Professional Services

Professional services firms are built on expertise, relationships and reputation. Whether you're operating a legal practice, engineering consultancy, architecture firm, recruitment agency or marketing business, success depends on attracting talented people, maintaining strong client relationships and managing a profitable, sustainable business.

At RSM New Zealand, we understand the unique challenges facing professional services firms. Balancing client delivery with business growth, investing in people, managing profitability and planning for the future requires more than technical expertise—it requires trusted commercial advice.

Our multidisciplinary team works alongside professional services businesses across New Zealand, providing practical accounting, tax and advisory services that help firms improve performance, navigate change and achieve long-term success. 

Understanding the Industry

Professional services businesses continue to operate in an increasingly competitive environment. Clients expect greater value, technology is transforming how services are delivered, and attracting and retaining skilled professionals remains one of the sector's biggest challenges.

At the same time, business owners and partners are planning for succession, exploring new ownership models and investing in technology that improves efficiency and client experience.

Whether you're an established practice or a growing consultancy, having advisers who understand your business model and commercial drivers allows you to focus on delivering exceptional outcomes for your clients.

Industry Experience

We work with professional services firms across New Zealand, including:

• Legal practices  
• Engineering consultancies  
• Architecture and design firms  
• Surveying businesses  
• Marketing and communications agencies  
• Recruitment firms  
• IT consultancies  
• Environmental consultancies  
• Project management firms  
• Other specialist advisory businesses  

Our team understands the operational and commercial dynamics that influence professional services businesses and provides advice tailored to each firm's stage of growth.

How We Support Your Business

Grow

Helping firms strengthen financial performance, improve profitability and plan confidently for the future.

• Strategic business advisory  
• Financial reporting  
• Budgeting and forecasting  
• Cashflow management  
• Business planning  
• CFO advisory  

Protect

Supporting firms with governance, compliance and financial confidence.

• Audit & Assurance  
• Tax advisory  
• Governance advisory  
• Financial reporting  
• Business structuring  
• Risk management  

Transform

Helping firms adapt, evolve and create long-term value.

• Corporate Finance  
• Business valuations  
• Succession planning  
• Mergers and acquisitions  
• Financial modelling  
• Systems and process improvement  

How We're Helping New Zealand Businesses 

Attracting and retaining talent

People are the greatest asset of any professional services firm. Building high-performing teams while managing workforce costs continues to be a key challenge across the sector.

Maintaining profitability

Balancing utilisation, pricing and operating costs requires strong financial reporting and meaningful business insights.

Succession and ownership transition

Many firms are planning for partner succession and future ownership structures. Early planning helps ensure business continuity and long-term value.

Embracing technology

Automation, AI and digital platforms are changing how professional services are delivered. Investing in the right systems can improve efficiency while enhancing client experience. 

Why RSM?

We understand that professional services businesses are fundamentally about people, relationships and reputation.

At RSM, we work alongside business owners, partners and leadership teams to provide practical advice that supports sustainable growth and informed decision-making. By combining expertise across Business Advisory, Tax, Corporate Finance, Audit and Governance, we help firms strengthen their businesses while continuing to deliver exceptional value to their own clients.

As part of the global RSM network, we also support firms operating internationally, connecting clients with specialists across more than 120 countries.