Special articles relevant to current issues and challenges for accounting firms
For too long, many SMEs have viewed their accountants as “just the tax person.” At ESS BIZTOOLS, we set out to change that perception. When developing our product packages, we focused on helping accountants, bookkeepers, and advisors expand their service offering to...
In Australia, the term "complex audit" often conjures images of large corporations, public listed companies, banks, and insurers. While these entities indeed face considerable audit complexities, it's essential to recognise that complexity in audits isn't limited to...
In today’s increasingly complex financial landscape, clients need more than just tax minimisation and compliance—they need strategic, holistic advice. And few professionals are better placed to provide that guidance than accountants. Yet when it comes to one of the...
The difference between good and great client relationships often comes down to how you manage the details. In professional services, every proposal, approval, and payment is an opportunity to prove your reliability. When those details are handled with care, you build...
Introduction The audit profession in Australia is undergoing a significant transformation. Traditionally, audits have been retrospective, focusing on financial statements and transactions that occurred months, if not years, before the audit process begins. However, as...
In recent times, Australia found itself a target for cyberattacks. Clearly some of our biggest brands are underprepared, but more alarming is that SME businesses are 3 x more likely to be targeted by cybercriminals. Download our free ebook and discover: The five data...
The Rising Threat of AI to ATO Document Security in Accounting Firms In today’s digital-first world, artificial intelligence is transforming the accounting industry — but not without risk. While AI streamlines processes and boosts productivity, it also amplifies...
