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How to launder £1m of dirty money…

27/06/2025

So, what is the easiest way to launder £1m? AML expert Richard Simms says all you need to do is find a regular accountant, someone well-respected with a growing practice,...

AI in audit

27/06/2025

The Financial Reporting Council (FRC) has published its first guidance on the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in audit, alongside a thematic review of the six largest firms’ processes...

Accountancy firms left with million-pound training bills!

27/06/2025

The UK government’s decision to cut levy funding of Level 7 apprenticeships for apprentices aged over 21 from January next year will cost UK employers – many from the...

There is a problem with professional education, and the current ‘operating system’ needs an upgrade, says Stephen Flatman, VP Education and Professional Qualifications – CIMA. In an exclusive interview about...

Why you should choose a career in public finance…

25/06/2025

CIPFA President Carol Culley shares what makes a career in public finance so rewarding in the latest PQ magazine. If you want a career with impact, purpose and growth then...

IASB issues revised Practice Statement on management commentary

25/06/2025

The International Accounting Standards Board (IASB) has issued a revised Practice Statement on management commentary. Investors had highlighted shortcomings in current practice, and in response the IASB carried out a...

ACCA qualification redefined

24/06/2025

ACCA has today launched a redesign of the ACCA qualification, which will be introduced in mid-2027. ACCA’s CEO, Helen Brand, said accountancy is being redefined and the changes will equip...

PQ JOB OF THE WEEK: Finance Team Leader – Grants & Payments

24/06/2025

Oxford Centre-based role working for a world-leading researcher in cutting-edge technology, 4 days in office, one working from home. On offer is a salary of between £40,000 and £47,000, plus...

Surge in demand for accountancy commerce & industry roles

24/06/2025

There has been a big shift in UK accountancy hiring trends, according to the latest report from Morgan McKinley and Vacancysoft. While accountancy financial services vacancies are set to fall,...