Resources Hub
Welcome to the Make Accounting Great Again Resource Hub.
Whether you are a high school student exploring career options, a university student studying accounting, an educator, or an accountant looking to inspire the next generation, this page brings together articles, videos, and practical resources that showcase the opportunities available within the profession.
Our goal is simple: to provide engaging, accessible content that helps young people understand what accountants do, the impact they have on businesses and communities, and the exciting career pathways available in the profession.
Articles
Explore articles covering:
- Why accounting is one of the most versatile and transferable careers available.
- The different career paths within the profession, including tax, audit, business advisory, forensic accounting, management accounting, and CFO leadership roles.
- The future of accounting and the impact of technology, artificial intelligence, and data analytics.
- Career advice for students and graduates.
- Personal stories from accountants who have built rewarding and successful careers.
These articles help challenge outdated stereotypes and highlight the modern, dynamic nature of the accounting profession.
Accounting Careers are no Longer Linear
The accounting profession has suffered from outdated perceptions for a very long time, including that accounting careers are linear. For too long, students and graduates have been shown a narrow picture: study accounting, enter a…
Make Accounting Great Again Announces First Financial Contribution to the Campaign
We’re excited to share that our campaign received its first financial contribution at the Accounting and Business Expo (ABE) in Sydney last week, a meaningful milestone in building momentum for Make Accounting Great Again. A…
Make Accounting Great Again by Making It Accessible to Everyone
Too often, young people with physical disabilities face barriers that have nothing to do with talent or ambition. These challenges can include: ✅ Limited access to inclusive learning environments ✅ Rigid exam formats and assessment structures ✅ Insufficient workplace support…
Make Accounting Great Again is Disrupting the Status Quo
From time to time, we receive suggestions that we should rebrand “Make Accounting Great Again” because of perceived political links. We get it that some people will make that connection, but the truth is, this campaign isn’t…
Accounting Set to Be Included in the NSW Years 11 and 12 School Curriculum
To make accounting more appealing to high school students, the New South Wales government is making a bold move to highlight accounting as a fundamental part of business education in its draft syllabus for Years…
Why Tech-Savvy Accountants are Leading the Profession Forward
The accounting profession is evolving faster than ever. Those who embrace technology won’t just survive they’ll lead. Tech-savvy accountants are: ✔️ Using automation and AI to reduce compliance workload ✔️ Leveraging data analytics to deliver…
What Modern Accountants Actually Do
Accounting has long been one of the most misunderstood professions. Too often, it’s reduced to stereotypes about spreadsheets and number-crunching. However modern accountants do far more than crunch numbers or tick compliance boxes. They: ✔️…
UK Accounting Firm Turns to Hospitality Sector to Train Young Accountants in People Skills
One of the UK’s largest accounting firms, Azets, has launched a bold and unconventional initiative: placing young accountants in hotels, pubs, and restaurants to develop essential front-of-house people skills. Why? Because AI is changing the…
Advantages and Disadvantages of Different-Sized Accounting Firms
This information comes from MW Recruitment, one of Brisbane’s leading professional services recruitment firms, specialising in both public practice and commercial accounting placements .
What Accounting Firms are Looking for When Hiring Graduates
As the next generation of talent enters the profession, many graduates assume that good grades alone will secure a role in an accounting firm. While academic performance matters, firms today are looking for a far…
Videos
Explore videos covering:
- Why accounting is a great career choice.
- Day-in-the-life profiles of accountants working in different fields.
- Career journeys from graduate accountant to business leader.
- Tips for students considering accounting and finance studies.
- The skills that employers value most.
- How technology is transforming the profession.
Our video series showcases real accountants and students discussing their career journeys, professional experiences, and advice for future generations entering the profession.
Swyftx CEO Jason Titman shares how a passion for business led him to accounting, his journey to CEO, and the key skills accountants need to succeed. Jason also emphasises the importance of adaptability, seeking mentorship, and embracing emerging technologies like crypto, blockchain, and AI.
Kyelie Baxter, Accountant, FCPA, and Managing Director of IQ Accountants, shares her 3 things that students studying accounting or finance needs to do early on to setup themselves up for future success: 1. Get Real World Experience, 2. Build Your Network, 3. Learn The Tech.
In this short video, Chartered Accountant Vanessa Zinno and Macquarie University Accounting Lecturer Rebecca Lorena Bachmann share their thoughts on why accounting is an excellent career choice. They explore the wide range of specialisation options and the dynamic nature of the profession.
Chartered Accountant and industry advocate, John Jeffreys, shares insights on how his tax consulting career has evolved over the past 40 years.
John also shares what the most enjoyable aspect of being an accountant/tax consultant is for him and offers advice for aspiring young accountants entering the profession.