![](https://www.essbiztools.com.au/images/pages/peter-2025-2.jpg) ![](https://www.essbiztools.com.au/images/pages/peter-2025-2-mobile.jpg) # Helping Accountants Be Recognised by Clients as Their Key Strategic Partner Proven systems, tools and training to help your firm deliver high-value advisory services. 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Scale & Grow Advisory Services SALE! 25% off Annual Packages (starts 10th August) Price: $132 (incl GST) (12 x Monthly) Price: $1,319 (incl GST) (Yearly) [ Learn more ](https://www.essbiztools.com.au/access-levels/advanced-business-advisory-package) [ Book a Demo ](https://www.essbiztools.com.au/booking-calendar) [ Subscribe Now ](https://www.essbiztools.com.au/advanced-package-subscribe/subscribe?plan_id=0&group_id=11) [![Financial Forecasting Package](https://www.essbiztools.com.au/media/yootheme/cache/4d/package-top-4dd10fb4.png "Financial Forecasting Package")](https://www.essbiztools.com.au/access-levels/financial-forecasting-product-package) ##### [Financial Forecasting Package](https://www.essbiztools.com.au/access-levels/financial-forecasting-product-package) Powerful Predictive Tools for SMEs SALE! 25% off Annual Packages (starts 10th August) Price: $220 (incl GST) (12 x Monthly) Price: $2,199 (incl GST) (Yearly) [ Learn more ](https://www.essbiztools.com.au/access-levels/financial-forecasting-product-package) [ Book a Demo ](https://www.essbiztools.com.au/booking-calendar) [ Subscribe Now ](https://www.essbiztools.com.au/financial-forecasting-package-subscribe/subscribe?plan_id=0&group_id=45) ## Why ESS BIZTOOLS Exists Helping accountants confidently shift from compliance to advisory. --- ESS BIZTOOLS was created by Peter Towers, CPA with more than 40 years’ experience helping firms grow. Peter saw a gap — most accountants wanted to deliver business advisory services but lacked the systems, tools, and confidence to start. ESS BIZTOOLS gives firms the structure, templates, and support to make that shift profitably. - Over 20 years helping firms build profitable advisory capability - Comprehensive toolkits — from client briefs to forecasting models - Trusted by accountants across Australia and New Zealand - Includes training videos, templates, and client-ready resources [ Learn more about Peter Towers ](https://www.essbiztools.com.au/about-peter-towers) [![](https://www.essbiztools.com.au/images/pages/video-cover.jpg)](#fs-toggle=dpvideo) ## How It Works Start delivering advisory services in four straightforward steps. ![](https://www.essbiztools.com.au/images/icons/01.svg) ### STEP 1: Choose a Package Pick the solution that fits your firm’s goals. Select the [Starter](https://www.essbiztools.com.au/access-levels/sme-success-accelerator-package), [Advanced](https://www.essbiztools.com.au/access-levels/advanced-business-advisory-package), or [Financial Forecasting](https://www.essbiztools.com.au/access-levels/financial-forecasting-product-package) package — each tailored to your firm’s advisory goals. Whether you’re just beginning or scaling up, there’s a structured path for you. ![](https://www.essbiztools.com.au/images/icons/02.svg) ### STEP 2: Access Resources Unlock advisory templates, tools, and videos. Instantly unlock a library of templates, videos, and tools designed for real-world use — giving your firm the systems and confidence to deliver consistent, high-quality advice. ![](https://www.essbiztools.com.au/images/icons/03.svg) ### STEP 3: Implement with Clients Follow step-by-step guides to drive results. Use ESS BIZTOOLS’ step-by-step frameworks to engage clients, run workshops, and present forecasts with clarity. Every resource is built for practical, measurable outcomes. ![](https://www.essbiztools.com.au/images/icons/04.svg) ### STEP 4: Grow Your Revenue Expand your services and boost profitability. As your firm adopts advisory services, you’ll naturally expand recurring income streams, strengthen client loyalty, and build a future-ready business. ### Ready to begin your advisory journey? ![](https://www.essbiztools.com.au/images/Promotions/2026-08-07_25_off/Stage-2%20Homepage%20Sticky.jpg) ![](https://www.essbiztools.com.au/images/Promotions/2026-08-07_25_off/Stage-2%20Homepage%20Sticky%20mobile.png) [ View Packages ](https://www.essbiztools.com.au/all-packages) [ Book a Demo ](https://www.essbiztools.com.au/booking-calendar) ## What Accountants Are Saying Real stories from firms using ESS BIZTOOLS to grow their advisory services. ![](https://www.essbiztools.com.au/images/pages/homepage/2021/Jackie-Symons-1920w.jpg) Jackie Symons “We love the one-on-one zoom sessions with Peter. It really has allowed us to tailor the materials to our clients and circumstances. The mentoring and support from a genuine expert is just something you don’t get anywhere else.” *— CPA and Partner, Professional Insights* ![](https://www.essbiztools.com.au/images/pages/homepage/2021/Russell-Laird-1920w.jpg) Russell Laird “For the past 7-years, Peter and the team at ESS BIZTOOLS has helped us cover a broad and essential range of business advisory services. Peter and his material have helped coach us in providing presentations and seminars for clients, how to market business advisory services to clients and how to recognize which clients need what. On top of that, they provide you with the tools to execute the engagements which save us a tremendous amount of time and effort.” *— Chartered Accountant and Principal, O’Regan Partners* ![](https://www.essbiztools.com.au/images/pages/homepage/2021/Angelo-Coco-1920w.jpg) Angelo Coco “The ESS tools and papers are really helpful, ready to go and they just work. Some tools I've used in serving my clients over 100 times, I recommend the ESS tool kit to other practitioners at any opportunity I get”. *— Chartered Accountant & Principal, Family Business Support* ### Your success story starts here. [ View Packages ](https://www.essbiztools.com.au/all-packages) [ Book a Demo ](https://www.essbiztools.com.au/booking-calendar) > “Key Strategic Partner: They are a key partner in our business and our go-to professional for advice, and they are extremely valuable to our business’s growth and success.” Intuit QuickBooks’ SMB Navigator Report 2025 ## Resources & Knowledge Hub Explore the latest blogs, podcasts, and webinars designed to help accountants master business advisory. ### Accountant's Minute [ ![Advisory Services In Action](https://www.essbiztools.com.au/images/zoo/blogs/2026/am468banner.jpg "Advisory Services In Action") 01 September 2026 ##### Advisory Services In Action Helping SME Clients Overcome Business Isolation and Make Better Decisions Running a small or medium-sized business can be a lonely activity. Many S… Read Article... ](https://www.essbiztools.com.au/ess-biztools-blogs/advisory-services-in-action) [ ![Unlock Your Virtual CFO Advisory Opportunity](https://www.essbiztools.com.au/images/zoo/blogs/2026/am467banner.jpg "Unlock Your Virtual CFO Advisory Opportunity") 25 August 2026 ##### Unlock Your Virtual CFO Advisory Opportunity Chief Financial Officer Services Deliver a Wide Range of Business Insights to SMEs For many SME owners and managers, important financial and operati… Read Article... ](https://www.essbiztools.com.au/ess-biztools-blogs/unlock-your-virtual-cfo-advisory-opportunity) [ ![Are Your Tradie Clients Charging Enough For Profit?](https://www.essbiztools.com.au/images/zoo/blogs/2026/am466banner.jpg "Are Your Tradie Clients Charging Enough For Profit?") 18 August 2026 ##### Are Your Tradie Clients Charging Enough For Profit? For many trades businesses, one of the most important questions is also one of the most difficult to answer: Are our charge-out rates actually suffi… Read Article... ](https://www.essbiztools.com.au/ess-biztools-blogs/are-your-tradie-clients-charging-enough-for-profit) [ ![Are Your SME Clients Managing Debtors Effectively?](https://www.essbiztools.com.au/images/zoo/blogs/2026/am465banner.jpg "Are Your SME Clients Managing Debtors Effectively?") 11 August 2026 ##### Are Your SME Clients Managing Debtors Effectively? For many SMEs, making the sale is only half the job. Getting paid — and getting paid on time — is what protects cash flow. Debtors management is th… Read Article... ](https://www.essbiztools.com.au/ess-biztools-blogs/are-your-sme-clients-managing-debtors-effectively) [ View All Accountant's Minute Newsletters ](https://www.essbiztools.com.au/ess-biztools-blogs) ### Podcasts [ ![](https://www.essbiztools.com.au/images/pages/BAS-update.jpg) A weekly podcast by Peter Towers from ESS BIZTOOLS, sharing practical insights and updates for accountants and business advisers focused on building stronger advisory services. Go to BAS Update Podcast ](https://businessadvisoryservicestips.libsyn.com/) [ ![](https://www.essbiztools.com.au/images/pages/Accountants-Minutes-Podcast.jpg) The Accountant’s Minute shares the latest developments, practical ideas, and industry commentary to support accountants in expanding their business advisory services. Go to Account's Minute Podcast ](https://accountantsminute.libsyn.com/) ## Ready to Deliver More Value to Your Clients? Join hundreds of accounting firms using ESS BIZTOOLS to confidently offer advisory services, grow client relationships, and boost recurring revenue. 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