07 3378 7111

Established November 1996

Accounting you can actually get an answer from.

Practical accounting, taxation and advisory services for individuals, businesses and not-for-profit organisations.

Since 1996
An independent practice, built on referrals
Registered Tax Agent
Agent number 70961003
IPA Public Practice
Institute of Public Accountants

About

A practice people stay with.

“We take the worry out of the financial side of a business, so our clients can get on with running it.”

Entimos was established in November 1996, originally to give small and growing businesses a bookkeeping service they could genuinely rely on. Over time the practice grew into a full accounting and taxation firm, working with businesses, individuals and not-for-profit organisations.

Almost all of our growth has come by word of mouth, from clients who stayed. Some of those relationships now span decades, several businesses, and more than one generation of a family.

We keep your compliance accurate and on time, we explain things in plain language, and we are here when you need an answer.

Entimos holds particular depth in the not-for-profit and charity sector, including salary packaging, alongside business structuring, taxation and self-managed superannuation.

Services

What we do.

Accounting & Business Advisory

Business planning, structuring and restructuring. Management accounting and financial reporting. Budgeting, cash flow and performance review. Business improvement and decision support.

Taxation Services

Business and personal income tax returns. Tax planning and compliance. Capital gains tax advice, including small business CGT concessions. Business benchmarking. State taxes, including payroll tax and land tax. Liaison with the Australian Taxation Office.

Self-Managed Superannuation Funds

SMSF accounting, tax and compliance. Ongoing administration and monitoring.

Not-for-Profit & Charity Accounting

Specialist accounting services for the not-for-profit sector. Salary packaging advice and administration. Compliance and reporting support.

GST & Activity Statements

GST advice. BAS and IAS preparation and lodgement. Ongoing support and review.

Company Secretarial & ASIC Compliance

Company registrations and changes. ASIC compliance and annual obligations.

Bookkeeping Services

Bookkeeping solutions tailored to your business. Ongoing bookkeeping and reporting. Support for budgets, reconciliations and record-keeping.

Not sure which of these you need? That is usually the first thing we work out together.

The team

Who you will be dealing with.

Karen Barnes MIPA AFA

Director · Registered Tax Agent

Karen Barnes is the founder and Director of Entimos Accounting & Finance, established in November 1996. She has extensive experience across accounting, taxation, business management and bookkeeping, and has worked with clients across a wide range of industries for almost three decades.

Karen holds a Bachelor of Commerce, a Diploma of Advanced Taxation, and a Certificate IV in Workplace Training and Assessment. She is a Registered Tax Agent, a member of the Institute of Public Accountants with a Professional Practice Certificate, and a member of The Tax Institute.

Karen is particularly experienced in salary packaging and advisory services for charities and not-for-profit organisations, and is regularly engaged to assist with business structure, compliance, and financial reporting. Known for her practical, straightforward approach and strong communication skills, Karen has built long-term relationships with clients who value clarity, reliability, and sound professional advice.

Daniel Barnes

Consultant Senior Accountant · CPA

Daniel Barnes is a Consultant Senior Accountant at Entimos Accounting & Finance and has been part of the practice since 1999. Daniel is a CPA and Registered Tax Agent, holding a Bachelor of Commerce, a Bachelor of Economics, and a Graduate Diploma in Advanced Taxation. He also holds a public practice licence.

Daniel has extensive expertise in taxation, including capital gains tax, and is known for his accuracy, diligence, and strong working relationships with clients. His depth of technical knowledge supports Entimos in delivering compliant, timely, and reliable taxation services.

As a Consultant Senior Accountant, Daniel contributes to maintaining the high professional standards and client service that Entimos Accounting & Finance is known for.

In our clients’ words

Decades of staying put.

“Having benefited from the excellent service offered by Entimos since 1997, I can highly recommend Karen & Daniel. The team is excellent.”
Geoff CunninghamProject Strategies Australia Pty Ltd
“Hands down, the easiest accountants we’ve ever worked with.”
Aaron Thirkettle, Senior PastorRed City Church
“Karen took all the stress out of changing our sole trader business to a company. The transition was painless due to her knowledge and experience.”
Mark & Sharon FerrisFerris Constructions Pty Ltd
“For 20 plus years as a commercial client, we are extremely satisfied with Entimos Accounting.”
Troy & Wendy LongAustralian Presentation Systems
“Karen has been as solid as a rock for us doing the books for our church. Competent and reliable.”
Grant Windle, PastorJ Community
“I have used Entimos for over a decade and will never want to change. Outstanding service, dependable and efficient. Highly recommended.”
Graham RocherLa Rocher Eco Retreat
“Karen is extremely competent and efficient in her work. Thank you for being a blessing.”
Joey TaiRadiant Church Australia
“I highly recommend, and appreciate, the accounting services provided by Karen Barnes of Entimos Accounting.”
Dr Jeanne Carpenter
“Karen is always helpful and friendly whenever we need assistance. Highly recommend Entimos for tax advice.”
Trevor & Lyn Yarrow

Contact

Get in touch.

We are taking on new clients.

The first meeting is an hour, and it costs you nothing. It is there so we can understand your situation properly before anything is committed to.

You are also welcome to email a question at no charge. A short question does not always have a short answer, and we may need more of your details before we can answer it properly, but we will always tell you where you stand.

Phone
07 3378 7111
Mobile
0418 726 401
Email
kbarnes@entimos.com.au
Hours
Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm
Outside these hours by arrangement
Office
29 Catchlove Crescent
Augustine Heights QLD 4300
Postal
PO Box 6026
Brookwater QLD 4300

Professional obligations

Entimos Pty Ltd is an IPA Public Practice and a Registered Tax Agent, registration number 70961003.

The Tax Practitioners Board maintains a public register of registered tax practitioners, which you can search at tpb.gov.au/public-register.

If you have a concern about the tax agent services you have received, please raise it with us first on 07 3378 7111 or kbarnes@entimos.com.au so we can put it right. If your concern cannot be resolved, you may make a complaint in writing to the Tax Practitioners Board at tpb.gov.au/complaints.

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