1 July to 31 December 2023 The intricacies of the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) and other government revenue authorities’ audit activities are ever evolving. They demand constant vigilance from businesses, self-managed superannuation funds (SMSFs), individuals and...
Client Management
All aspects of managing client relationships including systems and communication
Personalised communication is key to client satisfaction and engagement
by Stan Corner | Oct 30, 2023 | Client Management, Document Management, Practice Management, Technology
In accounting, technical knowledge and analytical skills are critical. However, communication skills are equally significant. Communication is the backbone of any successful relationship. Effective communication goes beyond merely conveying numbers; it builds trust,...
Solvency and Going Concern Assessments – Post COVID Update for External Auditors
by Steven Watson | Sep 25, 2023 | Client Management, Practice Management
The COVID-19 pandemic has reshaped the global economic landscape, leading to considerable financial turbulence and unprecedented challenges for businesses. For external auditors, assessing the solvency and going concern of entities has become even more critical....
Getting started – You need a conversation
by Peter Towers | Sep 22, 2023 | Business Services, Client Management
Andrew Geddes, Joint Founder of Financial Management Research Centre (FMRC) at University of New England and Chair for ten years of GreenCross Ltd, a top 200 ASX company, discussed issues affecting Accountants with Peter Towers, Managing Director of ESS BIZTOOLS....
Enforcement of Debt and Director Penalty Notices: Proactive Management is Key
by Stan Corner | Sep 18, 2023 | Business Services, Client Management
As the ATO takes an increasingly stringent stance on debt, accountants and tax agents need to be more proactive than ever. With the ATO strongly enforcing tax debt there will be a rise in the number of credit referrals and Director Penalty Notices (DPN). Keeping...
SMEs need CFO Services
by Peter Towers | Sep 18, 2023 | Business Services, Client Management
Andrew Geddes an Australian Accounting Industry Guru discussed issues of importance to Accountants with Peter Towers, Managing Director of ESS BIZTOOLS in a recent webinar. CFO Services Offer Many small and medium sized businesses need more than just a bookkeeper....
It’s the dawn of a new era – Are you ready?
by Peter Towers | Aug 21, 2023 | Business Services, Client Management
Insights from a recent webinar presented by ESS BIZTOOLS, featuring Andrew Geddes, Australian Accounting Industry Guru and Peter Towers, Managing Director of ESS BIZTOOLS. In our recent sit-down with the renowned accounting expert, Andrew Geddes, we explored a number...