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

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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

Business

Australia ‘needs global campaign to repair image’

Next month’s budget should aim to change the narrative and woo back workers and students, says CPA Australia.

14 September 2022 • By Philip King

Appointments

PKF expands into Townsville CBD

Its first North Queensland office reflects the region’s growing importance as a market, the firm says.

14 September 2022 • By Josh Needs

Business

Surge in payment defaults ‘a portent of things to come’

Latest CreditorWatch data shows increasing signs of small businesses in distress.

14 September 2022 • By Philip King

Technology

Intuit Quickbooks takes Canstar Blue top spot

Accounting software scores five stars across a range of customer satisfaction ratings.

13 September 2022 • By Philip King

Regulation

Millions of SMEs could lose short tax amendment window, says CA ANZ

Tighter regulations proposed by Treasury would deprive many small businesses of certainty.

13 September 2022 • By Josh Needs