The Sunday Star Times Top 30 Accounting Firms for 2019 has been announced.

Sponsored by Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CAANZ), this list uses survey data to benchmark the top 30 firms based on revenue, technological innovation, sustainability, community and diversity. The list also aims to highlight the important and diverse role the accounting profession plays in New Zealand business and its communities.

We’ve climbed the ranks and come in at number 9… and we’re stoked! In 2018 we ranked 10th.

A key feature for RSM, is their continual focus on using innovation and technology. “We’re always looking for the most effective and efficient manner to benefit our clients. Part of this process has been to identify better use of the systems we already have, and introduce new platforms that will deliver for our clients” says Charles Worth, Chairperson of RSM. Innovation and technology are transforming every aspect of the business experience.

In discussing the ways in which RSM continually looks to improve its services, Partner, Lloyd Kirby,  is quoted as saying “We’re using technology as a tool and educating clients around its effectiveness for analysing business performance. Our clients are starting to understand just how much information about their business, is available to them at any moment throughout the year. Information that helps them determine potential issues and solutions ahead of time.

"Of note are two of our programmes called 'Virtual CFO' and 'Board of Advice'. Both these programmes involve our clients completing a 10 question business or personal risk survey. These surveys help our clients quickly and confidently identify issues across any area of their business; strategy, people, processes, financials. That’s when we determine the best-fit solutions for the relevant requirements. We’re not afraid to call in appropriate support if we don’t carry that skill set”.

RSM New Zealand is part of the sixth largest accounting network globally. Our premise is that once clients truly experience ‘the power of being understood’, they won’t settle for anything less. We believe that’s another reason for our growth.

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