Taxation

We provide advice and assistance on the full range of Federal and State taxes, including Income Tax, GST, Fringe Benefits Tax, Capital Gains Tax, and Land Tax. We also assist with Payroll Tax compliance for employers. Our team keeps current with legislative changes to ensure your obligations are correctly managed.

Yes. We prepare taxation returns for all entity types — individuals, companies, partnerships, trusts, and self-managed superannuation funds. We also prepare and review income tax returns for not-for-profit and charitable entities with specific tax concession requirements.

Yes. We assist with GST registration, ongoing BAS preparation, and the resolution of any GST queries or disputes. For businesses transitioning to GST or changing their accounting basis, we can provide guidance on the technical requirements and practical steps involved.

Capital gains tax planning typically involves reviewing the timing of asset disposals, identifying applicable concessions (such as the small business CGT concessions), ensuring correct cost base calculation, and considering the impact across related entities. We recommend seeking advice before entering into any significant transaction rather than after the fact.

FBT applies to non-cash benefits provided to employees or their associates. Common examples include company vehicles, meal entertainment, and certain expense reimbursements. We help employers identify FBT-liable benefits, calculate liability accurately, and explore legitimate strategies to manage the cost, including salary packaging arrangements where appropriate.

The sooner the better. Tax advice is most valuable before a transaction or event — a business sale, acquisition, restructure, asset purchase or significant investment — rather than after. Retrospective advice is often more limited in what it can achieve. If you have a planned change, contact us early in the process.