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The Evolving Role of Bookkeeping in an AI-Driven World
June 10th, 2026The CFO2GO team at McKinley Plowman has observed with interest Artificial intelligence (AI) moving rapidly from a futuristic concept to an everyday business tool, and now many Australian businesses are already using AI-powered systems (perhaps without even realising it) for bookkeeping purposes and beyond. Cloud accounting platforms continue to introduce smarter automation features, and forread more
R&D Tax Incentives (R&DTI): How to Structure a Project for Success
May 20th, 2026If you’re in business and developing new technology, refining manufacturing processes, or solving complex technical problems, there may be an opportunity to access valuable government support through the Research and Development Tax Incentive (R&DTI) program. Innovation is essential for Australian businesses looking to stay competitive and improve efficiency, however, claiming an R&D Tax incentive isread more
Get Your Business Ready for Payday Super
March 11th, 2026If you’re used to paying super quarterly, Payday Super will be one of the most significant payroll changes your business has faced in years. From 1 July 2026, superannuation contributions must be paid at the same time as your employees’ wages and received by their super fund within seven business days. For many business owners,read more
Design an Employee Share Scheme (ESS) That Actually Works
March 5th, 2026In today’s competitive labour market, retaining high-performing people is one of the greatest challenges facing Australian business owners. Salary alone is rarely enough. Senior leaders and high-potential employees increasingly want a stake in the business they’re helping to build. An Employee Share Scheme (ESS) can be a powerful way to align performance with long-term value,read more
Your 2025-26 Fringe Benefits Tax (FBT) Preparation Checklist
February 26th, 2026As we approach the end of the 2025–26 Fringe Benefits Tax (FBT) year on 31 March 2026, now is the time for preparation and to take control of your obligations. FBT can become complex for some businesses, especially where vehicles, travel, entertainment, hybrid work arrangements and employee reimbursements, or a mix of these, are involved.read more
Real Estate Professionals – Are you Ready for 2026 AUSTRAC Reforms?
December 10th, 2025AUSTRAC Real Estate Reforms - The Next Wave of Financial Regulation From 1 July 2026, Australia’s Anti-Money Laundering and Counter-Terrorism Financing (AML/CTF) regime is expanding, and real estate professionals are in the spotlight. Under the AUSTRAC real estate reforms, property professionals will join around 80,000 additional businesses required to enrol and report to AUSTRAC, Australia’sread more
Unlocking Growth: How Australian Businesses Can Maximise R&D Tax Incentives
December 3rd, 2025Innovation is a key driver of growth in Australia’s business landscape, yet many organisations underestimate just how much of their work may qualify for R&D Tax Incentives (R&DTI). While some assume it applies only to high-tech labs or cutting-edge inventions, the R&DTI is intentionally broad, designed to reward businesses undertaking genuine experimentation and problem-solving toread more
Forecasting for Business Growth
November 19th, 2025In the business world, knowledge is a powerful asset, particularly when it comes to understanding your financial future. While we can’t rely on a crystal ball for predictions, it is undeniably important to forecast the financial performance of your business. In fact, forecasting should be an integral part of your operational strategy, not something doneread more
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