ATO using data analysis
Work-related expense claims being targeted.
This year the ATO are using extensive data analysis to identify areas requiring attention across all work-related expense claims, regardless of occupation.
The ATO are paying particular attention to work-related expense claims relating to:
- overnight travel
- transporting bulky tools and equipment
- the work-related use of computers, phones or other electronic devices.
If you are claiming a work-related expense or deduction, you will need to satisfy the following:
- they must have spent the money
- the expense must be related to their job
- they must have a record to prove it.