Technology

SMEs ‘ready to embrace’ automated document handling

On his first tour to Australia, freshly installed Dext CEO Sabby Gill sees plenty of scope for expansion.

12 December 2022 • By Philip King

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Business

Four essential functions for any ambitious finance team

Growing a business involves tricky decisions, the right data and appropriate tools.

09 December 2022 • By Jason Toshack

Business

Accounting industry gives cautious thumbs-up to final s100A ruling

It could be “like having the ATO at the kitchen table” according to CA ANZ, but most find TR 2022/4 a “significant...

09 December 2022 • By Josh Needs

Tax

When it comes to valuations, make sure the price is right

There are “at least 206” different tax provisions that may require you to determine the value of an asset.

09 December 2022 • By Mark Whittaker and Sally Preston

Business

Decision on RBA board to come mid-2023, says Treasurer

The make-up of the bank and the governor’s tenure will be decided after the government receives its review.

09 December 2022 • By Josh Needs

Appointments

Bosses warned: be wary of forcing workers back to the office

Two-thirds would look for another job, according to a survey by global payroll specialist ADP.

09 December 2022 • By Keeli Cambourne

Super

ASIC announces major changes to SMSF advice guidance

The corporate regulator has revised previous guidelines concerning minimum balances for SMSFs.

09 December 2022 • By Miranda Brownlee

Business

ATO issues final ruling on changes s100A

The decision comes after accountants had to rely on basic guidance for 30 June deadlines.

08 December 2022 • By Josh Needs

Business

Business, industry welcome review into payment times reporting

Suppliers rely on certainty that bills will be paid promptly within the 30-day limit, they say.

08 December 2022 • By Keeli Cambourne

Business

Accounting, finance professionals the next CEOs: CPA Australia

Problem-solving skills will be in high demand while employees will swap the career ladder for a job lattice.

08 December 2022 • By Josh Needs

Regulation

Extended ID deadline looms for 600k directors

Applications peaked in November, ATO says, and 50,000 preferred paper form.

08 December 2022 • By Philip King

Business

ASIC disqualifies director over four failed companies, debts of $8m

Victorian given a maximum ban after lodging false documents in attempt to avoid liability.

08 December 2022 • By Josh Needs

Technology

Aussie firm aims accounting software at fast growing SMEs

Cibis says its latest accounting software, Xpect, will be a feasible option for businesses that cannot justify a...

08 December 2022 • By Josh Needs

Business

8 Benefits of Electric Cars for Business Owners

Electric cars have recently been gaining much attention for their environmental benefits, but their advantages go...

07 December 2022 • By Lucy Mitchell, Current Australia

Business

Top strategies to improve your practice with data analytics

Explore the roadblocks to success, how to solve data challenges, as well as six ways you can start using data...

07 December 2022 • By APS Software

Business

Beware of fake puppies and other holiday scams

Fraudsters are hard at work trying to con you over Christmas, says the Assistant Treasurer.

07 December 2022 • By Josh Needs

Business

RBA tightens reins on runaway Christmas spending

With retailers expecting sales to increase by $2 billion this year, the rate increase aims to prevent a splurge.

07 December 2022 • By Josh Needs

Regulation

Anti-money laundering operation blocks $1.8m, arrests 21 mules

An AFP taskforce tackles attempts to clean up the proceeds of crime as part of global campaign.

07 December 2022 • By Philip King