Suite 4, 255 Whitehorse Road, Balwyn VIC 3103
Suite 4, 255 Whitehorse Road, Balwyn VIC 3103
Transport & Logistics
Fuel tax credits, fleet finance, and operational reporting for trucking companies, couriers, and logistics operators. We understand the cost pressures of keeping a fleet on the road.
Operational Reporting
Management & statutory reporting, cost analysis
Fuel Tax Credit
Maximise every eligible cent back from the ATO
Asset & Equipment Finance
Cars, motor vehicles, trucks and equipment funding structured around your cashflow
Principal-Led Advice
Advice from experienced and knowledgeable professionals
Operational Reporting
Management & statutory reporting, cost analysis
Fuel Tax Credit
Maximise every eligible cent back from the ATO
Asset & Equipment Finance
Cars, motor vehicles, trucks and equipment funding structured around your cashflow
Principal-Led Advice
Advice from experienced and knowledgeable professionals
The Challenge
Most transport operators are entitled to fuel tax credits for both on-road and off-road diesel usage, but many don't claim everything they're owed. The difference adds up quickly across a fleet.
The wrong finance structure for trucks and trailers ties up cash, restricts growth, and leaves you paying more interest than you need to. Structure matters as much as the rate.
Without accurate management reports and cost analysis, it's impossible to know which runs are profitable and which are subsidising the rest of the business.
What We Cover
Specialist accounting for trucking companies, couriers, freight forwarders, cold chain operators, and warehousing and distribution businesses.
WHY KIDMANS PARTNERS
Your accountant, bookkeeper, and finance broker work from the same plan. Fleet finance, fuel tax credits, and tax structuring are coordinated from one place.
We stay current with ATO fuel tax credit rates, heavy vehicle depreciation rulings, and chain of responsibility financial obligations so your compliance stays solid.
We understand how transport businesses actually make and lose money, across fuel costs, tolls, maintenance, driver costs, and fluctuating freight volumes.
We will work with you proactively to analyse your revenues and costs and give you practical solutions to increase efficiencies and improve margins.
TRUSTED IN MELBOURNE AND AUSTRALIA-WIDE
Don't take our word for it. Here's what our clients say about working with the Kidmans Partners team.
Related Services
Our integrated practice means your accounting, audit, and advisory needs are handled under one roof.
Independent financial audits, internal controls reviews, and assurance services for transport and logistics businesses with complex reporting requirements.
R&D tax incentive claims, instant asset write-off planning, payroll tax, and proactive tax planning tailored to the needs of transport and logistics businesses.
Strategic advisory for transport and logistics businesses focused on margin improvement, cash flow forecasting, equipment investment decisions, and succession planning.
NEWS & INSIGHTS
TAKE THE FIRST STEP
A complimentary initial call with one of our Senior Team Members. No obligation. No jargon. Just a clear plan for what comes next.
Frequently Asked Questions
Fuel tax credits are available for diesel and other taxable fuels used in machinery, plant, and vehicles not travelling on public roads. For transport operators, this primarily covers off-road fuel use such as fuel used in stationary equipment and vehicles operating within a depot. The rate varies depending on the type of fuel and how it is used. We review your fuel usage and claim the full entitlement on your BAS.
Fuel used in heavy vehicles travelling on public roads attracts a different fuel tax credit rate to fuel used off-road. Where vehicles travel across both environments, the fuel usage needs to be apportioned correctly. We calculate the appropriate rates for your fleet based on vehicle type and usage patterns.
Heavy vehicles can be depreciated using either the prime cost or diminishing value method. Specific provisions and their conditions change over time. We advise on the most tax-effective depreciation strategy for your fleet before you make purchasing decisions.
Common finance options include chattel mortgage, finance lease, operating lease, and hire purchase. The tax treatment differs for each depending on your cashflow requirements, GST position, and how you want the asset to appear on your balance sheet. We work with our lending team to assess the most appropriate structure for your situation.
Fleet utilisation reporting tracks how effectively each vehicle is being used, including metrics such as kilometres travelled, revenue per vehicle, fuel cost per kilometre, and downtime. This data helps identify underperforming assets and inform fleet replacement decisions. We produce management reporting for transport businesses that includes operational metrics alongside your financial results.
