Accounting Professionals

Let’s Talk: Shareholder Agreements with Lisa.

Going into business with others? A shareholder agreement can help prevent uncertainty when circumstances change.

We asked AP Business Advisor, Lisa, what business owners should consider:

✔️ Clearly document how key decisions will be made
✔️ Agree on what happens if a shareholder wants to leave
✔️ Plan ahead for disputes, unexpected events or ownership changes.

At the Federal Budget in May 2026, the Government announced that it would reintroduce a loss carry back tax offset for companies, providing a crucial buffer to any business facing difficult trading conditions.

Find out more in our latest post: apbusinessadvisors.com.au/loss-carry-back-rules-reintroduced

Loss carry back rules reintroduced - Accounting Professionals At the Federal Budget in May 2026, the Government announced that it would reintroduce a loss carry back tax offset for companies, providing a crucial buffer to any business facing difficult trading conditions.

Do you know what your business is actually worth?

A professional business valuation can be valuable for much more than preparing to sell. It can help with succession planning, ownership changes, restructuring and making informed decisions about the future of your business.

Our team can help you understand the factors driving your business value and provide greater clarity when important decisions need to be made.

Need a clearer picture of what your business is worth? Speak with the AP team.

Quick Accounting Tip: Review your recurring direct debits.

Many businesses pay for software or services they no longer use.

Set aside 15 minutes every few months to review your recurring direct debits—you might be surprised how much you can save.

Thinking of starting your own side hustle?

Here are five key questions to check that your new business idea is financially and operationally viable: apbusinessadvisors.com.au/is-your-side-hustle-a-viable-business

Is your side hustle a viable business? - Accounting Professionals Thinking of starting your own side hustle? Here are five key questions to check that your new business idea is financially and operationally viable.

🏉 BETTER LATE THAN NEVER…

We may be slightly behind on announcing our Footy Tipping segment winners but thankfully, their tipping was much sharper than our timekeeping! 😅

Congratulations to the following segment winners who all receive a $100 gift card:

🏆 Rounds 11–15: rachelm94
🏆 Rounds 16–20: StaceeCee
🏆 Rounds 21–25: phoebep2011

Well played tipsters and apologies for keeping you waiting longer than a bunker review!

It's a tight race at the top of the leaderboard heading into the final rounds of the regular season:

BJK (Brooke K) - 127
Phoebep2011 (Phoebe P) - 126
SharkBait66 (Mick D) - 126
Trotto (Kai T) - 126
Timmoie (brett s) - 125
Kane Chapman - 125

This year, 125 footy tragics are battling it out for the end-of-season prizes:
🥇 1st: $300
🥈 2nd: $150
🥉 3rd: $50
🏅 Plus the most valuable prize of all, ultimate bragging rights!

With the finish line approaching, every tip counts. Good luck to everyone still in contention!

Successful businesses don't wait until EOFY to review their numbers.

Regular business reviews help you understand what's working, identify challenges early, and keep your business moving towards its goals.

We provide practical insights and advice to help you make confident decisions throughout the year—not just at tax time.

Book a quarterly business review with our team and stay one step ahead.

Let’s Talk: Owner’s Drawings vs Salary with Sarah.

Paying yourself from your business? How you do it depends on your business structure.

We asked AP Business Advisor, Sarah, what business owners should understand:

✔️ Sole traders generally take owner's drawings, not a salary
✔️ Company directors are usually paid through payroll or dividends
✔️ The right approach depends on your business structure and tax obligations

Benchmarking is an excellent way to discover if your business performance is leading or lagging within your sector.

We highlight 3 key benefits of embracing industry benchmarking: apbusinessadvisors.com.au/benchmarking-your-business-against-competitors

Benchmarking your business against competitors - Accounting Professionals Benchmarking is an excellent way to discover if your business performance is leading or lagging within your sector. We highlight 3 key benefits of embracing industry benchmarking.

Meet Paul! 👋

Originally from the UK, Paul brings more than 20 years of finance and commercial experience gained across Europe and the Middle East.

His experience spans strategy, financial reporting, forecasting and business partnering, with a focus on turning complex financial information into clear insights that support better business decisions.

Outside of work, Paul enjoys golf, cricket, fishing, cooking and getting outdoors.

We’re pleased to have Paul as part of the AP team!