Accounting & Finance

Here are a selection of news items from the World of Accounting & Finance that have caught our attention. We invite you to share these articles and look forward to discussing your comments.

Jun
29
Accounting jobs to be affected by superannuation governance laws
Australia's superannuation funds could be subject to change.

Australia's superannuation funds could be subject to change.

One of Australia's most important financial institutions could become the focus of new rules designed to improve its management. Those in search of accounting jobs should be taking…

Jun
09
Chartered Accountants ANZ calls for streamlined reporting
Are prepared to adjust to new reporting criteria?

Are prepared to adjust to new reporting criteria?

Professionals working in accounting jobs will no doubt be aware of the skills required by this demanding industry. While managing changes in regulation and laws, these workers may also need to adapt…

Jun
09
Are corporations managing cash flow securely?
How is cash flow shaping Australian businesses?

How is cash flow shaping Australian businesses?

All businesses - no matter the size - are dependant on a reliable and consistent cash flow to ensure clients, customers and employees are adequately supported. 

This can be a challenge for accountin…

Mar
20
Survey reveals red tape impact on Australian business growth
Red tape is preventing many businesses from growing.

Red tape is preventing many businesses from growing.

In an increasingly competitive business landscape, the last thing that organisations want is to be weighed down by unnecessary red tape. However, according to a recently released survey from…

Feb
27
Federal Budget likely to offer 'piecemeal' tax offerings
Will there be any presents in the Federal budget for businesses?

Will there be any presents in the Federal budget for businesses?

During the 2013 federal election, when Tony Abbott and his Liberals swept to power, it was under a cloud of potential tax reform that would benefit both individuals and businesses…

Feb
16
Audit Committee members reveal concerns
There are increasing pressures on Audit Committee members, according to KPMG.

There are increasing pressures on Audit Committee members, according to KPMG.

Audit and accounting teams are certainly an important part of any business. Responsible for overseeing government and industry regulations, their duties are often…

Jan
20
Australian SMEs winning majority of government contracts
Accounting staff are key during government tender negotiations.

Accounting staff are key during government tender negotiations.

It is often difficult to grow businesses in Australia, mostly due to the fact that there are so many companies fighting for the same market space. Large entities can dominate the…

Jan
06
Accountants reveal full threat of cybercrime
Accounting is a profession now affected by cybercrime.

Accounting is a profession now affected by cybercrime.

Cybercrime is a concept that is well discussed amongst many departments across a business. While the IT sector feels the full brunt of the cybercrime storm, the accountancy department isn't…

Nov
10
Accounting candidates growing in demand globally
Monday (November 10) is International Accounting Day.

Monday (November 10) is International Accounting Day.

The Australian accounting industry is crucial to nearly all parts of the business landscape. From auditors, financial analysts, compliance officers and accountants themselves, this sector is one…