Avoid 5 common GST reporting errors

ATO identifies five common errors when reporting GST

Errors make up more than half of the overall corrections made to GST reporting.

In most cases, the mistakes are due to a taxpayer error.

With some simple checks, you can avoid these most common errors.

When reporting GST:

  • make sure the timing is correct, and report for the correct tax period
  • check the figures to avoid accidental miscalculations and simple transcription errors
  • ensure your clients can substantiate their claims for GST credits
  • check there is a creditable purpose, so your clients do not claim GST for goods purchased for personal use
  • make sure your clients charge GST when they need to, including your businesses clients that may not realise they will pass the $75,000 GST threshold.

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Source ATO

Justin Flavel

Managing Director

Justin’s experience spans across 20 years in accounting, financial analysis and general business practice.

Although born and bred on the land, Justin’s interest was more in spreadsheets, ledgers, and finance which led him to attend university. In 1992, Justin graduated with a Bachelor of Business majoring in Accounting and Finance. As well as qualifying as a CPA member and becoming a Fellow of the Taxation Institute of Australia, he began gaining practical experience in small and mid-tier accounting practices.

During the late 90s, Justin decided to expand his horizons and travel through Europe. It was during this time that he seized the opportunity to expand his knowledge on the workings of large organisations by taking on roles in multinational corporations.

Today, Justin’s passion is in facilitating businesses to grow and evolve. His focus is on acting in the role of business mentor to help clients develop the full potential of their businesses. He joins clients on their unique journey, and provides the tools and knowledge they need along the way to make the right decisions.

Justin’s aim for his clients parallels his own philosophy and personal journey—focusing on his own career growth and business success while maintaining balance in his life with his wife and three daughters.

Omnis Group Managing Director - Justin Flavel