Securing the right talent when scaling for growth

Skills Securing the right talent when scaling for growth

2m Rachel Gordon

Securing the right talent when scaling for growth

Forward-looking accounting practices across the UK are looking to set themselves up for the future – they are actively using data to make targeted tec...

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Universities are adapting, so must accountancy education

Coronavirus Universities are adapting, so must accountancy education

3y Alta Prinsloo

Universities are adapting, so must accountancy edu...

For nearly four centuries, higher education has pushed students to define their role in society.  In a society upended by pandemic, however, the scrip...

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Proposed Level 6 degree apprenticeship backed by IFA and NHS

Training & CPD Proposed Level 6 degree apprenticeship backed by IFA and NHS

3y Shannon Moyer

Proposed Level 6 degree apprenticeship backed by I...

Bridging the gap between Level 4 and 7 qualifications, the proposed Level 6 degree would act as middle-ground for new accountants. Read More...

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Accountancy on the move: How to take UK qualifications worldwide

Career Accountancy on the move: How to take UK qualifications worldwide

3y Shannon Moyer

Accountancy on the move: How to take UK qualificat...

With accounting qualifications and standards varying around the world, here’s the best way to take your UK credentials with you wherever you go. Read ...

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EY Foundation charity supports record number of young people

People Business EY Foundation charity supports record number of young people

3y Shannon Moyer

EY Foundation charity supports record number of yo...

The EY Foundation charity supports a new wave of talent, helping to fight postcode inequality and provide valuable work experience to underprivileged ...

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New National Training Academy launched by MHA

Training & CPD New National Training Academy launched by MHA

4y Chris Jewers

New National Training Academy launched by MHA

The initiative will provide training materials and courses for staff, including professional accountancy qualifications, soft skills such as mentoring...

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IFA encourages CPD forward planning

Accounting Firms IFA encourages CPD forward planning

4y Leanna Reeves

IFA encourages CPD forward planning

The Institute of Financial Accountants points to accountants failing to achieve CPD credits, while many are leaving it late. Read More...

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ACA qualification to incorporate emerging technologies from 2021

Accounting Firms ACA qualification to incorporate emerging technologies from 2021

4y Leanna Reeves

ACA qualification to incorporate emerging technolo...

ICAEW plans to improve ACA qualification by including emerging technologies through its new collaboration with financial data analytics software compa...

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ICAEW calls for more flexible Apprenticeship Levy

Training & CPD ICAEW calls for more flexible Apprenticeship Levy

4y Chris Jewers

ICAEW calls for more flexible Apprenticeship Levy

The accountancy sector has benefited significantly from apprenticeships, which have helped plug the skills gap and support growth among small practice...

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CIMA removes exemption fees

Training & CPD CIMA removes exemption fees

4y Chris Jewers

CIMA removes exemption fees

In doing so, the CIMA becomes the first accounting body to remove exemption fees, saying they want to encourage accessibility and social mobility. Rea...

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Everything you need to know about the ICAS qualification

Training & CPD Everything you need to know about the ICAS qualification

4y Beth McLoughlin

Everything you need to know about the ICAS qualifi...

The costs, timings and routes into becoming an ICAS-certified CA Read More...

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What is the AAT and how do you enrol for an AAT qualification?

Training & CPD What is the AAT and how do you enrol for an AAT qualification?

4y Gareth Platt

What is the AAT and how do you enrol for an AAT qu...

Find out all you need to know about the AAT and how you can get an AAT qualification Read More...

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ACCA vs ACA: what’s the difference?

Training & CPD ACCA vs ACA: what’s the difference?

4y Rebecca Brace

ACCA vs ACA: what’s the difference?

Find out what the difference is between the two accounting qualifications and which one is best for you Read More...

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How to bring an allegation of sexual misconduct in the workplace

Career How to bring an allegation of sexual misconduct in the workplace

5y Kirsty Churm, Employment lawyer, Kingsley Napley LLP

How to bring an allegation of sexual misconduct in...

The #MeToo movement has brought sexual misconduct to the forefront now more than ever, and businesses will listen to you if you need to report it at w...

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Employees at Big Four firm PwC can now choose their own working hours

Practice Employees at Big Four firm PwC can now choose their own working hours

5y Lucy Skoulding, Reporter

Employees at Big Four firm PwC can now choose thei...

In a survey of 2000 people, 46% said they would prioritise flexible working and a work-life balance the most when looking for a new job Read More...

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One year on: how successful was CIMA's joint venture with the AICPA?

Career One year on: how successful was CIMA's joint venture with the AICPA?

5y Lucy Skoulding, Reporter

One year on: how successful was CIMA's joint ventu...

Accountancy Age spoke to Andrew Harding, the Association's CEO-management accounting, about careers, the future of management accountancy, and the joi...

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How to move into accountancy from from another career

Career How to move into accountancy from from another career

5y AVADO | Sponsored

How to move into accountancy from from another car...

The prospect of changing careers can be worrying, but you shouldn't let that put you off if it's your dream Read More...

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Deal signed between ICAS and US accounting bodies

Business Deal signed between ICAS and US accounting bodies

5y Lucy Skoulding, Reporter

Deal signed between ICAS and US accounting bodies

The agreement will create opportunities for professionals to work in other countries Read More...

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Targeting trainees: Implementing effective training schemes for Generation Z

Training & CPD Targeting trainees: Implementing effective training schemes for Generation Z

6y Emma Smith, Managing Editor

Targeting trainees: Implementing effective trainin...

Implementing effective audit training schemes for millennials can be difficult, so how can you better understand how your trainees process information...

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AAT approved as apprentice assessment organisation

Accounting Standards AAT approved as apprentice assessment organisation

6y Accountancy Age editorial

AAT approved as apprentice assessment organisation

The AAT will deliver the end point assessments for the apprenticeships Read More...

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PwC CEE strikes partnership with LSBF

Accounting Firms PwC CEE strikes partnership with LSBF

6y Accountancy Age editorial

PwC CEE strikes partnership with LSBF

The London School of Business & Finance has become the official provider of ACCA tuition materials for the PwC CEE Academy Read More...

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Nine steps for managing an accountancy disciplinary investigation

Accounting Firms Nine steps for managing an accountancy disciplinary investigation

6y Accountancy Age

Nine steps for managing an accountancy disciplinar...

Do you have an investigation looming large over you? Kingsley Napley's Julie Matheson goes through the best strategies to manage the process Read More...

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CIMA opens door to CIPFA members

Accounting Standards CIMA opens door to CIPFA members

6y Stephanie Wix, Writer

CIMA opens door to CIPFA members

An accelerated entry route into CIMA for CIPFA members is launched Read More...

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Opinion: A Darwinian approach to the future of accountancy is needed

Accounting Firms Opinion: A Darwinian approach to the future of accountancy is needed

7y Kevin Reed, Writer

Opinion: A Darwinian approach to the future of acc...

New BDO managing partner Paul Eagland reflects with Accountancy Age on which historical figure he would like to seek advice from - and what they would...

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Why students should apply for accountancy firms' school leaver programmes

Accounting Firms Why students should apply for accountancy firms' school leaver programmes

7y Accountancy Age, Reporters

Why students should apply for accountancy firms' s...

Accountancy firm school leaver programmes really do open the door to a whole new career and immerse you in the world of work from the get go Read More...

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NHS accountant named best in the world in accountancy exam

Institutes NHS accountant named best in the world in accountancy exam

7y Richard Crump, Writer

NHS accountant named best in the world in accounta...

A finance assistant at University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust (UHCW) is celebrating after being named the top in the world in an acc...

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Developing a ‘ladder to leadership’ in professional services

People Practice Developing a ‘ladder to leadership’ in professional services

7y Richard Crump, Writer

Developing a ‘ladder to leadership’ in professiona...

Leaders in professional services such as accountancy require a particular skillset. Chief executives in such roles must be able to build consensus for...

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