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  1. 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...

  2. 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...

  3. ‘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...

  4. 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,...

  5. 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...

  6. ‘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...

  7. 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 However, leading practitioners like Simone Palfreyman are challenging this outdated mindset.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,...

  8. 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...

  9. 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...

  10. 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...

  11. ‘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...

  12. 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...

  13. 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...

  14. 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...

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    • Author: Right Keystone
    • Category: Profiles
  15. 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...

  16. The Tax Institute ‘pleased’ with ATO’s review of taxpayer relief provisions

    and often implied a more favourable tax treatment or a decrease in the overall tax burden. “This common understanding may lead taxpayers to assume that the term refers to broad tax relief measures, which could misrepresent the specific intentions of the...

  17. ‘Common sense’: Government bows to super tax pressure

    the government and have said it was “common sense” for these changes to be made. Richard Webb, CPA Australia superannuation lead, said the government had finally listened to the concerns surrounding the legislation and the outcome would help make the...

  18. Dangers of AI Hallucinations: The recent Deloitte Report

    than to admit ignorance” says Youngman. “Furthermore, most AI models lack a live database to validate output. This can lead to the creation of plausible but entirely fictional content.” James McPhedran, co-founder of Elfworks, believes people learn best...

  19. Navigating toxic personalities at work

    their mistakes; shift blame onto others or make excuses for their behaviour. This lack of accountability can also lead to resentment and frustration among team members. It is important to note that toxic behaviour can come from any level within an...

  20. Fraud case halted after ATO investigator found to have altered evidence

    the tax fraud investigation, according to court documents. ATO criminal investigator Anthony Rains was nominated as the lead investigator for the case on 22 January 2018. That day, he participated in a meeting with the ATO’s audit team regarding...