About Wayne Bartlett
Dr Wayne Bartlett, Fellow of ACCA and an MBA is Managing Director of Phoenix Management Consultancy Ltd.
He is an internationally acclaimed speaker and trainer on all aspects of public and private sector accounting and auditing standards. He has worked extensively for the World Bank and IMF in over 40 countries, helping to develop the profession.
After 7 years in the NHS in the UK, Wayne joined the UK Home Office as Head of Accountancy Advice. He has since worked as a consultant both in the UK and internationally, working with the World Bank, the IMF, the European Union, AusAid and DFID.
He has been instrumental in the establishment of the audit profession in Kosovo and has helped develop auditing in many countries, from Romania to the Philippines. He has taken lead roles in the development of new professional bodies and the accounting profession in Mozambique and Rwanda and in recent years has been extensively involved in developing financial reporting in many countries across the globe.
Wayne is the author of accountingcpd's suite of courses on IFRS as well as our annual IFRS Update. He is also the author of a suite of thematic auditing courses.
What makes Wayne tick?
Wayne is passionate about delivering good financial results whilst at the same time ensuring sustainability for future generations.
CPD Courses
The Productivity Paradox
Widespread labour shortages are complicating an already complex challenge: how to increase productivity whilst meeting the needs of the workforce.
The Rise of Quality Management in Audit
Did you know that quality management has become increasingly important in accounting? Use this bite to discover its key elements and how to implement effective quality management in audit.
The RTE Scandal and Lessons for Directors
Many in Ireland are gripped by the RTE payment scandal. While a few details remain uncertain, there are some clear lessons for directors.
The Season of Goodwill
Goodwill continues to create headaches, as Elon Musk demonstrates with Twitter. Ongoing discussions by Standard setters highlight a knotty problem that won't go away.
The True Cost of Redundancies
Is boom and bust a thing of the past? The banking sector would suggest not.
The Wild Frontier of Cryptocurrency
Greater regulation and improved security is required before cryptocurrencies can become mainstream.
Time for a Materiality Check
A small error to one person can be a major problem for another. This bite is a reminder that materiality is often a question of perspective.
Towards a More Sustainable Future
The ISSB research agenda gives some hints on their priorities for the Sustainability Standards.
US GAAP: A Guide for Non-US GAAP Users
US GAAP is a key area of financial reporting, not only because the USA is the world's largest economy, but it's a framework used by many global corporations. Familiarise yourself with its principles, standards, and its comparisons with IFRS, in this course.
Writing Effective Financial Reports
How do you make sure a report communicates effectively and tells the right story? Maximise the impact of your reports with practical tips and guidance.