Business

Accountants urged to hike fees as new rules squeeze industry

Code of conduct changes will increase workloads and practitioners must charge clients accordingly, expert John...

07 August 2024 • By Christine Chen

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RBA’s rates decision ‘reduces recession risk’ for Australia

The RBA’s decision to keep interest rates on hold is the right move for Australian businesses and households with the...

07 August 2024 • By Miranda Brownlee

Business

RBA keeps rates on hold at 4.35% amid persistent inflation

The Reserve Bank of Australia has kept rates steady for a sixth consecutive meeting.

06 August 2024 • By Christine Chen

Business

MYOB partners with Silverfin to develop AI solutions

The business management company has announced a partnership with Silverfin to provide local accounting professionals...

06 August 2024 • By Imogen Wilson

Business

NALSPA calls for e-bike FBT amendment

The fringe benefits tax exemption laws on e-bikes constrain potential economic and environmental benefits for...

06 August 2024 • By Imogen Wilson

Regulation

ATO continues to ‘burn holes’ in illicit tobacco trade

The illicit tobacco trade remains firmly on the ATO's radar, with the Illicit Tobacco Taskforce having already seized...

06 August 2024 • By Imogen Wilson

Business

Coalition continues push to make instant asset write-off permanent

A Senate report has recommended the bill to implement the $20,000 instant asset write-off measure be passed in its...

06 August 2024 • By Miranda Brownlee

Business

PwC CEO’s secret $1.2m payment sparks fresh ethics concerns

Kevin Burrowes has been accused of “serving two masters” and concealing the lucrative salary he receives from PwC...

05 August 2024 • By Christine Chen

Tax

ATO underscores focus on withholding tax obligations

The Tax Office has reminded taxpayers of withholding tax obligations that may apply with certain payments to...

05 August 2024 • By Imogen Wilson

Business

Over 500 accountants register for SME Bootcamp 2024

The free bootcamp, targeted at both accountants and finance brokers for the first time, has drawn considerable...

02 August 2024 • By Miranda Brownlee

Tax

Emerging opportunities on the advice front for accounting firms

George Haramis talks about emerging advice opportunities for accountants following advancements in digital advice and...

02 August 2024 • By Robyn Tongol

Business

Tax industry claims partial victory against government’s code changes

Practitioners and professional bodies have vowed to keep the pressure on authorities to fix broad provisions around...

02 August 2024 • By Christine Chen

Business

ASBFEO’s small business indicator reveals decline in conditions

The Australian small business environment has fallen well below the long-term average, according to the Australian...

02 August 2024 • By Imogen Wilson

Regulation

Vestey Trust promoter banned from managing companies

ASIC has disqualified a Sydney-based solicitor for 18 months for her involvement in the failure of two companies that...

02 August 2024 • By Imogen Wilson

Business

Small accounting practices ‘underselling themselves’ with pricing

Recent research around the pricing of accounting services has revealed opportunities for firms to revise their...

02 August 2024 • By Miranda Brownlee

Business

Submissions open for Women in Finance Awards 2024

Accountants Daily is now accepting nominations and submissions for the Women in Finance Awards, to be held in November...

01 August 2024 • By Miranda Brownlee

Business

Minister Jones postpones start date for code changes

The Assistant Treasurer has announced the government will give accounting firms with less than 100 employees until 1...

01 August 2024 • By Miranda Brownlee

Business

Women in Finance Summit 2024 launches

After a successful inaugural event last year, the Women in Finance Summit is returning in 2024 with more business...

01 August 2024 • By Miranda Brownlee