Allowance Review Service

ALLOWANCE REVIEW SERVICE

Ensure fairness, compliance, and cost-efficiency in your employee allowances.

Service Summary

What We Do
Audit & Benchmark

Comprehensive review and benchmarking of employee allowances against industry standards

Compliance Alignment

Ensure full alignment with Fair Work and ATO requirements

Strategic Optimization

Optimize for cost efficiency, fairness, and Employee Value Proposition

Why It Matters
Avoid Legal Risk

Mitigate compliance risks and potential legal issues through proper allowance management

Eliminate Inequity

Create fair and transparent allowance structures across all employee levels

Modern Work Alignment

Adapt to contemporary work models including remote work and FIFO arrangements

Allowances Reviewed

On-Call Allowance

Compensation for standby availability

Tool of Trade (TOT)

Equipment and tool provisions

Car / Vehicle Allowance

Vehicle usage and maintenance costs

Mobile / Communications

Phone and communication expenses

Housing / LAFHA

Living away from home allowances

Meal & Uniform

Meal and clothing allowances

Remote Work

Home office and remote work support

Location/Site-Based

Site-specific and location allowances

Our Review Framework

Step 1

Diagnostic Audit

Comprehensive analysis of current systems, processes, and performance metrics to identify gaps and opportunities

Step 2

Market Benchmarking

Compare performance against industry standards and best practices to establish competitive positioning

Step 3

Policy & Compliance Review

Evaluate regulatory requirements, compliance status, and policy alignment with business objectives

Step 4

Cost & Impact Modelling

Quantify financial implications and project ROI for proposed changes and strategic initiatives

Step 5

Design & Recommendations

Develop tailored solutions and actionable roadmap for implementation and continuous improvement

Outcomes & Value

Fair and Modernised Policies

Updated frameworks that reflect current best practices and ensure equitable treatment across all stakeholders.

Reduced Compliance and FBT Risks

Minimized regulatory exposure through proactive risk management and streamlined compliance processes.

Stronger EVP

Enhanced Employee Value Proposition that attracts top talent and improves retention rates.

Cost-effective Structure

Optimized operational framework that maximizes efficiency while reducing unnecessary expenditures.

Increased Transparency

Clear communication channels and open processes that build trust and accountability throughout the organization.

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