Are You A Registered BAS Agent Authorised To Communicate Directly With The ATO?

If your business needs BAS services, it is important to understand whether the person providing those services is registered and authorised to perform them. Registered BAS agents are authorised to provide certain BAS services under Australian tax law and can communicate with the Australian Taxation Office on behalf of clients within the scope of their authority. 

Young Guns Bookkeeping can provide bookkeeping support to Melbourne businesses, including maintaining financial records, reconciling accounts and preparing bookkeeping information for BAS-related work. 

If BAS lodgement or other services requiring BAS agent registration are being provided, the business should confirm the relevant registration and authority before engaging the provider. This is particularly important because general bookkeeping and providing a BAS service are not necessarily the same thing. A bookkeeper may maintain your accounting records without being responsible for lodging your BAS. 

If you specifically require a registered BAS agent to lodge your BAS or communicate with the ATO on your behalf, ask the provider about their current registration status and what services they are authorised to perform. Young Guns Bookkeeping can explain the scope of the bookkeeping support it provides and how it can work alongside your accountant or registered BAS professional where required. Businesses should also ensure their bookkeeping records are maintained accurately throughout the reporting period. 

Keeping Xero, bank reconciliations, sales, purchases and payroll records up to date can make BAS preparation considerably easier. If you have questions about a specific ATO obligation or whether a particular service requires BAS agent registration, obtain advice from the ATO or an appropriately registered professional.