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Forvis Mazars unveils new leadership and governance structure
The accounting firm has revealed a new governance model for 2025 and the reappointment of Hervé Hélias as chairman.
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Acquisition saves Bench Accounting from abrupt closure
The Canadian-based accounting start-up and software platform has shocked SMEs with its abrupt closure and subsequent acquisition by Employer.com.
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Government to relax ATO, TPB rules on sharing taxpayer information
A proposed overhaul of tax secrecy laws aims to improve regulatory oversight and prevent fraud following the PwC scandal.
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SME owners must engage ‘exit planning’, says William Buck
Over 75 per cent of business owners expect to exit their businesses over the next 10 years, a William Buck report has found.
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The top Accountants Daily stories for 2024 revealed
A look back into some of the top headlines in accounting news this year with a recap of Accountants Daily’s top 10 stories.
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Perth accountant charged with five counts of insider trading: ASIC
A Perth accountant has been charged with five counts of insider trading.
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Accelerating insolvencies strike concern for SMEs, report reveals
Escalating cost pressures and assertive Tax Office collection activities is driving small businesses into insolvency, according to the latest ScotPac SME Growth Index Rep...
Government calls for cash mandate to be on the horizon for 2026
The government has released a consultation paper to gather insights and feedback on a cash acceptance mandate that will become effective on 1 January 2026.
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TPB finalises TASA determination guidance
The long-awaited guidance addresses industry concerns over the changes before the regime starts in January.
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Top tax changes in 2024
As 2024 comes to a close, it is useful to reflect on key developments in the tax landscape for small and medium-sized accounting firms.
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ATO shares payroll data to monitor mutual obligations, provider claims
An STP data-matching initiative aims to improve the administration of welfare program Workforce Australia, with compliance action off the table for now.
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CPA outlines gaps in system for combating financial abuse
Better co-ordination between legal, financial and social services and increased awareness is critical to address financial abuse in the tax system, says CPA Australia.
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Reckon welcomes Cashflow Manager to software family
Reckon has acquired Cashflow Manger and its 20,000 clients as part of a $8.75 million agreement with Money Management Group.
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Voluntary wage compliance code looms for SMEs
The Fair Work Ombudsman has reminded SMEs that from 1 January 2025, intentionally underpaying wages or entitlements could be a criminal offence.
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Ex-liquidator who stole $3m from clients gets 4 years’ jail
Peter Amos pleaded guilty to misappropriating funds from five companies over six years for his own benefit.
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Division 7A rules in need of ‘care and maintenance’, says tax partner
Some of the inconsistency and uncertainty surrounding Division 7A highlights the need for certain areas of tax law to be reviewed, BDO has said.
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COSBOA calls for comprehensive SME support following IR changes
Australian SMEs must “draw a line in the sand” against increased costs and complexities caused by recent industrial relations changes, according to the Council of Sma...
Government’s AI plan must include small business focus, says CPA
The professional body has urged the government to do more to encourage the adoption of AI by small businesses.
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Fake cleaners, horse breeders, project managers: tax scammers in 2024
The ATO had its hands full this past year tracking down the thousands of fraudsters who invented fake businesses to claim over $2 billion in GST refunds.
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Reinstating EV subsidies key to market’s future: report
More support is needed to boost sales and match adoption rates of other developed nations, according to the peak industry body.
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