ATO approach to unpaid tax and superannuation

Understanding the ATO’s New Approach to Unpaid Tax and Superannuation

Understanding the ATO’s New Approach to Unpaid Tax and Super In recent months, the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) has made significant changes to how it handles unpaid tax and superannuation. This shift primarily targets businesses that refuse to engage with … Read More

keeping on top of tax and expenses

Keeping on top of tax and expenses when self-employed – some tips and tricks

Contracting or freelancing requires you to wear a lot of hats. Relationship-building, keeping track of your time, marketing your skills and actually doing the work. But one of your priorities should also be establishing how you handle your money and … Read More

a list of key tax dates for September and October 2024.

Key dates for September and October 2024

The new financial year is now already in full swing As a small business owner or manager, don’t forget the key compliance dates that are coming up in the next couple of months. KEY TAX DATES – SEPTEMBER/OCTOBER 2024 21 … Read More

Why you should move to cloud accounting

Why you should move to Cloud Accounting

If you’re managing a small business, the chances are that you’re using one of the current crop of cloud accounting platforms. Whether your chosen software is Xero, QuickBooks or MYOB, these online accounting tools are now the standard for business … Read More

Getting organised for next year

Getting your small business tax in order

With the 2023/24 financial year now wound up, it’s time to think about submitting your tax return and making sure you have the cash reserves put aside to pay the company’s tax bill. This short guide to getting your small … Read More

Your monthly activity statement (BAS) is due on the 21st

Your monthly activity statement is due by the 21st of this month. Use the following checklist to make sure you are ready for lodgement day: Have you allocated all bank transactions to the correct accounts? Have you verified that the … Read More

your upcoming business tax dates for February

Your upcoming tax calendar for February and March

Welcome back to work after what was hopefully a restful and lovely summer break! And welcome to 2023, where we are truly looking forward to working with you and your business this year. In order for you to be across … Read More

When to Register Your Business for GST

Should you register your business for GST? Many business owners register their businesses from day one, regardless of income. Others, for example, many sole traders, choose not to register for GST until it is mandatory. However, it is common that … Read More

Q1 2023 deadlines for your business

Your Q1 2023 Deadlines for the Diary

The new financial year has started with some changes – remember, super is now 10.5%, and most workers should be paid super on all ordinary earnings as the $450 monthly threshold no longer applies. We’ve highlighted some upcoming business lodgment … Read More

Apply for your Director ID

Company Director? You’ll need a Director Identification Number from now on

What is a Director Identification Number? During 2021, the government initiated a new system that attaches a unique identifying number to an individual who is a company director. A director has one number permanently attached to them, and this is … Read More