Tax time 2024: An expert guide to Division 7A

Tax time 2024: An expert guide to Division 7A

Author: CPA Australia June 18, 2024 Duration: 19:16

Division 7A remains a stumbling block for many small business owners when it comes to tax compliance.

In this episode, we take a deep dive into Div 7A to ensure you're fully equipped with the knowledge you need, from understanding how this integrity measure operates to pinpointing where it applies and steering clear of potential pitfalls.

As we gear up for tax time 2024, we also outline the crucial deadlines pertaining to Div 7A that tax advisers and their clients need to have on their radar.

If you're a business owner or an accountant working for an SME, this tax time episode is a must-listen. Tune in now.

  • Host: Gavan Ord, Business Investment and International Lead, Policy and Advocacy, CPA Australia
  • Guest: Anthony Marvello, Assistant Commissioner with the Australian Taxation Office (ATO)

For added guidance related to this episode, these ATO links will help you:

Additionally, CPA Australia has tools and resources to help support you at tax time. 

The four-part Tax Time 2024 series is a special feature in June on the With Interest channel. You can listen to other Tax Time 2024 episodes at the series page.

You can also listen to previous episodes in this series on CPA Australia's YouTube channel.

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

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


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