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[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ custom_padding_last_edited=”on|phone” _builder_version=”4.23″ custom_padding_tablet=”” custom_padding_phone=”0px||||false|false” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_3,2_3″ _builder_version=”4.23″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” width=”100%” custom_padding=”||0px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ module_class=”table-contents” _builder_version=”4.23″ background_color=”#f3f2f6″ custom_padding=”25px||25px||true|false” sticky_position=”top” sticky_limit_bottom=”section” sticky_position_tablet=”top” sticky_position_phone=”none” sticky_position_last_edited=”on|desktop” pac_dcm_carousel_specific_module_num=”0″ border_radii=”on|24px|24px|24px|24px” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.23″ text_font=”||||||||” global_colors_info=”{}” background__hover_enabled=”on|desktop”][\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”2_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” pac_dcm_carousel_specific_module_num=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Copy paste body text here” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ header_2_font_size=”32px” header_2_font_size_tablet=”30px” header_2_font_size_phone=”26px” header_2_font_size_last_edited=”on|tablet” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]Lodging your company tax return is a yearly \u2013 and very non-negotiable \u2013 job for every Australian business. How and when you lodge with the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) depends on your business structure \u2013 sole trader, partnership, company, trust, etc. \u2013 and whether you self-prepare or use a registered tax agent. Here are all the things you need to know so you can lodge on time and with zero headaches.<\/p>\n

Before you start: Get your house in order<\/h2>\n

Good records make for the most hassle-free lodgements. Reconcile your bank accounts, sales and purchases, and make sure your BAS numbers match your books. If you run payroll on your own, finalise things like Single Touch Payroll (STP) for the year so your staff can get their income statements in myGov.<\/p>\n

You\u2019ll also need to get all your tax invoices for deductions, a depreciation schedule, stocktake results (if relevant), bank-interest summaries, loan statements, and private health and superannuation details. Plus, you\u2019ll need to keep these records for five years in case of any ATO issues with your company tax returns.<\/p>\n

How to lodge a company tax return in 3 different ways<\/h2>\n

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  1. Online self-lodgement:<\/strong> Sole traders lodge an individual return via myTax in myGov (including the business and professional items schedule for individuals). Partnerships, companies and trusts can use Standard Business Reporting (SBR)-enabled platforms to lodge their entity returns online.<\/li>\n
  2. Through registered tax agents:<\/strong> Agents use the ATO\u2019s Lodgment Program, which lets you do everything at later due dates<\/a> than self-lodgers. To take advantage of those extensions, you\u2019ll need to hire an agent by 31 October who can handle your tax liability, taxable income, profit and loss statements, business expenses, sales revenue and so much more.<\/li>\n
  3. Paper return:<\/strong> This is actually still available for all structures, but it\u2019s much slower and easier to make mistakes. Online lodgement is very strongly recommended.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    Top tip: ASIC\u2019s annual review for companies is separate from your ATO company tax return \u2013 both must be handled.<\/p>\n

    Sole trader (sole proprietorship)<\/h3>\n

    How to lodge<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

    You file one individual tax return reporting both your personal and your business income. Add the business and professional items schedule to detail all your income, business expenses, adjustments, and other relevant information. You can claim deductions for business-related costs (home-office, motor vehicle, subscriptions, tools, insurance and more \u2013 keep evidence) for the financial year. And if you\u2019re registered for GST, your BAS obligations will be separate from the return.<\/p>\n

    When to lodge<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

    Self-lodging small businesses and sole traders must lodge by 31 October each year. If you\u2019re using a registered tax agent, you must be on their books by this time, and your actual due date will follow the agent\u2019s program (which is, thankfully, always later).<\/p>\n

    Payments and instalments<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

    If you\u2019re in the PAYG instalments system, these pre-payments are credited against your year-end assessment. If your income has changed, you can vary the instalments to better match your cash flow.<\/p>\n

    Partnership<\/h3>\n

    How to lodge<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

    You\u2019ll lodge a partnership tax return (electronic via SBR software through a tax agent or paper). The return shows your partnership\u2019s net income (or loss), which is income minus allowable deductions. The partnership itself doesn\u2019t pay income tax; instead, each partner reports their share of partnership income (and any credits) on their individual tax return and pays tax at their personal rate, with accurate financial records to back everything up.<\/p>\n

    When to lodge<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

    If self-lodging, the partnership return is due 31 October. Using a tax agent? Your agent will advise your due date under the Lodgment Program.<\/p>\n

    Other points<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

    Partnerships might have things like GST, PAYG withholding and STP obligations if you employ staff as well. Partners will also need to factor in their personal PAYG instalments.<\/p>\n

    Company tax returns<\/h3>\n

    How to lodge<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

    A company lodges their business tax returns via their preferred system. The company itself is a separate legal entity, so company tax on income is calculated separately from any of the directors\u2019 personal income. Directors will still have to lodge their own individual returns for salaries and dividends.<\/p>\n

    When to lodge<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

    Due dates for a company\u2019s completed tax return tend to depend on its size, history and whether you use tax professionals. Most standard company returns are lodged through an agent and come due around 28 February, but your exact date might be different.<\/p>\n

    Payments and franking credits<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

    Some companies will have to pay via PAYG instalments during the year. And if you\u2019re paying dividends, make sure you have a franking account and issue the right statements.<\/p>\n

    Trust<\/h3>\n

    How to lodge<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

    The trustee must lodge a trust tax return. In most cases, the trust itself doesn\u2019t pay tax. The trust return reports net trust income and how it\u2019s distributed to beneficiaries. Beneficiaries then include their share in their individual tax return and pay tax accordingly.<\/p>\n

    When to lodge<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

    If you\u2019re planning to lodge it yourself, you\u2019ll need to file by 31 October. Agent-lodged returns follow the tax agent\u2019s timetable. Trustees will need to make valid distribution resolutions by 30 June to stream income as intended \u2013 so make sure you are prepared and get advice well before year\u2019s end.<\/p>\n

    Be aware that some trusts (like unit trusts) and certain distributions have more reporting requirements (i.e. TFN reporting). Ask your advisor if you\u2019re unsure.<\/p>\n

    Important dates, extensions and penalties<\/h2>\n

    If you have tax payable and you\u2019re a self-lodger, be mindful of 31 October after the end of the financial year (30 June<\/a>) \u2013 it\u2019s the anchor date for most sole traders, partnerships and trusts. Company tax requirements differ \u2013 most standard cases (via agents) fall on 28 February, but not all. Working with a registered tax agent will give you extra time.<\/p>\n

    If you miss a due date, the ATO can hit you with a failure to lodge (FTL) penalty and general interest charges on late payments. Don\u2019t ignore it \u2013 lodge as soon as possible and, if you can\u2019t pay in full, set up an ATO payment plan to minimise any interest and keep your record clean.<\/p>\n

    What you can claim (tax deductions)<\/h2>\n

    You can generally claim expenses incurred in earning assessable income \u2013 think operating costs, professional fees, insurance, interest on business loans, repairs, subscriptions and software. You\u2019ll want to stay on top of depreciation or instantly write off eligible assets. Also, make sure you are apportioning any private use and keep solid logbooks\/records wherever possible. And if you\u2019re registered for GST, report that GST on BAS separately from your income tax return.<\/p>\n

    Special reports you might need<\/h2>\n

    Some industries have to lodge a taxable payments annual report (TPAR)<\/a> \u2013 say you\u2019re in sectors like building and construction, cleaning, couriers, IT, security, road freight, etc. If you pay contractors in these sectors, check if TPAR applies; it\u2019s separate from your tax return and due by 28 August.<\/p>\n

    How and when you lodge comes down to your structure and whether you use an agent for your company tax returns. Sole traders have to lodge an individual return (with a business schedule), whereas partnerships and trusts lodge entity returns that distribute income to partners\/beneficiaries. Some companies, however, need to lodge a separate company tax return and pay tax at the corporate rate<\/a>.<\/p>\n

    In short: keep your records clean, remember the most important tax dates, lean on your platform (and tax advisor), and you\u2019ll turn tax time from stressful to super-easy.<\/p>\n

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