Best ATO Office Podcasts (2024)

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Contractor arrangements attracting closer scrutiny from ATO, revenue offices 24:42

26d ago24:42

24:42

CGW Lawyers partner Fletch Heinemann shares some of the critical considerations for businesses engaging contractors with audit activity in this area on this rise. In this episode, Heinemann discusses two major High Court decisions, Construction, Forestry, Maritime, Mining and Energy Union v Personnel Contracting Pty Ltd and ZG Operations Pty Ltd v …

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The latest accounting tech updates for winter 1:02:54

5d ago1:02:54

1:02:54

Heather Smith and Tyler Caskey break down the latest developments and features in the accounting technology space for June and July. In this latest episode, technology expert and commentator Heather Smith and Tyler Caskey, partner at The Bean Counters, provide their insights on what's been happening in the fast-moving accounting technology space. S…

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Emerging opportunities on the advice front for accounting firms 16:56

13d ago16:56

16:56

George Haramis chats about emerging advice opportunities for accountants following advancements in digital advice and what’s next for accountantsGPS. AccountantsGPS founder and CEO George Haramis talks to Accountants Daily about what his platform is doing to actively address the advice gap and the barriers facing accountants wanting to provide clie…

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The current state of play with tax debts and the ATO 17:46

1M ago17:46

17:46

Tax debt specialist Olga Koskie explains why it's not all doom and gloom in relation to payment plans and tax debts despite a shift in the ATO's approach. In this latest episode, Tax Assure director and principal Olga Koskie shares what she's currently seeing in practice in terms of the ATO's approach to tax debts and the types of terms it is willi…

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Accounting tech wrap for April and May 52:24

2M ago52:24

52:24

Heather Smith and Tyler Caskey delve into the latest features, integrations and developments across QuickBooks, MYOB and Xero over April and May. Accounting app specialist Heather Smith and technology enthusiast and partner at The Bean Counters, Tyler Caskey, share their thoughts on some of the recent updates across accounting apps in the past two …

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The latest on payroll tax and the issues impacting medical practices 18:50

3M ago18:50

18:50

Cooper Grace Ward Lawyers partner Sarah Lancaster provides an update on the payroll tax issues continuing to plague medical practices and the critical planning needed in this area. In this episode, Lancaster shares some of the highlights from her upcoming presentation at the ACE Accounting Conference & Expo next month. She discusses the potential a…

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Why smaller accounting firms are landing government contracts 22:37

4M ago22:37

22:37

A bids and tender specialist has seen a dramatic increase in small to medium accounting firms bidding for government contracts in the past year. In this episode, Jason Cooney, director at The Tender Team, explains why smaller accounting firms have become more courageous with bids for government contracts more recently and some of the reasons for th…

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Business stress testing critical as economic conditions worsen 20:23

5M ago20:23

20:23

Michael Fingland explains the vital role that stress testing can play for businesses in an economy "teetering on the edge of recession". In this latest episode, Vantage Performance chief executive Michael Fingland gives a rundown on the concept of stress testing and how businesses can utilise this strategy to prepare for further headwinds in the ye…

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First quarter tech update for accountants 49:04

5M ago49:04

49:04

Heather Smith and Tyler Caskey delve into the latest technology transformations and feature and functionality updates for the start of the year. In this episode, accounting apps specialist Heather Smith and Tyler Caskey, partners at TheBeanCounters, discuss recent developments in real-time banking transactions, direct digital receipting and multi-c…

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Women in Finance: Building a brand that lasts 26:21

5M ago26:21

26:21

There are so many amazingly successful women in the finance industry, but only a small number have a strong brand and online presence in this traditionally male-dominated industry. As we celebrate International Women’s Day, we want to help more women raise their profile and showcase the incredible professionals in this space. In this episode, partn…

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Spike in succession planning an opportunity for virtual CFOs 26:46

8M ago26:46

26:46

Family businesses ripe to pass on often need help after getting stuck in their ways, says the principal of a financial advisory firm. A spike in succession planning in the wake of COVID-19 has created a wealth of opportunities for advisers and virtual CFO services, says one finance specialist. Principal of iFin Capital and iFin Advisory, Nathan Hog…

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Accountants look in vain for talent shortage silver bullet 36:33

8M ago36:33

36:33

Outsourcing will be part of the answer for some, but finding a senior locally will remain a problem, says Trent McLaren. The accountancy profession looks in vain for a talent shortage silver bullet and some firms face a tough decision about whether outsourcing is part of the answer, according to the co-founder of marketing and sales consultancy, Jo…

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Women in Finance: How diversity provides a competitive advantage 20:15

9M ago20:15

20:15

Following the Women in Finance Summit and Awards 2023, we’re catching up with some of the leading women in the financial services space. In this episode, we chat to Rebecca Warren, executive general manager of small-business banking at CommBank, about how she navigated a historically male-dominated industry over her 20-year career and why she belie…

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Women in Finance: The power of having strong female role models 28:12

9M ago28:12

28:12

Following the Women in Finance Summit and Awards 2023, we’re catching up with some of the leading women in the financial services space. In this episode, we chat to Suzanne Wood, state general manager residential broker Victoria/Tasmania at Westpac Group (and state chair of the Women of Westpac employee advocacy group), about how she climbed the ca…

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Cyber crims quick to exploit AI sophistication 35:05

9M ago35:05

35:05

Grammatical errors and other easy signs of fake messaging are gone and “wealthy, trusting” Australia has become a favourite target. AI has taken the rough edges off cyber scams and removed the easy “tells” in fake messages such as typos or grammatical errors, says one digital security specialist. “Now they just have ChatGPT correct the text – they …

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Financial advice regime leaves SMSFs out in the cold 31:58

10M ago31:58

31:58

The financial advice regime has failed to deliver guidance to SMSFs through its licensing rules and the Quality of Advice Review offers little prospect for change, according to the CEO of two fintechs aiming to bridge the gap. George Haramis said some accounting firms acquired licences to offer advice to SMSFs but providers fell away, leaving almos…

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Women in Finance: The importance of showcasing diversity at all levels 33:36

10M ago33:36

33:36

Ahead of the Women in Finance Summit and Awards 2023, we’re catching up with some of the leading women in the financial services space. In this episode, we chat to Anjali Crossette, manager of motor operations at non-bank lender Liberty, about breaking barriers and misconceptions about car finance and why she believes the industry needs to showcase…

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Building Reliable Digital Foundations for the Future - Guests: Nick Law, Head of Atos Cloud Migration and Milena Rauti, Global Head of Cloud Portfolio, Atos 26:18

10M ago26:18

26:18

Today, IT modernization means a lot more than just migrating to multi-cloud. Experiencing the full potential of cloud technology requires a complex journey that takes talented teams, tested solutions, state-of-the-art technology, and most importantly, a reliable digital foundation on which to build and innovate. On this episode, host Anna Lawler, V…

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Women in Finance: The Olympian financial planner balancing passion and profession 18:26

10M ago18:26

18:26

Ahead of the Women in Finance Summit and Awards 2023, we’re catching up with some of the leading women in the financial services space. In this episode, host Maja Garaca Djurdjevic is joined by Olympian and financial adviser at HLB Mann Judd, Sarah Carli, to discuss how she made her way from the track to financial advice. Ms Carli, who competed in …

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Women in Finance: How Mortgage Choice is working to create inclusive workplaces 26:59

10M ago26:59

26:59

Ahead of the Women in Finance Summit and Awards 2023, we’re catching up with some of the leading women in the financial services space. Deslie Taylor, principal at Mortgage Choice Ormeau in Queensland, is one of the top brokers in the country, having settled over $1 billion in loans in her 16-year career and taken home numerous awards including Mor…

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Economic downturn now insolvency driving force 29:32

10M ago29:32

29:32

Tax debt hangovers from the pandemic are behind the rise in SME insolvencies but adverse economic conditions now drive company wind-ups and it will only get worse, say two specialists in the area. Speaking on the latest Accountant Daily podcast, Jirsch Sutherland national managing partner Bradd Morelli and Sydney partner Andrew Spring said people o…

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Women in Finance: Why Joanna James believes in visualising and emotionalising success 41:29

10M ago41:29

41:29

Ahead of the Women in Finance Summit and Awards 2023, we’re catching up with some of the leading women in the financial services space. Joanna James is an advocate for constant reinvention and resilience, having adapted to change over her career in the finance space herself. Having worked in the lending space for more than 20 years – including as t…

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Defining a New Market in Private AI - Guest: Chris Wolf, Vice President at VMware AI Labs 18:48

10M ago18:48

18:48

In the rapidly evolving AI landscape, enterprises are looking to unlock the potential of AI while ensuring the highest levels of privacy and control for their customers. In this episode, host Anna Lawler, Vice President of Global Partner Ecosystem Marketing at VMware, sits down with VMware AI Labs Vice President Chris Wolf for an in-depth discussio…

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Women in Finance: Why Tanya Sale believes support is key to being a female leader 41:17

11M ago41:17

41:17

Ahead of the Women in Finance Summit and Awards 2023, we’re catching up with some of the leading women in the financial services space. Tanya Sale co-founded mortgage aggregation group outsource Financial with Andrea Tassis 13 years ago, with Tanya now one of the very few female CEOs in the mortgage industry. In this episode, Annie Kane sits down w…

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‘Depleted savings, credit card debt leave economy on last legs’ 38:45

11M ago38:45

38:45

Maxed-out credit cards together with household savings at a 20-year low are alarming portents for the looming recession, says turnaround specialist Michael Fingland. The founder and CEO of Vantage Performance said the increased costs of servicing a mortgage had depleted cash built up during the pandemic and it was business as usual for credit card …

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ATO strikes without warning in harder line on debt 30:10

11M ago30:10

30:10

Enforcement action without warning is an unmistakeable sign that the ATO has adopted a tougher line on debt recovery, says a tax debt specialist. “We’re absolutely seeing an increase in enforcement action, an increased focus on individuals – so directors and not just the company – and an increase in enforcement action without any warning,” said Olg…

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‘Technology throws up fresh ethical challenges for accountants’ 31:49

12M ago31:49

31:49

Artificial intelligence and other emerging technologies throw up fresh ethical challenges for accountants who need to be aware of the pitfalls, says RMIT honorary professor of accounting Brendan O’Connell. Speaking on the latest Accountants Daily podcast alongside CPA Australia ethics policy senior manager Keddie Waller, Mr O’Connell said AI brough…

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‘AI only a threat to firms which renounce it’ 30:36

1y ago30:36

30:36

Artificial intelligence will never usurp accountants, although firms that fail to embrace the technology have the most to fear, according to the marketing leader for accounting and advisory at Intuit QuickBooks, Damien Greathead. “I don’t think it’s going to replace accountants,” Mr Greathead said on the latest Accountants Daily podcast. “I think i…

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We’re in a recession – we just don’t know it yet 37:07

1y ago37:07

37:07

We are effectively in a recession already with near-zero GDP growth and many industries under pressure, says turnaround specialist Michael Fingland. Mr Fingland, CEO of Vantage Performance, said its focus on helping to save troubled businesses meant it witnessed changes in the economy “roughly six months before the insolvency profession”. “It’s fee…

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Tech as a Force For Good: NetClean and ITQ Team Up to Safeguard IT Environments and Our Society - Guests: Anna Borgström, CEO, NetClean and Francisco Perez, Founder and President, ITQ 21:35

1y ago21:35

21:35

This episode features two special guests: Anna Borgström, CEO at NetClean, and Francisco Perez, Founder and President of ITQ. They join VMware host Anna Lawler for an important conversation about the role of technology in eliminating unwittingly hosting child sexual abuse material (CSAM), protecting corporate IT environments and ultimately safeguar…

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TaxSmart Cafe duo navigate studied routes to success 25:04

1y ago25:04

25:04

A 90-degree turn from healthcare to financial health turned out to be a winning move for Isagani Manaois of TaxSmart Cafe, who was named Property Specialist Accountant of the Year at the recent Australian Accounting Awards. “When I moved to Australia I started studying accounting because of the flexibility,” he said, after the 24-hour shift work of…

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Awards ‘vital to boost image of profession’ 26:27

1y ago26:27

26:27

Awards are vital to boost accounting in the eyes of students, says Mazars Sydney managing partner Matthew Ashley, because attracting talent to the profession is a key challenge. Mr Ashley, who won Partner of the Year at the recent Australian Accounting Awards for the second time in a row, said everyone faced the same problem but awards were part of…

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‘Never give up!’ says Excellence Award winner 29:49

1y ago29:49

29:49

“Never give up!” is the message from Natalia Clack, winner of the Excellence Award at the recent Australian Accounting Awards, who overcame the challenge of learning a specialty and setting up her own business after moving here from Russia 20 years ago. “If you decide to come to another country and things are not going smooth, just push and be resi…

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Key tax issues and opportunities in the crypto space 16:16

1y ago16:16

16:16

Tax on Chain discusses some of the major tax issues in the cryptocurrency space and the strong demand for specialist tax services involving crypto assets. Director of Tax on Chain, Oliver Woodbridge, outlines some of the biggest gripes for accountants dealing with crypto assets and the difficulty in navigating the tax framework. With regulatory gui…

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Challenges and opportunities for creative industries 16:04

1y ago16:04

16:04

Specialist accounting firm Darkwave discusses the outlook for creative industries and where accountants can play a guiding role. Darkwave director Meredith Fannin highlights some of the challenges facing those working across entertainment, music, performance, TV and film over the next 12 months, including the rising cost of living and advancements …

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Big Wins Begin with Great Cloud Advisory Services 18:45

1y ago18:45

18:45

Bernd Schlotter, President, Software & Cloud Services at SoftwareOne, describes the company’s cloud advisory services as a superpower. By guiding customers on the front end and advising them about the economics of their entire cloud journey, they help customers do more with less. For 20+ years, VMware and SoftwareOne have helped companies develop a…

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EOFY tax planning tips for super 24:31

1y ago24:31

24:31

Accountants and their clients will have some unique strategy dilemmas to consider in the lead up to 30 June this year. In this episode, we share a conversation with one of our sister brands, The SMSF Adviser Show. Tim Miller, SMSF technical and education manager at Smarter SMSF and Smarter SMSF chief executive Aaron Dunn share a range of tips, trap…

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Opportunities and challenges for payroll in the new financial year 11:13

1y ago11:13

11:13

KeyPay co-founder and head of product at Employment Hero Phil Bernie outlines some of the upcoming challenges with payroll for the year ahead and where Australia’s employment system could be improved. Mr Bernie discusses what some of the main hurdles will be for accountants next financial year including the continued rollout of single touch payroll…

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$3m threshold to spur new challenges around licensed advice 20:13

1y ago20:13

20:13

The current advice framework creates significant issues for unlicensed accountants looking to provide advice on the proposed $3 million threshold, warns CA ANZ. In this episode of the Accountants Daily podcast, Tony Negline from CA ANZ shares his thoughts on some of the recent developments happening with advice reforms and superannuation policy. Wi…

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The avoidable errors that trip accountants up 30:29

1y ago30:29

30:29

Accountants are prone to a raft of common mistakes that hold them back but can be avoided with planning, says Rob Pillans, founder and principal consultant at Planet Consulting. A former accountant himself, Mr Pillans admires the profession “but I do see some things a bit too often that I would love accountants to be doing a bit differently”, he sa…

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Women in Accounting Awards achieve global recognition 27:27

1+ y ago27:27

27:27

Ignition’s Top 50 Women in Accounting Awards has gone from strength to strength and now has global recognition, says its originator Guy Pearson, the CEO and co-founder of the company. He established the awards six years ago to acknowledge the many women who had been instrumental in his early career but who “undersold themselves”. “We can move the n…

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Accountants ‘suffocating in their own workflow’ 33:11

1+ y ago33:11

33:11

Too many practices are “suffocating in their own workflow”, says the head of accounting at Intuit QuickBooks, Shaye Thyer, but too many keep doing things the hard way. Speaking on the latest Accountants Daily podcast, Ms Thyer said a recent Intuit QuickBooks roadshow had revealed the surprising extent to which practices tolerated unnecessary burden…

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Why Multi-Cloud is a Given in Today’s Hyperconnected World - Guest: Howie Lau, Managing Partner, Corporate Development and Partnerships, NCS 19:30

1+ y ago19:30

19:30

For more than four decades, NCS has been serving governments, enterprises, and telcos across different sectors in Asia, and became the first digital services company in Singapore to achieve sovereign cloud competency. Today, the majority of Singapore’s government ministries and agencies are clients of NCS. On this episode, Howie Lau, Managing Partn…

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Accountants ‘should take lessons from other sectors’ 31:52

1+ y ago31:52

31:52

Accountants can learn a lot from other industries, says Rob Pillans, founder and principal consultant at Planet Consulting, and some of the examples are surprising. Speaking on the latest Accountants Daily podcast he said Appliances Online, for instance, had identified two pain points when it comes to buying whitegoods. “Firstly, how long is it goi…

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Expect rates to stay higher for longer and plan for rises 32:26

1+ y ago32:26

32:26

Interest rates will remain at today’s “elevated” levels and the only way from here is up, says the senior manager of business and investment at CPA Australia, Gavan Ord. Speaking on the latest Accountants Daily podcast, he said the low rate levels of a year ago, before the run of RBA rises, were unlikely to return. “We will have elevated interest r…

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What’s next for the $3m threshold? 37:38

1+ y ago37:38

37:38

The SMSF Association and CA ANZ highlight some of the grey areas and potential policy positions that could be taken with the proposed threshold. SMSF Association head of policy and advocacy, Tracey Scotchbrook, and superannuation and financial services leader at Chartered Accountants Australia, Tony Negline, share their latest insights about the pr…

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Small business ‘the big culprit’ over FBT gap 33:05

1+ y ago33:05

33:05

The ATO believes small business is the big culprit when it comes to compliance with FBT and it’s on a mission to round up the missing millions, says specialist Paul Mather on the latest Accountants Daily podcast. Mr Mather, who is founder of FBT Salary Packaging Solutions, said the tax gap with FBT – the difference between what the ATO collected an…

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Driving Value Realization for Customers Through Partnerships - Guest: Paula Hodgins, SVP Worldwide Cloud Sales, VMware 21:22

1+ y ago21:22

21:22

As VMware’s SVP of Worldwide Cloud Sales, Paula Hodgins leads the team responsible for cloud solutions that enable customers to run and manage their environments, whether on-premise, at the edge, or in a hyperscale cloud. According to Paula, it’s the most exciting place to be at VMware. On this episode, host Anna Lawler chats with Paula about her i…

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SVB collapse takes tech industry into ‘uncharted territory’ 29:19

1+ y ago29:19

29:19

The collapse of Silicon Valley Bank has taken the tech industry into “uncharted territory” and venture capital now seeks more solidity in its investment targets, says Damien Greathead of Intuit QuickBooks. The company’s head of marketing for the accountant and adviser group, speaking on the latest Accountants Daily podcast, said a mood change was d…

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Thousands of defunct businesses ‘simply handing back the keys’ 31:14

1+ y ago31:14

31:14

About 50,000 business owners a year are simply handing back the keys and walking away, says the chief executive of insolvency body ARITA, due to a “dysfunctional” wind-up system. John Winter of the Australian Restructuring, Insolvency and Turnaround Association said the issue was starting to appear on government radar because the numbers involved w…

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