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The benefits of regular management reporting for your medical business

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Key points Compliance assurance: Regular management reporting helps medical businesses meet strict state and federal regulations, including those under the Private Health Facilities Act and Regulation. Performance visibility: These reports provide clear insights into financial health, operational efficiency, and progress against KPIs, enabling better decision-making and accountability. Strategic improvement: Quarterly reporting allows medical practices to […]

Hospitality technology trends affecting hotel accounting

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Key points AI-powered automation is streamlining hotel accounting by handling repetitive tasks and enabling faster financial decision-making. Mobile accounting apps are enhancing flexibility by allowing finance teams to manage data and workflows remotely. Automated invoicing and data extraction tools simplify back-office operations across multiple venues, improving efficiency and accuracy. To date, most digital innovation in hospitality businesses, including hotels, pubs […]

How are super death benefits taxed?

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Key points Super death benefits are divided into tax-free and taxable components, with the tax-free portion including after-tax contributions and the taxable portion comprising employer and deductible contributions plus earnings. Tax outcomes depend on the beneficiary’s relationship to the deceased, their age, and whether the benefit is paid as a lump sum or income stream. […]

FBT and how it attracts the ATO’s attention

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Key points The ATO closely monitors Fringe Benefits Tax (FBT) compliance, especially around motor vehicle benefits, entertainment expenses, and discrepancies in employee contributions. Common triggers for ATO scrutiny include late or non-lodgement of FBT returns, misclassification of benefits, and undervaluation of car parking perks. FBT exemptions apply to work-related items like laptops, mobile phones, and protective […]

Seven tips for securing a business loan

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Key points Set clear and realistic borrowing goals, including how much you need, how it should be structured, and what security you can offer. Prepare detailed financial documentation to demonstrate your business’s capacity to repay the loan. Understand lender expectations and tailor your application to meet their risk and return criteria. How to get a business loan […]

Tax deductions for clothing

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Key points Only occupation-specific or protective clothing qualifies for tax deductions . Uniforms must be unique or display a permanent employer logo to be deductible. Keep records of purchases, cleaning costs, and employer allowances for valid claims. The ATO allows certain taxpayers to claim a deduction for the cost of buying and cleaning occupation-specific clothing, items […]

Mandatory climate reporting from 2024

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The International Sustainability Standards Board (ISSB) has now finalised and released their inaugural standards relating to sustainability and climate related disclosures: IFRS S1 – General Requirements for Disclosure of Sustainability-related Financial Information IFRS S2 – Climate-related Disclosures Treasury consultation paper Treasury has released a second consultation paper this week on Climate-related disclosures in Australia. Detailing […]

Why estate planning is important for business owners

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We often say to clients that you need to prepare for the worst and hope for the best. When it comes to estate planning, it is tempting to stick your head in the sand. However, the consequences of not having the right estate plan can be catastrophic, especially for family members and loved ones. What […]

How construction businesses can weather this perfect storm

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Key points Construction businesses are facing a perfect storm of supply chain delays, material cost spikes, labour shortages, and fixed-price contract pressures. Monthly or quarterly financial reporting is essential to understand real-time business performance and make informed decisions. Focusing on cash flow, profitability, and cost control can help businesses stay solvent and adapt to volatile […]

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