EP12 Navigating Tax Time: Essential Lodgements for Business Owners

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The Business BFF with the Women's Accountant

Emma Bowdler, The Women's Accountant

22 episodes

20 hours ago

Welcome to the Business BFF, the podcast where fierce and fabulous business women come together for the kind of real talk and honest advice only your besties would give. I'm your host, Emma Bowdler, founder of The Women's Accountant, and I'm here to help you navigate the wild world of business, finance, and life, whether you're scaling up Starting fresh or just need a pep talk from someone who gets it, you're in the right place. So grab your favourite bevy and get comfy. It's time for a chat with your business BFFs.

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EP12 Navigating Tax Time: Essential Lodgements for Business Owners

The Business BFF with the Women's Accountant

15 minutes 41 seconds

6 months ago

EP12 Navigating Tax Time: Essential Lodgements for Business Owners

In this episode of The Business BFF podcast, host Emma Bowdler, founder of ⁠The Women's Accountant⁠, demystifies the often overwhelming tax lodgements that business owners must handle. Emma covers the key lodgement types, including income tax returns, business activity statements (BAS), instalment activity statements (IAS), super guarantee contributions (SGC), fringe benefits tax (FBT), single touch payroll (STP), and tax file number declarations. She provides detailed timelines for each, shares tips for those who are behind on their lodgements, and stresses the importance of staying on top of tax obligations to alleviate stress. Emma also introduces a downloadable tax lodgement calendar to help listeners stay organised. This episode is a mix of practical advice and motivational support designed to help business owners navigate tax time smoothly. Don't miss the chance to get empowered and informed about your business taxes!

00:00 Introduction to Tax Time

00:38 Welcome to the Business BFF Podcast

01:13 Understanding Income Tax Returns

02:39 Business Activity Statements (BAS) Explained

03:56 Instalment Activity Statements (IAS) Overview

05:21 Super Guarantee Contributions (SGC)

06:39 Special Lodgements: Fringe Benefits Tax and More

09:29 Catching Up on Overdue Lodgements

12:23 Staying on Track with Tax Obligations

14:17 Conclusion and Final Thoughts