Business

Cyber risks, talent the top issues for business in 2024: KPMG

Business leaders are the most concerned about cyber risks and issues around recruitment and staff retention for the...

09 January 2024 • By Miranda Brownlee

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Technology

The year accountants met AI

Whether it’s for better or worse, one thing is certain – ChatGPT and its ilk have irrevocably changed the industry.

09 January 2024 • By Christine Chen

Tax

Crucial deadline looms for foreign owners of Victorian property

Foreign purchasers of real estate in Victoria may need to make important notifications by mid-January where their...

08 January 2024 • By Miranda Brownlee

Tax

The year the ATO came out on top – again

Tax Office decisions make a difference to the day-to-day running of every practice, so it's little wonder whatever it...

08 January 2024 • By Philip King

Business

The year that rocked foundations of big 4

Fix the guardrails and carry on seems to be the approach of PwC, but its tax secrets scandal has changed the game...

05 January 2024 • By Philip King

Tax

More questions than answers in code of conduct revisions

In the second part of her review of the year, Robyn Jacobson looks at state taxes, MYEFO, and the changing rules on...

05 January 2024 • By Robyn Jacobson

Tax

CFS flags planning opportunities ahead of stage 3 tax cuts

Accountants should start thinking about potential opportunities for clients ahead of the stage three tax cuts on 1...

05 January 2024 • By Philip King

Business

How the Closing Loopholes Bill changes the employment landscape

Small businesses need to assess the impact of stronger worker protections and a more regulated environment.

04 January 2024 • By Ben Thompson

Technology

The year cyber chickens came home to roost

A national strategy to head off hacking should hit its stride this year, but digital security looks certain to remain...

04 January 2024 • By Philip King

Tax

When accountants get a seat at the family table

Like lawyers, there are many times when financial experts become key in family matters.

03 January 2024 • By John Bui

Business

Why it’s time for accountants to raise their prices

How do you calculate your worth? Success relies on creating – and communicating – a strategy to make sure your price...

02 January 2024 • By David New

Tax

Why 2023 was a year of living taxingly

In the first of a two-part series, Robyn Jacobson looks at some of the sweeping changes and landmark decisions.

29 December 2023 • By Robyn Jacobson

Business

Why stormy economic weather makes financial forecasting vital

Accountants can offer insights about the long-term prospects for a business that help it overcome risks.

28 December 2023 • By Vijay Sundaram

Super

Why early access to super should be a last resort

If you meet the strict criteria to draw on funds meant for retirement, make sure you understand the long-term...

27 December 2023 • By Naz Randeria

Business

Spike in succession planning an opportunity for virtual CFOs

Family businesses ripe to pass on often need help after getting stuck in their ways, says the principal of a financial...

22 December 2023 • By Nathan Hogan talks to Philip King

Regulation

Fraudster behind ‘ruinous’ $521k SMSF swindle gets 4 years’ jail

Mudasir Mohammed Naseeruddin took advantage of vulnerable investors over five years through a “chaotic” and “ruinous”...

22 December 2023 • By Christine Chen

Regulation

How TASA changes could prove problematic

Enhanced reporting requirements over breaches of the code and disqualified entities add to compliance requirements.

22 December 2023 • By John Jeffreys

Business

Productivity turnaround ‘halts post-COVID freefall’

However, further reforms are needed to achieve sustainable, long-term growth, the Productivity Commission says.

22 December 2023 • By Christine Chen