Business

Accountants advised on fraud detection tips for the new year

Accounting firms looking to expand into new services this year should consider potential fraud risks and how to...

13 January 2025 • By Miranda Brownlee

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Business

Demand for succession planning advice tipped to soar

A growing number of business owners need help with succession, family trust and Division 7A issues, according to an...

14 January 2025 • By Christine Chen

Business

Government bolsters scam education to deter fraudsters

The government has announced the rollout of another scam campaign aimed at decreasing scam losses and establishing...

14 January 2025 • By Imogen Wilson

Appointments

BDO poaches more big 4 talent, breaks 300-partner mark

The hires show the firm is continuing to attract top talent from the industry, chief executive partner Tony Schiffmann...

13 January 2025 • By Christine Chen

Business

‘Ridiculous’ workloads tipping practices over the edge, expert warns

Working overtime has become the norm for many accountants with bloated client bases, according to consultant Amanda...

13 January 2025 • By Christine Chen

Business

‘Grim business future’ to be overcome by mums and pensioners: Business NSW

A shortage of critical skills and workers could be aided by mothers and seniors looking to re-enter the workforce, a...

13 January 2025 • By Imogen Wilson

Business

SMEs dealing with ‘conflicting messages’ on cash payments, says IPA

The IPA has said that the government’s cash mandate may result in additional costs for businesses that previously...

10 January 2025 • By Miranda Brownlee

Business

Accounting ranked as one of the world’s fastest-declining jobs

The World Economic Forum has predicted AI and automation will displace many accountants, auditors and bookkeepers by...

10 January 2025 • By Christine Chen

Super

SMC calls for teenage super law to be scrapped

The peak super body has called for the removal of an outdated super law which denies teenagers up to $10,000 from...

10 January 2025 • By Imogen Wilson

Tax

Looming election casts uncertainty over key tax measures: Tax Institute

The upcoming election this year will make tax planning for clients more uncertain and challenging, according to the...

10 January 2025 • By Miranda Brownlee

Tax

New Airbnb tax raises concern for Victorian tourism sector

The Victorian tourism industry has expressed concern the newly effective 7.5 per cent Airbnb tax will deter travellers...

09 January 2025 • By Imogen Wilson

Business

Joint bodies challenge ‘contradictory’ CDR expansion

The joint accounting bodies have welcomed the inclusion of non-bank lenders in the Consumer Data Right expansion with...

09 January 2025 • By Imogen Wilson

Regulation

Howarth open to expanding provision of advice by accountants

The shadow minister says, if elected, he would consider examining how accountants could play a greater role in...

09 January 2025 • By Miranda Brownlee

Business

Resilience coach calls for accounting partners to be more attentive

Accounting firms need to recognise the critical signs of burnout and chronic stress in their employees to ensure staff...

09 January 2025 • By Imogen Wilson

Regulation

Breach reporting changes ‘coming home to roost’, says IPA

The professional body is seeing a rising influx of inquiries and practical issues emerging from the significant breach...

08 January 2025 • By Miranda Brownlee

Super

Underpaid super affects 1 in 4 NT workers, tax data reveals

The Super Members Council continues to push for payday super as data reveals Northern Territory workers missing out on...

08 January 2025 • By Imogen Wilson

Business

Accounting firms expected to ramp up skill search: Robert Half

Recruitment and hiring are set to “heat up” across the accounting industry in 2025 as firms aim to address skill...

08 January 2025 • By Imogen Wilson

Business

Survey flags technology as top business challenge for 2025

Australian business leaders are set to focus on overcoming digital transformation and emerging technology challenges...

07 January 2025 • By Imogen Wilson