Elite plus Accounting

Financial Clarity for Caterers & Hospitality Teams

Running a catering or hospitality business means juggling staff, suppliers, and seasonal demand — all while delivering outstanding service. At Elite Plus Accounting, we take the stress out of the numbers by managing your bookkeeping, payroll, and financial reporting. From menu costing to event profitability, we help you stay compliant, keep cash flow steady, and plan for sustainable growth.

Caterers’ Guide to Bookkeeping & Finance

Caterers’ Guide to Bookkeeping & Finance

Managing finances in catering and hospitality is more complex than many industries. Between menu costing, event deposits, supplier invoices, payroll, and seasonal fluctuations, caterers need financial systems that provide real-time clarity and control.

At Elite Plus Accounting, we specialise in hospitality finance — helping catering businesses across Australia and New Zealand stay compliant and profitable. Our accountants and Virtual CFOs streamline your bookkeeping, cash flow, and BAS reporting, while also giving you the strategic insights needed for catering business growth.

Whether it’s reconciling daily transactions, reviewing food and labour costs, or building a long-term financial strategy, we make sure your numbers support your service. With tailored bookkeeping and Virtual CFO services, you gain both the detail and the big-picture clarity to grow with confidence.

Why Caterers Choose Elite Plus Accounting

Caterers choose us because we understand the fast-paced, cost-sensitive world of hospitality — and build financial systems that keep your business profitable, compliant, and stress-free

Why Caterers Choose Elite Plus Accounting
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Profitability you can taste

We review food costs, labour margins, and overheads to ensure your pricing reflects the true cost of service.

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We understand hospitality finance

From menu costing to event-based billing, we know the financial flow of catering and hospitality businesses.

Profit First, Not Just Compliance

Cash flow made simple

We help you manage deposits, supplier payments, and seasonal peaks so you’re never caught short during busy periods.

Compliance without the headaches

Compliance without stress

Payroll, super, BAS, and award rates in hospitality can be complex — we make sure your team gets paid correctly and compliance is always up to date.

Who We Work With in Catering & Hospitality

Our accounting solutions are designed for all types of catering and hospitality businesses — from solo operators to multi-venue groups across Australia and New Zealand.

Here are the types of clients we support:
Independent Caterers

Independent Caterers & Sole Traders

Staying on top of invoicing, supplier payments, and seasonal cash flow.

Event & Function Caterers

Event & Function Caterers

Managing deposits, milestone billing, and profitability across multiple events.

Large Architecture Practices

Corporate Catering Providers

Tracking recurring client contracts, payroll, and overheads to protect margins.

Wedding & Special Occasion

Wedding & Special Occasion Caterers

Handling deposits, supplier invoices, and job profitability for big events.

Hospitality Groups & Multi-Venue Operators

Consolidated reporting, intercompany reconciliations, and strategic financial oversight across locations.

Food Truck

Food Truck & Mobile Caterers

Simple compliance, BAS/GST management, and cash flow planning for mobile operations.

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Our Experience Across Australia & New Zealand

With years of hands-on hospitality and catering experience, we understand the unique challenges food businesses face: menu costing, supplier management, staff awards, and seasonal cash flow peaks. Our tailored accounting and Virtual CFO services give you clear visibility over event profitability, supplier trends, and long-term financial strategy — so you can focus on creating memorable dining experiences while we take care of the numbers.

What Our Client Says

Real feedback from caterers, food truck operators, and hospitality businesses who trust Elite Plus Accounting to keep their finances clear, compliant, and focused on sustainable growth.

“Having a Virtual CFO who understands food costing and supplier management has been a game-changer. I finally feel in control of my margins.”

Co-Founder, Multi-Venue Hospitality Group, Auckland

Co-Founder, Multi-Venue Hospitality Group, Auckland

Multi-Venue Hospitality Group, Auckland

“Payroll and compliance in hospitality can be a nightmare. Elite Plus streamlined it all — staff get paid correctly, awards are applied properly, and I have peace of mind.”

Manager, Corporate Catering Provider, Brisbane

Manager, Corporate Catering Provider, Brisbane

Corporate Catering Provider, Brisbane

“We used to struggle with seasonal cash flow. Now, with forecasting and planning from Elite Plus, we know when to invest and when to hold back.”

Owner, Wedding & Special Occasion Caterer, Sydney

Owner, Wedding & Special Occasion Caterer, Sydney

Wedding & Special Occasion Caterer, Sydney

“Elite Plus transformed the way we manage event profitability. Their reporting shows exactly which functions are profitable and where costs are creeping up.”

Director, Event Catering Company, Melbourne

Director, Event Catering Company, Melbourne

Event Catering Company, Melbourne

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Let’s build a stronger, more profitable catering business together.

Book your free consultation today and discover how Elite Plus Accounting can help streamline your bookings, manage supplier costs, improve cash flow, and provide the financial clarity you need to grow with confidence.

Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Do you understand the complexities of hospitality payroll and award rates?

Yes — we ensure correct awards, penalty rates, and super are applied so your team is always paid accurately and on time.

Absolutely. We forecast busy and quiet periods so you know when to hold cash, when to invest, and how to stay profitable year-round.

We set up dashboards and reports that show the true cost of each event — including food, labour, and overheads — so you know which jobs deliver the best margins.

Yes — we streamline supplier invoices, track food costs, and make sure you always know where your money is going.

We support everyone from independent caterers and food trucks to multi-venue hospitality groups across Australia and New Zealand.