Computers need data but people need information. Information is data that has been processed, organised, structured and interpreted. Information gives context and meaning to data. But if the underlying data is inaccurate, the...
Superannuation reform has been at top of the Federal government’s agenda since the budget announcement earlier this year. The new changes have significantly redefined the objective for Australia’s superannuation scheme. It...
Read our latest issue of Pilot Directions. The quarterly newsletter includes relevant accounting news as well as updates about the firm. Pilot Directions Volume...
Bookkeeping is essential to any business whether it is big or small. Unfortunately, this practice is neglected most of the time which in return negatively affects businesses. According to CPA Australia, there are businesses that...
Since the announcement of Australia’s new property withholding tax regime on 1 July, we have flagged the risks of this withholding tax to parties to family law matters. The Australian Tax Office (ATO) has now taken a...
As we approach Fraud Awareness Week, we wanted to share some instances whereby Pilot and its clients have been approached by scammers. We believe fraud activity is on the rise and scammers are targeting businesses of all...
WHO IS A BOOKKEEPER A bookkeeper can be described as a person who performs all the administrative and operational duties that are related to the management of the financial activities of the business. The functions of a...
The superannuation landscape is about to change significantly following the May 2016 Federal Budget announcement. Although the proposals are not yet law, it seems certain that whatever the final outcome, the reforms will target...