ATO Audit Assistance

ATO Audit Assistance Burwood NSW — Professional Support for ATO Reviews, Audits & Compliance Checks

Receiving a letter from the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) can be stressful, especially if it involves a review, audit or compliance check. At Burwood Tax Returns, we provide professional ATO audit assistance for individuals, sole traders, companies and trusts across Burwood NSW and the Inner West.

As a CPA‑qualified tax agent, we represent you directly with the ATO, prepare all required documentation, respond to ATO queries and ensure your tax affairs are handled professionally and accurately.

Complete ATO Audit & Review Support

We assist with all types of ATO audits and reviews, including:

  • Individual tax return reviews
  • Sole trader audits
  • Company audits
  • Trust audits
  • BAS reviews
  • GST audits
  • PAYG withholding reviews
  • Payroll tax reviews
  • Rental property audits
  • Capital gains tax audits
  • Work‑related deduction reviews
  • Income reconciliation checks

We ensure your audit is handled professionally and efficiently.

ATO Letters & Notices — What They Mean

We assist with all ATO correspondence, including:

Review Letters

The ATO requests additional information or clarification.

Audit Notices

The ATO formally audits your tax return or business records.

Data‑Matching Letters

The ATO has matched your information with third‑party data (banks, employers, property records).

Outstanding Lodgement Notices

You have overdue tax returns or BAS statements.

Penalty & Interest Notices

The ATO has applied penalties or interest for late lodgement or errors.

We explain what the letter means and what steps to take next.

ATO Audit Representation

We act as your representative throughout the audit process. This includes:

  • Communicating directly with the ATO
  • Preparing all required documentation
  • Responding to ATO queries
  • Explaining your tax position
  • Negotiating outcomes
  • Requesting extensions
  • Reviewing penalties
  • Preparing supporting schedules

We ensure your audit is handled professionally and accurately.

Individual Tax Return Audits

Individuals are often audited for:

  • Work‑related deductions
  • Motor vehicle deductions
  • Travel expenses
  • Uniforms and protective clothing
  • Home office deductions
  • Rental property deductions
  • Capital gains tax
  • Income reconciliation

We prepare all supporting documentation and respond to the ATO on your behalf.

Sole Trader & Small Business Audits

Sole traders and small businesses are commonly audited for:

  • Business income reporting
  • GST reporting
  • BAS lodgement
  • Motor vehicle deductions
  • Home office deductions
  • Tools and equipment
  • Depreciation schedules
  • Contractor payments
  • PAYG instalments

We ensure your business records are accurate and compliant.

Company & Trust Audits

Companies and trusts may be audited for:

  • GST reporting
  • PAYG withholding
  • Payroll tax
  • Trust distributions
  • Director loan accounts (Division 7A)
  • Depreciation schedules
  • Financial statements
  • Capital gains tax
  • Fringe benefits tax

We prepare all required documentation and represent your business professionally.

Rental Property Audits

Rental property owners are often audited for:

  • Repairs vs capital improvements
  • Depreciation schedules
  • Loan interest deductions
  • Property management fees
  • Council rates
  • Insurance
  • Water usage
  • Advertising for tenants

We prepare rental schedules and supporting documentation.

Capital Gains Tax Audits

CGT audits often involve:

  • Property sales
  • Share disposals
  • Cryptocurrency disposals
  • Managed fund distributions
  • Cost base calculations
  • CGT discount eligibility

We prepare CGT schedules and respond to ATO queries.

GST & BAS Audits

GST audits often involve:

  • GST on sales
  • GST on purchases
  • GST‑free sales
  • GST‑free purchases
  • BAS reconciliation
  • PAYG instalments
  • GST adjustments

We prepare GST reconciliation and BAS documentation.

ATO Penalties & Interest Review

If the ATO has applied penalties or interest, we assist with:

  • Penalty review requests
  • Interest remission requests
  • Payment plan applications
  • Compliance explanations
  • Supporting documentation

We help reduce penalties where possible.

Late & Overdue Lodgements

If you have overdue tax returns or BAS statements, we assist with:

  • Multiple overdue returns
  • BAS catch‑up
  • ATO correspondence
  • Penalty review
  • Payment plans
  • Compliance support

We help you get back on track with the ATO.

Our Process — Simple & Professional

Step 1 — Contact Us

Discuss your ATO audit or review.

Step 2 — Provide Your ATO Letter

We review your ATO notice and explain what it means.

Step 3 — We Prepare Your Documentation

Prepared by a CPA‑qualified tax agent.

Step 4 — We Respond to the ATO

We communicate directly with the ATO on your behalf.

Step 5 — Resolution

We negotiate outcomes and finalise the audit.

Step 6 — Year‑Round Support

We assist with future compliance and documentation.

Need Help with an ATO Audit?

Call or Email Us Today

  • Phone: 02 9744 6866
  • Email: info@burwoodtaxreturns.com.au
  • Location: Near Westfield, opposite Burwood Park, Burwood NSW 2134

Burwood Tax Returns provides professional ATO audit assistance, tax review support, BAS audit preparation, GST reconciliation and compliance documentation for individuals, sole traders, companies and trusts in Burwood NSW and surrounding suburbs. Contact us today for fast, accurate and reliable ATO audit support.