Business owners are advised to take extra security precautions in the lead up to the end of financial year, as cybercriminals are increasingly targeting businesses with email scams. Businesses may also face extra steps to receive GST refunds as extra controls are put in place to combat a growing number of GST refund fraud attempts. [...]
A reminder that superannuation contributions are only tax deductible in this financial year if they are received in your fund before 30 June. We recommend paying contributions well in advance (we suggest by 17 June, or contact your super fund or clearing house for their advice) to factor in possible processing delays. The base annual [...]
Now is the time to finalise and implement your 2021-22 end of financial year tax plan and ensure any last-minute arrangements are accounted for. Here is a quick list of the common matters that will need your attention now to enjoy possible tax saving and business benefits before 30 June. Now is the time to [...]
Businesses that engage genuinely in the audit process will realise value in the confidence it can bring in terms of business success, financial security, improved profitability, efficiencies and productivity. For those seeking to attract new investors or finance from banks, audit offers additional opportunities to satisfy requirements and provide peace of mind. As Sydney accountants [...]
On Tuesday night, Federal Treasurer Josh Frydenberg handed down the 2022–23 Federal Budget, which puts forward a number of measures aimed at addressing cost of living pressures and boosting investment in innovation and employee skills. Below is a quick overview of highlights for business owners and individuals, as well as a link to download our full 2022-23 Federal [...]
For many business owners, the pandemic has brought forward a renewed interest in succession planning. The disruption has certainly given pause for many to consider how much involvement (if any) they intend to maintain in business, particularly if retirement was already on the radar. Whether you are feeling exhausted after the last two years or [...]
As NSW and the rest of the country begins to reopen, business leaders are focusing on the proactive steps they can take now to operate with greater confidence. Here, we reflect on key lessons learned over the past two years, and consider the focus areas that will help deliver efficiencies, growth and success through the [...]
As part of the response to the COVID-19 crisis, The Tax Practitioner Stewardship Group and the BAS Agent Association Group have extended the Single Touch Payroll (STP) exemption deadline for small employers (those with 19 or fewer employees) needing to report their closely-held payees through STP enabled software from 1 July 2020 to 1 July [...]
The recent sell-off on global share markets due to the economic impact of COVID-19 has highlighted the risks of depending too heavily on a single asset class. Even before the current crisis, the ATO was concerned about a minority of self-managed superannuation funds (SMSFs) with up to 90 per cent of their money in a [...]
The National COVID-19 Coordination Commission (NCCC) has developed a 14-page COVIDSafe plan to assist businesses to keep their staff, clients and community safe as their business operations recommence. The guide includes advice on ensuring people’s safety, how to adapt your business now and in the future and how to access support and assistance. Please click [...]
