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Business
‘Pandemic flexibility and family focus has stuck’
Working life has changed for the better in the wake of the pandemic, says Mazars managing partner Matthew Ashley.
20 September 2022 • By Philip King
Regulation
Dixon Advisory hit with $7.2 million penalty over SMSF advice
20 September 2022 • By Miranda Brownlee
Tax
ATO’s interest charges hit highest level in seven years
20 September 2022 • By Josh Needs
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Business
How financial services businesses can avoid fraud
For as long as the financial services sector has existed, unscrupulous entities have found ways to exploit weak spots...
19 September 2022 • By CreditorWatch
Technology
Wolters Kluwer practice manager integrates with FeeSynergy Collect
The development will save administrative staff time while improving cash flow, said the firm.
19 September 2022 • By Josh Needs
Regulation
RBA Governor backs global standard for sustainability reporting
Dr Lowe’s support for the ISSB is a welcome step towards consistent environmental standards, says CPA Australia.
19 September 2022 • By Philip King
Business
Accounting should portray itself as the essential business toolkit
To attract degree students back to the courses, the image of the profession needs to reflect its versatile reality,...
19 September 2022 • By Philip King
Super
‘Common sense’ needed in NALE conversation, says ATO
The ATO wants industry to focus on the big issues with non-arm's length income and expenditure.
19 September 2022 • By Miranda Brownlee
Business
Insolvencies to rise across the region, say GRIP members
The specialist network believes it will be a vital resource when helping cross-border clients.
16 September 2022 • By Josh Needs
Business
How to stay engaged and relevant to your clients
Accountants hold an important position among finance professionals, often earning the moniker of the ‘trusted...
16 September 2022 • By Your Client Matters
Tax
Australia must restore its ‘marquee’ reputation
Australia has lost its reputation as a marquee destination, and while the tide is turning, the managing partner of...
16 September 2022 • By Philip King
Regulation
Crypto must get ahead of regulation or risk its reputation
Australia is leading the way to a licensing framework for digital assets and canny operators should prepare now.
16 September 2022 • By Carol Chris
Regulation
Greenwashing focus ‘changing the game on ESG’
Companies are increasingly aware that reporting will be mandatory soon, says HLB Mann Judd specialist.
16 September 2022 • By Philip King
Tax
How to avoid personal liability when dealing with DPNs
There are better ways to handle a director penalty notice than leaving the letter unopened.
16 September 2022 • By Mathew Blum
Regulation
Crypto fest to debate tightening regulations
With 1 million Australians now dabbling in digital assets, experts gather to discuss the issues this weekend on the...
16 September 2022 • By Josh Needs
Business
‘Little to celebrate’ in labour market data
A slight rise in unemployment and fewer accounting job ads last month do not signal an end to the talent drought, says...
16 September 2022 • By Philip King, Josh Needs
Appointments
Grant Thornton merges with AML specialist Initialism
The increased focus on money laundering and fraud motivated the move, the firms said.
15 September 2022 • By Josh Needs
Tax
ATO to quiz professionals over profit allocation arrangements
A dedicated team within the Tax Office will begin contacting those with high-risk arrangements.
15 September 2022 • By Miranda Brownlee
Business
High-flying CEOs know how to land low taxes
Thrill-seeking bosses leave their companies better off, says Deakin Uni study.
15 September 2022 • By Josh Needs
Regulation
Star report ‘shines light on hostility to internal audits’
Casino bosses played a high-stakes game but they are hardly alone, says professional body.
15 September 2022 • By Philip King