From www.accountantsdaily.com.au: A Chartered Accountants ANZ survey indicates a national skills shortage in accounting, particularly highlighting taxation accountants at highest risk, comprising 29% of advertised roles.

Vacancy fill rates are critically low, with finance managers filling at 37%, management accountants at 45%, and taxation accountants at 59%.

CA ANZ urges government action to address the skills gap, proposing a focus on quality migration and education in accounting to meet workforce demands.