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Benedict Youn
Senior Tax Counsel
Senior Tax Counsel
About Benedict Youn
Benedict Youn has worked in tax for almost two decades, in reputable accounting firms and in a tax law firm in Sydney. Over that time he has resolved tax matters of every size and complexity, and given practical advice to the people behind them.
He also advises on risk assessment for tax compliance and on setting up sound accounting and recordkeeping systems. As a result, clients avoid unnecessary attention from the tax authorities and can build a strong argument if a dispute does arise.
Benedict is fluent in English and Korean and lives in Sydney with his wife and two teenage daughters.
Benedict Youn’s areas of expertise
- Tax dispute resolution, including ATO audits and objections
- Private rulings
- Forensic accounting
- Tax compliance, including outstanding and overdue returns
- Remission of penalties and interest
Qualifications and membership
- Bachelor of Business (Accounting)
- Bachelor of Law
- Graduate Diploma in Advanced Tax (ATAX)
- Member of CPA Australia
- Member of The Tax Institute, Chartered Tax Adviser
INSIGHTS
Articles by Benedict Youn
Tax Compliance
Stay ahead of the ATO. We manage returns, BAS and lodgement obligations for individuals, businesses, trusts and SMSFs, accurate, on time and audit-ready.
Remission of Penalties
OUR SERVICES ATO Penalty Remission The ATO can remit penalties and interest where there are good grounds. Our ATO penalty remission submissions document your circumstances...
ATO Penalties
ATO penalties can double a tax bill. We build the case to reduce or remit administrative penalties and interest, based on your conduct and circumstances.
Private Rulings
A private binding ruling gives certainty on how the ATO will treat a transaction. We prepare well-argued applications and challenge unfavourable rulings.
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RESOURCES
Tax guidance in plain English
Practical guides from our tax lawyers on audits, disputes, penalties and tax debt.
Division 7A Explained: What Business Owners Must Know
Division 7A treats loans and payments from private companies to shareholders as deemed dividends. How it works and the key traps for business owners.
How Are ATO Penalties Calculated and Can They Be Reduced?
ATO penalties can add tens of thousands to a tax bill. How they are calculated, when they can be reduced, and how to make a...
How to Dispute an ATO Tax Assessment: Step-by-Step Guide
Disagree with an ATO tax assessment? You have the right to dispute it. Here is a step-by-step guide to the objection process and what to...
What Is an ATO Voluntary Disclosure and Why Does It Matter?
Voluntary disclosure to the ATO can dramatically reduce penalties for undeclared income or unreported assets. Here is what it means and why timing is everything.
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