Regulation

TPB deregisters tax agent after fraud conviction

The agent gave false information in an attempt to obtain a $1.16 million loan and failed to disclose his sentence to...

30 September 2022 • By Josh Needs

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Business

Seven things you (probably) don’t know about internal auditing

The forgotten department burdened with thankless tasks? It’s more appealing than you think.

30 September 2022 • By Peter Jones

Regulation

Seqwater forced to back-pay staff more than $7m

South-East Queensland water utility has entered an enforceable undertaking with the FWO after short-changing almost...

30 September 2022 • By Josh Needs

Business

AICPA and CIMA set up inaugural Australasian committee

The entities hope to work with existing associations in Australia to advance the accounting profession, said the...

30 September 2022 • By Josh Needs

Tax

Rigorous auditor scrutiny vital to validate green claims

Auditors have a key role to play in achieving sustainability because it needs the same sort of scrutiny they apply to...

29 September 2022 • By Philip King

Regulation

Auditor Proud Day toasts the profession with tea and cupcakes

It’s a time to reflect on the challenges and embrace a pivotal role in sustainability, say leaders.

29 September 2022 • By Philip King

Appointments

Auditors must change ‘colourless image’ to stem declining numbers

A traditional profession with over-complex regulations or exciting and vibrant chance to experience the world?

29 September 2022 • By Philip King

Business

Forget astronaut, every child should aspire to be an auditor

On Auditor Proud Day, it’s time to acknowledge the special appeal of a profession that seldom gets the recognition it...

29 September 2022 • By Ram Subramanian

Business

Accountants still in ‘quandary’ over ATO’s 100A

Decisions around trust distributions were made under a cloud of ambiguity by 30 June as 100A had not provided clarity,...

29 September 2022 • By Malavika Santhebennur

Business

Fair Work blitz forces farmers to digitise payroll

Multiple awards and conditions combined with a seasonal workforce mean agribusinesses struggle with compliance.

29 September 2022 • By Keeli Cambourne

Business

COSBOA clarifies position with statement of intent

The small-business body aims to quell criticism following a joint statement with the ACTU just before the Jobs and...

28 September 2022 • By Keeli Cambourne

Business

Accountants, finance staff steal $130m from bosses over decade

Out of 102 cases of $1 million-plus thefts from businesses, accounting and finance professionals were the chief...

28 September 2022 • By Josh Needs

Appointments

Moore Australia appoints director to corporate recovery practice

The registered liquidator joins with over 14 years of experience in insolvency and business recovery.

28 September 2022 • By Josh Needs

Super

SMSF crypto assets soar to over $1bn

Cryptocurrency assets held in SMSFs have seen more than a fivefold increase in the past two years, according to recent...

28 September 2022 • By Miranda Brownlee

Technology

Time for accounts payable to raise its game against cyber crime

In the wake of the Optus hack, there are straightforward steps every business should take to guard against online...

27 September 2022 • By Gerard Mondaca

Business

Law firm mulls class action against Optus, SMEs ‘sitting ducks’

Slater & Gordon considers acting for customers compromised by the Optus hack while CPA Australia urges the government...

27 September 2022 • By Philip King

Business

BGL offers company secretary induction course

The free training supplies participants with an understanding of core duties and legal responsibilities, said the firm.

27 September 2022 • By Josh Needs

Tax

Queensland land tax a revenue grab: CPA Australia

Accounting body backs condemnation of the levy by NSW Premier and says it amounts to “double taxation at its worst”.

27 September 2022 • By Josh Needs