When your to-do list is long and time is short, the right tools can make all the difference. Xero Portal is just one simple, easy and legal way to sign declarations without the hassle of printing, signing, scanning and sending it back: just another reason why we love Xero. 542 Partners chooses to send documents for signing via e-signature platforms … Read More
Top cyber security tips for small business
Huge opportunities for small businesses beckon thanks to online technology and the connections it forges. With this in mind, it’s important you’re equipped to deal with cyber security threats. From phishing scams and ransoms to data hacks and fraud, cyber threats come in all shapes and sizes. But there are ways to minimise the chance of your business data being … Read More
5 ways to shape up your business in 2018
It’s no secret that we love using the latest technology to improve our clients (and our own) efficiency and business processes. There’s nothing better than saving time (and therefore money) with clever technology. But sometimes, we adopt so much technology that it can have the opposite effect. Technology should supercharge your business life and not complicate it. Here are five mighty … Read More
2 minute read: Easy tips to save you time
As a small business owner, we know ‘time is of the essence’. And while there never seems to be enough of it to go around, we’ve got some simple time-saving tips to reorganise your work life and maximise your free time. Embrace technology We’re lovers of technology. We love using the latest technology to improve our clients (and our own) … Read More
7 exciting updates from Xerocon South 2016
Last week Stu and Kurtis packed up and headed north to sunny Brisbane for Xerocon South 2016. We joined other accountants and finance professionals to hear loads of exciting announcements, updates and innovations for advisors (that’s us!) and end-users (that’s you!) across the two day event. Overall, Xero in 2016 and beyond is moving towards a more automated and intuitive … Read More
5 apps we love for better business
We know running a business can be time consuming and with so many things to juggle, there doesn’t seem to be enough hours in the day. So we thought we’d ease some of that pain with our five favourite apps to make business life a little easier. Deputy Deputy is leading super smooth employee scheduling and workforce management software. Great … Read More
A step-by-step guide to activating your ATO Business Portal
As the ATO moves to become digitalised, businesses can now access the ATO’s Business Portal. The Business Portal is a safe, secure website where you can manage your business tax affairs to: View past and yet to be lodged Business Activity Statements (BAS); view your statement of account and payment options; request a refund or transfer of funds between accounts; … Read More
EOFY TO DOS: How to prepare an employee payment summary
Under pay as you go (PAYG) withholding, you must give each of your employees a payment summary showing the payments you have made to them and the amounts you withheld from those payments during a financial year. Preparing your employee payment summaries in Xero If you’re on Xero, providing your employees with their payment summaries and submitting them to the … Read More
Integrate these 3 apps for business harmony
There’s nothing better than saving time (and therefore money) with clever technology. But sometimes, we adopt so much technology that it can have the opposite effect. Instead of saving time and money, it can create inefficiency and confusion in the business. Technology should supercharge your business life and not complicate it. So over the coming months, we’ll showcase a range … Read More
Top accounting trends to watch in 2016
As we round out another year (and get over the fact we’ve just written that sentence), we’re excited about what 2016 holds for businesses. There’s change in the air for the world of accounting and it only means good things for our clients. Gazing into our crystal ball we’re predicting 5 trends that will shape 2016 for small business owners. … Read More