Lodge BAS online and manage GST effortlessly
Automatically calculate GST, prepare your Business Activity Statement (BAS) and submit it straight to the Australian Taxation Office (ATO).
Easily track, prepare and
lodge BAS
Reckon One business activity statement software automatically calculates GST (goods and services tax) as you go and prefills BAS, which makes doing your tax and preparing your business activity statement a breeze! You’ll always know how much you owe the ATO and when your BAS due date is, so you’re ready to lodge BAS online quickly and easily.
Manage GST transactions like
a pro
Track and manage GST transactions like a pro from the get-go. Reckon allows you to see individual business transactions and expenses that make up the GST totals in your business activity statements, as well as make GST adjustments from your BAS form as required – it’s GST information made easy and ready for accurate BAS lodgement.
Follow our step-by-step video tutorial for calculating your BAS figures in Reckon One before you lodge your BAS online.
Prepare tax reports for the ATO
Prepare your BAS reporting, PAYG, and GST reports ready to submit to the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) on any device. You can keep track of their status and get your latest business activity statement from the ATO, saving you time and speeding up the BAS lodgement process.
Frequently asked questions about lodging BAS online
Can I lodge BAS online directly with the ATO?
BAS due dates depend on your reporting cycle. Most small businesses lodge their Business Activity Statement (BAS) quarterly, while larger businesses may report monthly.
Quarterly BAS due dates are usually:
- 28 October
- 28 February
- 28 April
- 28 July
Using accounting software helps you track GST reporting periods, prepare your BAS figures, and ensure you lodge your BAS on time with the Australian Taxation Office (ATO).
Can I lodge BAS online directly with the ATO?
Yes. Many businesses choose to lodge BAS online directly with the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) using the ATO Business Portal or myGov.
Using accounting software like Reckon One helps you calculate your GST amounts, generate your Business Activity Statement (BAS) figures and prepare everything before you submit your BAS online. This helps reduce errors and makes BAS lodgement faster.
What is the easiest way to lodge BAS online?
The easiest way to lodge BAS online is by using accounting software that automatically tracks GST, prepares your BAS reports, and calculates the totals required by the ATO.
With Reckon One you can:
- track GST on sales and expenses
- generate BAS reports
- review activity statement totals
- prepare your BAS before submitting it through the ATO portal or via a tax or BAS agent
How do I prepare my BAS with Reckon One?
Reckon One makes BAS preparation and BAS lodgement easy. Run the Reckon One Activity Statement (BAS) report to generate the exact figures needed for your business activity statement before submitting it to the ATO.
You can then save and mark the BAS as lodged to help you stay organised and track your BAS history and reporting periods. All Reckon accounting products are Simpler BAS enabled, including Reckon One.
Follow our step-by-step video tutorial for calculating your BAS figures before you lodge BAS online.
Does a sole trader need to do BAS?
If you’re a sole trader and registered for GST, yes you will need to lodge a Business Activity Statement (BAS) with the ATO.
You must register for GST if:
- Your business has a GST turnover of $75,000 or more per financial year
- Your non-profit organisation has a GST turnover of $150,000 or more per financial year
- You are a taxi driver or ride-sharing driver, regardless of turnover
Our Reckon One BAS software for sole traders makes it easy to prepare and lodge BAS online while keeping accurate GST records.
Do I need an accountant to lodge BAS?
No. Many small businesses and sole traders choose to lodge BAS online themselves. However, you can also work with a registered tax agent or BAS agent who can prepare and lodge your activity statement on your behalf.
Using accounting software like Reckon One makes it easier for both business owners and accountants to review GST transactions, prepare reports and manage BAS lodgement.
What records do I need for BAS reporting?
To prepare your Business Activity Statement (BAS) you need accurate records of:
- sales and income
- business expenses
- GST collected
- GST paid
Keeping organised business records throughout the reporting period ensures your GST reporting and BAS submission remain accurate and compliant with ATO requirements.
How do I record a GST refund in Reckon One?
It’s easy to process a GST refund in Reckon One. Read our article here for the simple steps to record a refund and update your GST reporting correctly.
We’ve also written a handy guide that explains GST refunds, BAS adjustments and claiming GST, helping ensure your BAS lodgement remains accurate.
What happens if I lodge BAS late?
If you miss your BAS due date, the ATO may apply penalties or interest charges.
Using accounting software helps you stay on top of BAS reporting periods, keep accurate business records, and prepare your Business Activity Statement earlier so you can lodge and pay on time.
Try Reckon One free for 30 days and simplify GST tracking, BAS preparation and BAS lodgement for your business.
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