What do I need to bring with me to an appointment?

How long will my refund take?

Last year the Australian Tax Office (ATO) was able to process almost 90% of returns within 14 working days. We are expecting this year however, that some delays may be encountered due to data matching between the ATO and Centrelink. If your refund has been with the ATO for more than 21 days please feel free to contact us.

Can you prepare multiple years returns at the same time?

We can prepare and lodge all past year's returns together at the same time. The current year's refunds will be returned in the normal period but there may be slight delays with refunds coming from the ATO for previous years returns and possibly not arriving together.

Do I have to lodge a tax return?

Some individuals do not have to lodge a tax return. Each person's situation will differ due to age, income and expenses. Seek expert advice from Greenway Accountants and Consultants.

Can I claim any deductions if I have no receipts?

Under some circumstances receipts are not required, but in order to maximise your tax deductions, we recommend you retain all your work and business related receipts and bring them with you at the time of your return preparation.

Will I be penalised for lodging my return late?

You may receive a fine or interest penalty charge from the ATO if you lodge your return late. Generally if you are entitled to a refund those penalties are minimal. Greenway Accountants and Consultants has lodgement extension facilities that will minimise such charges.

Do I get all my tax back if I only work a few months of the financial year?

No. The tax you are required to pay is calculated on your total income earned during the whole year. Whether all your income is earned in 1 day or 12 months makes no difference.

What happens if I get audited?

Don't panic, most audits can be resolved with a minimum of fuss. Each audit is different so please contact us if you are audited or have concerns with your tax return.