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
IFRS 2025: IFRS for SMEs
Part of a series on 2025 IFRS Updates. IFRS for SMEs is a simplified model of the full IFRS Accounting Standards for use by small and medium-sized entities. This short course explores the recently updated edition of the standard issued in February 2025.
IFRS 2025: Introducing IFRS 19
Part of a series on 2025 IFRS Updates. Disclosures form the most voluminous part of the annual financial statements, increasing time, effort and cost for preparers. IFRS 19 attempts to redress this balance by allowing reduced disclosures for qualifying organisations.
IFRS 2025: Sustainability Disclosure Standards
Part of a series on 2025 IFRS Updates. This module explores the IFRS Sustainability Disclosure Standards, current guidance, and potential future developments.
Intangibles Are a Grey Area
It's deja vu, as some old chestnuts rear their heads all over again when accounting for intangibles.
Internal Auditing: A Risk Based Approach
The Internal audit function plays a crucial role in managing and mitigating an organisation's risks. This course provides insight into this area and teaches you the key elements in planning, executing, and reporting on internal audit assignments.
International Reform Remains a Taxing Issue
Two years on international tax realignment is still not quite there yet.
Keep Your Eyes on the Ball
Businesses and their auditors must not lose sight of the big picture - risk is all around us.
Latest Economic Update
The overall picture is still mixed, and the outlook remains very uncertain. Central bankers seem intent on raising interest rates further as inflation is proving stubbornly persistent.