career development

​It’s no secret that accounting roles are changing. Thanks to artificial intelligence, about 92% of jobs will likely evolve drastically in the years ahead. With automated tools now handling millions of tasks, from data analysis to customer service, the duties left behind for human workers are shifting, prompting a demand for brand-new soft and technical skills. By 2030, aro...

​One of the biggest questions keeping accounting professionals up at night this year is: “Do I chase growth and new opportunities, or hold onto stability?” There’s no easy answer. Many people feel stuck between the urge to level up their career and the need to feel more secure. Australia is dealing with critical skill shortages. As of 2025, over 90% of accounting firms repo...

​Understanding the accounting job market this year feels complex. People are fighting for roles against countless candidates and competing against increasingly sophisticated AI bots. You might find yourself grappling with applications that ask you to prove that you’re “digitally literate”, agile, or innovative. If you can’t decode what employers are looking for, your applic...

​Mentoring programs are becoming increasingly commonplace within the world's most successful companies. One report found that up to 98% of US Fortune 500 companies use mentoring programs. It's easy to see the appeal of these programs for employers. Mentoring can improve employee engagement and retention rates, enhance knowledge transfer throughout an organisation, and redu...

​In many accounting careers, who you know can be as important as what you know. The relationships you forge with other industry experts, colleagues, and managers can help you access roles and opportunities you'd never encountered. What's more, effective networking allows you to learn from other thought leaders and industry experts. In an accounting industry that's constantl...

​Motivation is essential to career success. The more motivated you feel in your accounting role, the more likely you are to unlock superior levels of productivity and efficiency. Plus, highly motivated employees are generally more satisfied and fulfilled by their roles. However, motivation can be difficult to maintain as accounting roles grow more challenging and complex. W...

​Even in a world where the majority of employers now use social media as part of their hiring process, the resume is still one of the most important tools any candidate has. It is the first thing most employers will look at before even thinking about inviting someone to an interview. It’s also your best chance to immediately introduce your accounting education and experienc...