COVID-19

JobKeeper Applications Update

Published 16 April 2020

If you're an eligible business applying for JobKeeper payments, you will have the option to apply yourself, or via your tax professional. We have provided additional information to help you assess your eligibility:

• Information for Employers
• Information for Self- Employed
• JobKeeper Examples

The detailed guide to applying for the payment can be found at the ATO JobKeeper page. 

Important information about the application process to note:

• Online applications open 20^th April
• To claim for the month of April, the application is due before 30^th April.
• Employee nomination form must be completed for each employee JobKeeper employee nomination notice 
• Applications will be submitted via the ATO Business Portal

Some of the eligibility criteria for this payment are complex. Should you require more detailed advice we are available to assist you with:

• Analysis regarding your revenue reporting and the 30% turnover reduction
• Reviewing employee payments for April to ensure you meet the minimum requirements
• Lodgement of your JobKeeper application to the ATO
• Lodgement of your monthly JobKeeper Declaration report to the ATO
• Liaising with the ATO on your behalf

 
We are a fee for service firm, if you engage us to help with any of the above, we will provide you with an estimate of costs in relation to your specific requirements.
 
We will be sending further information as it comes to light. Please contact us with any urgent queries.