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Easier way for new employees to apply for a Tax File Number
It is now easier for new employees to apply for an ATO Tax File Number, using a three-step process: 1. Complete an online application at www.ato.gov.au/TFNapply 2. Print out the summary. 3. Take the summary and the required original proof-of-identity documents to a...
Australian Tax Office (ATO) App for smart devices
You may not be aware that the ATO has a down-loadable App for Individual and Business tax information. From the ATO website: "If you’re an individual or small business owner you can track, work out, calculate, and find relevant tax information and tools in one place....
Deadlines for ATO quarterly BAS returns – Reminder
Yesterday was the deadline for submission of quarterly paper BAS returns for the January – March 2014 quarter. If you are submitting your BAS via the Business Portal you have until 12 May 2014. If you are unable to meet this deadline, Zenith Accounts can assist you by...
Some basic bookkeeping tips
Accurate and systematic bookkeeping records are essential for any small or start-up business. The general perception of bookkeeping is that it is an overwhelming task involving boring and monotonous recording of tiny details. But this is not actually true. In reality,...