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Completing tax returns

Once all the data is entered into the tax return, follow the workflow below to complete and lodge the return.

Tax return workflow

Tax returns and activity statements are grouped by different statuses:

Status

Description

Not started

Tax returns/Activity statement that has been created but you haven't started working on it.

Non-lodgable

This status only applies to a non-lodgable BAS (it's locked so you can't edit it). You don't need to lodge these forms unless you're varying the ATO calculated installments.

In progress

You're working on the activity statement or tax return.

In review

Your work is being reviewed, either by a manager or a partner. When finished, approve the form to update the status to Ready for client review.

Ready for client review

A manager or partner has approved the form. It's now locked and ready to send to the client.

Pending client signature

You've asked the client to review and digitally or physically sign the form, and are waiting for them to approve it.

Rejected by client

The client rejected the form. Click the link to find out more in the client task details.

Ready to lodge

The client signed and approved the form, and it's ready to lodge.

Processing lodgment

You've lodged the form to the ATO and we're waiting for a response. No action required.

Rejected

The ATO rejected the form. Check the rejection code and fix the data. Re-validate and lodge the form.

Failed to load

The ATO pre-fill failed and we can’t load the form.

Lodged

Successfully lodged to the ATO.