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CA firm changes advice processes after ASIC action

Following an external review of its compliance with financial services laws, a Queensland-based AFSL holder has...
21 November 2017 • By Katarina Taurian

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Landlords struggle under ‘inappropriate effect’ of property tax changes

The new housing affordability reforms have drawn criticism from a mid-tier firm, which has found the new limits on...
20 November 2017 • By Jotham Lian
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Tax

‘Clear message’ to accounting firms with first-of-its-kind penalty

The workplace regulator has fired warning shots at accounting firms, after a firm was penalised $53,880 in a first for...
20 November 2017 • By Katarina Taurian
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Big four firm tips ‘natural appetite’ for more regulation

The number of ASX 200-listed companies using the principles of integrated reporting in their annual reports has almost...
17 November 2017 • By Jotham Lian
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ATO adds new ‘paper shuffling’ tax schemes to official watch list

The tax office has flagged three tax planning arrangements that can appear compliant on paper, but are in effect...
16 November 2017 • By Katarina Taurian
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New reporting regime tipped to expose old accounting habits

The planning community is reporting headaches caused by accountants who leave paperwork to deadline and backdate their...
15 November 2017 • By Jotham Lian
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Tax

Former director, COO, charged for conspiracy to deceive auditors

A former director and a former chief operating officer have been charged with three counts of conspiracy to falsify...
15 November 2017 • By Jotham Lian
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Ditching timesheets likened to flying blind

While value-based pricing is on the rise and billable hours are drawing increasing criticism, accountants who choose...
15 November 2017 • By Jotham Lian