TPB addresses industry whistleblowing
The Tax Practitioners Board (TPB) has addressed claims put forward by recent research which indicated that accountants are afraid to blow the whistle on their colleagues
BUSINESS • Mon, 18 Jan 2016
Accounting software provider begins US expansion
An Australian business advisory software provider has begun its push into North America with the acquisition of a US-based membership group for accountants.
TECHNOLOGY • Mon, 18 Jan 2016
Accountants warned about industry's attitude to cybercrime
The sensitive nature of information at an accountant’s disposal has made them a prime target for hacks and breaches, with one expert urging firms to act with vigilance
TECHNOLOGY • Fri, 15 Jan 2016
'Tech-savvy' accountants turning to social media
Research released by CBA reveals more accounting firms are turning to social media to win business and improve client engagement.
TECHNOLOGY • Wed, 13 Jan 2016
Accountants deemed liable in penalty tax hearing
A prominent mid-tier firm has been found liable for substantial tax penalties after it failed in its appeal of a court case involving the Chief Commissioner of State ...
TAX • Wed, 13 Jan 2016
UK tax network announces Australian expansion
A prominent UK-based accounting network has confirmed plans to move into the Australian market, with the first franchise set to open its doors in February.
TAX • Mon, 11 Jan 2016
'Information overload' could alienate clients, warns expert
A desire to over-analyse facts and figures could potentially serve as an accountant’s "downfall" when dealing with SME clients, according to one industry expert.
BUSINESS • Sun, 10 Jan 2016
Mid-tier appointed to Slater and Gordon investigation
Two major banks have appointed a prominent mid-tier advisory firm to lead an investigation into the books of Slater and Gordon, after a tumultuous 2015 for the law firm
APPOINTMENTS • Thu, 07 Jan 2016
Advisers warned on SMSF insurance risks
An industry consultant has warned SMSF practitioners about the risks of failing to consider their clients' insurance arrangements, with a lack of consideration possibly ...
SUPER • Thu, 07 Jan 2016
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