The Institute of Certified Bookkeepers

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🚀 Sydney Bookkeepers - Have Your Say in the Future of Bookkeeping! Join us on Thursday, 8th August 2024, for a face-to-face roundtable session hosted by ICB Board Chair Colin Walker. As highlighted during the 2023 Australian Bookkeepers Summit, we're excited to bring regional roundtable sessions across Australia, including country and regional areas. This is your chance to engage in open discussions about the future of the bookkeeping profession and how ICB can better support you. Colin Walker will be hosting sessions in your area, and he’s eager to hear your insights. Discussion points include: 🔹 What do you see as the future of professional bookkeepers in Australia? 🔹 Expectations from a professional association in 2024 🔹 How can ICB support you more as a professional bookkeeper, student, and/or business owner? Don't miss out on this opportunity to make your voice heard. Click below to register! https://lnkd.in/gDpuuuUX #ICB #Bookkeeping #ProfessionalDevelopment #FutureOfBookkeeping #YourVoiceMatters

Join us for a must-attend webinar hosted by ICB's Matthew Addison on the Practical Implementation of Breach Reporting Requirements. As of 1 July 2024, new obligations will require tax practitioners to report 'significant breaches' of the Code of Professional Conduct in the TASA. Mark your calendars for the 26th of July as we breakdown this information released by the TPB! Register Here: https://lnkd.in/g4N6yUs7

📅 Save the Date! The ICB 2024 Summit is coming to Brisbane on 11th & 12th November! Join us for a two-day extravaganza coinciding with Global Bookkeeping Week, packed with exclusive content, interactive sessions, and hands-on workshops led by industry experts. Elevate your skills and profile with everything from the Roadshow and more! ✨ Don’t miss the debut of The Australian Luca Awards on 11th November, celebrating excellence in the field. ✨ With three streams of content, build your own agenda and dive into the latest in innovation, technology, cybersecurity, relationship building, and team leadership. Connect, learn, and celebrate with fellow bookkeepers and industry leaders. Get ready for an unprecedented opportunity to elevate your professional journey! 🚀 Register here: https://lnkd.in/gYXudKdX IG CTA: Register via Link in Bio. #ICB2024Summit #Bookkeeping #GlobalBookkeepingWeek #LucaAwards #Networking #ProfessionalDevelopment

🚨 Important Update for ICB Members! 🚨 The new Legislative Instrument brings changes that may impact your preparation, lodgement, and advisory services. This is a crucial time to stay informed. Don't miss our webinar with host Matthew Addison on Friday, the 19th of July, for an in-depth discussion on the TASA Code of Conduct Determination. Stay informed and compliant with ICB! Register here: https://lnkd.in/gjRN4UUd #ICB #Compliance #Webinar

📣 Exciting News! Registrations are NOW OPEN for ICB's 2024 Roadshow! 🎉 Join us as we celebrate a decade of excellence with face-to-face gatherings in seven dynamic Australian locations this October. Meet industry leaders, learn about the latest trends and best practices, and network with fellow bookkeepers. Don't miss out on this premier event – secure your spot today! Register here: https://lnkd.in/gPs2i3wB #ICB2024 #Roadshow #Bookkeeping #Networking #IndustryLeaders #AustralianEvents

Upcoming Webinar: Understanding TPRS & TPAR In this webinar, we’ll discuss the importance of the Taxable Payments Reporting System (TPRS) and how it affects your role as BAS Agent or Bookkeeper. To register: https://lnkd.in/g_tHfSPN To help you navigate these complexities, ICB has developed a micro-credential on TPAR specifically for professionals in these fields. This micro-credential enhances your knowledge, performance, and competency in an ever-changing environment! See the ICB Website for details: https://lnkd.in/gKa3gK_H #ICBAustralia #ICBWebinar #TPRS #TPAR #ContractorPayments #TaxReporting #BusinessCompliance #Microcredentials

📣 Important Update: Changes to the Tax Agent Services Act Code of Conduct. ICB is raising concerns with the Government alongside other Professional Associations about the newly tabled Legislative Instrument (LI) imposing new Code of Conduct obligations on Agents. We believe some of these obligations might hinder effective preparation, lodgement, and advisory services. For more information, visit this link: https://lnkd.in/gas5-SAf We will provide further information as it becomes available.

📢 ICB Partner Live Workshop Announcement 📢 Redefine Your Practice Success Strategy with Sharon Francisco! ICB Partner, Sharon Francisco is excited to invite you along to the Entrepreneurial Bookkeepers BoardRoom Workshop this July 17th @ 9.30am. Sharon will be working closely with those on the call over a 1/2 day to redefine your practice using the Entrepreneurial Bookkeeper’s Practice Success Strategy. Together you’ll focus on the following: - Develop your service packages. - Using the Client Services Matrix you’ll learn how to upgrade your client relationships by utilising more of your skills to grow your revenues and scale your practice. - Design and build your ideal practice. - With the help of the Practice Performance Ladder - whether you’re a single operator or growing a team she’ll match you up with your right next step so it’s logical and easy to implement straight away. - Implement your ultimate marketing strategy. - Sharon will show you how to build your Premium Client - Pipeline so that you can attract more A” grade clients who will value your services and pay you what you’re worth. - You’ll be getting practical and tactical in this hands on 3 and a half hour workshop so come ready to build it live with Sharon. - If you’re a bookkeeper who wants to get clear on what your right next step for your practice is and this looks useful to you Click here to register! https://lnkd.in/gZAPYbNu Instagram: Register via the Link in Bio.

📢 Attention Bookkeepers and Employers! Reminder: Single Touch Payroll (STP) finalisations, which generate Income Statements for individuals, are due on 14th July 2024. Good news! The ATO allows deadlines that fall on the weekend to be extended to the next business day (i.e. Monday 15th July 2024). For more information read here: https://lnkd.in/g5MHP675 INSTAGRAM: For more information visit our website. #ICBNewsUpdate #ICBAustralia #STP #Payroll #IncomeStatements #EOFY