Straight talking.
Smart strategies.
Real results.
Ballarat accountants helping regional business owners take control of their finances, grow with confidence, and sleep better at night.
What We Do
From essentials to the big picture
At Progress Accounting, we take care of your compliance, plan for your growth, and help you protect what matters most.
We handle tax and reporting without the runaround. We guide your cash flow, structure, and succession strategy with clarity. Whether you’re growing, stepping back, or setting up the next generation, we help you make the smart moves that stand the test of time.
Tax, BAS & Compliance
Done right with fast turnaround
Business Advisory
More cash flow, profits & time
Succession Planning
Clarity & peace of mind
Trades & Construction
Agriculture & Broad Acre Farming
Self Storage Operations
Our Expertise
Regional experience meets astute strategy
We specialise in supporting regional businesses in the Trades & Construction, Agriculture, and Self Storage sectors. Industries where timing, cash flow, and growth decisions are critical.
From seasonal planning on the farm to pricing strategy in storage facilities, our advice is grounded in real-world experience. Led by Ballarat local, Ewen Fletcher, we help clients stay on top of compliance, make confident decisions, and build lasting success.
Choose Progress
No fluff. No delays.
Just good advice you can count on.
We’re not your old-school accountants. We bring respected experience, straight answers, and a smart approach to every local business we work with. If you’re ready to get ahead, and want someone who’ll tell it like it is, you’re in the right place.
It starts with a conversation
Let’s explore how we can help. No jargon. No pressure. Just a clear next step.
Client Case Studies
Crossroads Trading – Building on Strong Foundations
When Asha and Bernie Shanahan purchased Crossroads Trading in January 2018, they took on more than a 30-year-old rural merchandise business in Ballan — they took on a local institution. The couple had a clear vision: to respect the business’s history while modernising...
Winning Homes – Building Success on Strong Foundations
Winning Homes is one of Echuca Moama’s premier home builders, renowned for exceptional build quality and a reputation built on trust over more than a decade. Established in 2012 after the founders parted ways with a retiring former business partner, the company has...
Revolution Print – Driving Growth Through Innovation and Advisory
With a history spanning over 100 years, Revolution Print is one of Australia’s oldest and most modern printing names. Purchased by the current owner before engaging with Progress Accounting, the business has undergone a significant transformation. With a focus on...