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The new race to control accounting’s reporting layer
At a glance AI is accelerating the automation of routine accounting tasks. The focus is shifting from bookkeeping to reporting and forecasting. Conversational AI assistants are becoming the new user interface. The accountant's role could well shift to supervising...
Strengthening public trust: Why the world needs more professional accountants in government
From a development partner’s standpoint, how does the limited number of professional accountants in the public sector impact transparency,...
4 graphs that show the shifting economics of recruitment
The construction industry saw a large dip in job vacancies this quarter. Recent labour market data points to a slowdown in UK recruitment...
Confidence index finds confidence rising as costs bite
At a glance Latest IoD data shows that business confidence is up, but headwinds continue. Signs of recovering demand post-Budget and resilience...
Your WhatsApp messages could get you sacked
WhatsApp might have started as a casual messaging app for friends, but it has now firmly become embedded in workplace communication – and...
The Supreme Court’s gender ruling has implications for the workplace. Here’s what employees can expect
The decision sparked intense debate across political, legal, and social spheres. But beyond the controversy, one crucial question remains: what...
Fact, fiction and the ledger: what pop culture gets right (and wrong) about accountants
At a glance From Affleck's deadly accountant to Marty Byrde's money laundering, Hollywood loves financial professionals with dark secrets. Films...
A summer survival guide for sole practitioners
At a glance Advance planning and clear client communication are essential for stress-free breaks. Technology and external support provide...
Leading with impact: From business operator to strategic leader
At a glance Accountancy professionals working ‘in’ rather than ‘on’ their business could struggle to grow To thrive, they need to evolve their...
The trend for ‘quiet’ and ‘soft’ quitting is a symptom of our deteriorating relationship with work
Do you find yourself reducing how much effort you make to engage in some “quiet” or “soft” quitting? Or maybe you dream of taking a more decisive...
Mastering effective delegation for business success and personal growth
At a glance Delegation can be challenging for founders as their business grows. Guilt, loss of control and fear of lowering standards can cause...
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