Jade Audit Services
Privacy Policy
Who we are
Our website address is: https://jadeaudit.com.au
Jade Audit Services Pty Ltd Privacy Policy
Jade Audit Services Pty Ltd (Jade Audit Services) is committed to protecting the privacy of personal information obtained through its operations as a professional services firm. Jade Audit Services is bound by the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) (Privacy Act), including the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs), and any relevant privacy code registered under the Privacy Act.
Jade Audit Services may modify this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect its current privacy practices.
What personal information we collect and why we collect it
Jade Audit Services will only collect personal information which you have voluntarily provided to us, or consented to us collecting. The type of personal information we may collect from you includes (but is not limited to):
- names, job titles, contact and address details;
- information in identification documents (for example: passport or driver’s licence);
- tax file numbers and other government-issued identification numbers;
- date of birth and gender;
- bank account details, shareholdings and details of investments;
- details of superannuation and insurance arrangements;
- educational qualifications, employment history, salary and referee reports;
- visa or work permit status;
- your Internet Protocol (IP) address;
- payment details; and
- personal information about your spouse and dependants.
We may collect personal information about you in a variety of ways, for example:
- when you visit or use our website;
- when you retain our services;
- when you contact us, for example by email, text message or telephone;
- when you send information to Jade Audit Services; and
- from third party entities, such as law enforcement agencies and other government or regulatory bodies.
Jade Audit Services will use your personal information for the purpose of providing you with the service(s) agreed under our engagement, such as auditing or assurance services.
Additionally we may use your personal information:
- to provide professional services;
- to provide technology services and solutions;
- to respond to requests or queries;
- to maintain contact with our clients and other contacts (including alumni);
- to keep our clients and other contacts informed of our services and industry developments;
- to notify of seminars and other events;
- for administrative purposes;
- for recruitment purposes;
- for purposes relating to the employment of our personnel, providing internal services or benefits to our proprietor and staff and for matters relating to the business;
- when engaging service providers, contractors or suppliers relating to the operation of our business;
- to manage any conflict of interest or independence (including auditor independence) obligations or situations;
- to conduct surveys;
- for seeking your feedback;
- to meet any regulatory obligations;
- as part of an actual (or proposed) acquisition, disposition, merger or de-merger of a business or entering into an alliance, joint venture or referral arrangement; or
- for any other business related purposes.
From time to time, you may be able to visit our website or deal with us anonymously or by pseudonym. However, we require certain personal information to be able to provide you with the services and information you request. If you do not provide us with certain personal information, we may not be able to provide you with access to those services or respond to your request.
How do we hold personal information?
Jade Audit Services hold personal information in hard copy and electronic formats. We take security measures to protect the personal information we hold including physical (for example, storage of files in lockable cabinets) and technology (for example, restriction of access, firewalls, the use of encryption, passwords and digital certificates) security measures. We also have document retention policies and processes.
How do we use personal information ?
Jade Audit Services will use your personal information for the purpose of providing you with the service(s) agreed under our engagement, such as auditing or assurance services.
Additionally we may use your personal information to:
- administer this website;
- enable your access to and use of the website services;
- send you statements and invoices;
- collect payments from you; and
- send you marketing communications.
How do we disclose your personal information?
Your personal information will only be disclosed to the employees of Jade Audit Services. Depending on the nature of the engagement, we may need to disclose your personal information to third parties which may include service and content providers (for example your accounting service provider).
In addition to the disclosures reasonably necessary for the purposes identified elsewhere above, Jade Audit Services may disclose your personal information to the extent that it is required to do so by law, in connection with any legal proceedings or prospective legal proceedings, and in order to establish, exercise or defend its legal rights.
Keeping Personal Information Current
If you believe that any personal information Jade Audit Services has collected about you is inaccurate, not up-to-date, incomplete, irrelevant or misleading, you may request correction. To do so, please contact Jade Audit Services and we will take reasonable steps to correct it in accordance with the requirements of the Privacy Act.
Securing your data
Jade Audit Services takes your privacy and the privacy of its associated entities and their clients very seriously. We will take reasonable technical and organisational precautions to prevent the loss, misuse or alteration of your personal information. We will also de-identify and destroy your personal information we hold once our legal obligations cease.
However, please note that the transmission of data over the Internet is never guaranteed to be completely secure. It is possible that third parties not under the control of Jade Audit Services may be able to access or intercept transmissions or private communications without Jade Audit Services permission or knowledge. Jade Audit Services takes all reasonable steps, in the circumstances, to protect your personal information. However, we cannot ensure or warrant the security of any information you transmit to us. Such transmissions are done at your own risk.
Cross border disclosure
Personal information that you submit for publication on the website will be published on the internet and may be available around the world.
You agree to such cross-border transfers of personal information.
Cookies
If you leave a comment on our site you may opt-in to saving your name, email address and website in cookies. These are for your convenience so that you do not have to fill in your details again when you leave another comment. These cookies will last for one year.
Embedded content from other websites
Articles on this site may include embedded content (e.g. videos, images, articles, etc.). Embedded content from other websites behaves in the exact same way as if the visitor has visited the other website.
These websites may collect data about you, use cookies, embed additional third-party tracking, and monitor your interaction with that embedded content, including tracking your interaction with the embedded content if you have an account and are logged in to that website.
Links to third party websites
Jade Audit Services website may contain links to third parties’ websites. Those other websites are not subject to our privacy policy and procedures. You will need to review those websites to view a copy of the relevant privacy policy.
Children
We understand the importance of protecting children’s privacy, especially in an online environment. In particular, our websites are not intentionally designed for or directed at children under the age of 13. It is our policy to never knowingly collect or maintain information about anyone under the age of 13, except as part of a specific engagement to provide professional services which necessitates such personal information be collected.
Complaints resolution
Jade Audit Services is committed to providing a fair and responsible system for the handling of complaints from parties whose personal information we hold. If you wish to make a complaint to Jade Audit Services about our handling of your personal information, you can contact us an e-mail at info@jadeaudit.com.au. We will address any concerns you have through our complaints handling process and we will inform you of the outcome of your complaint within a reasonable timeframe.
In some circumstances, Jade Audit Services may decline to investigate the complaint (for example if the complaint relates to an act or practice that is not an interference with the privacy of the person making the complaint).
If you are not satisfied with the outcome of your complaint, you can refer your complaint to the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner.
Your choices
By using this website, you signify your understanding and agreement to comply with all terms and conditions and confirm your acceptance of the terms of this privacy policy and consent to the use of your personal information as set out in this privacy policy.
If you do not agree with the terms of this Privacy Policy, please do not use the website.
Changes to Our Privacy Policy
Our Privacy Policy may be updated when necessary. An updated version will be posted on our website. We encourage you to check online to ensure you are up to date with the latest Jade Audit Services Privacy Policy.
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