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M&A deal volumes and IPOs are down during economic uncertainty – but that hasn’t stopped Australia being an attractive investment opportunity.

In this episode of The Remarkables, we speak with former Young Australian of the Year, cofounder and Chief Executive Officer of Orange Sky, Lucas Patchett.

The Federal Court has recently ruled in Simplot Australia Pty Ltd v Commissioner of Taxation [2023] FCA 1115 that certain frozen food products are not GST-free on the basis they are prepared meals, which is a decision that may have huge ramifications for the industry.

In this episode of Navigating the New Normal, Jace Gawne-Buckland, Partner and National Head of the Technology, Media & Telecommunications industry group, and Michael Pittendrigh, National Managing Partner, Consulting & Private Business Tax and Advisory discuss how an outsourced CFO model can complement an in-house finance function.

As the Real Estate and Construction industry continues to face increasing costs, thin profit margins, heightened scrutiny and regulatory changes, the potential for fraud and corruption is higher than ever. What measures can your business put in place to best stay protected in the face of rising financial crime?

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Cyber security is a systemic risk to the prosperity of Australia; the problem is going to get worse before it gets better; it will impact everyone; and everyone has a role to play in addressing the issues.

Organisations that used to have the option of self-assessing their income tax exemption status will soon be required to submit an annual self-review report to the Australian Taxation Office.

The Financial Accountability Regime (FAR) Bill 2023 marks a pivotal transformation in financial sector oversight, affecting all APRA regulated financial entities in the banking, insurance and superannuation industries as well as their significant related entities. Jointly administered by ASIC and APRA, the FAR will replace the Banking Executive Accountability Regime (BEAR), aiming to improve risk and governance cultures by imposing a strengthened responsibility and accountability framework for those financial institutions.

This analysis of Australian mid-sized manufacturers has shown a positive outlook, with average year-on-year sales growing by 6.7 per cent in 2023. This growth can predominantly be attributed to increased capital expenditure and investing into emerging technologies. The outlook is particularly promising for business with revenue over $100m, whose scale has supported ongoing success through stronger forecasting linked to better pricing agreements and growing market shares due to their steady inventory.

Women face unique challenges when it comes to working in the superannuation industry. Grant Thornton’s SuperWomen Initiative Survey 2023 aims to better understand your experiences and expectations, the support systems you find valuable, and the pathways you envision for professional growth.

CFOs have a pivotal role in preventing and mitigating fraud risks within organisations. They should establish a strong governance framework promoting ethical behaviour, transparency, and accountability. Collaborating with technology leaders, CFOs can implement anti-fraud technology, stress-testing measures, and anti-money laundering controls. Maintaining an ethical culture through awareness, education, and reporting mechanisms is crucial.