Tools and technical resources

Transparency Report 2011

This transparency report is a demonstration of our willingness to speak out on issues that matter both to the clients of Grant Thornton member firms and to the wider public. It discloses information about financial performance, risk management and quality control systems. It outlines the requirements for membership of this organisation and the governance structure we have in place to support our objective to deliver what the member firms need to grow and succeed. Finally, we believe this commitment to openness helps to demonstrate to clients, regulators and the wider public that we are an organisation in which they can continue to have trust and confidence. 

To view/download a copy of our 2010 Transparency Report, click here.

To view/download a copy of our 2009 Transparency Report, click here.

To view/download a copy of our 2008 Transparency Report, click here.

Tax Facts

Based on the federal budget, this is a quick, easy reference listing key tax information.

• 2011/12 
• 2010/11
• 2009/10
• 2008/09
• 2007/08
• 2006/07
• 2005/06

Federal Budget Comment

Commentary from Grant Thornton experts on the major announcements from the Federal Budget.

• Federal Budget 2011-12
• Federal Budget 2010-11
• Federal Budget 2009-10
• Federal Budget 2008-09
• Federal Budget 2007-08
• Federal Budget 2006-07
• Federal Budget 2005-06

Helping start-ups start up

Most management literature and learning will take your strengths for granted and focus on addressing your weaknesses. This guide is about focusing on the strengths of your business, on the things that count and on the factors that we believe make the difference between success and failure.

Disaster Recovery Guide

In the wake of a disaster, attention for business turns from crisis management and cleanup to addressing the longer term financial and business implications.

Australia's Future Tax System Review

Grant Thornton's leading tax specailists have produced an in-depth analysis of the recently released report into Australia's Future Tax System (formerly known as the Henry Review) and the Government's initial response. To find out about the changes and how they will effect you, click here.

ATO compliance program summary

Download our summary of the ATO's compliance program and some of the issues you need to consider.

Real world solutions for testing times

The challenging economy in 2009 will put many businesses under stress. It can feel as though there are so many questions to consider at once, but at Grant Thornton, we know that some questions are more important than others. Throught this booklet, we've clearly highlighted all the big questions you should be asking of your business. We are here to support you through the difficult days, weeks and months ahead, helping your business come out the other side!

Grant Thornton Credit Crunch Guide

This useful pocket guide includes a 10 point readiness check, designed to help you take quick and decisive action to turn challenging economic conditions to your advantage. It contains advice from many of our regional specialists in Privately Held Business Services and Specialist Advisory Services, and is a must for all business owners. Click here to download.

Grant Thornton Exit Strategy Guide

A useful guide for business owners considering exiting or selling their business. Click here to download.

Grant Thornton International Transparency Report

The review highlights the performance of member firms, their presence and role in the profession. It details the governance, quality control structures and risk management policies of Grant Thornton International.

View 2010 Transparency Report

View 2008 Transparency Report

Accounting Standards Guidance

 AASB 5/IFRS 5 Guide
'Non-current Assets Held For Sale and Discontinued Operations - Challenges in Applying IFRS 5' is a publication by the IFRS team at Grant Thornton International Ltd. IFRS 5 Non-current Assets Held for Sale and Discontinued Operations (IFRS 5) which is identical to AASB 5 Non-current Assets Held for Sale and Discontinued Operations, apart from Australian regulatory references, is not a new standard but experience has shown that implementing it can be a complex and time-consuming exercise. Significant judgment is required in some areas. Management and auditors should therefore assess the impact of IFRS 5 as soon as they become aware that it may be relevant. This publication explains IFRS 5's key implementation issues, common approaches to practical application and also includes several examples illustrating the Standard's disclosure and presentation requirements.

Click here to view this guide

For further information on this publication or the issues raised in it, please contact Keith Reilly, National Head of Professional Standards - kreilly@gtnsw.com.au

Doing business in Australia

This guide has been prepared for the assistance of those interested in doing business in Australia. It does not cover the subject exhaustively but is intended to answer someof the important, broad questions that may arise.

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Grant Thornton example financial statements

Grant Thornton member firms have compiled a set of example financial statements to help clients with meet their IFRS requirements.

• Example consolidated financial statements for large reporting entities for 2011 
• Example consolidated financial statements for listed entities for 2011 
• Example consolidated financial statements for those companies using the reduced disclosure regime for 2011 
• Example consolidated financial statements for unlisted public companies for 2011 
• Special purpose example financial statements - single company for 2011 
• Example financial statements for the half year ending 30 June 2010
• Example financial statements for the year ending 31 December 2009

Super changes (May 2006)

A publication that specifically looks at the changes to Australia’s superannuation system proposed in the 2006/07 Federal Budget.

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Motor dealer benchmarks

This half-yearly publication provides an indication of best practice achieved by metropolitan dealerships in the retail motor industry.

• September 2006
• February 2006

2006 global new markets guide

An insight into international capital markets.

PRIMA

PRIMA® is a systematic means to managing a family business. It is a way of compartmentalizing issues and dealing with them in a sensible, pragmatic and prioritized fashion. This document outlines Grant Thornton’s 12 factor PRIMA® framework.