Pinch Payments Highlights Payment Automation at Accounting & Business Expo Sydney 2026

Pinch Payments has highlighted its participation in the Accounting & Business Expo Sydney 2026, following the event at ICC Sydney on 18 and 19 March 2026. The expo brought together accounting, finance, and business professionals to explore technology, operational improvements, and new service models shaping the industry. At the event, Pinch showcased how payment automation can support accounting and bookkeeping firms looking to reduce manual work and create more efficient payment collection processes.

Growing demand for smarter payment workflows

As accounting firms continue to move beyond traditional compliance work, there is increasing demand for systems that improve efficiency and support better cash flow management. Pinch Payments positions its platform around this need, with features designed to automate payment collection and connect with commonly used accounting workflows. According to the company's accounting and bookkeeping page, Pinch supports payment automation within Xero, QuickBooks Online, and MYOB, helping reduce time spent on reconciliation and payment follow-up.

Supporting firms with direct debit, card payments, and recurring billing

During the expo, Pinch focused on the practical benefits of automation in accounts receivable. Rather than relying on manual reminders and repetitive follow-up, firms are increasingly adopting recurring billing, direct debit, and card payment options to create more reliable collection processes. Pinch states that its platform supports direct debit, card payments, recurring payment plans, and pre-approvals, with accounting software integrations designed to simplify payment handling for firms and their clients.

Why this matters for the accounting profession

The company's presence at the expo reflects a broader shift across the profession. Events such as the Accounting & Business Expo are increasingly used by firms to assess which tools can help improve internal efficiency, strengthen client service, and support a more advisory-led role. The expo is presented by its organiser as a major Australian event for accounting and finance professionals, with a focus on innovation, technology, and business growth.

For accounting and bookkeeping practices, the value of payment automation extends beyond internal administration. Many firms are now expected to help clients improve broader financial processes, including collections and cash flow management. Integrated payment tools can support this shift by helping firms streamline their own operations while also identifying better systems for their clients.

Integration and efficiency in one workflow

Pinch's accounting-focused offering centres on reducing friction between invoicing, payment collection, and reconciliation. On its website, the company says it automates payment collection inside accounting platforms and supports features such as recurring billing schedules and automated retries. These capabilities are designed to help create more consistent payment processes without increasing administrative workload.

This integrated approach is particularly relevant for firms looking to reduce manual handling while maintaining visibility across their receivables process. As more accounting practices adopt cloud-based platforms and connected tools, the focus is shifting from simply issuing invoices to creating complete payment workflows that are more reliable and easier to manage.

Security and compliance remain essential

Security and compliance continue to be central considerations when firms evaluate payment platforms. Pinch states on its website that it is PCI-compliant, and also refers to PCI DSS compliance, tokenised card storage, and encrypted payment information. For accounting and bookkeeping firms handling sensitive financial data, these factors are an important part of assessing operational fit and risk management.

Continued focus on Australian accounting firms

Pinch Payments provides payment automation services for Australian businesses, including accountants and bookkeepers. According to its website, the platform supports direct debit, card payments, recurring payments, and accounting software integrations, along with local support in Australia. Following its appearance at the Accounting & Business Expo Sydney 2026, the company continues to position itself around helping firms simplify payment workflows and reduce administrative overhead.