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  1. 'Daunting' exporting fears show signs of easing

    requirement that is often necessary to fund exports,” he said. “Due to Australia’s geographical location, there can be long lead times before an Australian export product ultimately reaches the consumer and payment is received. Some SMEs are not...

  2. Mid-tier criticises tax consolidation legislation

    2016. In effect, the amendment will disadvantage companies that have been consolidated since this time – which is likely to lead to higher tax outcomes for such consolidated groups,” he said. “In many cases, particularly for innovative and early stage...

  3. Australian alt-fi market growing finds big 4 firm

    raised $306.86 billion in 2016, up from $128.27 billion in 2015. Balance sheet business lending retained its position as the leading form of alternative finance by volume in Australia, jumping 80 per cent to $274.16 million in 2016. Meanwhile...

  4. How leveraged can your firm be before things start falling apart?

    indeed without this, it can be difficult to grow a practice in any sustainable way. In general, higher leverage will lead to greater revenue and profit. Whilst firms with higher leverage have a lower net profit percentage, partners in these firms take...

  5. Member engagement 'changed forever,' says IPA chief

    As the dust begins to settle on the leadership crisis at CPA Australia, the Institute of Public Accountants' (IPA) chief executive believes the expectations of members of professional bodies, and their engagement with its leaders, has permanently...

  6. Male accounting execs facing leave stigma

    for. While we were already quite flexible with the use of leave, part time work and working from home, I am trying to lead by example at Accodex,” Mr Hooper said. “I take baby Lincoln into the office a few times a week and I'm encouraging the other...

  7. Common hurdles for accountants looking to expand

    down’ that we have to let go – if we want to move forward. Not having a systematic referral system. A referral strategy is a lead strategy, it’s a customer service strategy, it’s a process strategy, it’s a competitive strategy, it’s a management...

  8. Calls for mandatory SMSF qualifications post-reform

    sort of qualification would be really beneficial from that perspective.” Partner at Aquila Super, Chris Levy, said the lead up to June 30 this year was easily one of the busiest on record for his firm, largely because of the complexity of the super...

  9. SMEs mental health support gets a boost

    Deborah Jenkins, said the tax office is aware of the “enormous” pressure facing Australian small business owners, in the lead up to World Mental Health Day on 10 October. More than one in five Australians experience some sort of mental health condition,...

    • Type: Article
    • Author: Reporter
    • Category: Business
  10. New Corps Act reform an industry, taxpayer win

    to sanction directors and company officers with a track record of insolvencies where FEG is repeatedly relied upon. National lead for BDO’s business restructuring division, Andrew Fielding welcomed the news. “The proposed changes announced [yesterday],...

  11. New service line, competitor hire for mid-tier

    banking. “Nick recognises the change in the market from formal insolvency to restructuring,” said Andrew Fielding, national lead, business restructuring, at BDO. “Lenders, borrowers, businesses and directors are actively looking for ways to improve...

  12. Software, fintech firms team up for advisers, accountants

    for several major licensees (soon to be announced), and we expect more financial planning practices to follow the lead of combining our two solutions to develop cutting edge, streamlined advice.” Chief executive of PractiFI, Glenn Elliott also welcomed...

  13. Working with advisers - 5 tips for effective collaboration

    and advisers slightly, they are still different. Not knowing where your role starts and ends will blur the boundaries, could lead to potential turf wars and creates unnecessary confusion for the client. Clarifying what each of you is responsible for...

    • Type: Article
    • Author: BT Financial Group
    • Category: Business
  14. ‘Flipside’ of China opportunity a caution for Aussie accountants

    real challenges for businesses who are not accustomed to China’s demographics, culture and complex bureaucracy; which can lead to less than desirable outcomes. “In addition to cultural differences, businesses are faced with the challenge of effectively...

  15. Being a woman in small business: my story

    Since I entered the tech start-up space, I’ve become increasingly more aware of the impact being a woman has on how business leaders perceive and treat you. My start-up Vollie has a 50 per cent gender split across its founding members and is run by...

  16. Accounting software exec applauds latest ATO move

    of things like pension commutations is out-of-step with the rest of the superannuation community, which will no doubt lead to incorrect assessments being issued by the ATO,” Mr Burgess told sister title SMSF Adviser. “I can envisage situations where an...

  17. Banking, super exec joins big four firm

    Former head of group strategy and planning at AustralianSuper has joined a big four firm in a leadership role to create deeper ties with Australia’s wealth management sector. Rohit Mendiratta has been appointed to lead KPMG’s asset and wealth...

  18. What employers look for

    personal and professional networks. Problem-solving. Accurately identify issues and apply rational thought processes that lead to practical solutions. Client service. Demonstrate empathy and understand clients’ personal, professional and commercial...

    • Type: Article
    • Author: The Tax Institute
    • Category: Business
  19. Big four firm tips ‘natural appetite’ for more regulation

    exist and more will emerge, focused on scoping assurance on the things that consistently matter in company reports.” KPMG lead partner, better business reporting, Nick Ridehalgh said that while Australia were lagging behind other major capital markets...

  20. Mid-tier fears tax, compliance laws driving clients offshore

    involved the G20 and the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD). Furthermore, this legislation may lead to double taxation of corporate profits. “Australia has committed to accepting binding mandatory arbitration for the...