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AAT - Association of Accounting Technicians

@AAT News

AAT Comment

  • Turn to accountancy

    Turn to accountancy

    Former maths teacher, Paul Buzzard, changed career to accountancy to offer him the flexibility to care for his children. As part of Adult Learners' Week, he shares his story.
    Published - 6 days ago, 15 May 12, 1:37pm
  • Ask Aimee – the AAT career coach

    Ask Aimee – the AAT career coach

    Have a question about how to make your job applications the best they can be? Ask Aimee - the AAT career coach. She's going to be answering questions you submit via AAT's social media channels.
    Published - 6 days ago, 15 May 12, 7:55am
  • Change career at any age

    Change career at any age

    To celebrate Adult Learners’ Week, AAT student Gregory Edelston explains why he chose to change career from personal training to accountancy in his late thirties.
    Published - 7 days ago, 14 May 12, 9:03am
  • Top tips for sitting a computer based assessment

    Top tips for sitting a computer based assessment

    Fresh from her revelation that you can actually study whilst cleaning your teeth, AAT student Amanda Ward is back with part two of her tips for studying accountancy. This time she shows you how to get yourself ready for a computer based assessment (C…
    Published - 10 days ago, 11 May 12, 7:16am
  • Access for all

    Access for all

    The routes into a career in accountancy are more varied than ever. Amanda Meyer, Professor of Accountancy at Robert Gordon University (RGU) in Scotland, argues that non-traditional routes are now more prevalent than ever before.
    Published - 11 days ago, 10 May 12, 8:14am
  • Accountancy job opportunities

    Accountancy job opportunities

    Here is the latest in Ceris Williams’s weekly job posts of accountancy job opportunities.
    Published - 13 days ago, 8 May 12, 2:28pm
  • Top tips for studying accountancy

    Top tips for studying accountancy

    Studying accountancy isn’t easy. Along with the numbers are a host of acronyms, terms and formulas that need to be learnt and memorised. In the first of a two-part post, AAT student Amanda Ward offers her tips for making sure you never forget what…
    Published - 17 days ago, 4 May 12, 9:20am
  • How to make your CV stand out

    How to make your CV stand out

    Your CV is the one opportunity to sell yourself – but standing out from the crowd is tough. Aimee Bateman of Careercake.tv shows you how to treat your CV like a pizza salesman (yes, really) and land that interview.
    Published - 18 days ago, 3 May 12, 7:23am
  • How to use MS Excel’s VLOOKUP function

    How to use MS Excel’s VLOOKUP function

    In his third post guiding you through useful Microsoft Excel tools for accountants, AAT student Muhammad Anisur Rahman shows you how to use the VLOOKUP function.
    Published - 19 days ago, 2 May 12, 7:00am
  • Confessions of a job hunting bean counter

    Confessions of a job hunting bean counter

    The process of finding a job is never easy. The application, the CV, the interview – not forgetting recruitment agencies who promise you the earth. AAT student Mark Tree recounts his experience of trying to find a job.
    Published - 20 days ago, 1 May 12, 7:50am

AAT on YouTube

How AAT training adds value to RSM TenonHow AAT training adds value to RSM Tenon
How AAT training adds value to RSM Tenon
The Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT) is the UK's leading professional accountancy body offering skills-based qualifications in accounting and finance. AAT's cost effective training builds practical skills and knowledge, bringing immediat…
- 25 days ago, 25 Apr 12, 5:04pm -
AAT - Providing the skills to manage finances more effectivelyAAT - Providing the skills to manage finances more effectively
AAT - Providing the skills to manage finances more effectively
The Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT) is the UK's leading professional accountancy body offering skills-based qualifications in accounting and finance. AAT's cost effective training builds practical skills and knowledge, bringing immediat…
- 26 days ago, 25 Apr 12, 2:11pm -
AAT - Cost effective training that builds practical skills and knowledgeAAT - Cost effective training that builds practical skills and knowledge
AAT - Cost effective training that builds practical skills and knowledge
The Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT) is the UK's leading professional accountancy body offering skills-based qualifications in accounting and finance. AAT's cost effective training builds practical skills and knowledge, bringing immediat…
- 27 days ago, 23 Apr 12, 4:47pm -
AAT apprenticeships brings employers immediate resultsAAT apprenticeships brings employers immediate results
AAT apprenticeships brings employers immediate results
The Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT) is the UK's leading professional accountancy body offering skills-based qualifications in accounting and finance. AAT's cost effective training builds practical skills and knowledge, bringing immediat…
- 27 days ago, 23 Apr 12, 4:42pm -
Francesca's AAT storyFrancesca's AAT story
Francesca's AAT story
My GCSEs were about to finish and I knew I had to start making choices about my future. I didn't want to continue in full time education, but I accepted that I wouldn't be able to get far without more qualifications. I had always been good at maths a…
- 6 Jan 12, 2:16pm -
Arman's AAT storyArman's AAT story
Arman's AAT story
I was lucky enough to start an apprenticeship with a local accounting firm. At first, I was preparing financial statements for small sole traders but have gone on to work with limited companies. Doing an audit for a local car dealership was particu…
- 6 Jan 12, 1:33pm -

ACCA - Association of Chartered Certified Accountants

@ACCA News

@ACCA Events

@ACCA SME

@ACCA Research

@ACCA Sustain

@ACCA Taxation


AIA - Association of International Accountants

@AIA

AIA E-News


CIMA - Chartered Institute of Management Accountants

@CIMA News

@CIMA Sphere

CIMA on YouTube

CIMA Global Business Challenge (GBC) 2012 Presenting tips and techniquesCIMA Global Business Challenge (GBC) 2012 Presenting tips and techniques
CIMA Global Business Challenge (GBC) 2012 Presenting tips and techniques
Learn how to present with confidence and in the most effective way. CIMA professionals tell GBC 2012 participants their top tips and techniques on how to deliver an effective presentation.
- 5 days ago, 16 May 12, 3:36pm -
CIMA Global Business Challenge (GBC) 2012 interview with Finance COO, Barclays Asia PacificCIMA Global Business Challenge (GBC) 2012 interview with Finance COO, Barclays Asia Pacific
CIMA Global Business Challenge (GBC) 2012 interview with Finance COO, Barclays Asia Pacific
The CIMA GBC team interviews Deepesh Lad, FCMA, CGMA, Finance COO, Barclays Asia Pacific. Mr Lad tells us why Barclays sponsor the CIMA GBC, what they look for in an intern and how the CIMA qualification has helped his career development.
- 21 days ago, 30 Apr 12, 1:42pm -
CIMA Global Business Challenge (GBC) 2011 finalist embarks on her high profile career with BarclaysCIMA Global Business Challenge (GBC) 2011 finalist embarks on her high profile career with Barclays
CIMA Global Business Challenge (GBC) 2011 finalist embarks on her high profile career with Barclays
2011 GBC finalist Chen Xinyi is well on the way to achieving her career goals after landing an internship with Barclays.
- 25 days ago, 26 Apr 12, 11:02am -
CIMA ethics in three minutesCIMA ethics in three minutes
CIMA ethics in three minutes
CIMA has produced this animation to help guide members and students on ethical business practice. Are you upholding the highest ethical and professional standards?
- 46 days ago, 5 Apr 12, 2:50pm -
CIMA Global Business Challenge 2012 tips and techniquesCIMA Global Business Challenge 2012 tips and techniques
CIMA Global Business Challenge 2012 tips and techniques
CIMA Global Business Challenge 2012 tips and techniques
- 51 days ago, 30 Mar 12, 4:12pm -
Interview with CIMA MD Andrew Harding on Dubai Eye radioInterview with CIMA MD Andrew Harding on Dubai Eye radio
Interview with CIMA MD Andrew Harding on Dubai Eye radio
Hear an interview with CIMA's managing director Andrew Harding FCMA, CGMA on Dubai Eye radio, in which he talks about the new CGMA designation.
- 60 days ago, 21 Mar 12, 4:17pm -

CIPFA - Chartered Institute of Public Finance and Accountancy

@CIPFA

CIPFA on YouTube

Ruth RichardsonRuth Richardson
Ruth Richardson
Ruth Richardson, the former finance minister of New Zealand tells Public Finance International why the UK represents 'best practice' when it comes to austerity programmes.
- 53 days ago, 29 Mar 12, 10:56am -
David M WalkerDavid M Walker
David M Walker
David M Walker, the former US comptroller general, says that the country's 'dysfunctional democracy' is preventing a return to 'fiscal sanity'
- 54 days ago, 28 Mar 12, 8:42am -
Göran PerssonGöran Persson
Göran Persson
Former Swedish Prime Minister Göran Persson on what Europe in 2012 can learn from Sweden¹s approach to dealing with deficit reduction in the 1990s.
- 55 days ago, 27 Mar 12, 3:26pm -
Steve FreerSteve Freer
Steve Freer
Steve Freer talks to Public Finance International about accrual accounting, how politicians can be persuaded to adopt transparent accounting practices and if we need more qualified accountants at the IFAC conference in Vienna in March 2012
- 59 days ago, 23 Mar 12, 3:49pm -
Ian BallIan Ball
Ian Ball
Ian Ball talks to Public Finance International about accrual accounting and how politicians can be persuaded to adopt transparent accounting practices at the IFAC conference in Vienna in March 2012
- 59 days ago, 23 Mar 12, 3:46pm -
Andreas BergmannAndreas Bergmann
Andreas Bergmann
Andreas Bergmann talks to Public Finance International at the IFAC conference in Vienna in March 2012
- 59 days ago, 23 Mar 12, 3:44pm -

ICAEW - Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales

@ICAEW

@CABA

ICAEW on YouTube

Professional Scepticism 4/10Professional Scepticism 4/10
Professional Scepticism 4/10
http://www.icaew.com/auditThis video highlights Professional Scepticism
- 4 days ago, 17 May 12, 10:52am -
Making the move to cloud computing: Considerations for ICAEW membersMaking the move to cloud computing: Considerations for ICAEW members
Making the move to cloud computing: Considerations for ICAEW members
http://www.icaew.com/en/technical/information-technology/technologyInterview with Dr Mark Williams by Richard Anning, ICAEW IT FacultyThis interview was recorded following the ICAEW IT Faculty conference 'Why Cloud, Why Now?' held in London in Apr…
- 17 days ago, 4 May 12, 9:19am -
Using performance measures to drive business success and fact-based decision makingUsing performance measures to drive business success and fact-based decision making
Using performance measures to drive business success and fact-based decision making
http://www.icaew.com/en/technical/business-and-financial-management/performance-management/business-performance-management/using-performance-measures-to-drive-business-successListen to global enterprise performance expert and best-selling author Ber…
- 53 days ago, 29 Mar 12, 10:35am -
Concluding Remarks to the professional scepticism and other key audit issues 10/10Concluding Remarks to the professional scepticism and other key audit issues 10/10
Concluding Remarks to the professional scepticism and other key audit issues 10/10
http://www.icaew.com/auditSummarises what we hope to achieve as a result of conveying the messages in the videos and highlights the support available and forthcoming from ICAEW.
- 11 Jan 12, 10:08am -
Ethical Matters 9/10Ethical Matters 9/10
Ethical Matters 9/10
http://www.icaew.com/auditJohn Kellas reminds auditors of the requirements regarding independence and objectivity and outlines some problems identified by the AIU.
- 11 Jan 12, 10:07am -
Audit Documentation 8/10Audit Documentation 8/10
Audit Documentation 8/10
http://www.icaew.com/auditThis video highlights why audit documentation is so important and reminds auditors what they should include in the audit files.
- 11 Jan 12, 10:05am -

ICAS - Institute of Chartered Accountants of Scotland

@ICAS

ICAS on YouTube

Bribery Act delay no soft optionBribery Act delay no soft option
Bribery Act delay no soft option
Catriona Munro, a partner at Maclay Murray & Spens, welcomes moves to clarify the UK's controversial Bribery Act, but warns the delay should not give succour to unethical businesses
- 9 Feb 11, 10:00am -
Football's big money backers caught offsideFootball's big money backers caught offside
Football's big money backers caught offside
As this year's football transfer window closes, Ernst & Young's Neil Patey discusses the firm's latest Football meets Finance report and examines the challenges posed by UEFA's "Balancing the Books" directive, particularly to the English premiership.
- 9 Feb 11, 9:59am -
JC Rathbone's Jackie Bowie on FX riskJC Rathbone's Jackie Bowie on FX risk
JC Rathbone's Jackie Bowie on FX risk
JC Rathbone Associates' Jackie Bowie discusses a gloomy year for the Euro and the realities of managing corporate FX risk in volatile times.
- 25 Jan 11, 9:58am -
EY's Neil Patey discusses the UK equity gapEY's Neil Patey discusses the UK equity gap
EY's Neil Patey discusses the UK equity gap
Neil Patey, head of transaction advisory services at Ernst & Young's Edinburgh office, shares his scepticism over the scale of the equity gap and gives a bleak assessment of debt availability in 2011
- 20 Jan 11, 11:22am -
Rob Hall, R3, discusses Mike Weir MP's insolvency attackRob Hall, R3, discusses Mike Weir MP's insolvency attack
Rob Hall, R3, discusses Mike Weir MP's insolvency attack
Scottish representative of insolvency industry body R3 reacts to Mike Weir's call for a full investigation into te UK's "insolvency gravy train".
- 20 Jan 11, 11:20am -

IFAC - International Federation of Accountants

IFAC - Publications and Resources

  • IESBA Adds Additional Workstreams to Its Strategy and Work Plan
    The International Ethics Standards Board for Accountants (IESBA) has added additional workstreams to its Strategy and Work Plan for 2012. The board is considering additional projects in the areas of: firm rotation, non-assurance services, the structu…
    Published - 3 days ago, 17 May 12, 9:18pm
  • IPSASB Response to Eurostat
    IPSASB’s response provides some information on the IPSASB’s current actions related to public interest oversight of its activities. We believe that it is important to address the question of oversight first since this is of fundamental significan…
    Published - 9 days ago, 11 May 12, 7:08pm
  • Código de Ética para Profesionales de la Contabilidad
    The translation was performed by Instituto de Censores Jurados de Cuentas de España and reviewed by Instituto Mexicano de Contadores Públicos, together with Federación Argentina de Consejos Profesionales de Ciencias Económicas and a review commit…
    Published - 10 days ago, 11 May 12, 2:15pm
  • IFAC Response to The Monitoring Group Consultation
    The Monitoring Group (MG) has issued a public consultation on the governance arrangements for standard setting. IFAC recognizes the importance of ongoing review and dialogue to enhance these governance arrangements, and we welcome the opportunity to…
    Published - 14 days ago, 7 May 12, 2:55pm
  • Good Practice Checklist for Small Business
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    Published - 19 days ago, 1 May 12, 6:28pm
  • 2011 IAASB Annual Report
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    Published - 20 days ago, 30 Apr 12, 7:19pm
  • IFAC Response to Eurostat Consultation on Use of IPSASs
    The International Federation of Accountants (IFAC) values the opportunity to comment on the public consultation paper issued by Eurostat on February 15, 2012, on the suitability of International Public Sector Accounting Standards (IPSASs) for EU Memb…
    Published - 25 days ago, 25 Apr 12, 6:13pm
  • Companion Manual: Guide to Quality Control for SMPs/Guide to Using ISAs in the Audits of SMEs
    This Companion Manual provides member bodies and other professional accountancy organizations with guidance on how they can make the best use of the SMP Committee's Guide to Quality Control for Small- and Medium-Sized Practices, 3e (QC Guide) and Gu…
    Published - 30 days ago, 20 Apr 12, 8:13pm
  • IFAC Makes Recommendations to the G-20
    IFAC has urged the G-20 Deputies and Finance Ministers at their April 2012 meeting in Mexico to take action to encourage governments to seriously address the quality of public sector financial management systems and institutions. The letter, which is…
    Published - 33 days ago, 17 Apr 12, 8:11pm
  • PSTF Recommendations for the G-20 Nations – Meeting of April 19-20, 2012
    The PSTF strongly encourages the G-20 to implement all of the 15 recommendations presented in its 2011 Report with a strong emphasis on its first two recommendations, encouraging the G-20 to: continue to focus on regulatory convergence in the financi…
    Published - 34 days ago, 16 Apr 12, 5:19pm

IFAC - Issues and Insights

IFAC - Spotlight

  • Damned lies and government accounts
    IFAC CEO Ian Ball's Public Finance BlogCitizens, taxpayers and investors must not sit back as governments continue to mismanage their fiscal positions. Neither a soundly-based recovery nor long-term sustainability can be attained without accounting…
    Published - 3 days ago, 17 May 12, 8:44pm
  • New Handbooks Coming Soon!
    The 2012 editions of the IAASB, IESBA, and IPSASB Handbooks will be available soon (IAESB is not issuing a new Handbook in 2012). Check this space later this month for the opportunity to pre-order the Handbooks.
    Published - 7 days ago, 14 May 12, 3:59pm
  • Ian Ball's Letter to the Editor in The Economist
    The current issue of The Economist includes a Letter to the Editor from IFAC CEO Ian Ball on the need for governments to follow current international accounting standards and some of the public sector accounting errors of the past.
    Published - 14 days ago, 7 May 12, 3:53pm
  • IFAC CEO Calls for Improved Reporting Standards
    IFAC CEO Ian Ball has a new piece in Economica, the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales’ online magazine, in which he continues to sound the call for improved financial reporting standards and the sovereign debt crisis.
    Published - 19 days ago, 1 May 12, 6:03pm
  • Ethics Survey: Breach of an Independence Requirement
    The International Ethics Standards Board for Accountants is seeking feedback from directors and audit committee members on its proposals to strengthen the framework that would apply when there has been a breach of its independence requirements. If…
    Published - 38 days ago, 12 Apr 12, 9:26pm
  • Government Accounting Book-cooking Guide - The public sector has too much freedom to dress up the accounts
    IFAC CEO Ian Ball is quoted in The Economist on accounting standards and transparency in the public sector.
    Published - 45 days ago, 5 Apr 12, 4:42pm
  • 2011 Annual Report Released
    The 2011 IFAC Annual Report, Illuminating the Issues, Highlighting the Solutions, has been released.
    Published - 51 days ago, 30 Mar 12, 9:19pm
  • Subscribe to IFAC Materials
    Interested in keeping up-to-date with IFAC? Subscribe to our press releases, newsletters, and topic-based editions of eNews. Register and subscribe or manage subscription preferences.
    Published - 51 days ago, 30 Mar 12, 9:12pm
  • PIOB and Monitoring Group Releases Public Consultation Papers
    The Monitoring Group (MG) and the Public Interest Oversight Board (PIOB) have launched the process of public consultation for the MG governance review and the PIOB strategy and work plan.read more
    Published - 53 days ago, 28 Mar 12, 8:57pm
  • Member Body Compliance Program
    The IFAC Member Body Compliance Program encourages professional accountancy organizations around the world to focus attention and resources on improving the quality of the accountancy profession. The Program is progressed through members’ and assoc…
    Published - 62 days ago, 20 Mar 12, 2:13pm