Odyssey Resources Limited

15/10/2026

What could AI change about your team’s working week?

Xero found that 38% of Australian accounting and bookkeeping practices expect to restructure roles and teams around AI-enabled ways of working.

That means firms need to think ahead about which responsibilities will change—and what support staff will need.

Is your team already seeing that shift?

Learn more about Xero’s findings at:

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14/10/2026

Growing with Confidence

As their business grew, a long-standing NSW accounting firm needed additional compliance support. Having already worked with dedicated Odyssey staff, they came back to add another dedicated team member.

Just one month in, Partner Richard shared:

“Your dedicated compliance staff member is doing very well. Despite having only recently joined, she is picking up the pace reasonably well. I am sure she will perform even better after completing a few more jobs. We also remain very confident in the quality of Odyssey’s staff.”

That’s the value of a strong outsourcing partnership: flexibility to scale, the right people, and confidence in consistent quality.

At Odyssey, we help accounting firms build reliable, dedicated support teams that grow with their business.

13/10/2026

Every review is a chance to learn and grow.

At Odyssey, review sessions are more than just about identifying areas for improvement. They’re a chance for team members to understand what could be done differently, why it matters, and how they can approach things with greater confidence next time.

With guidance, thoughtful explanations, and open conversations, managers help team members build their skills, grow their confidence, and carry those lessons into future work.

Because sometimes, a little guidance can make a big difference — one job at a time.

08/10/2026

Identity checks are only one part of AML compliance.

For tax and accounting practices captured by Australia’s expanded AML/CTF obligations, readiness can also include risk assessments, beneficial ownership checks, sanctions and PEP screening, staff training and ongoing procedures.

Read more: https://www.accountantsdaily.com.au/technology/22905-research-reveals-major-compliance-blindspot-with-aml-obligations

07/10/2026

Not every firm wants to start outsourcing with a big commitment.

One Victorian accounting firm chose to begin with just a few ad hoc jobs, giving them a chance to see how the process worked before deciding what came next.

After the first three jobs, Matthew, the firm’s Director, shared:

“We have been satisfied with the jobs so far. Thank you.”

Sometimes, starting small can be a practical way to access extra support while keeping things flexible.

Would your firm prefer to start with a few jobs first, or move straight into a longer-term arrangement?

06/10/2026

What happens behind the scenes before a deadline?

Often, it’s about much more than getting the work done. It’s about preparation, coordination and teamwork.

Across the office, teams are checking details, reviewing work, supporting one another and keeping work moving — making sure every step is handled carefully and nothing is overlooked.

Busy periods may bring more activity, but they also highlight something important: how people work together behind the scenes to keep everything on track.

01/10/2026

AI may not make accountants less valuable — it may make professional judgement more important.

As AI takes on more routine, process-driven work, the real opportunity for accounting firms is how that extra capacity gets used: more time for review, complex decisions and meaningful client conversations.

The bigger question may be: what should accountants focus on when AI handles more of the routine work?

Full article in the comments.

30/09/2026

A referral in 2017 became the start of a working relationship that has continued for years.

More recently, one job brought shifting deadlines, pressure to finalise the work and inconsistent records.

Our team stayed responsive, communicated clearly and worked through the issues to completion.

Afterwards, Ashley, the firm’s Manager, shared:

“Thank you, and great work. You and your team worked amazingly, communicated clearly, and delivered an amazing result.”

Reliable support matters most when circumstances change and the work becomes more complex.

29/09/2026

Training is an integral part of how we work at Odyssey.

Throughout the year, our teams take part in a wide range of training sessions covering areas such as IT, tax law, AI, securities, and other topics relevant to their work.

These sessions give our staff opportunities to strengthen their knowledge, stay informed about industry developments, and continue developing skills that support their day-to-day roles.

For us, training is not just a one-time activity. It is an ongoing part of building a knowledgeable, adaptable, and capable team.

24/09/2026

Australia’s accounting shortage is no longer just about filling vacancies.

The bigger issue is capacity.

With experienced accountants harder to find, migration settings changing and the graduate pipeline under pressure, firms may need to rethink how they resource work — especially if growth still depends on adding more people.

The question is becoming less “How do we recruit faster?” and more “How do we build capacity differently?”

Read our latest insight: https://www.odyssey-resources.com/2026/09/australia-accountant-shortage-2035/

New CA ANZ / Oxford Economics data shows Australia will be short 17,900 accounting and finance professionals by 2035. What's driving it, and what firms can do about capacity.