No matter if your business has just launched or is established across the globe, whether the economy is booming or not, professional accounting and taxation services are essential. Red Dog Accountants provide comprehensive, effective solutions using state of the art technology, including digital connectivity with the tax office and other authorities. This ensures fast posting of required documentation, leaving us more time to provide the essential guidance that can make the difference for your business.
Throughout the financial year we keep you informed, providing the financial statements and reports critical to effective understanding of your financial status, helping you to make better business decisions.
Bookkeeping & Accounting
In today’s fast-moving markets with increased competition, having access to accurate and up-to-date financial information is crucial for every business. We leverage the latest technology to deliver a tailored service to meet your needs, whether that is the basic books of primary accounts or a complete solution including periodic management accounts and annual reports. Our bespoke solutions mean that you always remain in control, providing a solution that meets your needs.
Taxation
With over 15 years of experience in providing the taxation compliance advice our clients need alongside a complete consulting service dedicated to identifying acceptable solutions for taxation challenges, we are the professionals you can trust. Our solutions include advice on all aspects of taxation, including Income Tax, Capital Gains Tax, Fringe Benefits Tax, GST, PAYG, and Payroll Tax, in addition to guidance regarding tax efficient structures and the use of trusts.
We can manage all your interactions with the Australian Tax Office, ensuring that every document is accurately completed and freeing up your time to focus on your business. We can additionally handle any ATO audit or high wealth interview you may be subject to, along with any other disputes that may arise.
BAS preparation
As the next quarter comes to an end, don’t be stuck worrying if your Business Activity Statement has been prepared and submitted correctly. With extensive experience, we can ensure that your BAS is accurate and on time, giving you confidence that your ATO obligations are met while you focus on moving your business forward.
Whether you are a sole trader or multi-location business, your legal obligations for BAS submission remain the same. Our service covers everything for you, using state of the art software and a timetable that suits your needs, we will prepare your BAS on a monthly or quarterly basis as suits and submit to the ATO digitally for reliable, accurate results.
GST/FBT Obligations
Our taxation experts can guide you through the complex GST/FBT legislation, providing support for a range of areas to ensure legislative compliance and effective reporting. Through constant education and monitoring of any legal changes, we always provide up to date and accurate responses for registration queries, audit assistance and approaches for special events, including property transactions.
Trust Structures
In some circumstances, a trust can be an excellent vehicle for asset protection, delivering tax advantages while safeguarding personal and business assets from a variety of risks. However, there are a number of trust structures available that vary on the assets in question, the type of protection needed and the reporting requirements.
Understanding the best trust structure to choose for your unique situation can be a complex and difficult decision, but our experienced team are here to provide the guidance you need. With deep insight into the benefits of individual structures, we are here to guide you to the most beneficial option available for your unique needs.
Our trust structure guidance covers:
- Discretionary trusts
- Unit Trusts
- Family Trusts
- Testamentary Trusts
- Family Lineage Trusts
- Business Trusts
Whatever your specific needs, we can help you find the trust that delivers your goals.
Managing ATO audits or disputes
There is never a good time for an Australian Tax Office audit or dispute, but they don’t have to mean losing all your time to managing that process. We can take over the process for you, liaising with ATO representatives to provide the information and detail requested, leaving you to focus on driving your business forward.
Our team have extensive experience in both disputes and audit processes, and we can deal with these processes for you in an efficient and effective way that delivers the best outcome for your business.
Individual Tax Returns
We can handle individual tax returns with the same diligence, accuracy and expertise as we do businesses and other organizations. Our team can handle the entire process for you, including digitally lodging your return, ensuring that all documentation is completed effectively and delivered on time in compliance with all legal requirements.
SMSF Tax Returns
Every Self-Managed Superannuation Fund must lodge its own tax return with the ATO every year to comply with all current regulations. A failure to do so can lead to severe penalties, however we are here to ensure you avoid them.
Our team can compile and submit your SMSF tax return for you, ensuring you maximize your legally allowable deductions to minimize your tax obligations. With Australian tax laws being some of the most complex in the world, don’t leave it to chance. Let our experts handle all your tax dealings, including SMSF tax returns, for stress free compliance.
Business Tax Compliance
Our highly experienced tax experts can help you ensure compliance with all aspects of Australian tax legislation. From ensuring all documents are lodged on time to minimizing your tax obligations through legal and ethical measures, we reduce the impact of business taxes on your finances and your management team.
While you focus on your business growth, we ensure that your organization remains compliant with all legal obligations at all times.