Helping accountants succeed by raising the value of the accountant-client relationship

We empower firms to automate their work, leverage their data for valuable insights, and ultimately, deliver higher-value services to their clients.

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Built for accountants,
driven by impact

For over 20 years, we’ve been dedicated to helping accounting firms work smarter. We understand the challenges firms face, from inefficiencies in workflows to the growing demand for data-driven insights. That’s why we developed Active—to remove friction, streamline processes, and help accountants focus on what truly matters: delivering value to their clients.

A platform designed for
efficiency, insight, and growth

Streamline your workflow

Active eliminates repetitive manual tasks, automating data entry and syncing key financials across platforms. With intuitive processes and deep integrations, firms can increase efficiency without compromising accuracy.

Make better use of your data

Gain real-time visibility into client work, track progress effortlessly, and make data-driven decisions with confidence. Active helps firms transform raw data into meaningful insights.

Scale with confidence

Whether you’re a growing practice or an established firm, Active’s flexible structure adapts to your needs. Standardise your workflows while maintaining the control and flexibility you require.

Trusted by firms large and small

“ACTIVE WORKPAPERS MAKES TRACKING THE PROGRESS OF A JOB EASY, WITH CUSTOMISABLE STATUSES TO FIT OUR INDIVIDUAL PRACTICE NEEDS.”

Kate Edginton, Director, Hazlewoods

“We moved our personal tax workpapers from Excel to Active last year and were really impressed both by the flexibility of the software and also the support provided.”

Georgi Rollings, Co-CEO, Starfish Accounting

“Active Workpapers has helped to standardise the workpapers in my firm and now we're all on the same page. We particularly like the two way integration with Xero and QBO.”

Lars Swann, Managing Partner, The Bean Counters

“WE’VE ACCEPTED THAT WE’RE NOT GOING TO GO FULLY AWAY FROM EXCEL IN SOME CAPACITY, BUT WE NEED TO USE IT IN THE RIGHT WAY. ACTIVE REALLY HELPS WITH CONSISTENCY ACROSS THE BOARD.”

Adam Ginns, Managing Partner, Layers

Powered by Business Fitness

Active was developed by Business Fitness in Australia with a single goal—helping accountants do more with less hassle. Since 2001, we’ve provided firms with the tools and insights needed to run more productive, profitable practices. With a deep understanding of the industry, we continue to evolve, ensuring that accountants have the technology they need to stay ahead.

Helping firms at Scale

20+

years supporting accountants

3

countries using Active

50+

team members dedicated to innovation

The UK Leadership behind Active

Kevin Gibson

Chairman

Stuart Spalding

CEO

MEl Dowie

Head of Training & Implementation

Sean Devenish

Head of Product & Development

Andy Collings

UK Country Manager

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