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Fringe Benefits Tax

ATO contact regarding business cars and Fringe Benefits Tax (FBT) The ATO has recently advised that it will be contacting taxpayers (and tax agents on behalf of their clients) that have been identified as having cars registered in their business name who have not lodged an FBT return. The ATO has reminded businesses that: a […]

Christmas Parties & Gifts 2018

Year-end (and other) staff parties With the well earned December/January holiday season on the way, many employers will be planning to reward staff with a celebratory party or event. However, there are important issues to consider, including the possible FBT and income tax implications of providing ‘entertainment’ (including Christmas parties) to staff and clients. FBT […]

EOFY car claims

ATO scrutinising car claims this tax time The ATO has announced that it will be closely examining claims for work-related car expenses this tax time as part of a broader focus on work-related expenses. Assistant Commissioner Kath Anderson said: “We are particularly concerned about taxpayers claiming for things they are not entitled to, like private […]

2018/19 FBT year

New FBT rates for the 2018/19 FBT year ATO has released Taxation Determinations setting out rates for the FBT year commencing 1 April 2018. FBT:  Benchmark interest rate The benchmark interest rate for the 2018/19 FBT year is 5.20% p.a., which is used to calculate the taxable value of: a loan fringe benefit; and a […]

Entertainment and fringe benefits

The provision of entertainment means the provision of: entertainment by way of food, drink or recreation accommodation or travel in connection with, such entertainment. Entertainment includes, for example: meals and drinks, cocktail parties and staff social functions sporting or theatrical events, sightseeing tours and holidays entertaining employees and non-employees (for example, clients) over a weekend […]

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