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Does Your Non-profit Need an Audit? Here’s What You Should Know 

Working with or volunteering for a non-profit can be an incredibly rewarding experience, but it comes with its own set of challenges. One of the most important things you need to think about as your non-profit grows is financial accountability and transparency. A key way to ensure that your finances are in order and that […]

Do you know how an Audit can help your business?

An audit report might sound like something only accountants care about, but it’s actually one of the most important documents a business can have. Whether you’re a business owner, an investor, or a lender, understanding why audits matter can give you a clearer picture of a company’s financial health.   So, why exactly is an audit […]

A Looming Deadline for Australian Non-Profits 

The deadline for the ATO Self-Review is March 31st and many Australian Non-profits are yet to complete the task.   The ATO introduced the new Not-for-Profit (NFP) Annual Self-Review process in the 2021-22 Federal Budget. It applies to all non-profit organisations with an Australian Business Number (ABN) that are not registered as charities with the Australian […]

Merry Christmas! 2024

On the 12th day of Christmas, Saward Dawson gave to you… 12 fun facts, 40 years of success! Happy holidays from Saward Dawson!

Super Update – something for everyone

2025 Superannuation Webinar Series Next year we’ll be running a webinar series which will have something “Super” for everyone. For Australians, Superannuation frequently comes second, behind the family home, in asset value. It’s compulsory for many of us and is a very tax effective way to save for retirement. Understanding how it works is an […]

NFP Self-Review Return – Completing the Form

When completing the ATO’s new self-review return, not-for-profit (NFP) organisations must answer a series of questions. Answering them may not be as straight forward as they appear. NFP Self-Review Return – Completing the Form NFP organsiations with an active Australian Business Number (ABN) and which are not registered charities are required to lodge an annual […]