Terms & Conditions
A legal disclaimer
Welcome to MDP Tax (trading as MDP Accounting & Tax). By accessing or using our website, services, or booking system, you agree to be bound by the following Terms and Conditions. Please read them carefully.
1. Services Provided
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We provide accounting, BAS, and taxation services in accordance with the requirements of the Tax Practitioners Board (TPB).
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Until full tax agent registration is obtained, certain services are performed under the supervision of a registered tax agent.
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All services are offered subject to applicable Australian laws, including the Tax Agent Services Act 2009 (TASA 2009) and the Code of Professional Conduct.
2. Client Responsibilities
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You agree to provide complete and accurate information necessary for us to prepare your accounts, BAS, or tax returns.
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You are responsible for maintaining accurate business and financial records.
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You are responsible for the truth and accuracy of all information you provide for lodgements with the Australian Taxation Office (ATO).
3. Fees and Payment
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Fees are set out at the time of booking or as agreed in writing before work begins.
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Invoices are payable prior to lodgement of any returns unless otherwise agreed.
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For individual returns, payment may be made via EFT, card, or fee-from-refund (where available).
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Late or overdue payments may result in suspension of services.
4. Cancellations and Rescheduling
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Appointments can be rescheduled up to 24 hours in advance at no charge.
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Cancellations with less than 24 hours’ notice may incur a fee.
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Missed appointments without notice may be charged at the full service rate.
5. Confidentiality and Privacy
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All information provided to us is kept strictly confidential in accordance with the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) and TPB requirements.
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We will not disclose your information to third parties without your consent, except where required by law (e.g., ATO, ASIC, TPB).
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For more details, please see our Privacy Policy.
6. Liability
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While every effort is made to ensure accuracy, our advice is based on the information you provide.
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We are not liable for any errors or penalties resulting from incomplete, inaccurate, or late information supplied by you.
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To the maximum extent permitted by law, we exclude all liability for loss or damage arising from the use of our services.
7. Intellectual Property
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All content on this website (including text, images, and branding) is owned by MDP Accounting & Tax unless otherwise stated.
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You may not copy, reproduce, or distribute content without prior written consent.
8. Governing Law
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These Terms & Conditions are governed by the laws of Victoria, Australia.
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Any disputes will be subject to the jurisdiction of the courts of Victoria.
9. Updates to Terms
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We may update these Terms & Conditions from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with the updated date.