Bookkeeper Invoice Example

A worked bookkeeper invoice with realistic line items Australian bookkeeping businesses charge every day. Use it as a reference or create your own compliant PDF instantly.

Tax Invoice
Your Bookkeeping Practice
ABN 11 222 333 444
INV-2026-0042
Issued 15 May 2026
Due 22 May 2026
Bill to: Sample Client Pty Ltd · Payment due within 14 days
Description Qty Rate Amount
Monthly bookkeeping (per hour) 6 $95.00 $570.00
BAS preparation and lodgement (quarterly) 1 $320.00 $320.00
Bank reconciliation 1 $180.00 $180.00
Software subscription (Xero/MYOB) - reimbursement 1 $35.00 $35.00
Subtotal: $1105.00
GST (10%): $110.50
Total: $1215.50

Bank transfer. Recurring monthly engagements billed in advance.

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Your business
Bill to (client)
Invoice details
Line items
Description Qty Unit price Tax %
Totals
Payment details
Notes
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Tips

FAQs

Do BAS agents need TPB registration on invoices?

Yes — registered BAS agents must display their TPB registration number on any invoice for BAS services.

Should I charge GST as a bookkeeper?

If your annual turnover exceeds $75,000 — yes. Most established bookkeepers are GST-registered.

Hourly or fixed-fee?

Most bookkeepers move to fixed monthly fees once a client is well-established. Hourly suits new clients or cleanup work.

What payment terms work?

Net 14 standard, Net 7 for small clients. Recurring monthly fees should be billed in advance.

A practical guide to bookkeeping and accounting services billing

Use the template as a starting layout, then replace its example information with the actual agreed work. The details below help you decide what to enter and what to check before sending.

Agree what this invoice covers

Identify the service period and agreed scope, such as routine record processing, reconciliation or a separately quoted project. Separate ongoing fees from approved catch-up work and third-party costs. Make clear which entity the work belongs to.

Give the payer enough context

Include the client entity, engagement reference, service period and billed task. Check the legal billing name and delivery contact against the accepted work. Keep the engagement scope, completed-work summary and approval for extra services available to resolve questions. An invoice records the charge; it does not replace the underlying approval or supporting documents.

Worked bookkeeping and accounting services invoice example

The monthly fee and additional catch-up hours are separate. Use the actual scope to avoid charging reconciliation hours again when they are already covered by the monthly fee.

Illustrative amounts in your chosen currency, before tax and payments. These are not recommended rates.
DescriptionQuantityRateAmount
Monthly bookkeeping — agreed scope1300.00300.00
Approved catch-up work265.00130.00
Example subtotal430.00

Avoid this billing mistake

Using the group trading name when the engagement belongs to a different legal entity can slow approval. Check the billing entity, period and purchase-order reference.

Follow up on the right record

Send a concise work summary with the invoice reference, without exposing unnecessary financial detail. InvoiceSonic prepares invoices; it does not replace accounting software, reconciliation controls or professional working papers.

Before you send

  • Match the line items and quantities to the accepted scope and approved changes.
  • Check the invoice number, issue date, explicit due date and the client entity, engagement reference, service period and billed task.
  • Apply only the tax treatment relevant to your business and location; check current local requirements if unsure.
  • Keep earlier billing separate from actual payments. Verify the outstanding amount and payment instructions.

The free browser tool prepares the document. Saving customers, sending tracked invoices and managing reminders require an account and are subject to plan limits. Payment status needs accurate payment records; an invoice view alone does not confirm payment.