Business

EY buys forensic accounting specialist

Acquisition of Axiom Forensics will help EY’s regional expansion, it says.

11 May 2022 • By Philip King

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Business

Business advisory firm sets its sights on Parramatta CBD

The firm is expanding its footprint in Western Sydney with an eye on future growth.

10 May 2022 • By Lorena Biasotti

Business

QuickFee raising to fund US growth

The financial services “buy now, pay later” company says it is on track for profitability.

10 May 2022 • By Philip King

Super

10 things to consider before taking on SMSFs

With SMSFs currently holding around 25% of Australia’s super assets, many accountants are looking to expand their...

09 May 2022 • By Andy Forbes, CTO, SuperConcepts

Technology

AP Automation May Have Prevented A Loss Of $128M For Australian Businesses

In the most recent Targeting Scams Report, the ACCC states that of the astonishing $851m lost through scams in 2020,...

09 May 2022 • By expensemanager

Business

Wealthy investors hungry for NFTs

Confidence in the latest asset class is growing among the richest investors, research finds.

09 May 2022 • By Lorena Biasotti

Technology

‘Zero trust’ vital to combat cyber risks, accountants told

Firms can create a security strategy that can continuously adapt to changing risks, says one specialist.

09 May 2022 • By Tony Zhang

Technology

Why we all think passwords are easy as ‘ABC’

If your computer has been compromised, then you might only have yourself to blame.

09 May 2022 • By Philip King

Tax

ATO admits 100A draft challenges longstanding practices

But the Tax Office maintains that most have nothing to fear and denies it has stepped beyond its remit.

06 May 2022 • By Philip King

Appointments

Outdated hiring methods ‘worsen unconscious bias’ at work

Minorities are being overlooked when applying for jobs, research finds, and accounting firms are among those missing...

06 May 2022 • By Lorena Biasotti

Technology

Advice group forced to engage cyber-security expert

The firm potentially compromised the sensitive information of thousands of clients.

06 May 2022 • By Neil Griffiths

Tax

How to navigate the ATO’s lodgment and payment options

Many small businesses have emerged from the pandemic with tax debt, but a range of assistance is available.

06 May 2022 • By Robyn Jacobson

Technology

Use AI to tackle cyber risks, accountants urged

Machine learning is the missing security ingredient for businesses and finance teams, says a fraud prevention...

06 May 2022 • By Tony Zhang

Business

Taking Control of Client Relationships with Engagement Letters

Surprisingly, there are still many accountants and bookkeepers that do not understand the need for engagement letters.

05 May 2022 • By Rebecca Mihalic, Head of Accounting at Ignition

Appointments

Liston Newton Advisory appoints inaugural CEO

The new chief will focus on expansion and integrating strategic acquisitions into the accounting and advisory firm.

05 May 2022 • By Tony Zhang

Technology

Accountants ‘need how-to help with cyber security’

Business leader says to safeguard digital systems, practical advice is essential.

04 May 2022 • By Philip King

Business

Partner Point partners with ACCA

Access to finance will boost accountants in advisory roles.

04 May 2022 • By Tony Zhang

Business

Profectus Group to grill Barbeques Galore transactions

The retailer will engage the audit software provider to identify lost revenue and rebates.

04 May 2022 • By Tony Zhang