Catherine Simons (Managing Director)
Catherine Simons is the Managing Director of WSC Group. Catherine specialises in rental property investment and small to medium sized business advice.
With 19 years' experience in public practice accounting, Catherine works with her clients to assist them build more profitable businesses and create more personal wealth through business advisory and taxation services. Her focus is to achieve the best outcome for her clients, every time.
Catherine has a solid understanding of the challenges of property investment and can assist clients with advice on how to build their wealth from the ground up. She also manages the continuous improvement and internal business processes within WSC Group. This gives her the practical experience in running a business on a day-to-day basis and knowledge to assist her small to medium size business clients.
Why do you enjoy working in public practice accounting?
I like building relationships and consistency with people, aiding them in both their business and personal life. I enjoy providing people with a level of comfort and being trusted in an area that may be confusing.
What do you like to do in your spare time?
Everything I do involves my children. Whether it be their sports on the weekend or generally spending time with them. I also enjoy listening to pop-culture, finance, and health podcasts.
Catherine's Blogs
Consistency Creates Confidence
In times of uncertainty, progress is rarely driven by reactive decisions. Instead, it is shaped through deliberate choices, steady habits, and consistent action over time.
Capital Gains Tax Changes: What a Reduced CGT Discount Could Mean for Investors
With ongoing focus on productivity and tax reform, Capital Gains Tax (CGT) is once again under review. A potential reduction to the 50% CGT discount could significantly impact investors, property owners and small business clients.
When It's Time to Close the Chapter: Key Considerations for Businesses at the End of Their Lifecycle
Over the past few years, many Australian businesses have shown remarkable resilience. They navigated lockdowns, supply chain disruptions, staffing shortages and rapid regulatory change, and they kept trading when the outlook was uncertain.
Strengthening Business Performance in Uncertain Economic Conditions
As we move through the first half of the financial year, many business owners are asking the same question: why does growing revenue feel harder than it used to?
The Benefits of Preparing a Budget Before the End of Financial Year for Your Business
As the financial year ends, it's crucial for businesses to plan ahead. One of the best ways to ensure financial stability and growth is by preparing a budget before the year concludes.
What Is FBT?
The end of the Fringe Benefits Tax (FBT) year often catches small businesses off guard, as it differs from the usual financial year.
Understanding HECS Repayment and Its Impact on Borrowing
Higher Education Contribution Scheme (HECS) debt is a crucial consideration for many Australian students.
Why Purchasing a Property for Your Business Makes Sense: Exploring the Pros and Cons
Running a business requires making numerous critical decisions, and one of the most significant choices entrepreneurs face is whether to rent or buy the property from which they operate.
Should I sell my investment property?
Investing in real estate can be a rewarding venture, but there comes a time when you might need to make the crucial decision of selling your investment property.
Navigating Super Guarantee Obligations: A Comprehensive Guide for Australian Business Owners
Operating a business involves many responsibilities, including ensuring your employees' financial security.
Navigating Single Touch Payroll Reporting: Ensuring Compliance for Your Australian Business
A recent development in Single Touch Payroll (STP) reporting requires the immediate attention of business owners who pay wages.
Cashflow is King - Preparing in a Period of Economic Uncertainty
Most business owners know they need to maintain profitability in order to survive, but even if you are profitable on paper, you may still find yourself in cashflow stress and unable to pay all your debts on time.
