As far back as 2014, a chilling prediction was made: 47 per cent of job categories could face automation within the next two decades. For accountants and auditors, this forecast was particularly dire, as they ranked second on the list of professions most at risk. Fast forward to today, and these projections are becoming a stark reality […]

Picture the scene… An accountant, armed with a cup of coffee, sits down to tackle the morning’s emails. This has become part of her routine by now, but little does she know that the perfect storm is brewing. On average, replying to emails may take up to an hour in the morning, a task that sets the […]

As you read this article, ask yourself a question: “How can I expect to provide good quality tax advice if I don’t have all the information I need?” It’s a simple one, but this question usually raises some eyebrows amongst accountants, many of whom think that generic tax advice will suffice. But, as we all […]

As a senior management figure in your accounting firm, you are likely facing the dual challenge of maintaining your firm’s traditional values while trying to integrate modern technological advancements. It’s a difficult situation – on the one hand, you’ll be worried about falling behind if you don’t embrace technology and on the other, you’re probably […]

When it comes to performing audits, you are in control of what you or your team does – their actions, processes and performance are your responsibility. However, one side of audits that is somewhat out of your control is what we call “the client-side conduct.” This is as it sounds – it’s the way your […]