders and construction companies
Payroll and contractor management
Payroll can get complex. From employees and apprentices to subcontractors, overtime, and allowance structures, we make sure every payment is accurate and on time.
Job costing and project budgets
Track labour, materials, equipment and overheads across jobs. Our systems make it easier to see where projects stand against budget and spot cost overruns early.
Financial statements and reporting
We prepare financial statements, balance sheets and management reports and explain them in plain English. This includes work-in-progress (WIP) tracking, project profitability and margin reporting.
Software integrations
We integrate Xero, MYOB and QuickBooks Online with building and construction management software to minimise data entry and ensure invoices and bills are properly categorised in the accounts.
BAS, GST and compliance
Stay on top of BAS lodgements and payroll compliance. With compliance-ready reporting, you reduce risks and avoid last-minute scrambles.
Cash flow management
Maintaining a rolling cash flow forecast—updated weekly or as needed—and working with you to plan payments around project timelines, progress claims, major purchases, payroll, BAS and other payments, so cash flow stays predictable and under control.
Overcome these headaches
The Problem
How Slate Solves It
1
Cash flow is hard to predict and often doesn’t quite align
Rolling cash flow model mapping your project timelines, progress claim schedules, and expected retentions so you can plan income & payments
2
Project costs scattered across labour, materials and overhead classifications
See where each project really stands with accounting systems that bring everything together
3
Subcontractor payments and variations that turn into a paperwork maze.
Keep everyone on the same page with smooth, transparent processes for claims and payments
4
Compliance that feels like a full-time job. GST, PAYG, payroll, super, workers comp and constant regulatory changes
Systems that take care of compliance in the background so you can stay focused on the work itself
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No real-time view of project performance
Clear reporting that shows which jobs are profitable and where margins are slipping before it’s too late
6
Endless admin and financial guesswork
Construction-specific systems that bring order, clarity and calm to the chaos
The Problem
1
Cash flow is hard to predict and often doesn’t quite align
2
Project costs scattered across labour, materials and overhead classifications
3
Subcontractor payments and variations that turn into a paperwork maze.
4
Compliance that feels like a full-time job. GST, PAYG, payroll, super, workers comp and constant regulatory changes
5
No real-time view of project performance
6
Endless admin and financial guesswork
How Slate Solves It
Rolling cash flow model mapping your project timelines, progress claim schedules, and expected retentions so you can plan income & payments.
See where each project really stands with accounting systems that bring everything together.
Keep everyone on the same page with smooth, transparent processes for claims and payments.
Systems that take care of compliance in the background so you can stay focused on the work itself
Clear reporting that shows which jobs are profitable and where margins are slipping before it’s too late
Construction-specific systems that bring order, clarity and calm to the chaos
When your finances finally make sense, everything else runs smoother. With Slate, you’ll know exactly where your projects stand, when cash will land, and how your margins are tracking. No more late nights buried in spreadsheets — just clear numbers, confident decisions, and an expert team that you can rely on.
Why Choose Slate Accounts
At Slate Accounts, we know the realities of running a building business — the long days, tight margins and constant juggling of jobs, payments and paperwork. Since 2012, we’ve supported residential and commercial builders with systems and reporting that keep costs, cash flow and compliance steady. Your service manager oversees everything, backed by a team experienced in construction bookkeeping, payroll, GST and project reporting.
Builders choose Slate because we do more than accurate books. We make sure your financials reflect what’s really happening on your jobs, integrate cleanly with your construction software, and meet the expectations of insurers, lenders and regulators. With reliable numbers and clear monthly reporting, you can focus on buildings, not chasing invoices and decoding numbers.
Frequently asked questions
Can you help me understand how my jobs are actually performing?
Yes. We set up job costing properly in your accounting system and provide monthly WIP, margin and profitability reporting so you can see which projects are on track and which need attention.
Can you handle payroll for a mixed workforce of employees, apprentices and subcontractors?
Yes. We manage payroll end-to-end, including apprentices, allowances, overtime structures and subcontractor setup, so payments are accurate and compliant.
Do you help track retentions and other liabilities?
Absolutely. We maintain a clear retention ledger and ensure retained amounts are recorded correctly, so you always know what’s owing and when it’s due.
How do you support cash flow management for builders?
We maintain a rolling cash flow forecast that incorporates project timelines, progress claim schedules, payroll, BAS and major purchases—giving you visibility ahead of time, not after the fact.
What reports do you provide each month?
You receive monthly financial statements, WIP reporting, cash flow updates and clear commentary in plain English, so you can make decisions with confidence.
How quickly can you get us up and running?
Most builders are fully set up within a few weeks. We review your current systems, clean up the accounts where needed and put the right processes in place so you can start getting clear reporting quickly.
Ready to get started?
Contact Slate Accounts to book a call. We’ll show you how streamlined bookkeeping and reporting can give your building company clearer cash flow, better visibility across jobs and confidence in your compliance.