There’s a lot of confusion among businesses at this time. In order to help the economic climate, the Government has been really proactive in setting up schemes for the business community. Including grants, job keeper and job seeker. Although these are helpful, there is still a lot of confusion around all the options at hand. To help you with this,...
Cyber crime is the fastest growing crime in the world. We all know it’s no longer acceptable to use the same simple password, even if you change it occasionally. As technology evolves to be ever more sophisticated and fundamental to our lives, so too must the means by which we protect ourselves and our clients against hackers and cybercriminals. We...
The Government has announced the $2.5bn JobTrainer package to retrain, upskill and open new job opportunities. JobTrainer for job seekers and school leavers An additional 340,700 training places will be created to provide no or low cost courses into sectors with job opportunities. The Government is working with the States and Territories to develop a list of qualifications and skill...
2020 Bookkeeping Firm of the Year Last Friday evening, 19 June, the Keeping Company executives sat at home staring nervously at their computers whilst dressed up in their best kit. Strange concept right! We did this for the first ever virtual live broadcast of the Accountants Daily 2020 Accounting Awards where we were shortlisted as finalists in two categories, Boutique...
Keeping Company has been named as a finalist in the Australian Accounting Awards for Bookkeeping Firm of the Year and Boutique Firm of the Year. Accountants Daily’s Australian Accounting Awards showcases the industry’s most prestigious accolades recognising excellence across the entire accounting industry. The awards pinpoint professional development and innovation, showcasing both the individuals and firms which are leading the...
The Government yesterday released a second, far reaching $66.1 bn stimulus package that boosts income support payments, introduces targeted changes to the superannuation rules, provides cash flow support of up to $100,000 for small business employers, and relaxes corporate insolvency laws. The stimulus measures are not yet legislated. Parliament will reconvene on Monday 23 March. The Prime Minister has warned...
The Stimulus Package: What You Need To Know The Government has announced a $17.6 billion investment package to support the economy as we brace for the impact of the coronavirus. The yet to be legislated four part package focuses on business investment, sustaining employers and driving cash into the economy. For business1. Business investment– Increase and extension of the instant...
As we approach 30 June, we thought it was timely to give our clients a refresher on some common EOFY tax planning tips, and also point out the key changes for the 2019 tax year that may impact you and/or your business. If you have any questions at all regarding any of the below as you prepare for 30 June,...
Is my business making money? Will I have enough cash to pay expenses when they are due? Will I be able to grow my business and increase my salary this year? Like most small businesses, if you find yourself pondering the above questions, then the preparation of an annual business budget is essential. We believe that all businesses should...