Jason On Firms Podcast 547 Is Offshoring RUINING Small Accounting Firms?
Dec 1, 2025
Dive into the world of offshoring and its impact on small accounting firms. Explore the rapid rise of offshoring post-COVID and the tension it creates for firms facing labor displacement. Discover how offshore teams might outperform local hires and how managing both onshore and offshore staff can enhance growth prospects. Unpack the role of expertise and human connection in an increasingly automated landscape, and find out why specializing and building relationships are key to staying relevant amidst technological advances.
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Offshoring Is An Inevitable Industry Shift
- Offshoring feels inevitable and is reshaping the accounting workforce rapidly.
- Firms must focus on mitigating downsides while capturing its benefits.
Hiring In The Philippines Solved Hiring Blockages
- Jason Staats hired accountants in the Philippines when onshore hiring failed to fill roles.
- Offshore hires paid well and unlocked growth when onshore candidates were unavailable.
Build Parallel Onshore And Offshore Teams
- Build onshore and offshore teams in parallel so onshore hires move into client-facing advisory roles.
- Avoid making offshore your entire technical pipeline or you will stunt onshore skill development.