Burnout is a real concern in the accountancy sector, and it’s becoming increasingly common. Long hours, heavy workloads and high-pressure environments all play a part. But the signs are not always easy to recognise or talk about. Many accountants feel pressure to keep going, even when stress is affecting their mental health, physical wellbeing or finances. Understanding what burnout looks like is the first step towards preventing it, managing it and getting the right support.
We offer two types of emotional support, giving you space to talk things through in a way that feels right for you:
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63% of accountants said their work environment contributed to feelings of burnout
45% said indicators of burnout impacted their ability to work or prompted time off
54% said feelings of burnout affected their ability to maintain a healthy work-life balance
We surveyed Chartered Accountants from across the UK and found that 74% have experienced indictors of burnout in the past year. Furthermore, 63% said their current work environment contributed to feelings of burnout.
The accountant burnout report examines key contributing factors and knock-on effects of burnout amongst accountants, uncovers why many do not seek help, and offers guidance to help manage accountancy burnout.
Burnout is when we feel overwhelmed emotionally and physically, so much so, it becomes almost impossible to function in our work or personal life or both. Burnout affects people in different ways, but there are common signs to look out for. Discover what they are by reading this article.
It can be challenging to know how and when to support someone who’s feeling overwhelmed. Here we take a look at how to identify stress in other people, and how you can support them.
Read more from our mental health expert, Kirsty Lilley, as she shares her thoughts and advice on how chartered accountants and ICAEW members can prevent and address burnout at work.
If you recognise yourself in the indicators and experiences of accountancy burnout, it's important that you take steps to change course, as soon as possible. While burnout is best addressed early on, before it significantly impacts your wellbeing, the next best time to act is now.
We’re here to help you find the right support for you, whether that's talking to our registered counsellors or joining our safe and confidential support community to chat to others going through similar experiences.
