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AAT: HMRC needs more support and longer-term thinking

HMRC AAT: HMRC needs more support and longer-term thinking

1d Adam Harper, Director of professional standards and policy, AAT

AAT: HMRC needs more support and longer-term think...

The proportion of telephone adviser attempts handled declined from 77.3% in 2021, to 71.1% - dropping further adrift of HMRC’s target of 85% Read More...

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Businesses ‘welcome’ BoE’s decision to leave interest rates unchanged

Economy Businesses ‘welcome’ BoE’s decision to leave interest rates unchanged

2d Greg Noble

Businesses ‘welcome’ BoE’s decision to leave inter...

The decision signifies the end of a string of 14 successive rate increases implemented since late 2021, but pause may only be temporary Read More...

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China’s economic miracle – is it ending?

Economy China’s economic miracle – is it ending?

3d Jonathan Ashworth, Chief economist, ACCA

China’s economic miracle – is it ending?

Depending on the methodology used, China is now either the world’s largest or second largest economy Read More...

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Government and accountants must show pandemic-level ‘agility’ to achieve sustainability goals

ESG Government and accountants must show pandemic-level ‘agility’ to achieve sustainability goals

4d Greg Noble

Government and accountants must show pandemic-leve...

The UK is set to meet only 17% of the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals Read More...

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Accountancy Blueprint: Gap analysis for regulatory compliance

Regulation Accountancy Blueprint: Gap analysis for regulatory compliance

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Accountancy Blueprint: Gap analysis for regulatory...

In a world where trust hinges on compliance, this blueprint is a compass to not only meet regulations but also strengthen a firm's reputation and succ...

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Impact of interest rates on businesses will become more visible over the next year, say experts

Business Impact of interest rates on businesses will become more visible over the next year, say experts

1w Greg Noble

Impact of interest rates on businesses will become...

The Bank of England increased interest rates to 5.25% in August, the highest it has been in 15 years Read More...

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How small accountancy practices can save time with integrated software

Technology How small accountancy practices can save time with integrated software

1w Wolters Kluwer | Sponsored

How small accountancy practices can save time with...

In this piece, Wolters Kluwer examine how areas such as compliance, practice management and document management can be streamlined by using integrated...

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Accountancy Age Rankings

Top 50+50 Accountancy Firms 2022

Rankings Top 50+50 Accountancy Firms 2022

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Top 50+50 Accountancy Firms 2022

Celebrating excellence in accountancy practice, the Top 50+50 Accountancy Firms 2022 spotlights top accounting firms in the UK Read More...

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Mid-Tier Power Index 2022

Rankings Mid-Tier Power Index 2022

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Mid-Tier Power Index 2022

The inaugural Mid-Tier Power Index ranking celebrates accountancy excellence Read More...

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35 Under 35 2022

Rankings 35 Under 35 2022

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35 Under 35 2022

The 35 Under 35 ranking spotlights young professionals within the accountancy industry who have made significant contributions to their fields, career...

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Top 21 International Alliances and Associations 2021

Rankings Top 21 International Alliances and Associations 2021

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Top 21 International Alliances and Associations 20...

The Accountancy Age Top 21 International Alliances and Associations 2021 promotes excellence in the accountancy industry worldwide by ranking accounta...

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Top 25 International Networks 2021

Rankings Top 25 International Networks 2021

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Top 25 International Networks 2021

The Accountancy Age Top 25 International Networks 2021 promotes excellence in the accountancy industry worldwide by ranking accountancy organisations ...

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Top Reads

B Corp status ‘invaluable’ to attracting new employees 

Accounting Firms B Corp status ‘invaluable’ to attracting new employees 

9m Greg Noble

B Corp status ‘invaluable’ to attracting new emplo...

BKL became the first major accountancy firm to acquire B Corp status, increasing its attractiveness to new talent Read More...

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FRC to address ‘failing audit market’ with competitiveness measures

Audit FRC to address ‘failing audit market’ with competitiveness measures

10m Sam Alberti

FRC to address ‘failing audit market’ with competi...

The Financial Reporting Council (FRC) has unveiled plans to stimulate competition and resilience in the UK audit market, with a view to remedying the ...

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MTD: A chance for accountants to show their worth

Accounting Firms MTD: A chance for accountants to show their worth

10m Greg Noble

MTD: A chance for accountants to show their worth

The upcoming MTD for income tax self-assessment deadline opens the door for accountants to play a key advisory role once more  Read More...

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‘Financial hygiene’ and cost control key to surviving the recession, advisors say

Business Recovery ‘Financial hygiene’ and cost control key to surviving the recession, advisors say

10m Rob Griffin

‘Financial hygiene’ and cost control key to surviv...

Advisory firms must offer a “more supportive” and holistic approach to clients amid the economic downturn Read More...

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Mid-tier accountants can beat biggest firms in talent market, experts say

Accounting Firms Mid-tier accountants can beat biggest firms in talent market, experts say

10m Rachel Gordon

Mid-tier accountants can beat biggest firms in tal...

Benefits, apprenticeships, culture, and regional desirability are among the key factors, according to market participants Read More...

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The importance of filling the skills gap in the accountancy sector

Talent The importance of filling the skills gap in the accountancy sector

10m Sonia Sharma

The importance of filling the skills gap in the ac...

The skills gap between staff and partners has widened in recent years because of many factors, creating a significant challenge for firms. Read More...

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Audit reform causing work to ‘cascade down’ through the market

Audit Audit reform causing work to ‘cascade down’ through the market

10m Paul Hanaphy

Audit reform causing work to ‘cascade down’ throug...

Industry leaders say audit changes are already creating opportunities for mid-tier firms Read More...

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The State of Client Engagement Report

Accounting Firms The State of Client Engagement Report

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The State of Client Engagement Report

The rules of engagement are changing but remain as important as they ever were. Engagement is an absolute priority for firms, with over 75 % citing it...

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Delayed but not forgotten: MTD for ITSA

Accounting Firms Delayed but not forgotten: MTD for ITSA

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Delayed but not forgotten: MTD for ITSA

In spite of delays, MTD for ITSA remains a crticial component of the UK government's push to modernise the tax system. Read More...

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Taking control of client relationships with engagement letters

Accounting Firms Taking control of client relationships with engagement letters

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Taking control of client relationships with engage...

The best way to safeguard your working relationship is by having your client sign a comprehensive engagement letter. Signed by, an engagement letter c...

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E-invoicing compliance: A world of complex challenges for global organisations

Accounting Software E-invoicing compliance: A world of complex challenges for global organisations

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E-invoicing compliance: A world of complex challen...

The Thomson Reuters report addresses the compliance challenges that global organisations are facing including the adoption of e-invoicing and the tech...

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ACCA Learning – the home of all your current and future learning needs!

Accounting Firms ACCA Learning – the home of all your current and future learning needs!

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ACCA Learning – the home of all your current and f...

Expert resources for flexible continuous learning, from ACCA and their partners. Read More...

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Customer success story BHP

Accounting Firms Customer success story BHP

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Customer success story BHP

Caseware Cloud Audit has enhanced BHP’s audit workflow, made it possible for the firm to hire staff exclusively for remote audits, and improved the ex...

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