Synnch

Synnch is an Australian R&D grant advisory firm, headquartered on the Gold Coast, specialising in assisting businesses with the Research and Development Tax Incentive (RDTI). Established in 2018 by founder Andrew Antonopoulos, the company emerged from a recognition that many innovative businesses were missing out on this crucial government funding due to the complexity and time-consuming nature of the application and compliance processes. Synnch aims to democratise access to the RDTI, transforming a historically intricate and often costly endeavour into a streamlined, efficient, and audit-ready process. Their core offering combines a sophisticated digital platform with advisory services, enabling businesses to confidently claim their eligible R&D expenses. Synnch’s innovative approach centres on providing solutions that address the inefficiencies inherent in traditional R&D tax consulting models.

What sets Synnch apart is its hybrid approach combining smart software with flexible consulting options. Unlike conventional consultant-first models that often charge substantial percentages of the R&D rebate, Synnch offers clients the choice of a tech-only subscription or a fixed-fee package that includes a vetted consultant. This model can significantly reduce client costs, potentially cutting internal administration expenses by up to 60% and consultant fees by as much as 50%. The cloud-based platform provides a central hub for R&D record-keeping, facilitating real-time tracking of expenditure, in-platform collaboration, and integration with accounting software like Xero, ensuring that claims are accurate and audit-ready from the outset.

Synnch serves a diverse clientele, including small startups, established innovative businesses, accountants, and R&D consultants across Australia. The platform is designed to assist claimants in self-assessing eligibility, documenting core and supporting R&D activities, and preparing comprehensive claims. Key features include R&D Timesheets for compliant record-keeping, R&D Expenditure for Xero integration to track spending, and the R&D Record Finder for Jira, which automates the identification of R&D activities in software development projects. This focus on user-friendly tools and robust compliance frameworks helps businesses leverage the R&D Tax Incentive as a strategic source of non-dilutive capital.

Looking forward, Synnch has demonstrated a clear ambition for growth and international expansion. After establishing a strong presence in the Australian claimant market, the company began exploring opportunities to offer its platform to government bodies in other countries with similar R&D incentive programs. In 2019, founder Andrew Antonopoulos expressed confidence in expanding into jurisdictions such as New Zealand, Norway, and Canada, aiming to embed the Synnch platform into their national R&D tax claims systems. Furthermore, Synnch has forged strategic partnerships, such as its 2026 collaboration with Cohort Innovation Space, to provide streamlined R&D processes to accelerator participants and members, further solidifying its role as a leading innovator in R&D tax management solutions. This continuous pursuit of efficiency and wider accessibility underscores Synnch's commitment to supporting global innovation.