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Community boosts joint effort on fraud prevention
- 29 Apr 2024
- ICAEW Insights
Fraud Advisory Panel initiative facilitates cross-sector collaboration – helping organisations with risk mitigation and highlighting career opportunities in the counter fraud field.
Call for government-endorsed framework to push D&I
- 25 Apr 2024
- ICAEW Insights
Organisations struggling to create more inclusive workplaces, despite the huge sums of money being devoted to workplace diversity and inclusion.
How to bring your experience to the board
- 25 Apr 2024
- ICAEW Insights
Jane Hemstritch’s impressive portfolio career has taught her a thing or two about how to choose the right role – or, better still, ensure that it chooses you.
ICAEW-CA Sri Lanka programme deemed ‘transformative’
- 24 Apr 2024
- ICAEW Insights
First student to complete the ICAEW-CA Sri Lanka Joint Student and Membership Scheme says it showcased her capabilities and helped her secure a role at one of the Big Four.
ICAEW signs Equal Representation for Expert Witnesses Pledge
- 23 Apr 2024
- ICAEW Insights
ERE initiative urges commitment to fair representation and equal opportunities following concerns about the low numbers of women appearing as expert witnesses.
Charity banking obstacles reach crisis point
- 22 Apr 2024
- ICAEW Insights
Difficulty opening accounts, accounts being frozen or closed without warning, inadequate customer service, high charges and lengthy delays in implementing new mandates among list of complaints.
From CFO to CEO: the essential leadership skills
- 22 Apr 2024
- ICAEW Insights
Many CEOs have backgrounds in accountancy, but taking the leap from the finance function to the chief executive’s chair requires a much broader skill set.
A great communicator makes for a successful CFO
- 18 Apr 2024
- Kelly Smith, CFO at Kantar
Kelly Smith is CFO at Kantar, one of the UK and Ireland’s leading market research companies. Smith talks about why good communication is key to good leadership, worrying about climate change, and challenges her peers to find ways to maintain engagement in a world of hybrid working.
World’s fastest accountant targets summer of success
- 16 Apr 2024
- ICAEW Insights
Eugene Amo-Dadzie shares his career story at the New Members’ Ceremony, highlighting the diversity and dynamism of the profession.
Imposter syndrome rife among female accountants
- 15 Apr 2024
- ICAEW Insights
A new study reveals the challenges female accountants face at work, leading to stress, anxiety and a heightened fear of failure. We offer confidence-boosting tips.
How to train your brain for change
- 15 Apr 2024
- ICAEW Insights
Change is a part of the way we work – and most people aren’t keeping up with it. A lot of that comes down to mindset, but it’s possible to prepare your mind to embrace change.
Last call for practising certificates
- 12 Apr 2024
- ICAEW Insights
Members requiring a practising certificate have just over two weeks left to apply for one – and avoid the risk of disciplinary action.
Flexible working law changes come into effect
- 05 Apr 2024
- ICAEW Insights
New flexible working laws come into force tomorrow (6 April) giving employees greater rights to flexible working. Are you ready for the reforms?
What – if scenario planning: be ready for what’s next
- 05 Apr 2024
- BUPA Group UK
In a world of continuous change, there’s only one thing more powerful than business agility: continuous foresight. The ability to accurately discern your best, worst, and most likely potential outcomes in a turbulent environment provides a significant competitive advantage.
How to handle difficult conversations at work
- 04 Apr 2024
- ICAEW Insights
Working life can sometimes mean having challenging discussions with colleagues, clients and managers. Here’s how to approach these situations with professionalism and confidence.
Opportunity knocks: catching up with Kamidu Ravindra
- 04 Apr 2024
- ICAEW Insights
Three years after making London his home, insurance specialist Kamidu is continuing to embrace everything the city and the accountancy profession has to offer.
Improved process for paying voluntary NIC for periods abroad
- 02 Apr 2024
- ICAEW Insights
A person living or working abroad can apply digitally to pay voluntary NIC to fill gaps in their record.
What is burnout and can I do anything about it?
- 28 Mar 2024
- Bupa Group UK
Rex Fan, Lead Behavioural Insights Advisor, explores what burnout is and what you can do about it.
ICAEW reminds employers of minimum wage increases
- 26 Mar 2024
- ICAEW Insights
The rates of the minimum wage will increase from 1 April 2024, and the national living wage is extended to younger employees.
Neurodiversity Celebration Week: closing the employment gap
- 20 Mar 2024
- ICAEW Insights
Despite growing recognition of the power of thinking differently, levels of employment among the neurodivergent population are disappointingly low. But there are ways to move forward.
Accountancy jobs market buoyant despite slump
- 20 Mar 2024
- ICAEW Insights
Job confidence growth sits at near record high since research began in 2009 regardless of current economic conditions, new analysis reveals.
CFO most diverse C-suite role amid patchy progress
- 19 Mar 2024
- ICAEW Insights
White men still hold three-quarters of chair, CEO or CFO roles across FTSE 350 and more than half of board and executive committee positions, study finds.
Push for Black representation in finance still crucial
- 18 Mar 2024
- ICAEW Insights
Momentum on diversity, equity and inclusion created by the Black Lives Matter movement has stalled due to pressure on businesses facing multiple economic challenges, body warns.
Shining a light on the millions
- 15 Mar 2024
- ICAEW Insights
Danny Herman, retired FCA chartered accountant and recent recipient of the British Empire Medal, talks about surviving the Holocaust and working to raise awareness about the Jewish genocide.
Chart of the week: wage inflation
- 14 Mar 2024
- ICAEW Insights
Our chart this week takes a look at how average earnings have risen over the last decade and how they compare with the headline rate of inflation.
Bringing disability access to all areas of business
- 12 Mar 2024
- ICAEW Insights
From his successful finance career to a host of senior roles at charities for the disabled, Gordon Richardson has always had accessibility in mind – which has led to the award of an MBE.
Menopause reasonable adjustments – a six-step guide
- 11 Mar 2024
Making workplace changes to support women experiencing menopause symptoms will also ensure you stay on the right side of the law.
The accountant looking for a DEI fashion fix
- 04 Mar 2024
- ICAEW Insights
Chartered accountant Jamie Gill has devised a programme to help professionals of colour from outside the fashion industry break into leadership roles in the sector.
ICAEW takes on CIPFA disciplinary investigations
- 29 Feb 2024
- ICAEW Insights
Oversight of all disciplinary cases received by CIPFA will now be carried out by ICAEW, following last year’s joint declaration on closer working.
Becoming a finance leader: meet Alina Cummins
- 29 Feb 2024
- ICAEW Insights
Alina Cummins, Head of Finance at Serpentine, reflects on her route into the arts and charity sectors as a finance professional, and the importance of championing diversity and inclusion as part of her work.
ICAEW Member Insights: February 2024
- 28 Feb 2024
- ICAEW Insights
Despite the emergence of hopeful signs for the UK economy, regulation and employment challenges dominate member concerns.
Your transformation programme needs action (planning)
- 26 Feb 2024
- ICAEW Insights
In the latest in our series on implementing a transformation programme, Neil Cutting looks at the steps required to create a concrete action plan.
Preventing and navigating burnout: a manager’s guide
- 22 Feb 2024
- ICAEW Insights
It’s important to role model the behaviour that managers wish to encourage in their teams, says caba, the occupational charity supporting ICAEW accountants.
New HMRC process for termination payment queries
- 21 Feb 2024
- ICAEW
HMRC’s latest Employer Bulletin states that termination payment enquiries should now be made through the non-statutory clearance service.
How ESG is shaking up accountants’ careers
- 13 Feb 2024
- ICAEW Insights
Environmental, social and governance is opening up a host of new career opportunities for accountants. But how should you best develop the new skill-sets now being demanded of you?
PwC’s growth fuelled by social mobility
- 05 Feb 2024
- ICAEW Insights
Awarded a CBE in the New Year Honours for services to economic growth and social mobility, PwC’s Kevin Ellis is a strong advocate for the strategic benefits of a diverse workforce.
Are apprentices the answer to the talent question?
- 02 Feb 2024
- ICAEW Insights
Apprenticeships offer employers a cost-effective way to upskill employees, improve staff retention rates and boost diversity. As National Apprenticeship Week begins, find out more about ICAEW’s apprenticeships, what’s involved and the funding options available.
Meet the prize winner: Mandy Lai
- 01 Feb 2024
- ICAEW Insights
Mandy credits a strong support network and the right work-life balance, as well as a knowledge-based approach to studying, with her continued exam success.
9 tips for communicating professionally
- 01 Feb 2024
- ICAEW Insights
Striking the right tone in a fast-paced, digital world can be challenging. How can you ensure you are using the right language in the workplace without sacrificing your authenticity?
Student societies: building communities
- 01 Feb 2024
- ICAEW Insights
As Chair of London’s student society, Sunny Yang is helping to create a modern, inclusive community. He tells us about some of the latest initiatives.
What’s it like to… be an apprentice at Bupa
- 01 Feb 2024
- ICAEW Insights
At Bupa, Level 7 apprentices Henry Michaelson and Changel Biju are enjoying a varied introduction to business finance within a supportive environment.
ICAEW Member Insights: January 2024
- 30 Jan 2024
- ICAEW Insights
Cost pressures have started to ease and the rate of inflation has falling, but the availability and cost of finance remains an ongoing concern for businesses, alongside the difficulty of operating in an uncertain environment.
Flexible working top priority for job seekers
- 25 Jan 2024
- ICAEW Insights
Employers need to offer more than pay rises to attract finance and accounting professionals, latest research shows.
ICAEW opens recruitment drive to reshape Board
- 23 Jan 2024
- ICAEW Insights
As part of ICAEW’s efforts to modernise its governance, the institute is recruiting new Board members. ICAEW is looking for six chartered accountants with leadership experience to help lead the profession over the next decade.
Law changes on holiday pay process
- 17 Jan 2024
- ICAEW Insights
A recent court decision has prompted simplification of the rules governing holiday pay, particularly for workers with irregular hours.
Payrolling employer-provided benefits to be mandated from 2026
- 17 Jan 2024
- ICAEW
The government will mandate the reporting and paying of income tax and class 1A national insurance contributions (NIC) on benefits-in-kind (BIK) via payroll software from April 2026.
Finance leaders highlight AI skills shortage
- 15 Jan 2024
- ICAEW Insights
Resilience and efficiency is at risk as CFOs warn finance teams don’t have the necessary skills to embrace new technologies.
How to beat Blue Monday
- 12 Jan 2024
- ICAEW Insights
CABA advises ICAEW members struggling with their mental health on how to get their year off to a good start psychologically.
CPD resources: supporting charity trustees
- 11 Jan 2024
- ICAEW Insights
Accountants sharing their expertise as charity trustees need to understand the latest developments in charity accounting. Find out more about ICAEW’s range of freely accessible CPD resources, including articles, webinars and online training.
How to move from a CFO to a CEO mindset
- 04 Jan 2024
- ICAEW Insights
Having a strong financial background is invaluable when becoming a CEO, but you also need the right leadership mindset and skills, says author Ben Renshaw.
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