Tax Deductions for Checkout Operators

August 3, 2021

Best Tax Deductions to Claim for Checkout Operators

Checkout Operators operate cash registers, receive payments from customers, issue receipts, and return change.

Employment Profile

  • Average weekly pay: $947.60
  • Employment size: 141,540
  • Future growth: Stable
  • Skill level: High School or Certificate I

Typical tax deductions include:

  • Motor vehicle travel between two workplaces, or two jobs, or to attend training.
  • Phone and internet – work %.
  • Overtime meal expenses – if paid an overtime meal allowance under an award or industrial agreement.
  • Compulsory work uniforms branded with the employers logo.
  • Training courses.
  • Cost of making up till shortages.
  • Self-education expenses related to current income earning activities.
  • Home office running expenses.
  • Union fees, licences, registrations and subscriptions.

Non-deductible expenses:

  • Grooming including hairdressing, cosmetics, hair and skin care products.
  • Conventional clothing (even if the employer makes it compulsory).

Tax Strategies we can assist you with.

  • Overtime meal expenses
  • Self-education expenses
  • Compulsory work uniform
  • Union fees, licences, registrations and subscriptions
  • Phone and internet
  • Motor vehicle expenses: cents per km method
  • Home office running expenses

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