Interpreter Knowledge Base

How do I prepare for tax time?

Written by The PAH! Team | 4/22/25 6:07 AM
🟡 Short Summary:
 
ABN life means keeping good records. We’ll help—but you’ll need a system too.
 
 
✨ Why it matters:
 
✅ Makes lodging your tax return easier
✅ Helps you claim deductions
✅ Keeps you compliant and confident
 
 
📋 What you need to do:
 
  • Keep your own records of all interpreting jobs you’ve completed under your ABN—including PAH! and any other work you’ve taken on.
  • Record your income and any expenses you might claim (e.g. travel, professional development, insurances).
  • Track your super contributions (especially if you’re making them voluntarily).
  • If you're unsure what to claim or report, speak to a tax agent who understands sole traders.
 
📦 What PAH! provides:
 
  • Every fortnight, we send you a breakdown of jobs completed and payments made.
  • At end of financial year, we’ll send a full summary of your PAH! earnings to help make tax time smoother.
 
✅ Our recommendation:
 
Even though we’ll provide your PAH! earnings summary, it’s still your responsibility to:
 
  • Keep your own records
  • Understand your tax obligations
  • Lodge your return on time
 
📌 Bonus tip:
 
Keep a separate bank account for your business income—it’ll make tracking and saving for tax so much easier.
 
 
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