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  1. The challenges and opportunities of digitalisation

    Moving from a static fixed schedule derived from fixed milestones for compliance reporting to ongoing business advice will lead to accountants re-evaluating the way they price their services. Though hourly billing remains the standard for accountants, a...

  2. Stop whining and find a mentor

    elsewhere. A mentors objectivity is critical. Be truthful - Be prepared for 100 per cent honesty and vulnerability. Great leaders are self aware, honest and authentic. How can someone really help you if you are not open? If you are closed, unwilling to...

  3. Tax practitioner dissatisfaction to continue, warns IGT

    to which the ATO has fully or partially agreed. “I believe that the appropriate implementation of my recommendations will lead to improvements in the relationship between tax practitioners and the ATO which will, in turn, have positive impacts on the...

    • Type: Article
    • Author: Michael Masterman
    • Category: Tax
  4. Almost 1 million to miss out on deductions: H&R Block

    released white paper on tax reform. Mark Chapman, director of communications at H&R Block, said the current tax system will lead to many Australians missing out on deductions they rightfully deserve. “Some of the major causes for the expected shortfall...

    • Type: Article
    • Author: Staff Reporter
    • Category: Business
  5. Ambiguity in Shareholder Agreements - what you need to know

    to value the business based on average earnings over the last 3 years, he may take into account future events. This likely leads to the family law valuer coming up with a different value than if one of the husband’s business partners were to buy him...

  6. FATCA law suit to have implications for Australian firms

    On a practical level, FATCA is severely impinging on the ability of US citizens to live and work abroad.” The suit’s lead lawyer, James Bopp Jr – a former adviser to the Republican National Committee and Mitt Romney’s failed 2012 presidential campaign –...

    • Type: Article
    • Author: Aleks Vickovich
    • Category: Regulation
  7. GT flags investment after ‘marginal’ growth

    in the core businesses of audit, tax and accounting and we really see the need for further investment in Asia, technology, leadership and development and stakeholder relations. “That’s where we believe the market is going to show greater growth. We also...

    • Type: Article
    • Author: Michael Masterman
    • Category: Business
  8. Melbourne mid-tiers merge operations

    the firm to operate under the McLean Delmo Bentleys name. John Delmo, managing partner of McLean Delmo Bentleys, who will lead the amalgamated firm, said the merger fulfills the best interests of both clients and staff in a changing industry...

    • Type: Article
    • Author: Michael Masterman
    • Category: Business
  9. Back-door listings set to surge

    to further generate interest in back-door listings. Technology and medical research companies are expected to continue to lead IPO listings in addition to the mining industry. There are currently several mining shells not being used which could...

    • Type: Article
    • Author: Staff Reporter
    • Category: Business
  10. Bentleys to expand service offering

    firm has established a dedicated finance and lending division, recruiting experienced finance executive Hamish McIntosh to lead the operations. Ben Cameron, managing partner of Bentleys Queensland, said the expansion is a direct response to increased...

    • Type: Article
    • Author: Mitchell Turner
    • Category: Business
  11. Mid-tier names new chairman

    office, joined Bentleys in 1987 and has served on the national board for five years. In his capacity as chairman, he will lead Bentleys' national management board, which comprises members from Queensland, New South Wales, Victoria, South Australia,...

    • Type: Article
    • Author: Michael Masterman
    • Category: Business
  12. Findex appoints former Big 4 exec

    CEO Spiro Paule said Mr Gardiner’s background in banking, accounting and financial planning means he is perfectly suited to lead Findex’s business development team. “Peter has deep experience in both ‘big fours’," Mr Paule said. "He held a senior...

  13. Adviser calls for greater collaboration with accountants

    complexity of both the financial advice and accounting sides of providing SMSF services, trying to combine the two may not lead to the best result for SMSF clients. “For [SMSF practitioners] trying to be both accountants and financial planners, well...

    • Type: Article
    • Author: Miranda Brownlee
    • Category: Business
  14. ASIC cancels registration of two liquidators

    he said. “Our work identifying failure to comply with basic obligations can highlight more systemic issues which will lead to ASIC enforcement action.” Cancellation for both Mr McCroary and Mr Fawcett took effect on 29 July 2015, following the...

  15. EY appoints new sustainability business leader

    EY Australia has announced the appointment of a new EY Oceania climate change and sustainability leader. Dr Matthew Bell, who has more than 10 years’ experience advising on a range of climate change and sustainability issues, has been appointed to the...

  16. CPA issues support for competition reform

    supportive of the relationship between government and stakeholders, along with the introduction of an independent panel to lead discussions regarding reform. “Billson consulted widely when in opposition and he’s continued that critical stakeholder...

  17. Commercial Associates makes key audit appointment

    services will be offered under the CSA branding, with CAAA focusing on private and public company audits. Mr Desai will lead both divisions. Fleming Stojanovski, CEO of CAAA, spoke of the need to establish Commercial Associates as a “credible...

  18. Deloitte appoints ex-army chief as adviser to CEO

    Deloitte has announced the appointment of a former army chief to act as a special adviser on leadership. Lieutenant General David Morrison, AO, has been recruited to assist the firm's leaders in developing stronger leadership skills, Deloitte said...

  19. Deloitte partner defects to Bentleys

    advisory services. Bentleys Perth’s audit and corporate advisory services will now be headed by Chris Nicoloff, former lead of Deloitte’s Perth not-for-profit audit and advisory practice. Mr Nicoloff has also previously held senior roles at PKF and BDO....

  20. IPA targets 'disproportionate' SG charges

    payments late or at the incorrect amount are “disproportionate to the mischief” of the act. “In fact, the penalty regime can lead to further non-compliance delays in employers making superannuation contributions,” said Mr Conway. “The onerous penalty...