This show was recorded in mid February but thanks to Dave being busy getting the ChangeGPS new TaxPlan Advanced product ready we had a delay getting it out. Oh how we long for the days 6 years ago when we'd record and publish in a 2 minute workflow.    Before we begin.....To The Xero's...https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:7039489285565161472/  Best A very simple explanation about why we don’t know what to do in the current Australian Economy Australians head for their first endogenous shock in 30 years - MacroBusiness   Tips for Xero Roadshow for exhibitors and why we need an active ecosystem Xero Roadshow Playbook | App Partner Edition (letsjourney.com.au)   Worst Dext are determined to reinvent an accounting role Pre-Accounting: Why Small Businesses Can’t Ignore It - Dext Blog Death of the Accountants Exemption Michelle Levy advice review: Labor to ‘stress-test’ plan to overhaul financial advice (afr.com)   Xero State of the Union Report Take Aways Dave Surprised how popular mergers are in shifts in practice structure is 40% of practices offer employee benefits 40% dev and training, 33% track employee wellbeing, if you aren't happy leave….we don’t need to constantly berate the business model of accounting firms, enough firms are progressive to give staff choice and it's the laggards loss.  Only 19% are home office only, that convo is dead, move on  Paul Bookkeepers don’t equal accountants in any sense of practice but the report, like so many other strip both of their individual identities and can get the conclusion wrong More services doesn’t mean more service Surveys are always an issue   Dave's not so new Trench  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

While the entire world changes in response to war, inflation, the Covid Era work habits that are sticking round and Jim Chalmers attempt to alter the course of capitalism, our pertinacious host Paul Meissner proudly declares that TECH WILL NOT CHANGE (even though he knows ChangeGPS will drop 3 new products this year)! Before we dive in, a huge thank you to our episode sponsors 'Access Offshoring'. Are you struggling to find quality staff in your firm? Speak to the team at Access Offshoring. They specialise in finding quality talent in the Phillipines, trained on Australian tax law. They can help you improve your margins, unlock your capacity and get your firm back on track.  Tax will Change Blue collar workers won't get the same ATO treatment as white collars The year of the micro business as COSBOA gets the chance to stop pandering to unions  The year of return to employment for failing micro businesses  Conference Schedule overload  Post Conference marketing to accountants to be .... reduced? NAH! The voice of accountants gets organised to have impact for small business and themselves Professional bodies make an effort to improve, hopefully  There has to be a growth in offshoring  Conference Content maintains its repetition  Accountants look after themselves!! This show is proudly sponsored by Access Offshoring and ChangeGPSSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We are brought to you by ChangeGPS LIVE FROM BRISBANE https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/changegps-live-from-brisbane-tickets-460588100407  Best on Ground Trenches Award Finalists https://awards.fromthetrenches.com.au/  GET YOUR TICKETS NOW and enjoy some early bird pricing  Could the real CAANZ Members please stand up? YES!!!!! https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:6995548683614253056/  Work from Home For Ever is done  https://twitter.com/ShaanVP/status/1588589924072443904  Sensationalist Click Bait our way https://www.bloomberg.com/opinion/articles/2022-11-01/the-accountant-shortage-threatens-capitalism-s-future  Conor Clune published a paper on the governance of professional accounting bodies and he's coming on trenches https://www.emerald.com/insight/content/doi/10.1108/AAAJ-08-2020-4756/full/html  Xero small business insights is finally getting the recognition it deserves https://www.linkedin.com/posts/louise-southall-2038b6157_policymaking-at-the-reserve-bank-speeches-activity-6988004559528861697-0YO0/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_android  Great engagement from Tax Institute to a member concern https://twitter.com/austaxter/status/1582505298010382337  RIP Simple Fund Desktop https://www.bglcorp.com/2022/09/19/simple-fund-desktop-end-of-product-life-date-set/?utm_medium=email&utm_source=rasa_io&utm_campaign=newsletter  Worst on Ground Early proof quality of work is declining due to staff shortage crisis https://www.afr.com/companies/professional-services/deloitte-calls-crisis-meeting-blames-staff-turnover-for-poor-audit-results-20221025-p5bsn8  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today's CAANZ AGM was a "Sales Pitch" According to 25 year member Thomas O'Brien.  Thom asked a question at the AGM, he got a response but doesn't feel he got an answer, in fact he doesn't feel heard at all.  In this episode Thom gives his time to share his experience of trying to be heard by CAANZ during an AGM where CAANZ stated they were listening multiple times.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This is one of the hardest episodes we've recorded. Both David and Paul have such pride in achieving our CA designations, the quality of the CA program and the effort it took to complete the program. We feel that the current CAANZ doesn't represent the needs, interests or wants of public practice members and the board asking for votes at the AGM for a 15.8% payrise has understandably upset members. Many members believe this is unwarranted and want to do something about it. CAANZ Board Assessment Process David and Paul have discussed their views on CAANZ's strategy and values with a public practice lens and we believe the pay rise isn't warranted.  To be fair to the board, our plucky hosts have reviewed CAANZ strategy and assessed each pillar based on their own opinions.  Get the CAANZ Strategy here https://www.charteredaccountantsanz.com/about-us/what-we-do/vision-and-strategy    Why bother? If all accountants do is complain amongst ourselves, and ignore opportunities for impact, we will eventually be pushed aside and taper off into further anger and frustration.  We encourage you to do the same prior to casting your vote. We are not campaigning a no vote, we are campaigning for you participate.  We encourage members in public practice to make their own decision, but if you have a view, don't leave it to other voices to drown you out, vote.  Next StepsMembers will have received an email entitled "Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand 2022 Annual General Meeting"There is a link to register your proxy with a no vote and assign it to the president to table at the AGM. This email also contains your Unique Identification Number (UIN) that you'll need to register your vote.While members who feel the organisation is being mismanaged can't do a lot to be heard, we CAN do this.This isn't a call for resignations or mutiny, it's simply another attempt by members with real passion for the industry and pride in our designation to be heard.    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Australian Accounting Industry Awards looks to celebrate hard-working accountants, bookkeepers, and leaders of the industry for 2022. Hailed as the Brownlow medal night for the accounting industry. These awards highlight the efforts and grit of our public practitioner community during arguably one of the toughest periods of their career.​​​​ Join us in Sydney, in late November, for a gala dinner for the ages. Strictly limited places, be sure to RSVP when tickets become available. Nominate yourself or a friend here https://awards.fromthetrenches.com.au/    The Australian Accounting Industry Awards are brought to you by Weel ChangeGPS Dext Content Snare Access Offshoring Aider Lightyear Australian Bookkeepers Network Everperform and The institute of Certified Bookkeepers    Our Awesome media partners are Accountex SYDNEY 2023 and XU Magazine   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When Xero goes down does CTO Mark Rees get a red alert alarm in the middle of the night? Is it red flashing lights and blaring alarms?    Listen to find out as Paul Meissner goes 1:1 with Mark Rees at Xerocon      See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There are so many new payment apps now.  Some of them are payments but cheaper and other build great workflows to solve business problems you currently have.  And there is a ton of work being done to help banks understand Xero data.  And the person overseeing this strategy is Xero's Leigh O'Neill.    Check out our other Xerocon Interviews. 4 Minutes and 31 Seconds with Jo Lyons @Xerocon https://omny.fm/shows/from-the-trenches/4-minutes-and-31-seconds-with-jo-lyons   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New Xero APAC Managing Director Jo Lyons has the energy one needs to take on this enormous job. In this 4 minutes and 31 second floor walk interview Jo and Paul capture the energy of Xerocon.  Check out our other Xerocon interviews Financial Services and Xero - What and Why with Leigh O'Neill - EGM Financial Services  Where's the product? With Mark Rees CTO Huge thanks to Xero for comping Paul and Dave some Xerocon tickets. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's a nervous feeling as we get ready for for the biggest gathering of the industry in 3 years with the 3,000 odd attendees slightly eclipsing the 13 odd people who went to the IPA crypto conference.  This is the retail junket we have all been looking for, the most accessible one that has sold out by attendees, was over sold to sponsors and stands to re shape the energy in the industry.  And we discuss, if we don't expect major product announcements, and if the content is more wokey, techy, thoughy leadershipy stuff you could get anywhere then why did it sell out? And why are we so excited? Well, because this is the greatest peer accounting community in the region and the industry clearly craves coming together.  In this years preview Dave and Paul cover: Is this a tech conference or an accounting conference? What we're looking forward to  What we want to learn Who we want to meet (hint, it's you).  Software Vs Accountants Futsol Penalty Shootout Want to kick a ball at the head of a software vendor (And be ok with them kicking back)? Software Vs Accountants Futsol penalty shoot out will go ahead live at Time 2.00 PM Day 2 Wednesday  If you want to attend send Paul, Dave or Trent a message on social media or email [email protected]   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.