Appointments

Grant Thornton appoints 15-year staffer as tech chief

The private advisory partner becomes the firm’s national head of technology, media and telecommunications.

21 September 2022 • By Josh Needs

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Business

‘Pandemic flexibility and family focus has stuck’

Working life has changed for the better in the wake of the pandemic, says Mazars managing partner Matthew Ashley.

20 September 2022 • By Philip King

Tax

ATO’s interest charges hit highest level in seven years

General and shortfall rate increases this year have outpaced rises by the RBA.

20 September 2022 • By Josh Needs

Regulation

Crypto fest to debate tightening regulations

With 1 million Australians now dabbling in digital assets, experts gather to discuss the issues this weekend on the...

16 September 2022 • By Josh Needs

Technology

Wolters Kluwer practice manager integrates with FeeSynergy Collect

The development will save administrative staff time while improving cash flow, said the firm.

19 September 2022 • By Josh Needs

Business

Accounting should portray itself as the essential business toolkit

To attract degree students back to the courses, the image of the profession needs to reflect its versatile reality,...

19 September 2022 • By Philip King

Regulation

RBA Governor backs global standard for sustainability reporting

Dr Lowe’s support for the ISSB is a welcome step towards consistent environmental standards, says CPA Australia.

19 September 2022 • By Philip King

Super

‘Common sense’ needed in NALE conversation, says ATO

The ATO wants industry to focus on the big issues with non-arm's length income and expenditure.

19 September 2022 • By Miranda Brownlee

Business

Insolvencies to rise across the region, say GRIP members

The specialist network believes it will be a vital resource when helping cross-border clients.

16 September 2022 • By Josh Needs

Business

‘Little to celebrate’ in labour market data

A slight rise in unemployment and fewer accounting job ads last month do not signal an end to the talent drought, says...

16 September 2022 • By Philip King, Josh Needs

Regulation

Greenwashing focus ‘changing the game on ESG’

Companies are increasingly aware that reporting will be mandatory soon, says HLB Mann Judd specialist.

16 September 2022 • By Philip King

Appointments

Whistleblower service Your Call appoints ex-KPMG director as CEO

After 23 years at a big four firm, Lauren Witherdin takes over at the independent provider.

15 September 2022 • By Josh Needs

Regulation

Star report ‘shines light on hostility to internal audits’

Casino bosses played a high-stakes game but they are hardly alone, says professional body.

15 September 2022 • By Philip King

Tax

ATO to quiz professionals over profit allocation arrangements

A dedicated team within the Tax Office will begin contacting those with high-risk arrangements.

15 September 2022 • By Miranda Brownlee

Business

High-flying CEOs know how to land low taxes

Thrill-seeking bosses leave their companies better off, says Deakin Uni study.

15 September 2022 • By Josh Needs

Appointments

Grant Thornton merges with AML specialist Initialism

The increased focus on money laundering and fraud motivated the move, the firms said.

15 September 2022 • By Josh Needs

Technology

MYOB acquires workplace financial services platform Flare

The acquisition enables MYOB to be a “vital partner in the full lifecycle” of SMEs, says the chief executive.

14 September 2022 • By Josh Needs

Technology

QuickFee partners with Aon to reduce risk and improve cash flow

The financing provider will now be able to offer professional indemnity products to its Australian client base.

14 September 2022 • By Josh Needs