Tax deductions for clerks

Clerks perform a range of clerical and administrative tasks.

Employment Profile

Average weekly pay:     $1,000
Employment size:          350,600  
Future growth:               Strong   
Skill level                        Certificate II or III

Typical tax deductions include:

• Motor vehicle travel between offices and attending training courses. 
• Phone and internet – work %.   
• Handbags, briefcases, and satchels.  
• Professional seminars, courses, conferences and workshops. 
• Reference books, technical journals and trade magazines.  
• Self-education courses related to the current job. 
• Home office running expenses. 
• Union fees, licences, registrations and professional membership subscriptions.
• Compulsory work uniform branded with the employers logo.
• Overnight travel expenses visiting clients, attending training, or attending different workplaces.

Non-deductible expenses:

• Cost of business lunches – even if discussing business matters.

Tax Strategies we can assist you with.

Self education expenses
Computers, tools, equipment and other assets
Compulsory work uniform
Union fees, licences, registrations and subscriptions
Phone and internet
Motor vehicle expenses: cents per km method
Home office running expenses
Handbags, briefcases and satchels
Overnight travel expenses