Resources for your firm
Practical solutions, plus emerging industry trends and topics.

Fair Work Commission Grants Unfair Dismissal Access to Offshore Employee Fired by Text
Key Takeaways Where a contract is formed matters as much as where an employee lives. If your employment agreement was received in Australia, the Fair Work Act may apply. A performance warning needs to actually warn. If an employee’s job is on the line, communicate that clearly in writing and keep that paper trail. A termination clause in an employee agreement doesn’t override due process. Employees must be given ample opportunities to respond before any decision is made. A bad

Fair Work Commission Grants Unfair Dismissal Access to Offshore Employee Fired by Text
Key Takeaways Where a contract is formed matters as much as where an employee lives. If your employment agreement was received in Australia, the Fair

How to Conduct Effective Performance Reviews for Accounting Teams
Apply these 5 tips for giving great performance reviews to inspire strong performers to stay with your accounting business. “Strategy without action is a daydream.” Accounting business leaders who keep getting better at giving feedback will see their strategy executed and their business flourish

8 Best Accounting Practice Management Software for Accounting Firms in 2025
Key Takeaways Practice management software is essential for modern accounting firms—it centralises tasks, client communication, documents, and deadlines into one

How Offshore Accounting Fast-Tracks Local Career Growth
In his appearance on the “Big 4 Transparency Podcast” in May, our founder, Nick Sinclair, argued that offshore accounting accelerates
Tax Preparation Outsourcing: Why Your Firm Needs It Right Now
Key Takeaways Tax preparation outsourcing is when an accounting firm hires an outside provider to handle tax return preparation, tax

Why are Soft Skills Important in a Modern Accounting Firm?
It may come as a surprise that the term “soft skills” has its roots in the military—a psychologist named Dr.

ANZ Tax Rates Guide for Accountants: Your Central Hub for Smarter Planning and Annual Tax Updates
Introduction Tax rates or ‘tax brackets’ are a fundamental component of Australia and New Zealand’s tax system, directly influencing the

Accounting Conferences by Year: Your Guide to Top Events in the Industry
Introduction An accounting conference offers an unparalleled opportunity for your career, allowing you to stay ahead in business. Designed to

Client Accounting Services: What It Is and Why It Matters to Accounting Firms
Key Takeaways CAS is the fastest-growing service line in the accounting profession today, transforming compliance-focused revenue into predictable, year-round income

Employer of Record Philippines: Hiring Filipino Accounting Talent Without the Hassle
Key Takeaways The Philippines gives accounting firms access to English-proficient talent trained in international accounting standards and proximity to fast-growing
