Tax Tips for Managers & CEO’s
Tax Tips for Managers & CEOs – Lead Your Refund Like a Boss
Managers and CEOs can claim tax deductions for training, memberships, phones, laptops, and home office costs. GoTax makes high-level tax returns simple, fast, and smart.
What Managers & CEOs Can Claim on Their Tax Return
Being at the top doesn’t mean missing out on tax deductions. Whether you’re leading a team, running board meetings, or travelling between offices, there are plenty of legitimate expenses you can claim — and GoTax makes it effortless.
Forget jargon. We translate tax-speak into English you actually understand — so you can claim confidently and get the refund you deserve.
Common Tax Deductions for Managers & CEOs
| Expense Type | Examples You Can Claim |
|---|---|
| Phone & Internet | Work calls, data, business communication apps |
| Computers & Equipment | Laptops, tablets, printers, phones, ergonomic setups |
| Training & Education | Leadership, management, or executive coaching courses |
| Professional Memberships | CPA, AIM, or other industry-related associations |
| Travel & Accommodation | Business trips, interstate meetings, conferences |
| Home Office Costs | Internet, electricity, furniture for remote work |
| Stationery & Supplies | Office items, notebooks, pens, planners |
| Subscriptions | Business journals, industry publications, digital tools |
| Insurance | Income protection insurance |
| Gifts & Donations | Charity donations to registered DGRs |
Managers vs CEOs – What’s Different?
| Category | Managers | CEOs & Executives |
|---|---|---|
| Training | Deductible for leadership or management courses | Deductible for executive coaching or seminars |
| Travel | Between sites and meetings – deductible | Deductible for interstate or board-level travel |
| Home Office | Claimable if partly working from home | Claimable if running admin or remote meetings |
| Memberships | Professional bodies – deductible | Industry associations – deductible |
FAQs for Managers & CEOs
Can managers claim laptops and computers?
Yes. Work-related laptops, monitors, and tech equipment are deductible.
Can CEOs claim professional memberships?
Yes. Fees for recognised professional or leadership bodies are deductible.
Can managers and executives claim training?
Yes. Courses that upgrade current skills — not new careers — are deductible.
Can managers claim home office expenses?
Yes. Internet, electricity, and work equipment used for home-based admin are deductible.
Can executives claim travel costs?
Yes. Flights, taxis, and accommodation for business trips are deductible.
Can managers and CEOs claim phones and internet?
Yes. Work-related portions of mobile and data costs are deductible.
Can managers claim income protection insurance?
Yes. Premiums for income protection insurance are deductible.
Can CEOs claim donations?
Yes. Donations to registered charities (DGRs) are deductible.
Manager & CEO Tax Checklist
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ABN Registered (if contracting)
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All Income Declared
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Business Expenses Claimed
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Home Office Costs Sorted
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Super Contributions Considered
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GST Registered (if earning $75,000+)
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eCashbooks in Use
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Bank Account Separated
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Receipts Saved Digitally or on Paper
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Records Kept for 5 Years
What's Next
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