Challenge

GK Travel & Cruise initially approached Figureworks Bookkeeping with uncertainty about the accuracy of their existing Xero file. Upon detailed examination, we identified critical errors in the file setup, including incorrect inclusion of Trust accounts and misalignment between their Xero file and Cross Check Travel, the travel management software they use to track sales and purchases.

Our Approach

Figureworks Bookkeeping collaborated closely with GK Travel & Cruise’s accountants to resolve these critical issues and to ensure the accuracy and compliance of financial data moving forward.

Key Actions Included:
Correcting the Xero File

We methodically removed incorrectly included Trust accounts, restoring the integrity and accuracy of the financial data within Xero, ensuring compliance with accounting and taxation standards.

We introduced quarterly manual journals using the Trial Balance from Cross Check Travel, accurately accounting for sales, purchases, and GST. This meticulous process ensured the Cross Check Travel Clearing account consistently balanced.

Figureworks Bookkeeping assisted with payroll processing, including the accurate entry of staff leave records and ensuring compliance with employment regulations.

Our team managed the timely preparation and submission of quarterly BAS statements, alongside completing necessary year-end journal entries to ensure compliance and accuracy.

Figureworks Bookkeeping now fully manages the ongoing financial allocations, provides regular checks, and maintains the integration between Xero and Cross Check Travel, ensuring accurate and timely financial data.

Outcome

GK Travel & Cruise now benefits from a fully integrated, accurate, and compliant bookkeeping system tailored specifically to their needs as a travel agency. Our detailed approach has significantly improved their financial clarity and reliability, enabling confident decision-making and peace of mind.

“Partnering with Figureworks Bookkeeping transformed our financial management, ensuring accuracy and compliance in every aspect of our business. Their meticulous approach and Xero expertise have been invaluable. We couldn’t recommend their services more highly!” – GK Travel & Cruise (Knox Travel Designers)

Frequently Asked Questions

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What exactly does a bookkeeper do?

A bookkeeper manages daily financial tasks, including recording transactions, reconciling bank accounts, preparing payroll, handling invoices, managing cash flow, and ensuring tax compliance like BAS and PAYG lodgments.

Professional bookkeeping gives you clear, accurate financial reports, ensuring informed decision-making, better cash flow management, compliance with tax obligations, and allowing you more time to focus on business growth.

A bookkeeper manages daily financial transactions, reconciling and maintaining financial records. Accountants analyse these records, prepare tax returns, offer strategic advice, and assist with higher-level financial decisions.

Outsourcing your bookkeeping provides professional accuracy, saves time, reduces stress, ensures compliance, and allows you to focus your efforts entirely on running and growing your business.

Yes. While Xero simplifies bookkeeping tasks, professional bookkeepers ensure transactions are recorded correctly, reconcile accounts, prevent errors, and manage compliance, enhancing the accuracy of your financial data.

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