Challenge the status quo with creativity, auditors told

Challenge the status quo with creativity, auditors told

Speaking at the Institute of Internal Auditors International Conference 2017, Mike Jacka, chief creative pilot for Flying Pig Audit, Consulting, and Training Solutions, said creativity in the industry is often misunderstood as frivolous fun.IBM’s 2010 Global CEO study...
Global cyber security executive gives insight to accountants

Global cyber security executive gives insight to accountants

Speaking at the Institute of Internal Auditors International Conference, Paul Jackson, managing director of Stroz Friedberg, said despite the attention given to ransomware attacks in recent times, much needs to be said of other scams, including the business e-mail...
New survey shows Aussies’ plans for tax refunds

New survey shows Aussies’ plans for tax refunds

Over three-quarters (77 per cent) of Australians are expecting to receive a tax return from the government for the 2016-17 financial year, according to a survey of over 2,000 Australians from finder.com.au.Across the generations, Baby Boomers were more inclined to...
IPA signs new service agreement with AAT

IPA signs new service agreement with AAT

The IPA and the AAT have shared office accommodation in Melbourne since 2009. IPA chief executive officer Andrew Conway said the agreement would leverage on the value of the AAT to strengthen their shared voice on behalf of small businesses. “When the IPA formed the...
Accountants take aim at increased red tape

Accountants take aim at increased red tape

Changes such as the need for an Australian Financial Services License (AFSL), automation of the ATO’s processes, and the introduction of the Single Touch Payroll Reporting (STPR) were among some of the issues identified as pain points by accountants.Change Accountants...