{"id":530,"date":"2026-11-05T02:53:44","date_gmt":"2026-11-05T02:53:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.firstclassaccounts.com\/leichhardt\/?p=530"},"modified":"2026-11-05T02:53:45","modified_gmt":"2026-11-05T02:53:45","slug":"paying-tax-by-credit-card-why-your-business-may-need-a-new-plan","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.firstclassaccounts.com\/leichhardt\/paying-tax-by-credit-card-why-your-business-may-need-a-new-plan\/","title":{"rendered":"Paying tax by credit card? Why your business may need a new plan"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If your business relies on a credit card to pay its tax bills, now is a good time to review how you&#8217;re managing cash flow.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) plans to stop accepting direct credit card payments after 30 June 2027, following a <a href=\"https:\/\/t.apemail.net\/c\/nqkqca2tkudvkuqgdjkaoa2rdibvgbaadjlfebqpdihveuipamcvguipaebfefi3aqbaebqob4brwbqeaabqkaipaubrwdqgb4haeaicaabbwby3cv4xmfi3cuavibqgb5jbk2q-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\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">federal government decision<\/a> to extend the original deadline.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">According to the government, around 5% of Australian small businesses paid their tax bills by credit card in 2024\u201325. For these businesses, the change could mean finding a different way to manage one of their largest recurring expenses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">While the extension provides some breathing room, it&#8217;s worth considering whether your business can comfortably cover its tax obligations without relying on credit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Why relying on a credit card can be risky<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For many small businesses, cash flow can be unpredictable. Customers don&#8217;t always pay on time, expenses fluctuate and tax bills can arrive when cash reserves are already stretched.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Using a credit card can help bridge a temporary gap between money coming in and payments going out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">However, if you&#8217;re regularly using credit to cover your business activity statement (BAS) or other tax liabilities, it could be a sign of a bigger cash-flow problem.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There&#8217;s also the cost to consider. Unless you pay off your credit card balance in full, interest charges can quickly add up.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The upcoming change is a good opportunity to review your cash flow and make sure you&#8217;re not simply pushing tax obligations further down the road.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>1. Work out whether you can cover your next tax bill<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The first step is to understand how much money your business will actually have available when its next tax payment falls due.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Your current bank balance doesn&#8217;t tell the whole story. Some of that money may already be needed for wages, rent, suppliers or other expenses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A simple cash-flow forecast can help you get a clearer picture. Start by looking at:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>How much cash you currently have available<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Which customer payments you realistically expect to receive before your tax deadline<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>What essential expenses you&#8217;ll need to pay during that period<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>How much GST, PAYG withholding, income tax or other tax you&#8217;ll owe<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Whether any large or unexpected expenses are coming up<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For example: Your business has $20,000 in the bank and expects another $30,000 from customers before its next tax payment is due.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">That gives you $50,000 to work with. However, you also have $35,000 in operating expenses and an $18,000 tax bill coming up.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Suddenly, you&#8217;re $3,000 short.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Identifying this gap early gives you time to explore your options, whether that&#8217;s following up an outstanding invoice, adjusting the timing of a non-essential expense or reviewing your funding arrangements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>2. Start setting money aside for tax<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">One of the simplest ways to avoid a cash-flow squeeze at tax time is to regularly put money aside for future tax obligations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">GST collected from customers and PAYG withholding from employees can easily become mixed up with the money used to run your business.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Keeping these funds in a separate bank account can make it easier to see how much cash is genuinely available.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Your accountant can help you work out how much to set aside based on your business&#8217;s revenue, expenses, payroll and tax obligations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The important thing is to make this a regular habit rather than scrambling to find the money when your BAS or tax payment is due.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>3. Look at what&#8217;s putting pressure on your cash flow<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you&#8217;re struggling to put enough money aside for tax, it&#8217;s worth looking more closely at what&#8217;s causing the shortfall.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Some common issues include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Slow-paying customers: If you&#8217;re regularly waiting 30, 60 or even 90 days to get paid, you may be covering wages, materials and other expenses long before the revenue arrives. Consider whether deposits, progress payments or shorter payment terms could improve your position.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Outstanding invoices: Money owed to your business won&#8217;t help you pay your tax bill until it reaches your bank account. Review overdue invoices regularly and follow up late payments promptly.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Rising operating costs: Higher wages, rent, insurance and supplier costs can gradually eat into your available cash. Reviewing your expenses may reveal opportunities to reduce costs without affecting your operations.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Insufficient profit margins: Strong sales don&#8217;t necessarily mean healthy cash flow. If your prices aren&#8217;t keeping pace with the cost of delivering your products or services, you could be generating revenue without making enough profit to meet your obligations.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Your accountant can help you distinguish between a temporary cash-flow problem and a more persistent issue with your business&#8217;s profitability.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>4. Review your tax payment options<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Once direct credit card payments are phased out, businesses will still be able to pay the ATO using other methods, including bank transfers and debit cards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Credit card payments through third-party providers will also remain available, although these services may charge fees. It&#8217;s worth checking the total cost and processing time before choosing this option.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you&#8217;re concerned about being able to pay your tax bill on time, contact the ATO before the due date to discuss your circumstances.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Eligible businesses with tax debts of $200,000 or less may be able to arrange a payment plan through ATO online services.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">However, payment plans generally attract interest on outstanding debts, and you&#8217;ll still need to keep up with any new tax obligations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Your accountant can help you assess your options and work out whether a proposed repayment arrangement is affordable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Use the extra time to get your cash flow in order<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The government&#8217;s extension gives small businesses until 30 June 2027 to prepare for the planned withdrawal of direct credit card payments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If your business currently relies on credit to meet its tax obligations, it&#8217;s worth reviewing your arrangements well before that deadline.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Start by speaking to your accountant. They can help you forecast upcoming tax liabilities, identify potential cash-flow gaps and put a practical plan in place to manage your payments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">That way, when the ATO&#8217;s new arrangements take effect, your business will be better prepared to meet its obligations without unnecessary financial pressure.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If your business relies on a credit card to pay its tax bills, now is a good time to review&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":359,"featured_media":531,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"content-type":"","inline_featured_image":false,"_uag_custom_page_level_css":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-530","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-blog"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v28.7 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>Paying tax by credit card? 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