ICB News Channel: Recent Episodes
Rob Marshall
A Podcast all about the latest in Bookkeeping news, for either Professional Bookkeepers, Bookkeepers in Employment or Business Owners throughout Australia, grappling daily with the latest from the ATO, legislation and other initiatives that define the approach to compliance, Financial Services, HR and general Business health and wellbeing. Join ICB Executive Director, Matthew Addison, ICB Support, Resources and Training Manager, Rob Marshall and a host of the specialist team at the Institute of Certified Bookkeepers, as they unpack and discuss key information for Bookkeepers and Business, coming directly from the highly valued monthly ICB Newsletter as well as the thousands of resources contained in the ICB resource library. Current news, as it happens.
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ICB General Manager of Community Engagement and Podcast host - Rob Marshall and ICB Executive Director - Matthew Addison, sit down and discuss in this episode, all things that are landing for this End of Financial Year for Bookkeepers and Business Owners around Australia. Included is a deep dive into the May 2024 Federal Budget and all the aspects of this that are rarely reported on in the mainstream media, that will impact and are essential for Bookkeepers to be across, this EOFY. Matthew and Rob also discuss the ongoing approach and the lobbying by the ICB, to overcome the challenges of Client / Agent linking in Australia, with some recent moves forward regarding this. And then there is "Agent Breach Reporting" about to kick in here in Australia from July 1 2024. What is it and what do you need to understand about it, is what is discussed at length in this episode. And then finally in this episode, Rob and ICB CEO, Amanda Linton, continue to unwrap the ICB Annual Bookkeeping Survey with some surprising results and interesting data to consider. Thanks for tuning in ... enjoy listening and we encourage you to open the conversation up, as we have done in this episode, with others in your Network.
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The End of Financial Year and how to cope with all that it brings for Bookkeepers, is a major focus in this episode of the ICB News Channel. The role of a bookkeeper at EOFY in Australia seems to get bigger and bigger each year, with so many areas of compliance needing attention and new requirements being introduced constantly and it is many of those things that we tackle and discuss in this episode. The importance of early preparation and the tools to achieve this are hot topics for host Rob Marshall and the ICB's Executive Director, Matthew Addison to discuss. Other topics in this episode include, The Right to Disconnect Laws now impacting on Business, verifying Supplier details to avoid scams, what is CPE or CPD and tips as to how a Bookkeeper can get on top of these requirements, are all there for you to hear and engage with. Join Rob, Matthew and ICB CEO Amanda Linton and simply turn the volume up on this one is our encouragement to you, in this fact filled episode of the ICB News Channel.
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This episode of the ICB News Channel delves into discussing the growing urgency for Not for Profit organisations as well as Sporting Clubs and Associations across Australia, to be aware of a new "Self Review Process" that has become ATO compliance as of this year and is causing a number of challenges for those affected. Host - Rob Marshall and ICB Executive Director, Matthew Addison, dive deep into what this new compliance requirement is and how to deal with the Australian Business Register and the Online Services challenges this presents for NFP's of all types as well as grassroots sporting clubs and any community group currently with an ABN. The Institute of Certified Bookkeepers is a significant lobbying voice for Bookkeepers and Business owners here in Australia and the impacts of this are examined in this episode of the Podcast, including an update on Client Agent Linking. Finally, the ICB Annual Bookkeeping Survey keeps throwing up some interesting and compelling stats and Rob is joined in the second half of todays Podcast by ICB CEO, Amanda Linton to discuss the impacts of education on Bookkeepers and where most Bookkeepers currently find themselves when it comes to up-skilling. Action packed and informative as ever. Enjoy listening.
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The data is in. Episode 32 of the News Channel takes a deep dive into the results of the ICB Annual Industry Survey as ICB CEO, Amanda Linton joins host Rob Marshall, to discuss some outcomes of the survey and in particular, a close look at Bookkeeper charge rates across Australia and what they reveal. Some surprising results and some interesting data around disparities are examined in this episode. The 2023 survey has gathered information from over 1000 respondents and has data that will no doubt shape how Bookkeepers think moving further into 2024 and beyond. It is a great listen. Rob is then joined at the back end of the episode as he and ICB Executive Director, Matthew Addison unpack the "Closing the Loopholes" Bill, currently and into the future, affecting Business across Australia. There is a lot to take in with this critical information, essential for all Bookkeepers to understand. So start the Car with the bluetooth tuned in or put the airpods in the ears while you work ... this is an episode of the ICB News Channel that could well shape thinking as a Bookkeeper or as a Business owner of any size.
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The challenges of record keeping and data retention in Australia in 2024 are a major focus in this episode of the ICB News Channel Podcast. Rob & Matthew look deep into what are the issues facing data retention for Businesses in a digital world now that didn't exist only a decade ago or less and yet has to be considered more and more as a new era kicks in. Matthew unpacks 6 major topics and challenges that face Bookkeepers in the year ahead and outlines the approach that Professional Associations such as the Institute of Certified Bookkeepers are taking, to assist Australian Bookkeepers and Business owners to find their way with these requirements. Important insights, important tips ... in an important episode of the ICB News Channel not to miss.
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Our first episode of the New Year takes a deep dive into all the things that Bookkeepers and Business owners should be aware of that are looming and will be impactful in 2024. Host Rob Marshall and ICB Executive Director, Matthew Addison discuss everything from the importance of maintaining a logical approach to Bookkeeping and remaining stress free, to Bookkeeper charge rates, the evolving client / agent linking process, annual Tax Office reporting for NFP’s and Sporting Associations, as well as how to have a cyber safe approach this year and ICB Bookkeeper events coming up throughout 2024. Plus much more. Another informative episode of the ICB News Channel for Bookkeepers of all types to tune into.
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This Christmas break, we've got something special lined up for you on the ICB News Channel. Join us as host Rob Marshall and ICB Executive Director Matthew Addison take the mic to delve into the key bookkeeping topics that were the game changers of 2023 and in many cases, continue to be hot for Bookkeepers and Small Business owners!
Get ready for insightful discussions, expert insights, and an in-depth analysis of the trends that shaped the industry throughout the year and into 2024.
But that's not all! We have a special treat for you. Stay tuned for a special announcement from our ICB CEO, Amanda Linton. In this episode Amanda unveils the highly-anticipated event lineup for 2024. You won't want to miss this insider's look at what's in store for the coming year!
Join us on this special ICB News Channel episode for a festive season filled with knowledge, revelations, and exciting prospects for the future of bookkeeping.
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What a week it has been. Global Bookkeeping week 2023, ends with a bang as ICB General Manager of Community Engagement and podcast host Rob Marshall, is joined by ICB CEO Amanda Linton and ICB Executive Director Matthew Addison, to discuss all of the main topics and highlights from the guests featured over the previous 4 days. This is an ICB view of all of the important topics affecting Bookkeepers right across Australia, right now. Don't miss tuning into this episode.
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In an industry where women make up the significant portion of the workforce, Bookkeeping is in many ways leading the gender divide, that can be seen in most other areas of Financial Services in Australia. MYOB General Manager of SME's, Emma Fawcett, is our guest today for Day 4 of Global Bookkeeping Week 2023. Emma is a champion for women in business and for emerging leadership. In this episode Emma and another champion of Women in Business - ICB CEO Amanda Linton, join Podcast host Rob Marshall, to sit down and discuss the importance of maintaining female leaders and supporting and uplifting other women. But beyond that, Emma unpacks her thoughts and MYOB's approach to empowering not just women, but also young talent coming into the Bookkeeping and Accounting space and what options are fast emerging to make these positions and opportunities as an appealing career choice for the next generation of Professionals. A very engaging and insightful interview with a very engaging and insightful person.
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Reckon CEO - Sam Allert is our special guest for Day 3 of Global Bookkeeping Week 2023. Podcast host Rob Marshall, ICB CEO Amanda Linton join with Sam, to dive deep into recent trends impacting small business and how Reckon sees these trends affecting the approach Bookkeepers need to take to support small business. "There is only thing constant about change in Bookkeeping, and that is it keeps changing" ... is a topic of discussion in this episode, that many will resonate with. The power of partnerships and why Reckon is so focussed on products that will impact greatly on small business by partnering with Bookkeepers, has a lens put on it in this episode, as well as the challenges ahead for Bookkeepers as we see digitalisation become more and more critical in Australia.
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Day 2 of Global Bookkeeping Week 2023, sees ATO Deputy Commissioner of Individuals and Intermediaries - Andrew Watson as our guest on the ICB News Channel Podcast. In this episode, Andrew chats with host, Rob Marshall and ICB CEO Amanda Linton, about the importance of the connection between Bookkeepers, BAS Agents and the ATO and why he believes that Bookkeepers play such a vital role in assisting the ATO role out compliance requirements across Australia, on a daily basis. Andrew also discusses challenges that face Bookkeepers and BAS Agents in 2023 and moving into 2024, including the looming full introduction of Client / Agent Linking in Australia. There are some great insights in this episode into the workings and mechanisms of the ATO and its interactions with Individuals, Small Business owners, the ICB and Bookkeepers right across Australia.
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We commence Day 1 of Global Bookkeeping Week 2023, by hearing from XERO's Australian Country Manager, Will Buckley, who re-visits his amazing Keynote talk at this years XEROCON event in Sydney. Host, Rob Marshall and ICB CEO, Amanda Linton sit down with Will discuss his and XERO's viewpoints on why Bookkeepers are so important in the Australian Financial Services and Small Business communities and how Bookkeepers will need to adapt and stay relevant in the years ahead. Will, Rob and Amanda also tackle the topic of the need for "Talent" increase and growth in the Bookkeeping space as well as what will a Professional Bookkeeper need to look like beyond 2023. A great way to kick off the celebrations of GBW 2024. Stay tuned for Day 2 ...
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This episode of the ICB News Channel, as always, tackles some of the hard questions facing Bookkeepers and Business owners across Australia. Rob & Simone discuss, what to do if the ATO, ASIC or other regulatory agencies come knocking on your door. Wage theft, redefining casuals and the casual conversation are also topics in focus in this episode. What is a Cyber Warden and how do you become one in your own business as well as the ongoing AI revolution impacting Bookkeepers and Business owners, continues to dominate the Business landscape here in Australia. Along with so much more in this episode, the looming requirement of Client / Agent linking for BAS Agents is tackled by ICB CEO, Amanda Linton and with host Rob Marshall, they discuss what this process means for Agents and Bookkeepers and what the ICB is doing to try and mitigate a number of challenges relating to this. Stay informed, stay connected by engaging in this episode.
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On this very special episode of the ICB News Channel Podcast, Rob is joined by Australian Author, Donna McGeorge ... who is the author of a book that is racing up the charts here in Australia - The ChatGPT Revolution. At a time when AI and ChatGPT is on the lips of every Business owner and Bookkeeper here in Australia, this is a very timely interview that will give you many insights into how you can "harness" AI in the form of ChatGPT, that will "simplify your work and life admin". Get some amazing insights into "the good, the bad and the ugly" of AI and why Donna believes it will be, and already is, a game changer for Bookkeepers. You don't want to miss this interview and check out the links below as promised in the interview with Donna. Prior to that however, Rob and ICB News Editor, Simone Emmett, discuss all of the latest items affecting Bookkeepers across Australia, as they examine the key articles from the most recent release of the ICB Newsletter, including RCTI's, Compliance breaches with debt owed to the ATO, BAS Agents advising on the Super Guarantee Charge and much, much more.
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A big announcement that will impact positively regarding development and further education for Professional Bookkeepers and Bookkeepers in Employment around Australia, from the CEO of the Institute of Certified Bookkeepers, Amanda Linton, is one of the features of this episode of the ICB News Channel. Host, Rob Marshall is also joined in this episode by ICB Executive Director, Matthew Addison, to discuss current topics affecting the Bookkeeping World around us, including - TPAR, Data Integrity and the case for automation, Family & Domestic Violence Leave, Cyber awareness and Bookkeepers assisting Small Businesses in Financial Trouble, just to name a few. Keep connected with what you need to be across and aware of as a Bookkeeper or Small Business Owner, by tuning into this important episode of the ICB News Channel.
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It's a new Financial Year and this episode takes a close look at the trending Bookkeeping topics of the "year ahead" and the aspects of whats ahead that Bookkeepers, both "Professional" and "In Employment", should be thinking about and considering. The Minimum Wage Changes for 2023/24, updates to the Cents per KM rate for Vehicles as well as Car Cost limits and thresholds, along with an understanding of what is the ATO Lodgement Penalty Amnesty, are just a few of the compliance topics tackled in this episode. Rob and Matthew also discuss the question, what should a Bookkeeper consider when assisting a "Start Up" or new business, before it gets fully started and unpack a whole range of incredible tools that are available to access to use, when assisting that business. A hot topic for 2023/24 will be the question of "Protecting Customer Information" and further to that "Mandatory Client Verification" for Bookkeepers and Businesses and this episode focuses at length in understanding exactly what this means and what to be aware of. And then there is so much more covered in this episode for you and your business to soak up ... enjoy.
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It is the EOFY ... a busy time for Bookkeepers and Business owners of all varieties. This episode of the ICB News Channel dives deep into what all of the EOFY changes, both for this year and proposed for future years, requires a level of understanding about. The recent Federal Budget that was delivered in May 23, had an excessive amount of information and change to digest, and in this episode, Matthew and Rob unpack these changes in Bookkeeping speak, specifically for Bookkeepers. Matthew and Rob also then discuss the processes and procedures critical for Bookkeepers and Business Owners to enact for the EOFY from a Bookkeeping perspective and answer many of the FAQ's at this time of year. Based around the May edition of the ICB Newsletter, this is an opportunity for you to have us in your ears whilst you complete the busyness of this time of year and hear the "what, the when and the how" of EOFY. Enjoy.
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ICB Executive Director, Matthew Addison and host, Rob Marshall, discuss, relate and debate a wide range of topics impacting Bookkeepers across Australia right now, in this episode. The introduction of a new Superannuation Choice form, the all new lodgement deferrals for Agents, how Annual Shutdowns by employers will need some review and re-thinking going forward, as well as the impact Bookkeepers can get engaging with ICB via Social Media and planning for the End of the Financial Year, all get a run in this episode, plus more. We also get to to hear of some exciting news from MYOB and some fantastic opportunities for Bookkeepers, as MYOB's Leanne Berry, joins Rob at the back end of the show. Up to date information, as it happens in the world of Bookkeeping ... don't miss tuning into this episode.
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The ICB News Channel Podcast continues to keep Bookkeepers across Australia informed and updated on current happenings in the Bookkeeping World and this episode of the Podcast is no different. Rob is joined by Matthew and Simone as they discuss the recent Australian Bookkeepers Summit, including the growing impact of Artificial Intelligence on Bookkeepers and where Bookkeeping finds itself in 2023 and beyond. When penalties don't apply from the ATO, for Business owners and agents due to certain unforseen circumstances, what is an employee versus what is a contractor and some changes regarding these, the expansion of paid parental leave and spotting the signs of a scam plus much, much more are whats in store by tuning and listening to this episode.
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Fairwork Information Sheets for Employers and Employees, Working from home tax deduction reform, Voluntary Withholding Agreements, some important updates in the BAS Agent World and Stapled Super Funds ... are just some of the stories covered in this months episode of the ICB News Channel. Rob sits down with ICB Executive Director Matthew Addison to discuss these important news items affecting the Bookkeeping community of Australia. We also hear from ICB's newest Life Member - Maria Landrelli, who had her amazing Bookkeeping Career honoured during the Australian Bookkeepers Summit this year. And finally in this episode, we finish with a Network Meeting in Victoria, paying a very heartfelt tribute to the recent sad passing of ICB Life Member and Australian Bookkeeping legend - Rick Freitag.
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Flexible working arrangements, prohibiting pay secrecy, the gender pay gap and gender equality, as well as sexual harassment in the workplace are all discussed in this episode ... episode 15 of the ICB News Channel. The "Secure Jobs, Better Pay" laws that have commenced rolling out here in Australia are the lens that is examined by Matthew & Rob in this episode along with how STP & Activity Statements are entering a new era of pre-fill and how this will affect Bookkeepers. Tom from XERO drops by to discuss the final phases of the Single Touch Payroll Phase 2 rollout and how this will unfold for XERO users and what Bookkeepers need to be across, to ensure ATO requirements are met. Rob & Simone then finish this action packed episode by discussing Rostered Days Off & TOIL, along with a number of other new and updated resources now available to ICB Members. Big Business now accountable for paying Small Business suppliers on time, rounds out Episode 15 of the ICB News Channel.
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Episode 14 of the ICB News Channel, has ICB Executive Director, Matthew Addison and host Rob, taking a look at the year ahead, 2023, and what Bookkeepers (Professional or Employed) as well as Business Owners, can expect when it comes to all things Bookkeeping. How to deal with the "unexpected and the unknown" is given a particular lens. Paid Domestic Violence Leave and how this will impact Payslips is discussed in this episode along with the impacts to Bookkeepers and Small Businesses following on from the recent Australian Workplace Relations overhaul. Client Agent Linking for BAS Agents and Businesses, as well as a specific focus on Bookkeeping for the Medical Industry are also explored in Episode 14. Rob and ICB CEO, Amanda Linton, then have a great discussion around "Professionalism is Everybody's Business" and what does that actually mean and what are its impacts. Amanda also outlines the upcoming ICB Australian Bookkeepers Summit and what to expect this year and how to get onboard for the events around Australia. This episode of the Podcast, as always, gives an excellent opportunity for Bookkeepers to gain valuable information and insights, as well as CPE, as we move into a whole new year with its many twists and challenges and the need therefore for much energy and passion. Be fuelled by tuning into this episode of the ICB News Channel.
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Episode 13 of the ICB News Channel Podcast features Xero's Will Buckley, who sits down with Rob and unpacks Xero's staged rollout of Single Touch Payroll Phase 2 and explains next steps for Bookkeepers and Xero customers across Australia. Rob is also joined by MYOB Community Relations Manager Partners, Leanne Berry, who brings an update of the journey MYOB has been on with Single Touch Payroll Phase 2 and a few tips as to what MYOB users should consider as deadlines loom for STP2. Finally, Employee versus Contractor is the major topic of discussion when ICB Newsletter editor, Simone Emmett joins in on this episode, along with a number of other key articles coming out of the most recently released edition of the ICB Newsletter.
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A bookkeepers view and review of the recent Federal Budget, brought down in the last week of October 2022, is the focus and discussion on this episode of the ICB News Channel Podcast. Host Rob Marshall is joined by the Institute of Certified Bookkeepers Executive Director, Matthew Addison, who was in Canberra for the Budget as it was released, and unpacks this for Small Business Owners and Bookkeepers in a way that will enlighten for those in those sectors. This includes the Budget response to -
The Worker Shortage Crisis
Domestic Violence Leave
Paid Parental Leave
Increased Childcare
Small Business and Energy
Technology, Digitisation and the NBN
Plus more ...
We also catch up with ICB Newsletter Editor, Simone Emmett, who gives some backstory around articles in the most recent edition of the ICB Newsletter, including -
Directors ID's
Cyber - Be aware of what you share.
ATO Educational resource videos for Online Services for Agents ... plus much more
"Beating the Peak Season Blues" is a focus in this episode of the ICB News Channel Podcast and continues our focus on mental health and wellbeing for Bookkeepers and Small Business owners. If you are either a Professional Bookkeeper, Bookkeeper in Employment or a Student Bookkeeper as well as a Small Business Owner, and have been struggling a bit lately or feeling somewhat stressed and anxious, this episode is a must listen. Renowned Beyond Blue speaker and former Bookkeeper and Business owner, Tim Hoopmann is our guest in this episode. Tim shares his experience with coming to terms with stress and anxiety in Business and how he now can assist others with their struggles employing a number of strategies, including his "mental health toolbox". Tim outlines some very simple, but very powerful ways to make facing the tough times of being in Business and dealing with those around you, just that little bit more tolerable. Following Tims story, Rob and Amanda also dive into discussing a number of other critical factors affecting Bookkeeping and Small Business right now, including a Bookkeepers perspective on the recent "Optus hack", authorisations and declarations in a STP2 World and in other compliance areas, the restrictions of role based emails, heaps of training opportunities in the coming months with ICB, FWO, The Australian Cyber Security Centre ... plus much much more. This is an action packed episode that we encourage all Bookkeepers and Business owners to tune into.
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If you are a Bookkeeper and a Small Business Owner here in Australia and have been struggling mentally or had feelings of stress and anxiety in recent times, we strongly recommend you take time to listen this episode of the ICB News Channel Podcast. ICB have recently partnered with the Beyond Blue "New Access for Small Business Owners" program, also known as NASBO. This program is a free initiative to assist Bookkeepers and Small Business Owners who are dealing with those feelings of stress and anxiety as well as depression, to break down in a "highly confidential" and "out of hours" way, how these feelings have emerged and various strategies to implement to turn these around. This episode includes an interview with one of NASBO's Coaches - Kirsty Hull, who explains her experiences with clients (including many Bookkeepers to date) and the program as a whole as well as the outstanding results that are coming from it. Kirsty has significant small business background herself, as do all of the coaches for the NASBO program and she gives a very insightful recent case journey with a Bookkeeper and the incredible outcomes. We also unpack for you, how you or your clients can engage with the NASBO program. This is a "must listen", that is a direct result of recent outpouring from the Bookkeeping Community here in Australia. ICB are committed to making mental health, the centrepiece of conversation in the Bookkeeping and Small Business communities. Finally, in the back end of this episode, Rob and Simone put a focus on a number of looming important deadlines for Bookkeepers and Business owners in the next few months, as well as many other key items and articles from the August edition of the ICB Newsletter.
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This episode of the ICB News Channel Podcast tackles a big issue and a very important conversation for all Bookkeepers and Small Business to be having at the moment. Cashflow is a lifeline in any business at any time, but never in our history have we seen the need to be aware of and have an understanding of, cashflow and the role it plays in dealing with growing inflation, interest rates, supply issues and employee recruitment and retention ... just to name a few challenges confronting business owners and industry right now in Australia. Andrew Watson, the Deputy Commissioner of Small Business at the ATO, gives some great insights in this episode, into an initiative that the ATO believes will assist in unpacking what a business owner needs to consider and be aware of in their business and how cashflow is working. This is a solution all business owners and Bookkeepers can engage with. We also talk all things "e-invoicing" in this episode with the CEO of Link4 - Robin Sands ... yet again a process that small business needs to start understanding and engaging with more and more as cashflow and the processes needed to survive in business, takes centre stage over the coming months and years ahead.
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This episode of the ICB News Channel Podcast, tackles topics such as - impacts of the minimum wage increases in Australia commencing July 2022, Single Touch Payroll Phase 2 questions answered, key legislation changes for consideration for Bookkeepers and Businesses as we move into the 2023 financial year, how to change a PAYG Withholding cycle with the ATO, Fuel Tax Credits, ATO Business Debts on hold, Business email compromise, MyGovID troubleshooting, plus much more. Join host Rob Marshall as well ICB Newsletter Editor Simone Emmett as they unpack and discuss each of these subjects as well as other elements of the monthly articles found in the ICB Member Newsletter and also News Items freely available at icb.org.au to all Bookkeepers and Business owners throughout Australia.
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In this Episode 7 of the ICB News Channel, host Rob Marshall is joined by the Institute of Certified Bookkeepers Newsletter Editor, Simone Emmett. Rob & Simone discuss and unpack some crucial topics that Bookkeepers and Small Business owners from across Australia will benefit from, by tuning in. This includes a look at options and processes the ICB offers for End of Financial Year 2022, with many critical tools available to make this very busy and intense time of the year, a bit less stressful. Communications from the ATO, GST refund fraud, rejection of Superannuation guarantee payments and stapled funds, the Bookkeepers role in "keeping Small Business open" and Ransomware are all discussed in this episode. Rob is also joined at the back end of this episode by ICB CEO Amanda Linton, to look at the initial rollout of the ICB's new Association Management System and Website, with plenty of instructions and assistance offered up for ICB Members to listen into during this transition period.
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Episode 6 of the ICB News Channel Podcast again taps into the essential and relevant topics of the "now" in Bookkeeping. In this episode we take a very close look at the results from the recent ICB Annual Bookkeeper Survey results. The core information discussed from the survey results may surprise some as well as providing great insights for all Bookkeepers to use and leverage, either in practice or in employment. ATO communications being sent to Employers for STP2 and changes to Superannuation is discussed at length in this episode, along with recent announcements from the ATO regarding penalties for overdue TPAR. The ICB Newsletter article regarding the Sale or Purchase of a Business and ramifications to employees is highlighted along with an article examining reasons to vary PAYG Instalments for Business. We also discuss the Apprenticeship Data Management System and how that can be turned on and the steps to walk through this. Finally we explain the process for ICB Members and Non Members to engage with the ICB End of Year Seminar happening in June 2022. Stay informed, stay connected by listening into this episode 6 of the ICB News Channel.
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Episode 5 of the ICB News Channel, has Matthew, Amanda and Rob doing a deep dive into the March edition of the ICB Newsletter and discussing critical articles relevent for and affecting, Bookkeepers and Business's across Australia. This episode tackles subjects such as recent changes to the Small Business Super Clearing House, Tax File Declaration forms in a STP2 World, All purpose allowances in STP2, Client verification tools, the power of Networking as a Bookkeeper, plus so much more. Matthew also examines the outcomes of the recent Federal Budget, with a Bookkeepers perspective as well as Amanda does a wrap of the recently completed ICB Australian Bookkeepers Summit for 2022. Tune in to stay engaged with all things Bookkeeping in this edition of the ICB News Channel.
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Episode 4 of the ICB News Channel examines the major stories from the most recent edition of the ICB Newsletter. In this episode, Rob, Pauline and Simone discuss relevant topics in the world of Bookkeeping, including recent developments for the removal of the $450 Super Guarantee Threshold for Employers and the latest regarding e-Invoicing and the ATO's views regarding this. This episode also dives into understanding the ICB recommendations to Bookkeepers with how to engage successfully with Businesses and clients as well as updating current events in the ICB Bookkeeping community. Tune in for all the latest ...
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Episode 3 of the ICB News Channel, explores a range of topics that are important for Bookkeepers to understand and be across, directed from a deep dive into the January 2022 release of the ICB Newsletter. Employee Allowances often are a topic of confusion for Employers and in this episode of the Podcast, Matthew examines why that can be the case and how the coming of STP phase 2, has taken understanding how to map allowances under this new requirement from the ATO, to a whole new level. An update on the SME Loan Scheme, Pandemic Leave, Super for Employees under 18 and a new era for the ICB Newsletter, are all examined in this episode, plus much more. So sit back and be engaged with the ICB team of Rob, Amanda and Matthew, as they give you the very latest from what is happening in the World of Bookkeeping and the Institute of Certified Bookkeepers.
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Episode 2 of the ICB News Channel Podcast for Bookkeepers, takes a deep dive into the role that the Professional Bookkeeper plays in the world of Small Business and the impact that can make. This episode also looks at Start up Businesses and the way Bookkeepers can play their part in ensuring success, especially with the digital processes that Bookkeepers can bring to the table. Education for Bookkeepers and in particular CPE for Professional Bookkeepers and Registered BAS Agents is explored in this session. Finally, Rob, Matthew and Amanda discuss the Institute of Certified Bookkeepers Annual Bookkeepers Summit, scheduled for this March and how this is shaping up and the topics that will be covered at this years event. A number of other topics of the December 2021 edition of the ICB Newsletter are also further examined. Tune in now and stay relevant and up to date in whatever role you may play as a Bookkeeper.
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In our first episode of our exciting new and informative Podcast ... Matthew, Rob and Erica explore and discuss the latest news from the ICB Newsletter. This episode puts a special focus on Single Touch Payroll Phase 2, PRODA, Stapled Super Funds, Fair Work legislative changes regarding Sexual Harassment in the workplace, plus much, much more. Stay connected and up to date with all things happening in the world of Bookkeeping, compliance, the ATO and legislation affecting Business in Australia.
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