How to choose the right accounting software as a small business
Accounting Software

How to choose the right accounting software as a small business

3m Rachael Kennedy

How to choose the right accounting software as a s...

With so many accounting software options on the market today, from QuickBooks to FreshBooks to Xero, it can be overwhelming for small business owners ...

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Assessing the expected lifespan of technology can boost earnings and reduce costs - here's how
Digital assets

Assessing the expected lifespan of technology can boost earnings and reduce...

3m Accountancy Age

Assessing the expected lifespan of technology can ...

Big Tech companies have boosted profits by extending their servers' estimated life, reducing depreciation charges. However, overestimation can lead to...

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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

3m Accountancy Age

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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Navigating the new normal: The strategic turn to outsourcing in R&D tax services
R&D

Navigating the new normal: The strategic turn to outsourcing in R&D tax ser...

3m Rachael Kennedy

Navigating the new normal: The strategic turn to o...

Amidst complex regulations and a crackdown on fraud, UK accounting firms are increasingly turning to outsourcing as a strategic approach to ensure com...

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To buy or not to buy? That is the technical question
Technology

To buy or not to buy? That is the technical question

3m Accountancy Age

To buy or not to buy? That is the technical questi...

While in-house tech can offer tailored solutions and a competitive edge, market solutions provide access to advanced technology without significant in...

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Why 'numbers people' need better people skills
Skills

Why 'numbers people' need better people skills

3m Accountancy Age

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
Company News

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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R&D tax changes risk deterring business investment, Lords report warns
HMRC

R&D tax changes risk deterring business investment, Lords report warns

3m Accountancy Age

R&D tax changes risk deterring business investment...

The House of Lords Economic Affairs Finance Bill Sub-Committee has published a report today (February 1) raising concerns over the Government’s ...

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9 Use Cases of AI in Accounts Payable Operations
AP

9 Use Cases of AI in Accounts Payable Operations

3m Accountancy Age

9 Use Cases of AI in Accounts Payable Operations

In the current dynamic business environment, finance departments are constantly grappling with the management of large volumes of invoices, expense re...

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Hurst launches leadership development program
Skills

Hurst launches leadership development program

3m Accountancy Age

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 Accountancy Age

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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IESBA floats stricter ESG reporting standards for review
Accounting Standards

IESBA floats stricter ESG reporting standards for review

3m Accountancy Age

IESBA floats stricter ESG reporting standards for ...

The creation of an effective sustainability standards infrastructure requires not only high-quality sustainability reporting and assurance standards, ...

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Begbies Trainor report says 47,000 UK businesses are at risk of collapse
Brexit & Economy

Begbies Trainor report says 47,000 UK businesses are at risk of collapse

3m Accountancy Age

Begbies Trainor report says 47,000 UK businesses a...

The construction and property sectors, among others, bear the brunt of the crisis. Urgent measures are necessary to alleviate the burden of debt and f...

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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 Accountancy Age

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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Research shows a significant increase in HMRC tax investigations – now a quarter of a million opened per year
Tax

Research shows a significant increase in HMRC tax investigations – now a qu...

3m Accountancy Age

Research shows a significant increase in HMRC tax ...

HMRC tax investigations into individuals and small businesses have increased in the last year from 232,000 in 2021/22 to 248,000 in 2022/23*, accordin...

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Ensuring compliance with the ICAEW's new CPD requirements
Uncategorized

Ensuring compliance with the ICAEW's new CPD requirements

3m Accountancy Age

Ensuring compliance with the ICAEW's new CPD requi...

The ICAEW now requires a minimum number of CPD training hours annually, with at least 1 hour of ethics training. Read More...

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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...

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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HMRC to mandate payrolling of benefits from April 2026: Implications and preparations for accountants
Business

HMRC to mandate payrolling of benefits from April 2026: Implications and pr...

3m Accountancy Age

HMRC to mandate payrolling of benefits from April ...

This regulatory update aims to simplify the reporting process, reduce administrative burdens, increase accuracy, and provide real-time reporting capab...

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Will AI force young accountants back into the office?
Practice

Will AI force young accountants back into the office?

3m Accountancy Age

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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Dains Group bolsters market presence with acquisition of two strategic firms
Mergers And Acquisitions

Dains Group bolsters market presence with acquisition of two strategic firm...

3m Accountancy Age

Dains Group bolsters market presence with acquisit...

Dains Group has announced the successful acquisition of two strategic businesses, McInerney Saunders Chartered Accountants and Magma Chartered Account...

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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 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

3m 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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Devils in the details: Rectifying accounting errors
Legal

Devils in the details: Rectifying accounting errors

3m Accountancy Age

Devils in the details: Rectifying accounting error...

Accounting errors can distort financial statements and mislead stakeholders, as seen in the recent ADM case. This article guides you through identifyi...

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ACCA survey reveals declining confidence among accountants,
Brexit & Economy

ACCA survey reveals declining confidence among accountants,

3m Accountancy Age

ACCA survey reveals declining confidence among acc...

The GECS report indicates that concerns among accountants about increased costs have eased slightly. However, these concerns remain elevated by histor...

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Jeremy Hunt hints at further tax cuts at Davos: What accountants need to know
Budget

Jeremy Hunt hints at further tax cuts at Davos: What accountants need to kn...

3m Rachael Kennedy

Jeremy Hunt hints at further tax cuts at Davos: Wh...

UK Chancellor Jeremy Hunt has hinted at the possibility of further tax cuts in the upcoming spring Budget, during his time at the World Economic Forum...

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84% of tax professionals fear double taxation as Pillar 2 looms
Corporate Tax

84% of tax professionals fear double taxation as Pillar 2 looms

3m Accountancy Age

84% of tax professionals fear double taxation as P...

The legislation, which introduces a global minimum tax of at least 15% for multinational enterprises, aims to limit tax competition and ensure large c...

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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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