Gold Coast Tax Accountants & Accounting Services

Expert tax returns, business accounting and financial advice — trusted by Gold Coast individuals and businesses since 2015.

5.0 Stars — 16 Google Reviews

40+ Years Combined Experience

Chartered Accountants ANZ Registered

Gold Coast — Mudgeeraba, serving all areas

Experienced Gold Coast Tax Accountants You Can Trust

At Second Look Accounting & Taxation, we specialise in two things: getting your tax return right and keeping your business accounting in order. Based in Mudgeeraba on the Gold Coast, our team of Chartered Accountants brings decades of experience to every client — whether you're an individual lodging a tax return or a business needing ongoing accounting support.

Our founder John Illingworth has over 40 years of industry experience, and our team holds specialist qualifications across tax, SMSF, and business structuring. We're not a one-size-fits-all firm — we take a second look at your situation to make sure nothing is missed and you get every dollar you're entitled to.

Our Accounting & Tax Services

Helping Gold Coast individuals and businesses with:

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    Individual Tax Returns & Tax Advice

    Maximise your refund with expert help from a qualified tax accountant.

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    Business Tax & Accounting

    Stay compliant and in control of your business finances year-round.

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    Business Structuring

    Set up or restructure your business the right way from the start.

  • super-funds
    Self-Managed Super Funds (SMSF)

    Specialist SMSF advice to protect and grow your retirement savings.

  • bookkeeping
    Bookkeeping

    Accurate, reliable bookkeeping so you always know where you stand.

  • wealth
    Wealth & Life Planning

    Long-term financial strategies tailored to your goals.

Qualified. Certified. Trusted.

Our team holds the highest professional accreditations in the industry. When you choose Second Look, you're working with accountants who are held to the strictest standards — and who take that responsibility seriously.

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26 Elaine Avenue, Mudgeeraba

5.0 16 reviews

  • Avatar Kate Hodges ★★★★★ 2 years ago
    Great people who go above and beyond!
  • Avatar claudia tomczyk ★★★★★ 2 years ago
    Tom has been an incredible accountant for us. Very professional and super friendly.
    I have always felt unorganised when it comes to tax time but ever since having Tom he has taken that pressure off. Great service.
    Definitely recommend Second
    … More Look Accounting.
  • Avatar Fi Edmunds ★★★★★ 2 years ago
    We were introduced to John @ SecondLook Accounting, by a trusted family member, and boy are we absolutely thrilled!
    John is a super astute accountant and runs a seamless operation, supported by accountants Tom and Jess, always ensuring
    … More everything runs smoothly.
    Relying upon John’s acumen for our corporate structure has given us peace of mind knowing our business is set up correctly from inception!
    Of course it made complete sense to us to move our self managed super fund across to John and we are certain our financial compass could not be better served than by having John’s accurate and compliant assessment of these matters - this is of massive consideration to us as we have previously been misled.

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