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The Briefcase 2: The 5 Biggest Accounting Scandals of All Time
From Enron to Satyam, discover the five biggest accounting scandals of all time, how they happened, who got burned, and what every accountant can learn from the wreckage.
Accountants in the Spotlight
Discover how accountants are portrayed in TV and film, from cult heroes to comedy icons, and why the profession deserves more credit than it gets.
The History of Accounting
From Mesopotamian clay tablets to modern ledgers, the history of accounting spans continents and civilisations.
Posted on: 4th Sep 2024Using ChatGPT to Assist with Excel
By: Alan Murray | 2 min read | 0When AI comes up in conversation, ChatGPT is often the first tool that springs to mind. But how can accountants make the most of it?
Posted on: 3rd Sep 2024Regulator Slaps Huge Fine on H2O
By: Wayne Bartlett | 3 min read | 0The FCA recently found that H2O has not adequately fulfilled its responsibilities towards investors and it has been agreed that they will pay out €250 million to them in lieu of paying a fine.
Posted on: 28th Aug 2024The Future of Digital Reporting in the UK
By: accountingcpd | 1 min read | 0The FRC has launched a discussion paper on the future of digital reporting in the UK, seeking stakeholder feedback on new regulatory changes and digital standards.
Posted on: 14th Aug 20243 Differences in CPD Requirements Worldwide
By: accountingcpd | 3 min read | 0CPD requirements for accountants vary across different countries and professional bodies, here we discuss three areas where there are significant differences.
Posted on: 6th Aug 2024Introducing Rachel Reeves
By: Lisa Weaver | 2 min read | 0Rachel Reeves, the first female Chancellor of the Exchequer, has a strong economic background. Will she be supportive of accounting and finance professionals now she is in power?
Posted on: 30th Jul 20243 Similarities in CPD Requirements Worldwide
By: accountingcpd | 2 min read | 0CPD requirements for chartered accountants around the world vary significantly. However, there are some key common themes and similarities that are worth highlighting.
Posted on: 24th Jul 2024Institute of Directors publishes consultation document on a code of conduct for directors
By: accountingcpd | 1 min read | 0The IoD UK has recently published a consultation document on a Code of Conduct for Directors; a practical tool to help directors make better decisions. It also will provide leaders with a behavioural framework to help them build and maintain trust in
Posted on: 18th Jul 2024Audit Reform Given the Green Light
By: Steve Collings | 3 min read | 0In his speech on 17 July 2024, the King confirmed that the Draft Audit Reform and Corporate Governance Bill would be given the go ahead.
Posted on: 3rd Jul 2024Tax Reform Wishlist
By: Andy Rainford | 3 min read | 0Andrew Rainford shares a bucket list of ten tax reforms he’d like to see the winner of the UK general election introduce.