Event Highlights: “Australia’s Productivity Crisis and What We May Be Able to Do About It”

On Tuesday, August 12th, Stephen Walters, Chief Economist at Optimal Economics, and Peter Achterstraat AM FAICD (Life), NSW Productivity and Equality Commissioner, shared their insights on Australia’s Productivity Crisis at our in-person event in Sydney’s CBD. These are some of the key takeaways: The state of productivity Australia is experiencing its worst national productivity performance […]

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    Finance, Accounting & ESG Salary Guide 2025-26: Insights for strategic hiring and career growth

    Amid global uncertainties, rising inflation, and transformative technologies like AI, Australia’s finance, accounting, and environmental, social & governance (ESG) sectors remain stable. There is consistent demand for skilled professionals and an upward trend in wage growth. Still, moderate growth may be constrained by hiring mismatches. There is a critical need for candidates who can keep […]

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    Event Highlights: ‘The changing impact of AI over the next five years’ with Simon Corah

    On Tuesday 1st July, Moir Group was delighted to welcome back Simon Corah, leading futurist and CEO of Growth Mantra, for an interesting in-person event in Sydney’s CBD. Simon shared key insights on how Artificial Intelligence (AI) is reshaping the world of work and daily life, and challenging leaders not to simply keep up by […]

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  • Bridging the ESG Skills Gap: How We’re Shaping the Next Generation of Finance Leaders

    Finance has entered a new era. What was once considered peripheral to financial reporting—environmental impact, social responsibility, governance structures—now commands boardroom attention and shapes investment decisions. At our recent event featuring ESG expert Lee Stewart, a fundamental truth emerged: there exists a significant skills gap between traditional accounting expertise and the emerging demands of ESG […]

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    How to upskill financial professionals in AI

    Artificial Intelligence (AI) is reshaping the finance function. From automation and analytics to smarter decision-making, AI is influencing how finance teams operate and the skills they need to succeed. For CFOs and hiring managers, building AI capability is no longer optional; it’s essential. In this article, we explore how finance professionals can upskill in AI, […]

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    Event Highlights: ‘Is the Economy Getting Back on Track… What About Tariffs?’ with Shane Oliver

    On Wednesday April 2nd, Moir Group welcomed back Shane Oliver, AMP’s Head of Investment Strategy and Chief Economist, for our first live economic outlook event in five years — and what a session it was. In front of a full house at Chartered Accountants ANZ, Shane delivered his trademark combination of straight-talking clarity and expert […]

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    How to attract and retain top accounting/finance professionals

    Attracting and retaining top-tier accounting/finance professionals is a critical priority for organisations. Skilled finance employees are in high demand, and businesses that fail to offer compelling reasons for employees to join — and stay — risk falling behind. Andrew Pownall, Moir Group’s Senior Associate for Executive Search, says organisations must invest in professional development and […]

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  • Mandatory ESG Reporting is Here: Is Your Organisation Ready?

    The transition period is over. As of 2025, Australia’s mandatory climate-related reporting requirements are now in full swing for large organisations, marking a crucial turning point in corporate sustainability reporting. With medium-sized organisations set to begin their reporting journey in 2026, and smaller firms following in 2027, organisations across the country are adapting to this […]

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    Top finance and ESG insights to thrive in 2025: Trends, challenges and opportunities

    2025 is on the horizon, and with it comes new challenges and opportunities in finance, accounting, and ESG. In this article, we explore the trends that defined 2024 and share key takeaways to help you thrive in the year ahead. Insight # 1. Economic uncertainty brings challenges — but adaptability unlocks opportunities This year’s economic […]

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  • Is your company ready for the mandatory ESG reporting in 2025?

    Earlier this year, Moir Group co-hosted a webinar, A Futuristic View on ESG — How to Create Long-Term Value, with a panel of  Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) experts. We were curious to hear how companies have met their ESG requirements since the event. The responses to our survey revealed that while many companies have […]

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