Membership
Local knowledge. National connections. Global reach.
DFK Australia and New Zealand welcomes membership enquiries from professional, independent accounting firms from across Australia and New Zealand. Membership enquiries will be considered from all locations in ANZ.
Member Benefits
Membership of DFK ANZ provides firms with access to specialists and traditional expertise nationally with the resources to service their clients across Australia and New Zealand – and as part of DFK International, anywhere in the world.
Accounting Firms who join the DFK ANZ Group are able to reap all the benefits of a large International brand, without losing their identity. DFK ANZ Firms are independently operated but are offered a multitude of benefits including;
Commercial Agreements
DFK ANZ has several significant commercial agreements and discounts in place, including recognition as a Global Alliance Partner and an Australia New Zealand Platinum Partnership status with Xero. They continue to garner industry discounts with their strong national purchasing power.
Marketing Support
DFK ANZ have contracted a marketing specialist who designs and implements marketing campaigns across several platforms to support all member firms. This is paid for by the association and has a dedicated sub-committee who provides input and guidance to the campaigns.
Worldwide Contacts
Under the DFK brand, DFK ANZ has the ability to tap into world-wide contacts. DFK International has 204 member firms and 467 offices in 90 countries and provides global support and connection.
Professional Support
As a member of the DFK ANZ group, you will be provided with professional support and guidance from all DFK ANZ firm members. Tap into professional, experienced staff to assist in the growth and development of your own firm. Firms share templates, processes, data, resources and staff where applicable.
Training and Development
DFK ANZ offers both internal and external training and development for their member firms. This includes several conferences throughout the year aimed at various career levels. The group has also established a two-year cadet program called the People Development Plan which provides training and development for graduates. Member firms have the ability to attend worldwide DFK conferences. In addition to this, they invite industry experts for workshops/training scheduled throughout the year.
Through a forum of national and international events and conferences our member firms exchange ideas and information in a non-competitive environment.
HR Support
As a member of the DFK ANZ group, you will have access to professional HR support, guidance, and advice from our in-house HR Consultant.
Networking and Knowledge Sharing
DFK ANZ have several subcommittees who meet quarterly to discuss issues and share knowledge. Subcommittee’s include;
- IT
- Accounting Services
- HR
- Marketing
- Superannuation
- Tax
- Audit
- Business Advisory
DFK ANZ Firms also meet informally on a fortnightly basis to catch up, network and share knowledge. Throughout the year, DFK ANZ arranges several opportunities to network with member firms.
Membership of DFK ANZ enables independent accounting firms to use the strength of a national affiliation and capitalise on the benefits of a global presence.
Our Core Values
Member Firms are appointed based on the quality of service they provide in terms of both technical competence and service delivery. Members of the DFK ANZ Association are classified as Network firms in compliance with IFAC requirements.
Each member firm is independent and a separate legal, financial and administrative entity, practicing under the laws in the country in which they are based. Member firms are locally owned, operated and managed and each is responsible for its own liabilities.
Integrity
Quite simply, we believe in doing the right thing for our clients, staff and community. This means we speak with candour, we keep promises and we deliver on time.
Partnership
We see our work as a shared journey to create a better future for you and your business. This means we seek regular contact to share knowledge and insights to ensure innovation and growth.
Expertise
We’ve focused on turning experience into expertise for our clients. This means we create continuous learning environments across our firms, sharing knowledge and industry insights.
Care
Technical expertise is vital, but genuine understanding is crucial. Our firms are run by business owners, and this means you’ll experience a relationship of empathy and responsiveness.
DFK International
DFK International brings together accountants, lawyers and business advisors and are a world leading association for independent professional service providers. DFK International helps members connect with their clients with experts everywhere and provides an opportunity for members to share knowledge and expertise so they can innovate and stay ahead of the competition.
DFK is the 6th largest international association of 204 independent accounting firms and business advisors with 467 offices in 90 countries across the Americas, Asia-Pacific, Europe, the Middle East and Africa.
Global Member Benefits
- Worldwide coverage with over 200 high-quality professional member firms in 90 countries
- The opportunity to work with partners dedicated to achieving consistent professional and ethical services who share enthusiasm for fully understanding client objectives and delivering effective advice
- Enhanced reputation in the local marketplace through membership with one of the world’s leading associations of professional service firms
- Opportunities to build relationships and share knowledge with colleagues in global, regional conferences and local meetings
- Share knowledge and best practices at committees and special interest groups
- Listing in the DFK World Directory
- Use of the DFK brand in marketing material to promote the firm’s global connections
- A dedicated online members’ website (intranet) that provides technical resources and other support services to member firms
- Access to the knowledge and skills of over 10,000 people that work in DFK member firms worldwide
DFK ANZ is currently looking to grow and strengthen its presence in Australia and New Zealand and invite interested firms to reach out and begin discussions.
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