Small business

15 Aug: Small Businesses Accountant: Sydney, Reference Checks and Interviews

No business owner can afford to hire the wrong accountant. This is especially true of a small business owner whose entire life is wrapped up in his or her business and if an unethical or poorly trained accountant were to be hired, it would be an error that may cause the small business owner his entire life’s work. That is why it is critical to do a thorough and complete review of any accounting firm before you hire them on as your accountant, Sydney.

06 Jun: Do you need tax accountants in Sydney?

Whether or not you are struggling to fill in your tax returns, tax accountants in Sydney can make the whole process far easier and will take the pressure off you. It can be a nerve-wracking process, because there are so many rules and regulations, and any mistakes could cost you time and may even come with costly penalties. The best way to avoid this, and to ensure that your tax returns are submitted without any hassle on your part, is to contact tax accountants. Sydney is home to a number of supportive and reliable firms who will be able to help you, such as City Tax Accountants. If you own a small business, the need for a tax accountant is even more pressing, particularly if yours is a new business. You may not have much experience in this field, and it is important to get the right advice from experts,…

27 Dec: Bookkeeping Financial Reporting

The Accounting X Factor for Bookkeeping Financial Reporting Accounting combined with Bookkeeping Financial Reporting, not the reality TV show with aspiring singers. However it does share something in common. Both require a good deal of courage, and there’s still a good deal of judgement and consequences when things go wrong. Many entrepreneurs throw their hands in the air and give up on controlling or wrangling with their financial affairs. Often they give this over to their accountant who takes complete control of the budget. Although this often means that they give up valuable learning opportunities. When speaking with your accounting services specialist, do you ask lots of questions? As the old saying goes, the only silly question is the one that’s not asked. These questions are never easy, but when you start asking them you will find a whole wealth of information about bookkeeping, accounting, and financial reporting with City Tax Accountants….

13 Dec: Business Accountants Sydney CBD

 Business Accountants Sydney CBD – avoiding Small Business Start Up pitfalls If you are thinking about business start up and growing your wealth, great care needs to be taken about the taxation and accounting side of your future business to ensure that it is accurate and compliant.  If you’re on the look out for helpful business accountants Sydney CBD, City Tax Accountants can help you with: [mt_list style=”square”] drafting your business start up Constitution; ABN, ACN, GST, PAYGW and Business Name registrations; Tax advise and tax effective planning; setting you up with bookkeeping software for small business: invoicing, accounts payable, bank reconciliation & bookkeeping (15% discount to Xero accounting software online offered); fixed fee monthly packages: Bookkeeping + Payroll + BAS + Annual Tax Return (from $176 plus GST per month).  [/mt_list] Start Up Business Any business when it first starts needs to work out how much business start up capital is needed.  If you’re starting…

13 Dec: Accounting Firms Sydney

Accounting Firms Sydney Managing your money is highly important to the success of your business. It is why so many turn to City Tax Accountants for help with their accounting needs. As one of the best accounting firms Sydney has to offer, we understand exactly what it is your business needs. We have been working as accountants for more than 20 years and have helped businesses just like yours to manage financial accounts, go through audits, prepare taxes and provide general advice. We are ready to provide you with the service you need. Accounting Firms for Private and Professional Accounts City Tax Accountants specialise in working with clients of all calibres. We formulate our accounting strategy to what benefits you the most. Whether you are looking for personal wealth management or you need better direction and control for your business, we have what you are looking for. Our team of…

13 Dec: Accounting Company Sydney

Accounting Company Sydney: Understanding Balance Sheets and Profit & Loss  Statements  One of the most important aspects of running a business, is understanding the numbers, particularly the balance sheet and PnL statements. Leaving this in the hands of sydney accounting firms means that an excellent and steep learning curve is missed.  A terrific one stop shop for accounting and taxation in Sydney, is City Tax Accountants.  They are one of the most well respected and reliable tax accountants in Australia. Profit and Loss Statements  A profit and loss statement, or P&L  as it is widely known, is a summary of a business’ financial performance over a time period.  Typically this ranges from quarterly to annual periods.  This is a transparent way for businesses to track performance, and where possible to spot areas that are burning a hole in the pocket, or an overboard expenditure in some areas.  A profit and loss…

13 Dec: Sydney Accountants

Understanding Taxation And Your Business Entity With Sydney Accountants Whether you running an SME, are in a partnership or a sole trader, the calculation of tax will differ.  Taxation compliance and the calculation of tax varies markedly dependant upon the type of business entity. Any new or existing business should stay well informed by their Sydney Accountants of the laws to ensure that compliance needs are met.  Taxation and accounting laws vary from state to state. Where possible it’s always a good idea to check on the ATO website for more information. There are plenty of accountants in Sydney who are willing to help local SMEs and small businesses in this matter.  Sole Traders Going at it alone and working for yourself may seem intimidating at first, but it can also be deeply rewarding. Getting the tax and accounting part right is the bread and butter part of running a business as…

12 Dec: Tax Agents Sydney

Tax Agents Sydney: Setting Up A Business If you are ready to get into a new business, then there’s a lot of preparation involved. The decision to start up a company is one that’s not to be taken lightly. One needs to gain the necessary management skills, industry knowledge and technical nous to be a success. One of the most important components getting a business to succeed, is having the right financial knowledge and good Sydney tax agents. Number Crunching  The first part of setting up a small business, is working out how much money you need. If you have sufficient savings or will need to take out a loan to cover the start up costs. The cost of a start up will vary greatly depending upon what type of business you plan to open.  Some common start ups include: [mt_list style=”disc”] A Franchise business Buying an existing business Starting a…

11 Dec: Tax Accountants Sydney

Business Accounting: The Compliant Way According to Margaret Mitchell, author of ‘Gone with the Wind’, there are three certainties in this universe: death, childbirth and taxes. So it’s therefore crucial that Australian small business owners get the right information about their legal obligations, but what exactly does this mean in practice? How does a business owner keep abreast of the myriad of taxation changes that occur every year? This is when some background knowledge and personalised guidance from a Sydney tax accountant is necessary. Companies, sole traders, partnerships and trusts all have varying legal obligations and they are all taxed in different ways. There are tax accountants in Sydney that can help in this situation, with ample expertise in the areas of payroll, income tax and GST. However not all tax accountants are created equal. Business Tax Concessions and Tax Breaks Businesses with a turnover of less than $2M can…