Free Accounting Software for Australian Small Businesses
Simplify your bookkeeping, invoicing, payroll and tax compliance with Gimbla — the free accounting platform built for Australian businesses. Lodge BAS, run payroll with STP reporting, and keep your finances organised without the hefty subscription fees.
Everything You Need to Run Your Finances
From sending invoices to lodging your BAS, Gimbla covers the full accounting workflow for Australian businesses.
Invoicing & Quotes
Create professional invoices, quotes and purchase orders. Automate payment reminders and track outstanding amounts in real time.
Bank Reconciliation
Connect your bank accounts for automatic transaction imports. Match and categorise transactions with smart rules that learn your patterns.
BAS & Tax Reporting
Calculate GST automatically and generate BAS reports ready for lodgement. Stay compliant with ATO requirements without the stress.
Payroll & STP
Run payroll for your team with automatic super calculations, tax withholding and Single Touch Payroll (STP Phase 2) reporting direct to the ATO.
Expense Tracking
Capture receipts, track business expenses and categorise spending. Keep everything organised for tax time with minimal effort.
Financial Reports
Generate profit & loss, balance sheets, cash flow statements and aged receivables. Get clear visibility into your business performance.
Why Australian Businesses Choose Gimbla
Built from the ground up for the Australian market, Gimbla understands the unique needs of local businesses.
Genuinely Free
No credit card required, no feature gating, no surprise pricing tiers. Gimbla gives small businesses access to professional accounting tools without cost barriers.
Built for Australia
GST handling, BAS preparation, STP Phase 2, superannuation calculations and ABN validation are all native features — not afterthoughts bolted onto a US product.
Simple to Use
You don't need an accounting degree to manage your books. Gimbla's clean interface guides you through every task with plain-English explanations.
Cloud-Based & Secure
Access your accounts from anywhere on any device. Your data is encrypted, backed up daily and hosted on Australian servers for data sovereignty.
Single Touch Payroll Made Simple
STP Phase 2 compliance shouldn't be complicated. Gimbla reports your payroll data directly to the ATO every time you run a pay cycle — automatically.
- ✓ Automatic STP Phase 2 reporting with every pay run
- ✓ Tax withholding, super guarantee and salary sacrifice calculations
- ✓ Employee self-service portal for payslips and tax summaries
- ✓ End-of-year finalisation reports lodged directly with the ATO
- ✓ Support for casual, part-time and full-time employees
Get Started in Three Steps
Sign Up for Free
Create your account in under two minutes. No credit card, no contracts, no lock-in periods.
Connect Your Bank
Link your business bank accounts for automatic transaction imports and reconciliation.
Manage Your Books
Send invoices, track expenses, run payroll and lodge BAS — all from one dashboard.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Gimbla really free?
Yes. Gimbla is free for small businesses. There are no hidden charges, no trial periods and no feature restrictions. The platform is designed to make professional accounting accessible to every Australian business.
Does Gimbla support Single Touch Payroll (STP)?
Gimbla fully supports STP Phase 2. Every time you process a pay run, the payroll data is automatically reported to the ATO. Year-end finalisation is also handled within the platform.
Can I lodge my BAS through Gimbla?
Gimbla calculates your GST and generates BAS reports that are ready for lodgement. You can review the figures and submit directly through the platform or provide the completed report to your accountant.
Is my data secure?
Your financial data is protected with bank-level 256-bit SSL encryption. All data is backed up daily and stored on secure Australian servers, ensuring compliance with local data sovereignty regulations.
Who is Gimbla best suited for?
Gimbla is built for sole traders, freelancers and small businesses in Australia. Whether you're a tradesperson, consultant, retailer or service provider, the platform adapts to your industry needs.
Can my accountant access Gimbla?
You can invite your accountant or BAS agent to access your Gimbla account with their own login. They can review your books, make adjustments and prepare lodgements without needing your credentials.
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