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Our nationwide service facilitates innovative Australian companies in leveraging the Australia R&D Tax Incentive program, ensuring efficient access and optimisation of available cash refunds or tax offset. We specialise in guiding businesses through the complexities of the Research and Development tax incentive program, maximising their benefits while streamlining the tax incentive application process.
By strategically navigating the intricacies of the Research and Development Tax Incentive, we empower companies to unlock financial advantages, fostering a conducive environment for sustained innovation. Our expertise ensures that eligible businesses capitalise on this incentive, enhancing their competitive edge and contributing to the overall growth of the Australian innovation landscape.
The Research and Development Tax Incentive is a business assistance program offered by the Australian
Government to encourage and support Australian companies to undertake R&D activities that they may not otherwise be willing to attempt without government cash assistance. READ MORE
R&D activities are generally new, innovative activities (goods or services or information technology systems) with outcomes that a competent professional can’t know or determine in advance, based on current knowledge, information and experience.
Unfortunately many Australian companies undertake qualifying R&D activity and don’t realise they can claim cash refunds back from the ATO.
If your company has an annual turnover below $20 million and spends over $20,000 on eligible R&D activities then 43.5% of monies spent on eligible R&D expenditure is paid back to the company in cash by the ATO, less any other tax liability.
The Australia Research and Development (R&D) Tax Incentive presents a lucrative opportunity for companies to foster innovation and significantly boost their financial performance. This government initiative is designed to encourage businesses to invest in research and development activities, thereby enhancing the nation’s overall competitiveness.
Firstly, the Research and Development Tax Incentive provides a substantial tax benefit, allowing eligible companies to claim a generous tax offset for their qualifying R&D expenditures. This, in turn, reduces the overall tax liability, freeing up funds that can be reinvested into further research initiatives or other areas of business expansion.
Moreover, companies engaging in R&D activities gain a competitive edge by fostering innovation, which often leads to the development of new products, services, or processes. These innovations can result in increased market share, improved operational efficiency, and a stronger position in the industry.
Tax Incentive promotes collaboration between businesses and research institutions, fostering a culture of knowledge exchange and skill development. This not only contributes to the growth of the company but also strengthens the broader research ecosystem in Australia.
The Research and Development Tax Incentive is a program run by the federal government that offers a tax offset for engaging in eligible R&D activities. In place since 2011, Designed to encourage businesses to invest in new techniques, products and technologies in their respective industries.
Yes. If you’ve spent at least $20,000 AUD on eligible R&D activities, you may qualify for the R&D tax incentive.
Your business needs to be:
There are strict criteria your business needs to meet in order to qualify for the R&D Tax Incentive. Essentially, it’s about finding out new information. Your businesses research and development activities must be considered as either core or supporting activities.
The R&D Tax Incentive is administered by both the Australian Tax Office (ATO) and the Industry of Innovation and Science Australia (IISA).
The program falls under the legal jurisdiction of two key pieces of legislation. Division 355 of the Income Tax Assessment Act 1997 and Part III of the Industry Research and Development Act 1986.
To calculate, simply multiply the level you are eligible for (38.5% or 43.5%) by your expenditure on R&D activities. For example, if you’ve spent $800,000 AUD, then you would be eligible for a $348,000 return as illustrated below.
Eg. 43.5% (0.435) x 800,000 = $348,000
The R&D Tax Incentive has helped many industries across Australia, including fields like:
Contact R&D Assist today to find out how we can help you achieve the maximum refund for your business. Email [email protected] or call 041-3333-452 for a free no obligation chat.
We specialise in R&D claims and assisting clients with an annual turnover below $20 million every step of the way to optimise their R&D process from:
R&D claim preparation, compliance and lodgement; and /or
Tax Return preparation, compliance and lodgement
We charge on a no win no fee basis.