Appointments

Four-day weeks ‘just a matter of time’, most professionals think

Survey reveals increasing optimism over shorter hours with almost two-thirds expecting them within a decade.

12 April 2023 • By Philip King

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Technology

Latitude rebuffs ransom demand from cyber criminals

The finance group says paying up would encourage further extortion attempts.

11 April 2023 • By Philip King

Business

KPMG expands environmental award for start-ups

Five finalists will get $250,000 worth of KPMG services with the winner receiving a $100,000 prize.

11 April 2023 • By Josh Needs

Appointments

KordaMentha appoints forensic, cyber security specialists

Both partners have over 20 years’ experience in the industry and previously worked for big four accounting firms.

11 April 2023 • By Josh Needs

Business

May budget ‘must deliver for imperilled small business’

The sector deserves star billing as it faces a fresh set of challenges, says Gavan Ord of CPA Australia.

11 April 2023 • By Philip King

Super

SMSF body develops excess member balance tax calculator

Debate continues around the calculation method for the government’s proposed tax on accounts exceeding $3 million, but...

11 April 2023 • By Keeli Cambourne

Business

Potential downturn ‘could be fatal for one-third of SMEs’

A recession could be a knockout blow for businesses rebounding from the pandemic, says a research firm.

11 April 2023 • By Josh Needs

Regulation

Limited licence advisers ‘an endangered species’

Numbers will drop into double digits this year, according to Adviser Ratings.

11 April 2023 • By Jessica Penny

Regulation

ASIC sues Auto & General alleging unfair contracts

The regulator says a requirement by the insurer imposes an “unclear obligation” that could “mislead or confuse”.

06 April 2023 • By Philip King

Regulation

For some, greenhushing means it’s all quiet on the climate front

As ASIC and the ACCC enforce stricter guidelines around greenwashing, many businesses are backtracking on...

06 April 2023 • By Josh Needs

Technology

BGL supplies simple SMSF reporting with accountantsGPS integration

The collaboration will provide clients with a comprehensive analysis of a fund’s compliance and financial situation,...

06 April 2023 • By Josh Needs

Business

RBA decision ‘welcome relief’, say experts

The first rate pause after a year of increases will give the bank time to assess the full effect of previous rises.

05 April 2023 • By Josh Needs

Tax

ATO calls on accountants to ensure smooth FBT returns

As the lodgment date looms, the Tax Office delivers an A to Z on FBT.

05 April 2023 • By Josh Needs

Regulation

Insolvent financial firms put $692m of claims in limbo, AFCA reveals

The compensation scheme of last resort will be crucial for almost 5,000 complaints on hold due to company wind-ups.

05 April 2023 • By Philip King

Business

RBA reveals landmark April interest rate decision

The RBA has announced its cash rate decision following consecutive rate rises to start the year.

04 April 2023 • By Josh Needs

Appointments

William Buck fast-tracks audit specialist to director

The firm’s Victorian branch boosts its team in a complex area during “challenging times”.

06 April 2023 • By Philip King

Business

‘Accountants key’ to meeting tighter ESG rules

Companies will look to tax professionals to help them achieve greater sustainability levels required by increasing...

05 April 2023 • By Josh Needs

Technology

$19m digital advice program aims to move small businesses online

Three suppliers have been named for round two of government’s subsidised technology assistance scheme.

04 April 2023 • By Philip King