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Kate O’Mara - Visionary Woman Founder to Watch — 2026
- Women Story
- Jan 21
- 3 min read
Category
Financial Services · Bookkeeping · Small Business Support · BAS & Payroll Compliance · Founder-Led Professional Services
Kate O’Mara
Founder & Managing Director, Business Angels Bookkeeping
📍 Based in: Brisbane, Australia
“When business owners truly understand their numbers, they make better decisions — and that’s where real growth begins.”
Why She Matters
For countless small business owners, bookkeeping is the invisible weight that steals time, energy, and confidence. Kate O’Mara has made it her mission to change that.
As the founder of Business Angels Bookkeeping, Kate doesn’t just keep businesses compliant — she helps founders understand their numbers, regain control of cash flow, and build businesses that are profitable, resilient, and sustainable. Her work turns confusion into clarity and stress into strategy.
Company Overview
Company Name: Business Angels Bookkeeping
Industry: Bookkeeping · Small Business Finance · Compliance & Advisory
Headquarters: Brisbane, QLD
Website: bizangels.com.au
LinkedIn Profile URL: www.linkedin.com/in/kate-o-mara-90b798388
What the Company Does
Business Angels Bookkeeping partners with small business owners to deliver accurate, proactive, and education-led financial support — far beyond basic compliance.
Core services include:
Day-to-Day Bookkeeping: bank reconciliations, AP/AR, payroll, debt recovery
Cashflow Management & Reporting: practical insights, not accounting jargon
Compliance Services: BAS & IAS lodgements, STP finalisations, Payroll Tax, TPAR
Process & Efficiency Improvements: better systems, better decisions
What sets the firm apart is its partnership mindset — helping clients understand what the numbers are saying and how to use them to move forward with confidence.
Founder’s Journey & Philosophy
With over 20 years working in and alongside small businesses, Kate’s expertise was forged in the real world — not behind a distant desk.
She has supported:
Startups to established operators
Trades, hospitality, real estate, tech, retail, and e-commerce businesses
Owners who are time-poor, overwhelmed, or unsure why “busy” doesn’t equal profitable
Kate believes bookkeeping should:
Reduce stress, not add to it
Enable smarter decisions, not just meet deadlines
Feel supportive, human, and empowering
Her approach is straight-talking, proactive, and deeply invested in client success.
Key Achievements & Milestones
📈 60% year-on-year revenue growth — two years in a row
👥 60% team growth, scaled without compromising quality or culture
🤝 Built a referral-driven business with no advertising or social media until 2026
🌱 Growth powered entirely through BNI relationships, trust, and word-of-mouth
⭐ Created a business built on raving fans and 10/10 customer experience
Client retention, referrals, and advocacy are now the company’s strongest growth engines.
Awards & Recognition
🏆 Australian Enterprise Awards 2026 Best Bookkeeping & Business Support Firm – Queensland
This recognition reflects not just technical excellence — but service quality, integrity, and impact.
Why She’s One to Watch in 2026
As small business owners demand more than compliance, Kate O’Mara is leading a shift toward financial literacy as a growth tool.
In 2026, she stands out for:
Scaling sustainably without shortcuts
Turning bookkeeping into a strategic advantage
Building trust-led growth in a noisy market
Elevating service standards across the industry
Impact Beyond the Numbers
Gives founders back time, clarity, and peace of mind
Helps businesses move from survival to sustainable profitability
Builds confidence through financial understanding
Strengthens the small business ecosystem with education-first support
Kate O’Mara proves that exceptional bookkeeping isn’t about spreadsheets — it’s about people, clarity, and trust.
Through Business Angels Bookkeeping, she’s helping small business owners stop guessing, start understanding, and grow with confidence.
That’s why Kate O’Mara is a Visionary Woman Founder to Watch in 2026.
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