About us
A Word from the Founder
“Back Beach” is a general term that is often used to refer to the beach just over the hill. You probably know one – it’ll be just around the headland from a more well known and frequented main beach.
Back beaches usually require a little more effort to get to and are quieter as a result, tucked away from the wind and the crowds. Many locals like to think of their “back beach” as a bit of a hidden away treasure. On days when the ocean is windy and chaotic, a back beach near you might actually be serving up a perfect day. But you do need to know where to look in order to find that next opportunity.
When I started Back Beach Accounting, I was motivated in many ways by the same things that drive a lot of our clients to go into business for themselves. To take what we’ve learnt and put our own twist on the delivery, to contribute to our community, provide for family and of course to have some fun along the way.
We believe in open communication and in playing the role of an approachable and proactive partner to your business. We’re constantly searching for and road-testing new technology to help you work smarter (instead of harder). Wherever possible, we aim to provide fixed fee services as we believe this is the fairest and most transparent solution for all.
It’s not about the numbers. It’s about giving you the confidence and peace of mind to make decisions on the fly, so that you can focus on driving your business forward and living the best life that you can outside of it.
Jack Dixon
Principal | Chartered Accountant
Values
Professional
Being a chartered accounting firm, our staff have undergone extensive training and continue to maintain ongoing professional study requirements each year. It’s a CAANZ membership requirement and keeps us relevant and current in a constantly evolving profession.
With more than a decade spent working internationally, in mid-tier metropolitan firms and on the idyllic Coffs Coast, we have the experience to serve you best.
Proactive
It’s no secret that cloud technology has changed the way you run your business as well as how you interact with your accountant. We love using clever technology and are always road-testing new software within our own business so that we’re best-placed to advise in this area.
Coastal
True to purpose, we’re all about being approachable and dealing in real terms. We want you to understand the advice that you receive and if not, to be comfortable to ask questions.
Back Beach Accounting is a proud member of 1% For the Planet, a global initiative led by Patagonia.
This means that we have committed to donating 1% of all sales to environmentally focused not-for-profits (NFPs), which in the past have included WIRES Mid North Coast, Surfrider Foundation Australia and Naru Surf Gathering.
We believe in business advocacy and that we can all play a role in normalising the conversation around looking after our natural environment.