'State of the industry' report, AU 2023

Uncover the challenges and opportunities ahead for your practice with a snapshot of today’s advisory world.

The advisors leading the industry forward.

The future holds huge potential for advisors

Here are some key findings from our survey of more than 550 independent accountants and bookkeepers across Australia.

Small businesses need your support

Many (79%) firms claim some or most of their clients leant on them more in the past six months than during COVID-19.

Hybrid work is the new norm

The majority (83%) of all practices have adopted some form of hybrid or remote work since the pandemic.

Economic pressure calls for change

Nearly half (45%) of all firms expect they’ll need to increase service fees in response to inflationary pressures.

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