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Accountanting, Taxation and Financial Planning Services in Lilydale 3140 VIC

We are Gary J McCluskey & Associates
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Gary J McCluskey & Associates is a local accountancy firm and registered tax agent providing both personal and business taxation and accounting services in the outer Eastern Suburbs.

Gary J McCluskey & Associates is all about providing sensible and practical advice at a realistic cost.

For individuals it may mean a straight forward tax return completed quickly at a reasonable price. For business operators, sound and practical advice on a timely basis is critical. The experience of Gary McCluskey and an able team of assistants will help you minimise taxation, increase profitability and improve your cashflow. The team at Gary J McCluskey & Associates is well aware of the need to provide cost-effective solutions and will tailor a solution to suit your needs.

Gary J McCluskey & Associates has a diverse range of clients and has helped many local businesses grow and achieve success over the years.

For realistic and sensible advice and services at an affordable price call, Gary J McCluskey & Associates on 03 9735 2266.

Accounting & Taxation Services

We offer services to Individuals, Sole Traders and Small-Medium Businesses

Financial Planning Advice & Services

Sound financial advice can benefit your retirement prospects at any stage of life:
20s, 30s, 40s, 50s or even beyond
Couple enjoying retirement

As an InterPrac Financial Planner we can offer our clients a very broad range of financial products. Our Planners are provided with current and historical research to enable them to ensure your needs are addressed.

We are dedicated financial planners offering a range of services to assist you with making sound financial choices.

Our planners specialise in the following areas:

  • Superannuation
  • Direct share portfolios
  • Tax effective investments
  • Managed funds, fixed interest and cash
  • Personal Insurance

For investors looking to get ahead, we have an extensive product list with a broad range of investment types and sector spread.

We supply all financial planning clients with regular, personalised economic updates and newsletters.

Accounting & Financial Planning Videos

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Latest Accounting & Financial Planning News

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Accounting News

Businesses ghosting the ATO targeted in debt collection blitz

Businesses ghosting the ATO targeted in debt collection blitz

Clients failing to engage must “act now” or face rapid escalation of enforcement action, the Tax Office...

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Claiming the tax-free threshold: getting it right

Claiming the tax-free threshold: getting it right

If you’re an Australian resident for tax purposes, you don’t have to pay income tax on the first $18,20...

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Aussies tired of ‘dodgy tax criminals’, warns ATO

Aussies tired of ‘dodgy tax criminals’, warns ATO

The Tax Office has revealed that 250,000 tip-offs have been received about tax avoidance and dishonest...

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Protect your small business by following these essential steps.

Protect your small business by following these essential steps.

Cyber security is everyone’s business. With cyber threats becoming more frequent and complex now is the time...

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Super guarantee a focus area for ATO business debt collection

Super guarantee a focus area for ATO business debt collection

The ATO has recently confirmed some key focus areas of business debt collection – including debts relating...

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Controversial ‘Airbnb tax’ set to become law

Controversial ‘Airbnb tax’ set to become law

A levy on short-stay accommodation bookings will apply from next year after being passed by the Victorian...

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Withholding for foreign residents: an ATO focus area

Withholding for foreign residents: an ATO focus area

The ATO is currently focusing on ensuring that taxpayers are aware of their obligations regarding treatment of...

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1 in 3 crypto owners confused about tax, study reveals

1 in 3 crypto owners confused about tax, study reveals

Australian cryptocurrency owners need to be aware of their profits and whether they incur tax, experts have...

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20 Years of Silicon Valley Trends: 2004 - 2024 Insights

20 Years of Silicon Valley Trends: 2004 - 2024 Insights

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Financial Planning News

ATO reviewing all new SMSF registrations to stop illegal early access

ATO reviewing all new SMSF registrations to stop illegal early access

The ATO said it is reviewing and assessing all new SMSFs before they can receive a registered or complying...

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Compliance documents crucial for SMSFs

Compliance documents crucial for SMSFs

Failure to create, execute, perform and retain documents for an SMSF can leave a fund and its trustees unable...

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Investment and economic outlook, October 2024

Investment and economic outlook, October 2024

The latest forecasts for investment returns and region-by-region economic...

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Leaving super to an estate makes more tax sense, says expert

Leaving super to an estate makes more tax sense, says expert

It is more tax effective to leave superannuation to an estate rather than a binding death benefit nomination...

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Be clear on TBA pension impact

Be clear on TBA pension impact

The different operations of pensions passed onto a beneficiary can be confusing and SMSF members must...

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Caregiving can have a retirement sting

Caregiving can have a retirement sting

Around 3 million Australians are unpaid caregivers. Most face a super...

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The biggest assets growth areas for SMSFs

The biggest assets growth areas for SMSFs

What five years’ worth of SMSF asset allocation data...

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20 Years of Silicon Valley Trends: 2004 - 2024 Insights

20 Years of Silicon Valley Trends: 2004 - 2024 Insights

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Investment and economic outlook, September 2024

Investment and economic outlook, September 2024

The latest forecasts for investment returns and region-by-region economic...

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Taxation

Taxation law is complex and we have the advisory team to ensure that you receive the highest quality taxation advice and compliance service. We understand and apply taxation law to deliver the best outcome for each client.

Our range of taxation services includes:

Tax Planning

Gary J McCluskey & Associates specialises in taxation planning and is up to date with all of the latest tax planning options. Apart from making options available to clients, our tax knowledge and understanding of the tax system gives our clients peace of mind because we can also advise on the schemes and promotions to avoid.

Business Assistance

When starting or buying a business or franchise, the wrong advice can be very costly. Gary J McCluskey & Associates specialise in advice on starting, buying and selling businesses.

There are numerous issues to consider and we endeavour to make sure all our business clients are structured correctly for taxation purposes taking into account financial and legal considerations.

Starting/Selling

  • Business structuring
  • Valuing a business
  • Review of your existing business structure
  • Finance requirements
  • Registrations
  • Software Selection

Managing a Business

  • Employer Obligations
  • Record keeping
  • Debt collection techniques
  • Cashflow management and projections
  • Budgets
  • Detailed management reports

Business Finance Options

Accounting Software Solutions

Business demands up to date, accurate financial information.

Cashflow Manager is our preferred software for businesses. Visit www.cashflow-manager.com to learn more about each product.

Cashflow Manager is the simplest GST bookkeeping solution for your small and micro-business clients. It simply lets clients record their receipts and payments into columns (just like a manual cash book) and because each column is labelled with a 'GST' tax type, the program automatically calculates the GST and produces reports that make the preparation of BAS's and tax returns a breeze.

Choosing the right system for your business can be a difficult one. Please contact us to discuss your requirements and we can provide you with a cost effective solution tailored to meet your needs.

Secure File Transfer is a facility that allows the safe and secure exchange of confidential files or documents between you and us.

Email is very convenient in our business world, there is no doubting that. However email messages and attachments can be intercepted by third parties, putting your privacy and identity at risk if used to send confidential files or documents. Secure File Transfer eliminates this risk.

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