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If you’re a company currently operating or looking to operate in Australia, then it is important to know that more than just delivering quality products or services, your operations are largely determined on your compliance. Behind every successful Australian organization, a finance function that keeps their tax obligations accurate, organized, and compliant with Australian Taxation Office (ATO) requirements plays a central role in the said organization’s business continuity.<\/span> <\/span>
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<\/span>When it comes to tax obligations, some of the most important ones are being able to adhere to Business Activity Statements (BAS), Goods and Services Tax (GST), and Pay As You Go (PAYG) compliance requirements. While these requirements are part of day-to-day business operations, they are also among the most common areas where businesses make costly mistakes \u2014 whether through incorrect GST claims, poor record keeping, or missed lodgement deadlines.<\/span> <\/span><\/p>\n

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As your company grows, managing the changing compliance requirements becomes more difficult. For some, they may notice signs of growth such as higher transaction volumes and expanding payrolls \u2013 requiring more from your in-house finance team. External factors such as evolving tax regulations play a part as well, all of which highlighted the importance of having reliable accounting processes in place.<\/span> <\/span><\/p>\n

At D&V Philippines, our Australian tax compliance function handles all of this. In this blog, we’ll explain what BAS, GST, and PAYG compliance involves, highlight common mistakes companies should avoid, and explore how outsourced accounting support can help organizations maintain compliance while focusing on growth.<\/span> <\/span><\/p>\n

Read: <\/span>How Offshore Accounting Benefits Accounting Firms in Australia<\/span><\/u><\/a> <\/span><\/h3>\n

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Understanding BAS, GST, and PAYG Compliance<\/span><\/h2>\n

Although these three terms are often mentioned together, they each serve different purposes within Australia’s taxation system.<\/span> <\/span><\/p>\n

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What is BAS?<\/span><\/h3>\n

A <\/span>Business Activity Statement (BAS)<\/span><\/u><\/a> is a report submitted to the Australian Taxation Office that allows businesses to report and pay various tax obligations.<\/span> <\/span><\/p>\n

Depending on the business, a BAS may include:<\/span> <\/span><\/p>\n