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Lightweight valuations could tip off the ATO, accountants told

Professionals who have SMSF clients with property assets and have not sought formal valuations where they’re applying...

19 December 2017 • By Miranda Brownlee

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Bookkeepers told to brace for bitcoin

The recent hype around bitcoin, as prices continue to soar, has trickled into the professional services space, as one...

14 December 2017 • By Jotham Lian

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End the bookkeeping ‘land grab’, says consultant

The “turf war” between bookkeepers and accountants loses sight of the focus in placing a client’s need at the...

14 December 2017 • By Jotham Lian

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Accounting firm acquired by foreign-backed network

A firm which has won multiple Australian Accounting Awards has been wholly acquired by a foreign-backed M&A outfit.

12 December 2017 • By Aleks Vickovich

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‘Don’t mess people around’: New portal release comes with warning

The 2018 replacement of the current tax and BAS agent portals has been met with cautious optimism from the Institute...

07 December 2017 • By Katarina Taurian

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Franchisee's poor record-keeping sparks FWO investigation

Poor bookkeeping has been listed as a contributing factor by the Fair Work Ombudsman as it commences legal action...

07 December 2017 • By Jotham Lian

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Association alleges CPA fallout ‘spooked’ regulators

The impact of the CPA saga has been felt by an association seeking recognition by the Tax Practitioners Board.

04 December 2017 • By Aleks Vickovich

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Bookkeeping firms announce merger

In line with its growth and acquisition strategy for the 2017/18 financial year, one bookkeeping network has announced...

04 December 2017 • By Katarina Taurian