What is happening across the accounting profession: industry moves, regulation and the software firms run on, with what each one means for a firm.
Updated 3 October 2026
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The Tax Institute's recent agreement to join the IPA Group marks a significant development for Australian accountants, maintaining its distinct identity while enhancing member services.
Xero's new initiative, Xero For Good: Financial fitness, aims to enhance financial literacy among Australian small businesses by offering free resources and mentorship from accountants.
Xero used Xerocon London to announce auto bank reconciliation, an AI agent builder, a mid-market tier and a stack of JAX features — most of them tagged "coming soon". We've sorted the announcements that will change your…
The Ignition MCP server lets Claude, ChatGPT and other MCP-compatible assistants read and change your Ignition account in plain English, and as at September 2026 it is on every plan at no extra cost. This covers what it…
Accountants design the structures that decide who controls wealth. How ideal-client filters, well-meant advice and ownership without control hold women back, and what to change.
The Crunch 2026 is Australia’s annual benchmark report for accounting firms. It provides data on AI adoption, pricing, and productivity to help practices stop guessing and start making evidence-based decisions.
Agent representation has quietly become a high-risk, unpaid burden for accounting firms. As regulatory demands grow, firms are absorbing more work, risk, and stress without pricing it properly, making current compliance…
This article breaks down the BAS agent and tax agent pathways for overseas-qualified accountants, explaining the differences in scope, risk, and timing, and why many firms recommend BAS registration first to build…
The introduction of PayDay Super aims to enhance superannuation compliance by mandating that contributions be made on payday. However, many payroll systems expose critical vulnerabilities by relying on a single…
The 2025 AFR Top 100 shows the Big Four shrinking while mid-tier firms such as BDO and RSM grow, and what it says about AI, mergers, capacity and advisory.
The traditional model of partner buy-ins is losing traction among young accountants, who prioritize flexibility and career growth over ownership stakes. As firms adapt, innovative pathways for leadership development are…
Tyler Caskey of Bean Counters posts 40 helpful pieces for every promotional one and still wins million-dollar clients on LinkedIn. How his value-first approach works.
Intuit’s Jared Brintz on putting AI to work in a small practice: an eight-step prompt framework, four demos you can copy, and what to do with the hours it frees up.
In the accounting profession, the expectation of 24/7 availability is becoming a troubling norm, often leading to stress and burnout among practitioners. This article explores how this "availability creep" can be…
Charging a percentage of a tax refund may seem appealing, but it can undermine trust and conflict with ethical guidelines set by industry bodies. This article explores the risks of this pricing model, including…
The ongoing conflict between bookkeepers and accountants is not just an internal issue but one that directly impacts clients who suffer from confusion and delays. As both sides continue to argue over roles and…
Rachel Harris of StriveX and Accountant She pays her marketing team to fail fast. Why, how she measures it without vanity metrics, and how to build the same habit in your firm.
AI is revolutionising the accounting profession, enabling firms to automate tedious tasks like data entry and report generation. By embracing AI, accountants can focus on higher-value work, enhance client relationships,…
Individual tax returns (ITRs) can stifle your accounting practice, leading to burnout and low profitability. This article highlights how shifting focus from ITRs to higher-value clients can revitalise your business,…
Natalie Lennon, founder of Two Sides Accounting, showcases how TikTok can transform accountants' branding and client engagement. By sharing authentic, educational content, she attracts ideal clients and generates…
Navigating the intersection of Excel and AI can be challenging for accountants, often leading to inaccuracies and misinterpretations. This article reveals effective strategies to enhance AI's utility in managing…
Accountants in Australia are facing an overwhelming surge of spam outreach, particularly during the busy month of June. This article explores the reasons behind this marketing onslaught and offers practical strategies…
A recent case involving an Australian small business owner highlights alarming accountability issues within the ATO, which wrongfully jailed him based on shifting tax advice. This situation underscores the urgent need…
The gender gap in tax agent registration reveals significant disparities in the accounting profession, with a 70:30 male-to-female ratio among tax agents contrasted by an 86:14 ratio for BAS agents.
Over 60 accountants debated whether a CA, CPA or IPA membership still earns its fee. Many said CPD feels like a tick-box and advocacy is quiet. Leaving can cost you the limited liability scheme, audit and assurance work…
Owners in a private Australian practitioner group shared their hourly rates and individual tax return fees for 2025. What the figures suggest as a guide, and what holds firms back.
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