The story of accounting is a story of balance. It’s not just about balancing the books—it’s about the late nights, the second-guessing, and the constant fear that one small mistake could unravel everything. And for business owners without a financial safety net? That pressure can be overwhelming.

In fact, studies show that 30% of accountants report mental health struggles like anxiety and depression while almost 43% of them experience burnout. Why? Long hours, relentless deadlines, and the fear that a single mistake could cause financial chaos to weigh heavily on those managing the books.

Just ask Mia, a final-year student at the University of Technology Sydney. Last year, she launched a tech startup building an AI-powered productivity app. Between coding marathons and pitching to investors, she was already stretched thin.

But when it came to managing the finances? That was the real emotional toll. Late at night, she'd stare at confusing financial reports, worried she'd miss a tax deadline or miscalculate cash flow. Anxiety crept in—was she tracking expenses correctly? Could she afford to hire another developer? The constant mental load of handling financial uncertainty left her exhausted and doubting herself.

And if you're running a business without an in-house CFO who knows the theory of accounting deeply, the stress only multiplies.

How to Ease the Mental Load: