Jason On Firms Podcast 493 The 5 Ways Accounting Firms Around The World Differ
Aug 4, 2025
Explore how compliance requirements shape accounting practices across the globe. Discover the contrasting roles of accountants, from strict adherence in the U.S. to more advisory approaches elsewhere. Delve into the influence of technology on client relationships and the unique challenges faced by local firms. Opportunities for innovation in a globalized market are also highlighted, offering fresh insights for professionals in the industry.
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Compliance Shapes Client Relationships
- Compliance requirements fundamentally shape client-accountant relationships worldwide.
- Quarterly reporting in countries like Australia and the UK drives more frequent and embedded advisory services than the U.S.'s annual compliance cycle.
Sean Duncan’s Advisory Definition
- Sean Duncan describes advisory as "anything that I'm telling the client that they don't already know."
- A simple Disneyland travel advice call delighted a client showing the broad value of advisory.
Overcome Rural Self-Limiting Beliefs
- Don't let rural location limit your pricing or market reach.
- Use technology and AI to connect globally and overcome geographic constraints.