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Best Accountant in Hobart, 2026

10 accounting firms in Hobart, 2026, every one with publicly stated CPA, CA ANZ or TPB Tax Agent credentials. Each firm's qualifications, specialisations, fee transparency and TPB-verifiable footprint are listed below. Verify any firm directly on the Tax Practitioners Board public register at tpb.gov.au/public-register. Coverage spans Hobart, Sandy Bay, Glenorchy, New Town, Moonah and Bellerive.

10 providers ranked No paid placements
The Finance Desk · Editorial team, accountants + mortgage brokers + financial planners + conveyancers · Updated 6 June 2026 · How we rank · Editorial standards

Which is the best accountant in Hobart?

Our top-ranked accountant in Hobart for 2026 is Stuart Iles Partners — Stuart Iles Partners is a accounting practice based in North Hobart, Hobart. Runners-up: HLB Mann Judd Hobart (Lorkin Delpero Harris) and Bentleys Tasmania. All 10 providers in this guide serve Hobart and are ranked on verifiable credentials and information transparency, not paid placement.

Based on 10 providers profiled in Hobart, all cross-referenced against the relevant Australian regulator. Independent ranking, no paid placements, no first-party reviews.

Key takeaways

  • 10 listed providers operate in Hobart, TAS (of 143 nationally).
  • Coverage focus: Hobart, Sandy Bay, Glenorchy, New Town, Moonah.
  • Our #1 pick for Hobart: Stuart Iles Partners — best for smsf trustees and members wanting an smsf specialist.
  • Typical accountants pricing in Hobart: $60 to $1,500.
  • Independent comparison, no paid placements. Last reviewed 6 June 2026.

10 Verified Accountants in Hobart, Ranked

1
TPB Tax Agent North Hobart

Stuart Iles Partners is a accounting practice based in North Hobart, Hobart. Specialises in small business accounting, smsf, tax consulting and planning.

Fee structure

Fixed-fee

Founded

Not stated

Registration

TPB-registered

Specialises in: Small business accounting, SMSF, Tax consulting and planning, Business structures and advice.

Best for: SMSF trustees and members wanting an SMSF specialist

Principal Stuart Iles holds a verifiable Tax Practitioners Board tax-agent registration (TPB public register), and the firm has operated continuously for 35+ years.

Note: Verified the firm's homepage (name, 41 Tasma Street North Hobart, phone 03 6234 7588, CPA + Tax Agent), and confirmed the tax-agent registration on the TPB public register.

2
TPB Tax Agent Hobart CBD

HLB Mann Judd Hobart (Lorkin Delpero Harris) (Hobart CBD) is a -qualified accounting firm. Specialises in business advisory, tax, audit and assurance.

Fee structure

Fixed-fee

Founded

Not stated

Registration

TPB-registered

Specialises in: Business advisory, Tax, Audit and assurance, Financial planning.

Best for: SMSF trustees and members wanting an SMSF specialist

Founded in 1976 and a long-serving member of the HLB Mann Judd Australasian Association and HLB International, one of Hobart's oldest chartered accounting practices.

Note: Verified the HLB Hobart location page exists; cross-checked the Hobart office address (31 Davey St) and phone (03 6224 4844) and the Lorkin Delpero Harris heritage via HLB and directory listings (Yelp/White Pages).

3
TPB Tax Agent Battery Point

Bentleys Tasmania, in Battery Point, Hobart, holds credentials. Specialises in business advisory, tax, audit and assurance.

Fee structure

Fixed-fee

Founded

Not stated

Registration

TPB-registered

Specialises in: Business advisory, Tax, Audit and assurance, SMSF and superannuation.

Best for: SMSF trustees and members wanting an SMSF specialist

Was the third Xero Platinum Partner nationally and the first in Tasmania, and part of the Bentleys network of 700+ professionals across Australia and New Zealand.

Note: Confirmed the Bentleys Tasmania office page; verified the Hobart-area office address (39 Sandy Bay Rd, Battery Point) and phone (03 6242 7000) via Bentleys and directory listings (Yelp/Yellow Pages).

4
TPB Tax Agent Hobart CBD

BDO Hobart runs a -led accounting practice in Hobart CBD. Specialises in tax, audit and assurance, business advisory.

Fee structure

Fixed-fee

Founded

Not stated

Registration

TPB-registered

Specialises in: Tax, Audit and assurance, Business advisory, Agribusiness.

Best for: Compliance + advisory across SME and individual returns

The Hobart office is part of BDO, one of the world's largest accounting and advisory networks, operating in Tasmania since the 1970s.

Note: Confirmed the BDO Hobart location page exists; verified the Hobart CBD office address (8/85 Macquarie Street) and phone (03 6234 2499) via BDO directory and listing pages.

5
TPB Tax Agent Rosny Park

Accru Hobart is a accounting practice based in Rosny Park, Hobart. Specialises in tax compliance and advisory, business advisory, business valuations.

Fee structure

Fixed-fee

Founded

Not stated

Registration

TPB-registered

Specialises in: Tax compliance and advisory, Business advisory, Business valuations, Financial planning and wealth management.

Best for: Compliance + advisory across SME and individual returns

Operating since 1975 with a team of around 29, and a member of the Accru and MGI Worldwide international networks.

Note: Verified the Accru Hobart location page directly: office at Level 1, 18 Ross Avenue, Rosny Park 7018 and phone +61 3 6244 5044.

6
TPB Tax Agent Hobart CBD

Rands Advisory Group (Hobart CBD) is a -qualified accounting firm. Specialises in small business accounting and strategy, smsf, tax planning and compliance.

Fee structure

Fixed-fee

Founded

Not stated

Registration

TPB-registered

Specialises in: Small business accounting and strategy, SMSF, Tax planning and compliance, Asset protection structures.

Best for: SMSF trustees and members wanting an SMSF specialist

Successor practice to PKF Tasmania, with a niche in forensic accounting and SMSF advisory for high-net-worth and family-business clients.

Note: pkftasmania.com.au now 301-redirects to randsadvisory.com.au; verified the Rands homepage and the Hobart CBD office address (27 Elizabeth Street, Hobart). Phone omitted as not shown on the page.

7
TPB Tax Agent Hobart CBD

Dawson Lienert Chartered Accountants, in Hobart CBD, Hobart, holds credentials. Specialises in smsf, taxation and compliance, tax planning.

Fee structure

Fixed-fee

Founded

Not stated

Registration

TPB-registered

Specialises in: SMSF, Taxation and compliance, Tax planning, SMSF advisory.

Best for: SMSF trustees and members wanting an SMSF specialist

Independent CA firm that performs all client work in its Hobart office with transparent, upfront fees and no commission or percentage-based charges.

Note: Verified the firm's SMSF page directly: name, Level 1, 174 Collins Street Hobart, phone 03 6224 0803, and Chartered Accountant credentials.

8
TPB Tax Agent SMSF Glenorchy

SMSF Hobart runs a -led accounting practice in Glenorchy. Specialises in smsf administration, smsf annual return lodgement, smsf compliance consulting.

Fee structure

Fixed-fee

Founded

Not stated

Registration

TPB-registered

Specialises in: SMSF administration, SMSF annual return lodgement, SMSF compliance consulting.

Best for: SMSF trustees and members wanting an SMSF specialist

Director Jonathan Carswell is a Chartered Accountant and SMSF Specialist Member of the SMSF Association with 10+ years of SMSF experience and a seat on the SMSF Association's Tasmanian Committee.

Note: Verified the firm's homepage directly: name, 5 Peltro Street Glenorchy 7010, phone (03) 6273 6421, CA + SMSF Association + Registered Tax Agent, and director credentials.

9
TPB Tax Agent Hobart CBD

Macquarie Accounting is a accounting practice based in Hobart CBD, Hobart. Specialises in smsf, taxation, small and medium business accounting.

Fee structure

Fixed-fee

Founded

Not stated

Registration

TPB-registered

Specialises in: SMSF, Taxation, Small and medium business accounting, Business advisory.

Best for: SMSF trustees and members wanting an SMSF specialist

Around 30 years of practice in the Hobart CBD with a stated SMSF specialty and small-to-medium business focus.

Note: Verified the firm's homepage directly: name, Level 1/105 Macquarie St Hobart, phone 03 6224 6400, and IPA/NTAA affiliations.

10
TPB Tax Agent West Moonah

TM Tax Accountants (West Moonah) is a -qualified accounting firm. Specialises in personal tax returns, business tax planning, bookkeeping.

Fee structure

Fixed-fee

Founded

Not stated

Registration

TPB-registered

Specialises in: Personal tax returns, Business tax planning, Bookkeeping, SMSF.

Best for: SMSF trustees and members wanting an SMSF specialist

CPA Australia member and TPB-registered tax agent offering full personal and business tax plus SMSF from a Hobart-metro office.

Note: Verified the firm's homepage directly: name, 20 Ripley Road West Moonah 7009, phone 0432 027 656, CPA Australia member and Registered Tax Agent.

Accountant in Hobart, side by side · Click any header to sort
Provider Price range Service coverage Best for
Stuart Iles Partners Fixed-fee + hourly engagementsCPA Australia memberSMSF trustees and members wanting an SMSF specialist
HLB Mann Judd Hobart (Lorkin Delpero Harris) Hourly + fixed-fee packagesChartered Accountants ANZSMSF trustees and members wanting an SMSF specialist
Bentleys Tasmania Hourly + fixed-fee packagesChartered Accountants & Business AdvisorsSMSF trustees and members wanting an SMSF specialist
BDO Hobart Hourly + fixed-fee packagesBDO national/global networkCompliance + advisory across SME and individual returns
Accru Hobart Hourly + fixed-fee packagesEstablished 1975Compliance + advisory across SME and individual returns
Rands Advisory Group Hourly + fixed-fee packagesChartered accountants and advisorsSMSF trustees and members wanting an SMSF specialist
Dawson Lienert Chartered Accountants Fixed fees agreed upfrontChartered Accountants ANZSMSF trustees and members wanting an SMSF specialist
SMSF Hobart Fixed-fee SMSF packagesSMSF specialist practiceSMSF trustees and members wanting an SMSF specialist
Macquarie Accounting Hourly + fixed-fee packagesHobart CBD (105 Macquarie St)SMSF trustees and members wanting an SMSF specialist
TM Tax Accountants From a fixed fee per tax returnCPA Australia memberSMSF trustees and members wanting an SMSF specialist

Pricing and availability data checked against public sources at time of publication. We do not host first-party reviews; star ratings have been removed from this directory pending a moderated review-collection process.

How we rank accountant in Hobart

We rank providers on objective, publicly verifiable signals — never on star reviews, which we do not collect on this site. We weight regulator registration and credentials (the relevant Australian body for this profession), information transparency (published fees, clear scope), specialisation and service coverage, and operating track record. Best Accountants Australia does not accept payment to feature or rank providers; where referral fees apply, they are disclosed in our footer and do not affect position.

Common questions

FAQs: accountant in Hobart

Who is the best accountant in Hobart?

Our 2026 ranking puts Stuart Iles Partners first for Hobart, best for smsf trustees and members wanting an smsf specialist. We rank on verifiable credentials, information transparency and service coverage — not paid placement. "Best" depends on your specific needs, so use our ranking criteria below and compare 2–3 before committing.

How much do accountants cost in Hobart?

Services typically cost between $60 and $1,500 in Hobart in 2026, depending on scope, provider seniority, and specialisation. Most providers offer free initial quotes; comparing 3 or more before committing is a common consumer approach.

How quickly can I get a quote in Hobart?

Most accountants in Hobart respond to quote requests within 24 hours, and many within the same business day. Submitting your requirements once through a comparison service like Best Accountants Australia returns up to 3 quotes in under a minute.

How much does a tax return cost in Australia in 2026?

Simple PAYG return: $99-$160 (online or basic tax agent). Standard return with rental property or share trading: $250-$450. Complex with multiple income streams, capital gains, business income: $350-$700. Sole trader / contractor: $300-$700. Trust or company tax return: $1,200-$3,500. SMSF: $1,500-$3,000. Tax agent fees are tax-deductible in the following year. Most accountants offer free initial consultations.

Do I really need an accountant or can I do my own tax?

You can lodge yourself via myGov for free, suitable for simple PAYG returns with no investments. However, an experienced accountant typically identifies $300-$2,000 in legitimate deductions you'd miss DIY — usually more than their fee. Use an accountant if you have: investment property, share/crypto trading, multiple jobs, sole trader/contractor income, business income, capital gains, salary sacrifice/novated leasing, or work-related expenses over $300. The peace of mind and audit support is also valuable.

How do I find a good accountant for my small business?

Look for: CPA or CA membership (gold standard), tax agent registration with TPB (verify at tpb.gov.au), 5+ years experience in your industry, Xero or MYOB certified (depending on your software), transparent fixed-fee pricing rather than hourly billing, year-round availability not just tax time, willingness to provide proactive advice. Get 2-3 quotes before deciding. Check Google reviews, ask other small business owners in your industry, avoid accountants who only respond at EOFY.

What's the difference between CPA, CA and IPA accountants?

All three are professional accounting bodies in Australia with similar standards: CPA Australia (Certified Practising Accountant) — 170,000+ members, focus on broader business and government accounting. CA ANZ (Chartered Accountants ANZ) — 136,000+ members, traditionally seen as elite, strong in big-firm advisory. IPA (Institute of Public Accountants) — 35,000+ members, focus on small-to-medium practice. For tax returns and small business work, all three are equivalent quality. Major banks/listed companies tend to prefer CA-qualified accountants for senior roles.

When do I need to lodge my tax return in Australia?

DIY via myGov: 31 October for the previous financial year (ends 30 June). Via registered tax agent: 15 May the following year (about 7 extra months). Late lodgement: $313 fine for first 4 weeks, then increasing penalties. If you're owed a refund and lodge late, no fine — but no refund either until you lodge. Best practice: lodge in July-August for fastest refund (most processed within 14 days).