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Accounting for Retail – How an Accountant Can Help

The cha-ching of the cash register or the ping of an online sale is music to every retail store owner’s ears. But as the symphony of a thriving business plays, the accompanying notes of receipts, invoices, and financial statements can sometimes strike an off-key tune.  When those complexities threaten to disrupt the harmony of your…

Accounting for the Hospitality Industry – How an Accountant Can Help

If you’re running a hospitality business- a bustling restaurant, a cosy pub, a vibrant club, or an inviting hotel- you already understand the distinct blend of exhilaration and exhaustion that defines this industry.  Between the hustle and bustle of pleasing patrons are daily accounting tasks you must take care of. Accounting is the silent yet…

Accounting for Law Firms – How an Accountant Can Help

While your expertise as a lawyer lies in arguing cases and interpreting legislation, managing your law firm’s accounting processes is a completely different matter.  The good news?  The right accountants have experience putting accounting systems for law firms in place to help your business. In the upcoming sections, we’ll explore the specific financial challenges law…

Fringe Benefits Amounts: When & What Do I Have To Report?

As an employee in Australia, it’s essential to know what fringe benefits are and how you and your employer must report them to the Australian Taxation Office (ATO).  This article will explain what constitutes total reportable fringe benefits amounts, where to list them on your tax return, and how your fringe benefits reporting is affected…

What Is a Fringe Benefit? A Guide

A fringe benefit is a form of compensation provided to employees that goes beyond their normal salary or wages. These benefits can include things like health and dental insurance, life insurance, disability insurance, housing allowances, education assistance programs, childcare programs, employee discounts, and more. Fringe benefits are usually provided by employers to attract and retain…

New Paid Family and Domestic Violence Leave: What You Need To Know

Are you an employer in Australia who is looking to understand the new Paid Family and Domestic Violence Leave policy?  This new policy, which is part of the Fair Work Amendment (Paid Family and Domestic Violence Leave) Bill 2022, is set to go into effect in 2023.  In this article, we’ll explain what you need…

What Percentage of Tax Do I Pay? FAQs & Answers

Knowing the answer to ‘what percentage of tax do I pay in Australia?’ is key to ensuring you meet your legal obligations and responsibilities. If you’re curious about ‘how do I know what percentage of tax I pay?’ as a business owner or you’re interested in working in Australia as a foreign resident, we’ve covered…

How Much Tax Do I Pay? Where to Learn about Your Tax Obligations

Understanding the answer to ‘how much tax do I pay in Australia?’ is key to ensuring you’re meeting your obligations as a private individual or as a business owner. By gaining clarity on what you will owe and knowing ahead of time what to set aside money for, you can prevent yourself from facing a…

3 Taxation Changes That Will Affect Your Business In 2022

With June 30th fast approaching, small businesses around Australia are busily ensuring their tax obligations are met. However, in the rush to meet the June 30 deadline, it can be difficult to keep track of the changes coming into effect on July 1st. The changes include increases to the national minimum wage, ASIC fees and…

What are Payroll Tax Fringe Benefits?

If you’ve ever worked for a company that offers private health insurance, gym memberships, or property as part of your employment, then you’ve likely already received some form of payroll tax fringe benefits. As a practice used by many businesses across Australia, fringe benefits are an excellent way to stay competitive, provide added value to…