Mark Chapman: Director of Tax Communications at H&R Block Australia

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With over 30 years of experience as a tax professional in both the UK and Australia, Mark Chapman has established himself as a leading expert in taxation for individuals and small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Currently serving as the Director of Tax Communications at H&R Block Australia, Mark has been with the company since 2015, where he plays a pivotal role in shaping and delivering tax advice across various media channels.

Mark’s expertise is frequently sought by national media outlets. He is a regular columnist for Money Magazine and Yahoo7 Finance, and contributes tax insights to The Australian Financial Review, The Daily Telegraph, The Age, and Business Spectator. His media presence extends to radio and television, where he provides expert commentary on current tax issues. His deep knowledge also sees him regularly presenting at seminars and conferences on a range of topical tax matters.

Before joining H&R Block, Mark spent over 20 years as a tax adviser, operating his own private practice and working in senior tax roles in the UK. In 2007, he relocated to Australia and joined the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) as a Senior Director, where he gained valuable experience in Australian taxation.

Mark holds numerous prestigious qualifications, including being a Fellow of the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales, CPA Australia, and a member of the Chartered Institute of Taxation. He also holds a Master of Taxation Law from the University of New South Wales.

As an accomplished author, Mark has published Life and Taxes: A Look at Life Through Tax (Wolters Kluwer CCH, 2017) and has written the Australian Practical Tax Examples series from 2019 to 2024. His extensive writing and media contributions reflect his commitment to making tax matters accessible and understandable for all.
 

Join Mark in our upcoming webinars for small business owners and ride-share drivers

Webinar 1: Driving Profits: Tax Essentials for Taxi & Ride-Share Drivers
This webinar is designed to help both new and experienced taxi and ride-share drivers learn about their specific tax rules and strategies for maximising deductions and minimising taxes.

  • Date: 17th October 2024
  • Time: 12:00PM – 12:45PM AEDT
  • Q&A: We'll allocate 15 minutes for Q&A.
  • Cost: FREE
  • Click here to register now

Webinar 2: Essential Tax Insights for Small Business Success
This webinar is designed to help sole traders and small business owners understand and manage taxes more easily, offering practical financial advice for both experienced and new entrepreneurs.
  • Date: 18th October 2024
  • Time: 12:00PM – 12:45PM AEDT
  • Q&A: We'll allocate 15 minutes for Q&A.
  • Speaker: Mark Chapman, Director of Tax Communications, H&R Block Australia
  • Cost: FREE
  • Click here to register now
 

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