Accountants told to 'not be afraid of technology'
A lot of fear still remains in the accounting industry around technology, which one big four director believes can be abolished through education.
TECHNOLOGY • Mon, 04 Sep 2017
Big 4 firm spots 'reverse in trend' for accounting
Accounting firms are now much more likely to choose technologies based on their efficiency than their functionality, according to one big four executive, in what the firm ...
TECHNOLOGY • Sun, 03 Sep 2017
App launched for accountants eyeing Chinese clients
A new mobile app has been launched which Australian accountants believe will assist them in building their Chinese investor client bases.
Mid-tier snares big 4 director to boost tax services
A new director at Pitcher Partners Perth has shared plans to focus on boosting the firm’s international tax services as new policies shake up the area, after coming ...
TAX • Sun, 03 Sep 2017
Second tranche of insolvency reforms kick in
The corporate regulator has reminded the industry to be aware of the commencement of phase two of the Insolvency Law Reform Act 2016, following the implementation of the ...
ATO finds 'large number' of errors on tax returns
One national tax network director has urged accountants to remain vigilant after the ATO issued a reminder to tax professionals to ensure that working holiday makers file ...
TAX • Thu, 31 Aug 2017
Lawyer notes spike in bullying, stress in accounting
Increasing competition within the accounting industry is leading to increased mental stress, harassment and bullying, according to a personal and workplace injury lawyer
REGULATION • Thu, 31 Aug 2017
Opportunity for accountants as SMEs struggle with efficiency
New research has found that while SMEs' efficiency is rising, multiple hurdles are holding them back from their full potential, which accountants can help to break down
TECHNOLOGY • Thu, 31 Aug 2017
Unpaid overtime prevalent in accounting industry
Research from a recruitment company has found that overtime is increasing in professional services, with a “grey area” around what is considered a typical working week
BUSINESS • Wed, 30 Aug 2017
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