Annature launches ASIC Payments for accounting firms

Core Insights - Annature has launched ASIC Payments, a new product aimed at accounting firms, as part of its expanding Payments suite [1][4] - The product processed over $150,000 in real transactions during a two-month beta phase and is now available to all firms using Annature for corporate compliance [1][3] - The solution addresses bottlenecks in the annual statement procedure for corporate service providers and accounting firms [1] Product Features - ASIC Payments integrates payment collection into the digital signing process, allowing company directors to sign solvency resolutions and make ASIC payments in one step [2] - The payments are settled directly with ASIC, eliminating the need for BPAY, trust accounts, or reminders [2] - The product is built on the same infrastructure as Annature's eSigning and identity verification platforms, accessible via dashboard and API [3] Strategic Vision - Annature's CEO emphasized that the launch is part of a broader roadmap for payments, aiming to simplify client-authorized transactions and reduce compliance burdens [4] - The company envisions making transactions simple, compliant, and integrated into existing professional tools [4]