Accounting practice management software provider Karbon has expanded its Practice Marketplace to include all accounting firms looking to buy or sell.
The platform, which launched in September 2024 for the company’s customers, is designed to facilitate firm acquisitions through a digital-first approach.
Besides, Karbon introduced the Partners Marketplace, which links firms with mergers and acquisitions (M&A) advisors, Karbon-certified implementers, business coaches, and other professionals to offer guidance through the transition process.
Karbon CEO Mary Delaney said: “A successful merger relies on alignment of culture, team, tech stack, and processes. And with Practice Marketplace by Karbon, it’s now easier for firm owners to be part of the same life-changing process.
“Karbon exists to empower accounting firms to thrive. This initiative is another way we are supporting firms in their journey and enabling them to thrive—whatever that is to them.”
Now, firms looking to sell can list on the Practice Marketplace for a fee, while buyers are required to be fully implemented on Karbon.
This structure is intended to improve efficiency and facilitate smoother acquisitions by integrating the company’s tools and processes.
Firms from the US, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, UK and South Africa are currently using the platform.
As industry consolidation ramps up and private equity interest increases, the expanded Practice Marketplace aims to offer firms a structured approach to succession planning and (M&A) opportunities.
Karbon Practice Marketplace program lead Joe Carufe said: “Practice Marketplace by Karbon provides selling firms with exposure to the best firms globally for a successful exit, while also giving our Karbon-enabled buyers a new and highly qualified source of acquisition opportunities.
“Beyond just connecting buyers and sellers, we’re helping firms work with industry-leading M&A experts and business coaches to navigate today’s rapidly changing market, ensuring they thrive through succession and strategic growth.”
