Founded by Christen Clarey, The Accounts Department specialises in bookkeeping for trades, builders, and project-based businesses across Australia. Christen works closely with business owners and their partners — often the wives behind the scenes — who are balancing family life while helping to keep a business running smoothly.
At its core, The Accounts Department exists to answer one simple but important question: “What is actually going on in the business — and what do we need to do next?”
Unlike traditional bookkeeping services that focus purely on data entry and compliance, The Accounts Department takes a hands-on, practical approach. The focus is on keeping Xero files accurate and up to date, while also helping clients understand what their numbers are telling them in plain English.
Services include:
Ongoing bookkeeping and bank reconciliations
Payroll, superannuation, and BAS support
Accounts payable and receivable management
Project and job cost tracking
Monthly reporting with clear, easy-to-understand commentary
The Accounts Department works with businesses at all stages — from tradies who are behind and overwhelmed, to growing businesses that need better systems, stronger processes, and clearer visibility over cashflow and profitability.
What truly sets The Accounts Department apart is the emphasis on education and communication. Clients aren’t left guessing or feeling embarrassed about what they don’t know. Instead, they’re supported to build confidence in their financial understanding, so they can make better decisions for their business and their family.
For many Tradie Wives, The Accounts Department becomes more than a bookkeeping service. It becomes a trusted support system — someone who understands the realities of running a trade business, the pressure that cashflow puts on home life, and the relief that comes from finally having the numbers under control.
If you’re looking for bookkeeping that is proactive, supportive, and genuinely invested in your business, The Accounts Department is here to help.
