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  1. Beware barter credit tax, super schemes, ATO cautions

    then donating these barter credits to DGR and claiming a larger tax deduction than they’re entitled to, which would lead to those involved having to repay the tax, face heavy penalties, interest and potential legal action. Dale said under the promoter...

  2. Payday super part 2: not quite ‘all systems go’

    used by employers and superannuation funds to record, report and process SG contributions. Further: Providing 18 months in lead time between the planned legislation of the changes in late 2024 and the start date of 1 July 2026 will also mitigate...

  3. ATO invites feedback on updated rental tax deduction compliance guide

    out during ‘peak periods.’ “The ATO’s draft interpretation states that using such properties during ‘peak periods’ may lead to a conclusion that the holiday home is not mainly used to produce assessable income,” Greco said. “Their interpretation focuses...

  4. Family trust rules in desperate need of reform, CPA warns

    families (the Thomas case) is facing a $13.2 million tax bill for an administrative mistake. Jenny Wong, CPA Australia tax lead, said that while the Thomas case was “headline-grabbing” and involved big numbers, the issue at stake ran much deeper as it...

  5. Payday super transition must be 'fair and practical', CPA says

    is a positive step for workers, but the transition must be fair and practical for employers,” Richard Webb, superannuation lead at CPA Australia, said. “Many businesses will need to overhaul payroll systems, change clearing houses, and retrain staff –...

  6. Beware of covert tax audits, tax lawyer says

    expenses. If that's been emptied, there can naturally be a large degree of stress,” he said. “Not just the stress, it does lead to a cash flow issue. Even for companies that are doing well, if a bank account is emptied, that leads to issues in terms of...

  7. Further monetary easing not a ‘done deal,’ economists say

    range of geopolitical risks remain a threat to the global economy. This could all weigh on growth in aggregate demand and lead to weaker labour market conditions in the domestic economy.” The board also said it was uncertain about the restrictiveness of...

  8. ‘Let the real work begin’: Payday Super laws pass parliament

    regulations are practical, delivering a smooth transition for employers, payroll providers and funds alike. ASFA will lead that work on behalf of the sector.” Treasurer Jim Chalmers revealed the legislation would ensure a benefit to the retirement...

  9. Developing staff knowledge in the age of AI

    danger isn't just lost time but lost intellectual muscle. The repetitive tasks, though simple, are the building blocks that lead to deep financial fluency. By performing and reviewing these entries, juniors learn the why behind the transaction,...

  10. CPA backs Tax Ombudsman’s refreshed work plan

    ATO’s opportunities to use AI and the TPB’s management of significant breach reports. Jenny Wong, CPA Australia tax policy lead, said the Ombudsman’s work plan demonstrated a strong understanding of the practical and emerging challenges faced by...

  11. ‘The silver tsunami’: SMC calls for super system reforms

    the best retirement income solution for them, preservation of flexibility and retiree choice, and fixing issues that lead to dual super accounts for retirees. The SMC said reform must be taken seriously and put into action, as in 2024–25, around 64 per...

  12. Positive workplace culture key to enhancing productivity, says principal

    has long been associated with high pressure, long hours, and a culture that prioritises results over people. However, leading practitioners like Simone Palfreyman are challenging this outdated mindset. Ahead of the Women in Finance Summit 2025,...

  13. Board of Taxation opens consultation for red tape review

    steps that would cut compliance costs and free up business owners to focus on running their business,” CPA Australia’s tax lead, Jenny Wong, said. “The complexity of Australia’s fringe benefits tax regime is another area ripe for reform. Small...

  14. Don’t replace junior staff with AI, warns CPA

    to perform higher-level and more complex strategic tasks,” CPA Australia’s business investment and international lead, Gavan Ord, said. “Businesses must not underestimate the importance of keeping people in the loop. Specialist human oversight remains...

  15. No compliance, no extension: Accountant warns late lodgers as 31 Oct deadline looms

    returns are one of the ATO’s most visible compliance red flags, and misunderstanding the lodgment program’s rules can lead to hefty penalties and missed opportunities for a legitimate deferral. As tax professionals, we’re reminding clients that the May...

  16. ‘Advisory is not for everyone’, but it’s important

    founder and CFO David Maher and Hailston & Co head of advisory Dimitri Matsouliadis sat on a panel alongside Fathom’s sales lead, Gavin Fernandes, to highlight the benefit advisory brings to businesses of all sizes. The overarching subject of the panel...

  17. Accountants, industry bodies rally behind Tax Ombudsman's ATO service review

    resort. It also reinforces the IGTO’s findings that service standards have deteriorated to this extent.” CPA Australia’s tax lead, Jenny Wong, said CPA members had long been expressing that the ATO’s phone line and digital support channels were not...

  18. US-style small business loan scheme needed in face of looming ‘silver tsunami’

    so many Baby Boomers set to retire in the coming decade, advocates have said there is an urgent need to follow America’s lead and ensure profitable businesses do not get swallowed up by private equity or the big of town. Recently, a Queensland-based...

  19. Anna Rante – Leading a Purpose-Driven and Inclusive Accounting Network

    success. From launching a mobile accounting service and pop-up kiosk in shopping centres — a bold move at the time — to leading a purpose-driven national franchise network, Anna Rante, Founder and CEO of Right and Keystone Group and Harvard Business...

    • Type: Article
    • Author: Right Keystone
    • Category: Profiles

  20. Why accountants are becoming the real dealmakers in property

    skills.” They’re deal skills. And as property transactions become more complex, they’re what will define the accountants who lead versus the ones left on the sidelines. Looking ahead The accountant’s role in property is expanding fast. We’re not just...

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