1 July 2000 was the day the Goods and Services Tax (GST) was introduced to all Australians. This presented confusion to consumers, business owners and accountants alike with an endless list of GST dos and don’ts. In a nutshell, GST is a tax we pay via the items that we buy. As a simple example, […]
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Currently, small employers (19 or less) are exempt from reporting ‘closely held payees’ through Single Touch Payroll (STP). Micro employers (4 or less) have also had the option of quarterly STP reporting. Changes to these STP concessions will end on 30 June 2021. Small employers have had some concessions when it comes to reporting their
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It is probably safe to say that one of the financial matters we all dread is our tax. For those with more complicated tax matters and expensive deductions, the importance of keeping and tracking receipts for tax purposes is crucial. So, how do you stay on top of them? How do you safely store these
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There is more to life than spending hours a day generating, sending and following up invoices. There are a couple of simple ways you can make invoicing a fast, efficient, and dare it be said, fun procedure. Here are 6 tips for achieving a more efficient invoicing system that can help to gain time back
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Whether you are the owner of small business or planning to start one, you’re likely to have some questions or concerns about tax and if your small business needs to lodge a Business Activity Statement (BAS). The BAS is issued monthly or quarterly, so you can report on Goods and Services Tax (GST), Pay As
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If you’re a business owner, you need to know your business’ break-even point — the number of units you need to sell (in dollars or units) in order to cover your operating costs. If you reach this point, it means your business is turning a profit and in a more stable operating position. Being aware
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If you run your own small business, you will have come across several different ways to evaluate your profitability. One strategy to increase your business profit margin is to use gross profit and gross profit margin. While they’re not likely to be the only figures you are using to health check your business, they are
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Now you have made the important decision to hire a bookkeeper for your business, how do you go about finding the right person for the job and what qualities do you need to look for in a great bookkeeper? We explore the top six skills and abilities you need in a bookkeeper, ensuring you find
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In this article, we explore the top five reasons every business should consider hiring a bookkeeper and the benefits that can be achieved. Many business owners often find themselves being a jack-of-all trades when they start out. Before long, they find themselves managing each function of their business including management, marketing, administration and inventory as
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