Dow Schofield Watts broadens services to provide fractional support to senior leaders
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Dow Schofield Watts broadens services to provide fractional support to seni...

2m Rachael Kennedy

Dow Schofield Watts broadens services to provide f...

UK-based Dow Schofield Watts (DSW), a mid-market professional services network, announced the creation of a new division called DSW Principal Partners...

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Diversity and inclusion critical to tackling financial talent shortage
Business

Diversity and inclusion critical to tackling financial talent shortage

2m Idris Nagri

Diversity and inclusion critical to tackling finan...

While diversity and inclusion (DE&I) strategies are nothing new, they have risen in importance amongst financial talent when it comes to choosing a pl...

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PwC announces launch of new Cambridge-based digital accelerator
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PwC announces launch of new Cambridge-based digital accelerator

2m Idris Nagri

PwC announces launch of new Cambridge-based digita...

PwC Cambridge launched a new digital accelerator – a 12-week Innovation Programme supported by Multinational Corporations collaborating with tec...

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PwC launches AI assistant tool for tax services
Big Four

PwC launches AI assistant tool for tax services

2m Idris Nagri

PwC launches AI assistant tool for tax services

The tax AI assistant tool cross references and has been trained on case law, legislation and other underlying sources, together with PwC UK’s own IP R...

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Slowing client demand stems promotions at PwC
Audit

Slowing client demand stems promotions at PwC

2m Idris Nagri

Slowing client demand stems promotions at PwC

PwC's decision to delay promotions in its graduate scheme, affecting around 100 graduates, is a response to reduced client demand and the aftermath of...

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The rise and fall of EY's Project Everest
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The rise and fall of EY's Project Everest

2m Idris Nagri

The rise and fall of EY's Project Everest

EY has been undergoing significant cost-cutting measures and streamlining its operations since the abandonment of Project Everest. The firm has made t...

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Top 50+50 Accountancy Firms 2023: Firms report total fee income growth amid market volatility
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Top 50+50 Accountancy Firms 2023: Firms report total fee income growth amid...

2m Rachael King

Top 50+50 Accountancy Firms 2023: Firms report tot...

Mid-market firms experience largest percentage increase in fee income in 2023, as consultancy services start to become leading income streams for the ...

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Can AI eliminate audit scheduling headaches?
Audit

Can AI eliminate audit scheduling headaches?

2m Idris Nagri

Can AI eliminate audit scheduling headaches?

Traditionally, audit schedules have been prepared manually, consuming significant time and resources. However, with the advancements in Artificial Int...

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Baker Tilly International announces record growth
Accounting Firms

Baker Tilly International announces record growth

2m Idris Nagri

Baker Tilly International announces record growth

Baker Tilly International has today announced record global revenues of US$5.2bn for the financial year ended 31 December 2023, up 11% on the previous...

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Why good accountants need to be more visible to small businesses
Accounting Firms

Why good accountants need to be more visible to small businesses

2m Adam Harper

Why good accountants need to be more visible to sm...

Whilst Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) account for around half of the turnover in the UK private sector[1], our own AAT research shows that over a...

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SME's struggle to recruit apprentices due to high costs, BDO report reveals
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SME's struggle to recruit apprentices due to high costs, BDO report reveals

2m Idris Nagri

SME's struggle to recruit apprentices due to high ...

Ending the skills crisis is the top priority for businesses ahead of a general election, but BDO's research shows there are huge regional disparities ...

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FRC seeks to break down barriers to competition in UK audit market
Audit

FRC seeks to break down barriers to competition in UK audit market

2m Idris Nagri

FRC seeks to break down barriers to competition in...

The FRC is promoting initiatives to foster a more competitive market, following recent high-profile accounting scandals. Read More...

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Why 'numbers people' need better people skills
Skills

Why 'numbers people' need better people skills

3m Idris Nagri

Why 'numbers people' need better people skills

Mastering communication skills is crucial for young accountants, not just for presenting numbers but explaining their implications. This can be achiev...

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Accountancy people moves: January 2024
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Accountancy people moves: January 2024

3m Rachael King

Accountancy people moves: January 2024

The ICAEW confirms new vice president, with senior heads appointed at KPMG and EY. Within the mid market, a flurry of end of year partner appointments...

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Hurst launches leadership development program
Skills

Hurst launches leadership development program

3m Idris Nagri

Hurst launches leadership development program

One of the UK’s leading independent accounting firms have launched a new leadership development program for members of its team. Hurst is first ...

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EY's resignation as Asda's auditor highlights importance of personal compliance
Audit

EY's resignation as Asda's auditor highlights importance of personal compli...

3m Idris Nagri

EY's resignation as Asda's auditor highlights impo...

On January 27, it was reported EY had quit as auditor to Asda amid one of its senior partners starting a romantic relationship with billionaire chief ...

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Accountancy and finance sector remains resilient with 4.2% increase in salary
Talent

Accountancy and finance sector remains resilient with 4.2% increase in sala...

3m Idris Nagri

Accountancy and finance sector remains resilient w...

Large regional disparities remain in salaries across the UK, but in general, wages are on the rise. The cost of living is the greatest concern for tho...

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UK government invests half a million to get audit and accountancy qualifications recognised abroad
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UK government invests half a million to get audit and accountancy qualifica...

3m Rachael Kennedy

UK government invests half a million to get audit ...

The UK government has pledged £500,000 to facilitate the recognition of accountancy and audit qualifications abroad. Announced by the Department of Tr...

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Will AI force young accountants back into the office?
Practice

Will AI force young accountants back into the office?

3m Idris Nagri

Will AI force young accountants back into the offi...

Ultimately, firms must adapt to the changing dynamics of the accounting profession by creating attractive office environments that foster collaboratio...

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Malcolm Gomersall steps up as new CEO of Grant Thornton
Accounting Firms

Malcolm Gomersall steps up as new CEO of Grant Thornton

3m Idris Nagri

Malcolm Gomersall steps up as new CEO of Grant Tho...

Grant Thornton UK as confirmed the appointment of Malcolm Gomersall as its new Chief Executive Officer. Gomersall, who has been with the firm for over...

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Technology is a talent magnet for accountants
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Technology is a talent magnet for accountants

3m Idris Nagri

Technology is a talent magnet for accountants

Facing a global talent shortage, accounting firms are turning to technology to attract and retain top talent. Tech-savvy firms offer streamlined opera...

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AI is an emerging risk for auditors, new research shows
Audit

AI is an emerging risk for auditors, new research shows

3m Rachael Kennedy

AI is an emerging risk for auditors, new research ...

Despite the increased interest in AI and ML, only 12% of respondents indicate their organisations have adopted AI and ML within their audit functions....

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The role of auditors in the Post Office scandal: A need for greater accountability?
Audit

The role of auditors in the Post Office scandal: A need for greater account...

3m Idris Nagri

The role of auditors in the Post Office scandal: A...

As the government's independent investigation progresses, it is hoped that a clearer picture will emerge, leading to meaningful reforms within the aud...

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ACCA supports FRC proposals to strengthen auditor requirements
Audit

ACCA supports FRC proposals to strengthen auditor requirements

3m Idris Nagri

ACCA supports FRC proposals to strengthen auditor ...

The proposed enhancements, including the focus on material misstatements arising from non-compliance, the introduction of a risk assessment process, a...

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Salary trends, gender pay gap, and the impact of AAT qualifications on earning potential
Career

Salary trends, gender pay gap, and the impact of AAT qualifications on earn...

3m Idris Nagri

Salary trends, gender pay gap, and the impact of A...

The survey reveals salary progression based on AAT membership levels, regional variations in salaries, gender pay gaps, industry-specific salaries, an...

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FRC imposes £33.2 million fines on audit firms amid crackdown
Audit

FRC imposes £33.2 million fines on audit firms amid crackdown

3m Idris Nagri

FRC imposes £33.2 million fines on audit firms ami...

The Financial Reporting Council's record fines imposed on audit firms in 2023 demonstrate its unwavering commitment to enhancing audit quality. Read M...

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IFA: What’s ahead for 2024?
Business

IFA: What’s ahead for 2024?

3m Institute of Financial Account...

IFA: What’s ahead for 2024?

The IFA's Jonathan Barber shares his predictions for the upcoming year with ESG taking more of a prominence between debates regarding digital transfor...

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