Elements and Performance Criteria
- Gather and verify data
- Current data on assessable income and allowable deductions are gathered from appropriate sources
- Valuations are made, recorded and disclosed in accordance with business policies and procedures
- Discrepancies, unusual features or queries are identified, resolved or referred to the appropriate authority
- Accrued or prepaid income and expenditure is identified and adjustments to the value of assets and liabilities are recorded
- Calculate taxable income
- Liabilities for tax are calculated in accordance with current legislation and revenue gathering practices
- Relevant source documentation is identified correctly
- Tax returns, statements and claims take full advantage of available benefits and allowances in accordance with statutory requirements
- Returns are prepared within established timelines
- Review compliance
- Relevant returns are submitted to appropriate authorities within stated deadlines
- Current obligations are fulfilled and advice from taxation authorities followed and reported in accordance with statutory requirements
- Statements give a clear indication of impact of taxation on individual
- Tax office enquiries and income tax audit requirements are met