The ATO client-agent linking process is here to stay, but we are still hoping for refinements to make it simpler, especially for clients who are new to the ATO systems and myGovID.
Single Touch Payroll and End of Financial Year 2024 with GovReports
Once again, we are coming to the end of the financial year. How is the Year of the Dragon treating you so far? Tradition tells us it is often a year of promising opportunities, professional expansion, good luck and potency. We hope the year has been one of good fortune for you and your business.
Streamline ATO Client-Agent Linking: Easy Steps and Expert Guidance
In 2022, the ATO introduced a new trial system to link business owners and registered agents. The system has now been rolled out to most businesses and starts on 13 November 2023. Sole traders are exempt, but all other businesses must engage a registered agent via the new process.
Lodge tax returns online in simple steps with GovReports
Australian small businesses, corporates and the majority of individuals are required to report taxable earnings and deductible expenses to the ATO. Preparation of lodge tax returns can often feel like a monumental task, cause stress and take more time than expected. Yet the availability of cloud software specifically designed for this purpose has made the process more streamlined than ever.
STP Phase 2 for Australian Employers using GovReports
Single Touch Payroll (STP) which was rolled out on 1 July 2018 revolutionised payroll reporting, making it easier for employers to report their employees’ payroll information to the Australian Taxation Office (ATO). ATO STP is essentially Digital Payroll Reporting and was introduced in multiple phases, with Phase 1 and Phase 2 being significant milestones. In this blog, we will explore the differences between STP Phase 1 and STP Phase 2 for Australian employers, helping you stay compliant and efficient in managing your payroll responsibilities.