Mazars and Xero announce three-year global framework agreement

15 February 2024 - Mazars awarded Xero Global Partner status, Xero becomes cloud accounting solution for Mazars member firms globally

Mazars, the international audit, tax and advisory firm, today announced a three-year global agreement with Xero, the global small business platform, from which the firm will be awarded Xero Global Partner status. The firm’s clients will have greater collaboration with their advisors and insights across the Mazars network, combined with the benefit of real-time financial data through Xero’s cloud accounting solutions.

Having already benefited from using Xero in several regions, the new agreement means Xero can now be offered to more Mazars member firms in the 100+ countries and territories around the world in which it operates.

The combined power of Xero and advisors across the Mazars global network enables business owners and emerging enterprises to make better decisions every day as a result of up-to-date, accurate financial data and expert insights through innovative technology.

On expanding use of the Xero platform across the Mazars network, Partner and leader of the firm’s accounting and advisory service line, Jason Pourakis said: “Providing efficient solutions and excellent service for our clients is a priority. Businesses are under increasing pressure and considerations for leaders are growing in the current climate. Delivering support and advice in key areas through the Xero platform harnesses an exceptional solution with the best of our specialist expertise worldwide. As a result, clients will be able to make critical decisions faster and with more confidence as they accelerate their growth plans.” 

Ashley Grech, Chief Revenue Officer at Xero said: “We’re excited to take our relationship with Mazars to the next level, and this new global relationship allows us to bring greater value from Xero to Mazars member firms and their clients. Mazars member firms around the world are already experiencing the benefits of using Xero to drive efficiencies, and we look forward to working alongside Mazars to continue delivering an exceptional experience for their customers as they expand into new and developing markets. With Xero serving as a consistent cloud accounting platform, Mazars can easily align their strategy and processes, and support day-to-day financial decisions with their clients while providing even deeper insights at scale.”

Xero recognises global agreements with large organisations like Mazars that support deeper utilisation of Xero globally, providing the firm with significant status and additional benefits. Mazars aadvisors will also have the opportunity to access resources and education to develop further expertise in cloud accounting through the Xero platform.

About Xero

Xero is a global small business platform with 3.95 million subscribers which includes a core accounting solution, payroll, workforce management, expenses and projects. Xero also has an extensive ecosystem of connected apps and connections to banks and other financial institutions helping small businesses access a range of solutions from within Xero’s open platform to help them run their business and manage their finances. Xero is a FIFA Women’s Football partner.