Tax inVoice

In the second episode of our special JobKeeper Payment series, we welcome back Assistant Commissioner of Marketing and Communications Sally Bektas and Deputy Commissioner James O’Halloran, the ATO Program lead for the JobKeeper Payment.
In this episode they discuss what sole traders and other entities need to do to check their eligibility, provide details on key dates and where to go for more information or assistance.

For the latest updates about the JobKeeper Payment program, go to ato.gov.au/jobkeeper

For more information about other ATO measures and tailored support during COVID-19, visit ato.gov.au/coronavirus

In the first episode of our special JobKeeper Payment series Assistant Commissioner of Marketing and Communications Sally Bektas sits down with Deputy Commissioner James O’Halloran, the ATO Program lead for the JobKeeper Payment.

They discuss the JobKeeper Payment program, one of the COVID-19 support measures being administered by the ATO on behalf of the Australian Government, as well as what eligible employers and employees need to do, key dates for the program and where to go for more information.

For the latest updates about the JobKeeper Payment program go to ato.gov.au/jobkeeper
For more information about other ATO measures and tailored support during COVID-19 visit ato.gov.au/coronavirus

Alexi Boyd, BAS agent and presenter of Small Biz Matters, sits down with Chief Digital Officer John Dardo to discuss myGovID and Relationship Authorisation Manager (RAM). They chat about why AUSkey is being replaced, how to start using myGovID and RAM and the benefits they bring.
Find more information at www.ato.gov.au/mygovid

Tim Hoopmann, Founder of Spinn Business Solutions interviews Assistant Commissioner Jason Lucchese about Single Touch Payroll (STP). They discuss why it has been introduced, how to comply with the new reporting requirements and what to do if you haven't started reporting.

For more information visit:

Single Touch Payroll

No-cost and low-cost solutions for Single Touch Payroll

Recorded and published as a part of Australian Cyber Security week and Stay Smart Online week, CEO of AustCyber Michelle Price interviews ATO Deputy Commissioner Will Day about the huge impact of cybercrime on Australian businesses, what information is available and what to do if you are a victim of cybercrime or your business has been impacted by a cyber-attack.

You can find some of the resources Michelle and Will mentioned in the episode here:

Top cyber security tips for business

ato.gov.au/onlinesecurity

http://www.austcyber.com

www.oaic.gov.au

In our latest Tax inVoice episode to hear Andrew Orme, Deputy Chief Tax Counsel speak with Elissa Keen from the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission about our public advice and guidance system.

Andrew and Elissa's discussion provides valuable insight into how:

• PAG products are tailored so you or your clients can provide guidance on contestable issues and where interpretation of the law may be unclear

• artificial intelligence and automation may help shape the future of
  public advice

• your feedback helps us decide our focus when developing these
  products

• the consultation process works and how you can get involved.

In this episode, ATO Assistant Commissioner Graham Whyte talks to Jackie Gleeson, KPMG's Director of People and Change.

They discuss:

• the importance of employers meeting their super obligations

• helpful products, calculators and tools to help employers do so

• common errors to avoid when using the Small Business Superannuation Clearing House (SBSCH), and

• the implications of recent law changes and what they mean for employers.

In this episode we join Karen Foat, Assistant Commissioner ATO, Delia Rickard, Deputy Chair, Australian Competition and Consumer Commission, and Karl Hanmore, Assistant Director-General of Engagement, Operations and Intelligence, Australian Cyber Security Centre. They discuss scams and how they are affecting everyday Australians and businesses, and tips on what to do if you’ve been scammed.

In this episode we join Assistant Commissioner Jade Hawkins as she discusses tax time tips for trusts with Peter Bembrick, partner at HLB Mann Judd Advisory and Accounting. They talk through some of the common mistakes trustees make and how to get it right in the lead up to tax time.

In this episode Assistant Commissioner Andrew Watson who has overseen the Online services for agents project is joined by Chris Hooper, CEO of Accodex and public beta participant. They discuss the build process, the benefits of the new system and what’s coming next.