Accounting exec finds clients spooked by govt tinkering
One accounting executive is calling on the government to “let the dust settle” on changes to retirement savings vehicles, particularly super, noting confidence has taken ...
TAX • Mon, 25 Sep 2017
Boutique firm sees 'really different' future for accounting
An Adelaide-based accounting firm has taken a particular focus on upskilling its staff to create its 'best chance' at succeeding in the mid to long term, with one of its ...
BUSINESS • Mon, 25 Sep 2017
'Room for growth' in advice hotspot for accountants
As rates of cognitive decline compound the retirement issues facing older clients, accountants are in prime position to deal with the sensitivities of planning for mental ...
BUSINESS • Sun, 24 Sep 2017
Boutique CEO vows to rule out offshoring
The chief executive of a Victorian accounting and advisory firm has vowed to never engage in offshoring, which it believes can be detrimental to attracting and retaining ...
KPMG argues against 'significant' cost increases in super insurance
KPMG has made recommendations to government following its assessment of insurance in superannuation, finding that tax on insurance payments outweigh the costs of tax ...
SUPER • Sun, 24 Sep 2017
Look to NZ for tax reform policy, says mid-tier
A mid-tier accounting firm has taken aim at Australia’s tax reform strategy, or lack there-of, and has pointed to New Zealand as an example that we should follow.
TAX • Thu, 21 Sep 2017
SMEs demand even simpler 'pain point' BAS
New research from Scottish Pacific has revealed that the number one thing small-to-medium business owners want is to simplify BAS reporting, despite the Simpler BAS ...
Australian alt-fi market growing finds big 4 firm
A new study from KPMG has revealed that Australia has moved up the ranks to become the second largest alternative finance market in Asia-Pacific.
TECHNOLOGY • Thu, 21 Sep 2017
NSW tops list as ATO reveals billions in lost super
The ATO has revealed its latest figures on lost and unclaimed superannuation accounts, with NSW topping the state list
TAX • Wed, 20 Sep 2017
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