Accountant and bookkeeper resources
Resources to help you run your accounting or bookkeeping practice.
Latest resources
A collection of our most recent guides for your practice.
How accountants and bookkeepers add value to their clients
Practical ways to demonstrate your worth and strengthen client relationships at every stage.
How to help clients move to cloud accounting
A practical guide to transitioning your clients from desktop to cloud accounting software.
How to advise clients on invoice financing for cash flow
How invoice financing helps your clients access working capital and manage cash flow.
How your accounting and bookkeeping practice can leverage AI
We explore how accountants and bookkeepers can leverage AI to provide better services and value to their clients.
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Running your practice
Value-based pricing for accounting firms: how to move beyond hourly billing
Value-based pricing helps your firm earn more by pricing on outcomes, not hours worked.
10 best practices for document management in accounting
Practical ways to organise, secure, and streamline documents across your accounting practice.
How to automate accounts payable for your clients
Set up AP automation to save your clients time, reduce errors, and grow your advisory revenue.
Growing your client base
What is carbon accounting? An introduction to helping your clients go green
Accountants and bookkeepers can play a key role in lowering emissions. Find out how.
How to maximise your accounting software ROI
Get more from your practice's software with smarter adoption, automation, and advisory strategies.
Client satisfaction metrics for accountants and bookkeepers
Track and improve client satisfaction with proven metrics for your practice.
Navigating the rules and regulations
Fraud prevention tips for your small business clients
Help your clients protect their business from fraud with practical prevention strategies.
International accounting standards: a guide for Australian accountants
Learn how IFRS applies in Australia and how to support clients with international reporting standards.
Changes to filing requirements for company accounts
We explore the changes to filing requirements for company accounts, including who it affects, and how to comply.
Minimising risk and maximising security
How to improve cybersecurity in your practice
This guide outlines how to create a cybersecurity plan for your practice.
How to use Xero to simplify compliance and improve practice efficiency in Australia
How Xero tools and integrations help Australian practices streamline compliance and boost efficiency.
The impact of blockchain technology on the accounting industry
We explore how blockchain affects accounting and what the future of blockchain and accounting could look like.
Getting paid & managing cashflow
How to ease the payroll burden for clients with one simple system
Managing employee pay and deductions is simple with Xero Payroll – because everything you need is in one place.
How to choose the right payroll software for accountants in Australia
A practical guide to evaluating payroll software for your accounting practice
Faster, easier payments: New features in Xero
Discover how our accounting software is evolving with payment features including Buy Now Pay Later and eInvoicing.
Mastering accounting tech
How to help clients move to cloud accounting
A practical guide to transitioning your clients from desktop to cloud accounting software.
CRM for accountants: how to strengthen client relationships and grow your practice
How CRM software helps accounting practices build stronger client relationships and drive growth.
How AI in accounting is reshaping the way practices work
How AI tools are transforming accounting practices, from automation to advisory.
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Resources for your clients
Guides and articles to help your clients manage their finances and grow their businesses.
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Payment guides
Automated AP, online payment gateways, cloud payroll services, and payroll profitability for accounting firms.
Money guides
Financial strategies, profitability, and practice valuation for accounting firms.
Planning & performance guides
Firm performance evaluation, future-proofing, practice growth, succession planning and more.
Leadership guides
Leadership, fraud prevention, remote hiring, and client management for accounting firms.
Bookkeeping and accounting guides
Explore advanced accounting, client technology, and strategic business applications.
Marketing guides
Marketing strategies: pricing, niche focus, client acquisition, and digital promotion for accounting firms.
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