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

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

1y 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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Malcolm Gomersall steps up as new CEO of Grant Thornton
Accounting Firms

Malcolm Gomersall steps up as new CEO of Grant Thornton

1y Accountancy Age

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
Practice

Technology is a talent magnet for accountants

1y Accountancy Age

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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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...

1y Accountancy Age

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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Evelyn Partners launches new graduate programme
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Evelyn Partners launches new graduate programme

1y Accountancy Age

Evelyn Partners launches new graduate programme

Graduates on Evelyn Partners' new programme will work on front office financial planning tasks alongside studying for the Personal Finance Society Dip...

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Accountancy people moves: December2023
Company News

Accountancy people moves: December2023

1y Rachael Kennedy

Accountancy people moves: December2023

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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How much of a threat is the talent shortage to the accounting profession?
Skills

How much of a threat is the talent shortage to the accounting profession?

1y Accountancy Age

How much of a threat is the talent shortage to the...

It is crucial to showcase the exciting and diverse opportunities that a career in accounting offers and dispel misconceptions about the profession Rea...

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What to expect in 2024 (it's not just AI!)
Business

What to expect in 2024 (it's not just AI!)

1y Rachael Kennedy

What to expect in 2024 (it's not just AI!)

The accountancy market in the UK is on the brink of transformation in 2024. As technology continues to advance and the business landscape evolves, acc...

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PwC alters recruitment process to foster diversity and inclusion
Big Four

PwC alters recruitment process to foster diversity and inclusion

1y Accountancy Age

PwC alters recruitment process to foster diversity...

School leavers and graduates will be able to advance up to a £1000 of their first month’s salary Read More...

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Accountancy people moves: November 2023
Company News

Accountancy people moves: November 2023

1y Rachael King

Accountancy people moves: November 2023

KPMG confirms reappointment of it's UK chair, while EY announces Janet Truncale as the next EY global chair and CEO Read More...

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Is there a need to diversify the accounting talent pool?
Skills

Is there a need to diversify the accounting talent pool?

1y Accountancy Age

Is there a need to diversify the accounting talent...

The evolving accounting industry now demands a more diverse talent pool, encompassing not only technological proficiency and strategic business unders...

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CIMA vs ACCA: Unravelling the prestige of accounting qualifications
Career

CIMA vs ACCA: Unravelling the prestige of accounting qualifications

1y Accountancy Age

CIMA vs ACCA: Unravelling the prestige of accounti...

Explore how the choice between CIMA and ACCA qualifications can shape your career path in accounting, offering distinct opportunities and challenges i...

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What UK firms should learn from the US accountant shortage
Business

What UK firms should learn from the US accountant shortage

1y Accountancy Age

What UK firms should learn from the US accountant ...

Explore how UK accounting firms can learn from the US accountant shortage to navigate industry challenges and seize opportunities for growth and innov...

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The value-add of NED roles for accountants
People In Practice

The value-add of NED roles for accountants

1y Accountancy Age

The value-add of NED roles for accountants

Discover how the strategic leap to a Non-Executive Director role can redefine your accounting career, one boardroom at a time Read More...

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Harnessing technology to attract and retain talent in accounting
Skills

Harnessing technology to attract and retain talent in accounting

1y Accountancy Age

Harnessing technology to attract and retain talent...

Discover where technology reshaping career paths, and becoming the key to attracting and retaining top talent in our comprehensive analysis Read More...

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Accountancy people moves: October 2023
Company News

Accountancy people moves: October 2023

1y Greg Noble

Accountancy people moves: October 2023

The ICAEW has announced the appointment of its forthcoming chief executive Read More...

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Salary trends for newly qualified accountants: A market analysis
Skills

Salary trends for newly qualified accountants: A market analysis

1y Accountancy Age

Salary trends for newly qualified accountants: A m...

While salaries and bonuses are important, employees also value flexible working, learning and development, and a clear path to progression Read More...

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Navigating the trifecta: Outsourcing, automation, and upskilling
Client Enagagement

Navigating the trifecta: Outsourcing, automation, and upskilling

1y Accountancy Age

Navigating the trifecta: Outsourcing, automation, ...

Explore how the balanced integration of outsourcing, automation, and upskilling can significantly enhance operational efficiency, client satisfaction,...

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Upskilling accountants in data should be preferred option for firms, experts say
Accounting Firms

Upskilling accountants in data should be preferred option for firms, expert...

1y Greg Noble

Upskilling accountants in data should be preferred...

A data scientist tends to stay in their position for approximately 1.7 years on average Read More...

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Changing ‘perception’ of accountancy profession key to attracting Gen Z
Skills

Changing ‘perception’ of accountancy profession key to attracting Gen Z

1y Greg Noble

Changing ‘perception’ of accountancy profession ke...

66% of 16-25-year-olds believe there is a shortage of accountancy careers advice available Read More...

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Accounting profession must collaborate to keep up with tech developments, experts say
Talent

Accounting profession must collaborate to keep up with tech developments, ...

2y Greg Noble

Accounting profession must collaborate to keep up ...

ICAS will undertake a major chartered accountant syllabus refresh in 2024 Read More...

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ISSB standards provide a ‘real purpose’ for young people to join accountancy profession
Accounting Firms

ISSB standards provide a ‘real purpose’ for young people to join accountanc...

2y Greg Noble

ISSB standards provide a ‘real purpose’ for young ...

The standards will become effective for periods commencing on or after 1 January 2024 Read More...

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DEI initiatives: How Mazars, Haysmacintyre hope to win the talent war
Accounting Firms

DEI initiatives: How Mazars, Haysmacintyre hope to win the talent war

2y Greg Noble

DEI initiatives: How Mazars, Haysmacintyre hope to...

DEI initiatives can help accountancy firms put their best foot forward with the youngest generation in the workforce, experts suggest Read More...

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May People Moves: Mid-market firms shuffle accountancy talent
Practice

May People Moves: Mid-market firms shuffle accountancy talent

2y Greg Noble

May People Moves: Mid-market firms shuffle account...

In May, we unpack the wave of activity in several mid-market firms, as well as the latest moves across regulators and trade bodies Read More...

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Tech and meaningful work boost accounting talent pipeline
Recruitment

Tech and meaningful work boost accounting talent pipeline

2y Nick Williams

Tech and meaningful work boost accounting talent p...

Ahead of its Get Connected events in Birmingham and Manchester, QuickBooks is promoting the role of tech for talent retention, more meaningful work, a...

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Sustainable accounting: The future of talent management
ESG

Sustainable accounting: The future of talent management

2y Nash Riggins

Sustainable accounting: The future of talent manag...

Motivation and productivity can bolster a firm’s ability to retain and attract talent. But small commitments towards reducing your firm’s carbon footp...

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UK accounting sector needs to put more emphasis on its people
Recruitment

UK accounting sector needs to put more emphasis on its people

2y Rachael King

UK accounting sector needs to put more emphasis on...

Latest review of top 100 firms reveals attrition rates are rising. Firms will need to think about what sets them apart to remain competitive in tight ...

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