Are You Considering Outsourcing Your Bookkeeping? Here's What You Need To Know

By
Ash Wickrama
June 18, 2025
4 Min Read

Running a medical practice in Australia is no easy task. Whether you're running at consulting suite, day surgery or day hospital, your primary focus is always on patient care. But behind the scenes, there’s an ongoing need to manage appointments, staff, technology, and of course, your finances.

Bookkeeping, while essential, is often one of the most time-consuming and overlooked aspects of running a healthcare business. If you're like many medical professionals, you've probably felt the pressure of trying to stay on top of bills, BAS reporting, payroll, superannuation, and compliance - all while managing the day-to-day operations of your clinic.

That’s why more and more medical professionals across Australia are choosing to outsource their bookkeeping. It’s a practical, cost-effective, and stress-free way to ensure your financials are handled accurately and professionally, and it frees you up to do what you do best.

Let’s explore why outsourcing is not just a smart decision, but a strategic one, especially when you partner with an experienced provider like Medical Wizard Business Services.

Why Bookkeeping Can Be a Burden for Medical Practices  

Financial administration in a medical practice comes with its own unique challenges. Apart from managing your revenue and expenses, there are also ATO obligations, payroll processing, super contributions, Medicare billing, and financial reporting to think about.

Many medical professionals and practice managers find themselves facing:

  • Limited time to manage financial tasks consistently
  • Lack of real-time financial visibility, making it hard to forecast or budget
  • Risk of non-compliance, leading to fines or audits
  • Difficulty hiring and retaining skilled in-house bookkeepers
  • Concerns around data security and patient confidentiality

When these issues pile up, they create unnecessary stress and can even affect the financial health of your practice. The good news is, there’s a simple solution and it comes with a long list of benefits.

The Benefits of Outsourcing Bookkeeping  

Outsourcing your bookkeeping gives you access to experienced professionals who specialise in keeping your finances accurate, compliant, and up to date. Here's why it makes sense for busy medical practices:

Access to Skilled Experts

With outsourced bookkeeping, you're not just hiring someone to manage numbers. You're gaining a professional team that understands accounting standards, ATO regulations, and healthcare business requirements. This level of expertise ensures that everything from BAS lodgements to monthly reports is done correctly and on time.

Significant Cost Savings

Hiring a full-time, in-house bookkeeper can be expensive when you factor in wages, training, superannuation, leave entitlements, and admin overhead. Outsourcing allows you to pay only for the services you need, often saving between 40% and 60% compared to in-house staff. It’s a more efficient way to manage your financial operations without compromising on quality.

Greater Flexibility and Scalability

Whether you're running a solo practice or managing multiple clinics, outsourced bookkeeping scales with your business. As your needs grow, your team can grow with you - you don't need to worry about recruitment or training.

Modern Technology and Real-Time Access

Today’s outsourced bookkeeping providers use secure, cloud-based tools that integrate seamlessly with popular accounting software like Xero, MYOB, and even your EMR system. This means you can view reports, check your cash flow, and access your financials any time you need, from anywhere.

Why Choose Us As Your Outsourcing Destination?  

Our experts are based in Sri Lanka, a country that has built a strong reputation as a global hub for finance and accounting services with the Big Four all present. The country offers a highly educated, English-speaking workforce with qualifications aligned to international standards, including CPA, ACCA, and CIMA certifications.

Bookkeeping experts in Sri Lanka are known for:

  • Strong communication skills and attention to detail
  • A deep understanding of global accounting practices and tax laws
  • A client-focused approach, offering both professionalism and responsiveness
  • Competitive pricing with no compromise on service quality
  • Convenient time zone alignment with Australia for easy collaboration

How Medical Wizard Business Services Delivers Peace of Mind  

At Medical Wizard Business Services, we understand the unique challenges that medical professionals face when it comes to managing finances. Our team specialises in supporting Australian healthcare practices with bookkeeping services that are secure, accurate, and tailored to your business needs.

Healthcare-Specific Knowledge

Because we work exclusively with medical professionals, we understand how Medicare, private billing, and mixed-revenue models affect your financial records. Our team is trained to handle the complexities of healthcare finance, so you don't have to explain the basics - we already speak your language.

Strict Data Security and Confidentiality

We take your data security seriously. With bank-level encryption, multi-factor authentication, and secure document handling, you can trust that your business and patient information is in safe hands. We follow all Australian Privacy Laws and global data protection standards to ensure complete confidentiality.

Integrated with Your Practice Systems

Our bookkeeping services can be easily integrated with your accounting software and, if you're a Medical Wizard EMR user, your practice management system. This creates a seamless, end-to-end process that reduces duplication, streamlines communication, and improves efficiency.

Friendly, Reliable Support

Our teams based in Australia and Sri Lanka work closely with to deliver a responsive, professional service. You’ll have a dedicated contact who understands your practice and keeps your books running smoothly, all without adding extra stress to your day.

Let Us Help You Streamline Your Practice  

Outsourcing your bookkeeping isn’t just about saving money - it’s about building a more efficient, compliant, and profitable practice. With a trusted partner like Medical Wizard Business Services, you’ll gain a reliable team of experts who care about your success as much as you do.

If you’re ready to take the stress out of bookkeeping, gain back your time, and strengthen the financial foundations of your practice, we’d love to hear from you.

Contact us today to learn more about our customised bookkeeping solutions for medical professionals in Australia. Let’s make your practice run smarter - together.

Ash Wickrama
Customer Acquisition Associate
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