Supporting you in many ways

This is certainly a demanding time of year for business. The start of a new financial year with all the associated compliance issues and with the Christmas season rapidly approaching means that we are all very busy. It would be easy for us to focus on financial statements, tax returns and audit reports but supporting our clients and delivering real value involves much more. However, we see our role as far more than “just an accountant”.

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Client Infocus - Merrill Kitchen OA

Merrill has a passion to bring understanding between the various Middle Eastern cultures. Her unassuming attitude belies an amazing story of commitment, sacrifice and achievement.  Read more

Meal entertainment - deductible or not?

Identifying the correct tax treatment for food or drink provided to employees can be a challenge as there are many rules to consider.  Read more

New audit requirements

New internationally recognised standards have been introduced. We explain some of the reasons.  Read more

Great customer service pays

The final seminar in our Whitehorse Business Series 2007 will feature David Jenkin, renowned leader in customer service and business cultures. He will discuss how businesses can out perform competitors by concentrating on their clients and customers.

David is an engaging speaker ensuring that this will be of great interest to a wide audience. To be held at the Whitehorse Centre on 23 October, this promises to be an excellent presentation.

To learn more or book online visit our website or call our office on 9894 2500.

Giving super a helping hand

The Superannuation Co-contribution scheme helps low to middle income earners to save for their retirement. We suggest some ways that it might apply to a wider audience.  Read more

Understanding your people

Mark McCrindle has undertaken extensive research on the impact of generational and demographic change in the workplace.  Mark's presentation at our recent Whitehorse Business Series seminar helped us gain an insight into these changes.  Read more

Services Infocus

Our Audit and Assurance team are able to conduct an effective and efficient audit and go beyond the traditional financial reporting obligations. We take the time to understand our clients’ business and the environment in which they operate.  Read more

Spring is blooming

A previous client story described the incredible garden of Elaine and Reg Smith. The beauty of Earimil will once again be on display on the weekends of 13 - 14 October and 10 - 11 November. Each year, thousands of visitors marvel at one of Victoria’s most breathtaking gardens.

Located at 33A Koornalla Crescent Mt Eliza, the Earimil open days support children with life threatening illnesses through Very Special Kids and The Malcolm Sargent Cancer Fund for Children.

Sparkling recognition

We have also previously reported on Ringwood Jewellers’ success in winning the Best Micro Business in Maroondah City Council’s Business Excellence Awards. Ringwood Jewellers have now been awarded Champion Jewellery Store at the inaugural Victoria Small Business Champion Awards. We congratulate Peter and Pam Beever on their achievement.

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Supporting you

Central to supporting our clients and delivering real value has been our Whitehorse Business Series of seminars.

The first in the series looked at tax issues relevant to both business and individuals as we approached the end of the financial year. We then presented Mark McCrindle, one of Australia’s foremost social researchers, in the second of the series (read our article). Mark’s discussion of younger generations and the changing attitudes in society was not what you would generally associate with a presentation by an accounting firm. However, we see our role as far more than “just an accountant”. As advisers we understand the huge demands on Australian businesses and the need for owners and managers to take time to work on their businesses. The Whitehorse Business Series is one key plank in our role to support business in many ways that are not regarded as traditional accounting functions.

The final in the Series will feature David Jenkin, one of Australia’s leaders in customer service and organisational culture. It too will present issues that one would not normally associate with traditional accounting. (Read more)

Our website has various resource materials that support you in your business and financial affairs.

Around the firm

Teke Tu has worked for several years in software organisations developing internet and EFTPOS applications. As a recent graduate from Melbourne Uni, Teke has joined our Business Advisory team and assists in our Information Technology team.

Rebeka Oh has joined our Audit team after completing her degree at Melbourne Uni.

Melissa LaBrooy has joined our Reception/admin team. Mel is seated at our Reception desk and will often be the first voice you hear when ringing Saward Dawson.

Disclaimer: This publication has been prepared on the basis of information available at the date of preparation. The information is general in nature and is not to be taken as substitute for specific professional advice. We recommend that our advice be sought on specific issues prior to acting on transactions affected.