FAQ

Where is Kothes Accounting Group based?

We have full-time offices in Bega, Merimbula, Eden, Bombala and part-time offices in Bermagui, Cooma and Jindabyne. For all our office hours and locations please visit the Contact section of our site.

What is a chartered accountant?

Around the world there are over 2.5 million qualified accountants including chartered, certified, management, practicing, professional, and technicians among others. Each have completed various professional accountancy qualifications, and have different knowledge, skills and experience to suit their specific field. To qualify as a chartered accountant, you need to gain and maintain the highest professional accounting and finance qualifications to meet the standards of Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CAANZ). Six of the directors at Kothes Accounting Group are Associates of CAANZ and Kothes Merimbula director Simon Byrne is a Fellow of CAANZ. Many Kothes staff are also qualified chartered accountants.

What is a self managed super fund specialist?

Being a Chartered Accountant Self Managed Super Fund Specialist is much more than a highly sought-after recognition endorsed by a certificate. It connects you with a select peer group of SMSF specialists who you can share invaluable ideas, contacts and experiences.  Director Gary Skelton is the only SMSF specialist on the NSW South Coast. More and more Australians are opting to go to a SMSF to help manage their retirement, and it’s important that they have access to quality, accurate advice. This formal, Institute-recognised specialisation enables Chartered Accountants to enhance their knowledge, experience and skills, and will ensure SMSF trustees have access to the advice they desire.

Who is Walker Wayland Australasia?

Kothes is a Regional Associate Member of Walker Wayland Australasia who specialise in delivering services specific to Australian, New Zealand and Trans-Tasman businesses.

What are the benefits to our clients of our Walker Wayland membership?

Being a member of Walker Wayland gives us access to a broad base of shared resources and an international network of expertise, experience and professional understanding, as well as participation in annual conferences and team training sessions. As a result, our team has all the necessary opportunities to keep their technical skills and knowledge up-to-date so we can continue to give our clients high-quality relevant advice in a constantly changing environment.

What tax do I pay on capital gains?

The amount of tax you pay on a capital gain depends on several factors, including the nature and the time you’ve held that asset. Generally the tax is paid at the individual’s marginal tax rate or the entity’s tax rate. Please talk to one of Kothes Accounting Group’s professionals to determine how capital gains may apply to your individual circumstances.

Where is the Bega office?

Kothes Accounting Group Bega is at 163 Auckland Street Bega, and you enter our client carpark off Upper Street.

Where is the Merimbula office?

The Merimbula office of Kothes Accounting Group is at 77 Main Street, next to St Joseph’s Catholic Church.

Where is the Cooma office and what days is it open?

Kothes Cooma office is open during business hours 8.30am-5pm on Wednesdays by appointment and is at 12 Bombala St, Cooma, NSW 2630. You can phone 02 6491 6491 to make an appointment in Cooma.

Where is the Jindabyne office and how do I make an appointment?

Kothes Accounting Group Jindabyne office is in Office Hub, Suite 3, 3 Gippsland Street, and is open by appointment. Phone 02 6491 6491 to make your appointment in the Jindabyne office.

How do I make an appointment at the Bermagui office?

Kothes Accounting Group director Gary Pearce is in the Bermagui office on Fridays by appointment. You can phone Kothes Bermagui on 02 6491 6491.

Where is the Kothes Eden office?

The Eden office is at 2/161 Imlay Street and is open Monday to Friday during business hours. You can phone Kothes Eden on 02 6491 6491.

When is the Kothes Bombala office open?

Our Bombala office is open at 75 Caveat Street from Monday to Friday from 8.30am to 5pm. To make an appointment phone 02 6499 8300.