How the ATO and big business work together

How the ATO and big business work together

Author: CPA Australia October 14, 2025 Duration: 31:53

How does the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) ensure tax fairness when dealing with large corporations.

In this episode, the Deputy Commissioner, Public Groups, at the ATO explains how the tax office works to promote transparency, accountability and compliance in the large market sector.

This discussion sheds light on how the ATO's strategic approach supports both corporate confidence and public trust.

Some of the key areas covered include: 

  • Current state of the large business market 

  • The Tax Avoidance Taskforce 

  • Key trends in compliance 

  • Overall relationship between large businesses and the tax system 

  • Dispute resolution 

  • The introduction of public country-by-country reporting 

  • The future of the relationship between big business and the ATO 

Listen now for expert-led insights from the ATO's expert in this field.  

Host: Jenny Wong, Tax Lead, CPA Australia 

Guest: Rebecca Saint, Deputy Commissioner, Public Groups, ATO. Rebecca plays a leading role in the Tax Avoidance Taskforce, where she handles large market strategy and compliance and assurance programs for public and multinational groups.

For more, you can read Rebecca's speech at the CPA Tax Forum 2025.   

And this ATO Findings Report on public and multinational business disputes and outcomes will provide further context to this episode.

Keen to listen to more episodes? With Interest and other CPA Australia podcasts are uploaded regularly to YouTube.

CPA Australia publishes four podcasts, providing commentary and thought leadership across business, finance, and accounting:

Search for them in your podcast platform.  

Email the podcast team at podcasts@cpaaustralia.com.au


Tune in to With Interest for a clear-eyed look at the forces shaping the world of business and finance. Presented by CPA Australia, this weekly discussion moves beyond the headlines to explore the practical implications of change for accounting professionals, business leaders, and anyone with a stake in the economic landscape. You’ll hear from practitioners and experts who break down complex topics in auditing, taxation, and corporate strategy into actionable insights. The conversations in this podcast are grounded in real-world application, whether the subject is a shift in regulatory frameworks, emerging leadership challenges, or broader economic trends. It’s a resource designed to inform your decisions and deepen your understanding of the professional landscape. For those looking to stay current and think critically about their work, With Interest provides a reliable and engaging audio companion. Each episode serves as a timely update and a catalyst for deeper professional reflection, all delivered with the authority and depth you would expect from CPA Australia.
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