Cyber Security and it's ever growing threat to Business and individuals here in Australia, as well as the impacts on Bookkeepers and the role Bookkeepers need to consider in the fight against Cyber, is the focus of this episode of the ICB News Channel. Rutland Smith, Director of Harvey Norman Technology for Business joins host Rob Marshall to outline the best approaches and tips for Business owners and Bookkeepers to be across and consider in combatting the scourge of Cyber. Rutland also explains some recent exposure situations of cyber that many need to be aware of and how Bookkeepers can get involved with some free opportunities to get analysis of their own Cyber risks and suggestions of how to overcome any threats identified and best practice approaches. In the second half of this episode of the Podcast, Rob is joined by Matthew Addison to discuss the recent Election here in Australia and how the result of the return of the Labor Government to another term in office, will have any effects on Bookkeepers and compliance. As always, Rob and Matthew discuss other matters currently affecting Bookkeepers here in Australia, including a recent court decision to jail an unregistered agent and preparer for misconduct. Great insights and behind the scenes information as always, in this episode. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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ICB News Channel Episode 45 - April 2025
The Federal Budget has just dropped for 2025 and in this episode of the ICB News Channel Podcast, Rob and Matthew discuss firstly, should Bookkeepers and Small Business Owners try and stay engaged with a Federal Budget each year and secondly, if the answer to that is yes, to what degree should you be engaged and what (if any) is in this years budget, that has major impacts on Bookkeepers and Small Businesses. Another side impact of this years Budget and a looming Federal election coming up in Australia, is the scenario of Pay Day Super. Could anything change if there is a new Government, what is the current update on how things are currently tracking with Pay Day Super, and finally if things do continue to keep tracking towards a 1 July 2026 commencement, are their any flaws that need sorting out and is it indeed possible for the new requirements to start happening from that date. Other current scenarios bubbling for Bookkeepers and Business owners that are discussed in this episode of the Podcast, include Quarterly to Monthly changes for GST reporting for some businesses here in Australia at the moment, whats happening for Members and at ICB for End of Financial Year this year, plus more ... makes this another must listen for this episode. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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ICB News Channel Episode 44 - March 2025
How to become better connected as a Treasurer and why Treasurers are so incredibly important for Not for Profit organisations, including Sporting Clubs and Associations, Community groups, Churches and more ... is a major discussion point in this episode of the ICB News Channel. We also delve into dealing with the ATO and how offsetting of refunds to pay other debt works, a sneak peak into the ICB Annual Bookkeepers report for 2024 as well as actionable steps for Bookkeepers to consider when dealing with Cyber Security, amongst other topics in this episode. We finish with a really important interview with Stephen Dixon from Hamilton Murphy Insolvency and Business Recovery. Insolvencies and financial strain in Australia amongst Small Business right now, has never been at higher levels. This interview shines some light on why this is happening and the how of working around this to avoid the worst possible outcomes. Highly valuable listening. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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ICB News Channel Episode 43 - February 2025
Dealing with the Australian Tax Office (ATO) can have its challenges sometimes, and we examine this in this episode of the ICB News Channel. It is possibly through a different lens to what you might expect however. What to expect is also discussed by Matthew and Rob in this episode regarding ICB's approach to the QMS conversation (Quality Management Systems) and how you can get some direction and opportunity to engage in this as it continues to play out. Cash versus Accrual Accounting, BAS Agent practice mail, options and opportunity looming for NFP's and their Treasurers and a shift in understanding what is required when negotiating Fixed term contracts as an owner of a Business, all get a run in this episode, plus much more. We finish with a spotlight on a wonderful Professional Bookkeeper from Albany in Western Australia, who has recently been crowned the Professional Bookkeeper of the Year here in Australia. Plenty to hear. Plenty then to discuss with others in this episode of the ICB News Channel Podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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ICB News Channel Episode 42 - January 2025
Its a New Year and Bookkeeping and Bookkeepers in Australia are set to again take on new tech, new compliance, new businesses challenges and most all, anything that is basically thrown at them. The ICB News Channel Podcast is here again in 2025 to help support, educate and assist Bookkeepers and those doing the books in Small Businesses right across Australia. In this episode, the year kicks off with a new law change as of January 1 2025, that is a must listen and understand for Bookkeepers and Business owners. The new "Criminal Underpayment Laws" that have now just kicked in, have a number of key and important takeaways and key features that Rob and Matthew discuss at length in this episode. How small business prepare for these changes is probably the number one reason for tuning in on this discussion, amongst others. What is ahead in 2025 for ICB Members and those thinking of joining Australia's biggest network of Bookkeepers in Australia, what is the education pathway and future looking like for Bookkeepers in Australia as well as a focus on a Bookkeeper in regional NSW who is doing amazing things and ensuring the future looks bright for Bookkeepers in this land. An episode (as always), worth investing in. Happy New Year everyone. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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