Privacy Policy

Michael Jolley FCPA
Last updated: June 2026


Michael Jolley FCPA (“we”, “us” or “our”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information in accordance with the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) and the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs).

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal information when you visit our website (www.mjolley.com.au) (www.mjolley.com.au), contact us, or engage our accounting, taxation, or company secretarial services.


1. Who We Are

We are a professional accounting and tax practice operated by Michael Jolley FCPA, a Fellow of CPA Australia and a Registered Tax Agent, based in Bundoora, Victoria. We provide accounting, taxation, bookkeeping, business advisory, and company secretarial services to individuals and businesses.

2. Personal Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of personal information:

  • Contact information: Name, email address, phone number, and business name
  • Business and financial information: Details about your business, financial records, tax information, and other information necessary to provide our services
  • Identification information: As required for tax agent services and compliance with anti-money laundering laws
  • Website usage information: Information collected through cookies and analytics (see section 8)

3. How We Collect Personal Information

We collect personal information in the following ways:

  • Directly from you when you submit our contact form, email us, or speak with us
  • When you engage us to provide accounting or tax services
  • From third parties (with your consent or as authorised by law), such as your previous accountant or financial institutions
  • Automatically through our website (cookies and analytics tools)

4. Why We Collect Personal Information

We collect personal information to:

  • Respond to your enquiries and provide quotations
  • Provide accounting, taxation, bookkeeping, and company secretarial services
  • Comply with our legal and professional obligations as a Registered Tax Agent and CPA
  • Communicate with you about our services
  • Improve our website and services

5. How We Use and Disclose Your Personal Information

We use and disclose your personal information only for the purposes outlined above, or as required or authorised by law.

We may disclose your personal information to:

  • The Australian Taxation Office (ATO), ASIC, and other government agencies as required
  • Our professional advisors and service providers (e.g. cloud accounting software providers such as Xero or MYOB, IT support, and secure document storage providers)
  • Other parties with your consent or where legally required

We do not sell your personal information to third parties.

6. Data Security

We take reasonable steps to protect your personal information from misuse, loss, unauthorised access, modification, or disclosure. This includes secure storage systems, access controls, and regular security reviews.

While we take all reasonable precautions, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security of your information.

7. Access and Correction

You have the right to request access to the personal information we hold about you and to request corrections if the information is inaccurate, out of date, or incomplete.

To make a request, please contact us using the details below. We will respond to your request within a reasonable time and may charge a reasonable fee for providing access in some circumstances.

8. Cookies and Website Analytics

Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to improve your experience and analyse website traffic. You can adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies, although this may affect your experience on our site.

We may use third-party analytics services (such as Google Analytics). These services collect anonymous information about your visit.

9. Complaints

If you have a complaint about how we have handled your personal information, please contact us in the first instance using the details below. We will investigate your complaint and respond within a reasonable time.

If you are not satisfied with our response, you may lodge a complaint with the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC) at www.oaic.gov.au.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last updated” date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your personal information, please contact:

Michael Jolley FCPA
Email: mike@mjolley.com.au
Phone: 0418 321 985
Location: MacLeod, Victoria