MYOB finds shift away from accountants this tax time
There has been a significant increase in the number of SMEs planning to complete their year-end tax preparation themselves this year, creating a challenge for accountants ...
TAX • Wed, 28 Jun 2017
Accounting firms suffering brain drain to commercial sector
Research from a recruitment firm has revealed that many organisations are experiencing an increase in voluntary staff turnover rates, with accounting firms steadily ...
BUSINESS • Wed, 28 Jun 2017
Big 4 firm finds fintech demand on the up with clients
As the adoption rate of fintech in Australia continues to rise, accounting firms should be aware of the opportunities they have and remain nimble in responding to client ...
TECHNOLOGY • Wed, 28 Jun 2017
IGT commences review into ATO’s fraud control
The Inspector-General of Taxation has commenced a review into the ATO’s fraud control management, which one professional body believes is a ploy to regain the public’s ...
Liquidator relinquishes registration following investigation
A Victorian liquidator submitted an enforceable undertaking resulting in the cancellation of his registration by ASIC, after an investigation found he failed to ...
Pitcher Partners announces leadership shuffle
Pitcher Partners has announced a shuffle of its leadership team in Perth, naming a new managing director and a new executive chairman who will focus on developing ...
APPOINTMENTS • Tue, 27 Jun 2017
Time running out for SMSFs to bolster balances
Accountants should be talking to their clients with self-managed super funds (SMSFs) to ensure they are prepared and have their affairs in order ahead of the application ...
SUPER • Tue, 27 Jun 2017
Board of Taxation welcomes CA as new member
The Board of Taxation has appointed a barrister who specialises in taxation as a part-time member, commencing on 1 July.
TAX • Tue, 27 Jun 2017
Licensee with accounting services set for acquisition
Financial services company Easton Investments is set to acquire a mid-tier financial advice licensee that provides limited licensing to accountants.
BUSINESS • Tue, 27 Jun 2017