Ivy Bookkeeping and Beam Bookkeeping have recently joined forces, marking an exciting new chapter for bookkeeping services in Port Stephens.
Ivy Bookkeeping has been a well-known and trusted local bookkeeping business in the Port Stephens community, built on strong client relationships, personalised service, and a genuine understanding of local business needs.
Beam Bookkeeping is an award winning bookkeeping and payroll firm supporting businesses across Newcastle, the Hunter, Sydney, and now Port Stephens. Beam specialises in bookkeeping, payroll, BAS and compliance, reporting, business systems support, and providing business owners with reliable financial information so they can make confident decisions.
The merger brings together strong local presence and relationships with solid systems, technical expertise, and service structure. This allows us to continue delivering the personable, local service that our clients know and value, while also providing the additional support, capacity, and resources of the broader team. We are thrilled to officially expand Beam’s presence in Port Stephens and continue supporting local businesses across the region.
2. What do you LOVE about being a part of the business community in Port Stephens?
Port Stephens has such a strong sense of community, and that is what we love most. Local businesses genuinely support each other, celebrate each other’s wins, and understand the importance of keeping business local where possible.
There is a real mix of industries in the area, from tourism and hospitality through to trades, professional services, health, retail, clubs, and community organisations. That variety makes Port Stephens a dynamic and exciting place to do business.
We also love the relationships. Business in Port Stephens feels personal. People know each other, refer to each other, and want to see the whole region succeed. Being part of that local business network is something we are really proud of.
3. What are the 3 best features and benefits of Ivy Bookkeeping/Beam Bookkeeping?
a. Local relationships backed by a larger team
The Ivy and Beam merger means clients continue to receive local, relationship-based support in Port Stephens, while also gaining access to the broader knowledge, systems, and diversity in the team.
b. Specialist bookkeeping and payroll expertise
Beam Bookkeeping provides support across bookkeeping, payroll, BAS, compliance, management reporting, business systems, and end-of-month processes. Our team works with businesses across many industries, which means we understand the practical challenges business owners face and can provide support that is both accurate and commercially useful.
c. Reliable information for better business decisions
Good bookkeeping is about more than keeping records up to date. It gives business owners clarity. We help clients understand their numbers, meet their compliance obligations, improve processes, and feel more in control of their business finances.
4. Why did you choose to become a member of BPS?
Joining Business Port Stephens was a natural step for us. As Beam Bookkeeping expands its local presence, we want to be actively involved in the Port Stephens business community, not just operating within it. BPS provides a great opportunity to connect with other local businesses, support regional growth, and contribute to conversations that matter to business owners in the area.
We believe strong local networks are essential for regional business success, and we are excited to be part of a chamber that champions, connects, and advocates for the Port Stephens business community.
5. Shout out to your favourite local businesses in Port Stephens!
There are so many wonderful businesses across Port Stephens, and one of the best things about the area is the variety and quality of local operators.
We would love to give a shout out to the local businesses that continue to support the region, from the cafes, restaurants, retailers, tourism operators, trades, professional services, clubs, and community organisations that make Port Stephens such a vibrant place to live, work, and visit. A special mention to Terry White Nelson Bay, Cellar Café, Fingal Bay Cellars, Port Stephens Events, Artisan Collective, The Game O, Macca’s Lawn Care Services, Samurai Healing, Graffiti Surf Designs, Jake’s Plumbing, Aqualux Detailing and Welltribe Collective, just to name a few.
We especially want to acknowledge the businesses that have supported us over the years and those who have welcomed Beam Bookkeeping into the Port Stephens community. We are excited to continue building relationships and supporting local businesses throughout the region.