News
Vacancies in the UK fall at steepest rate in nearly 5 years
The rate of pay growth in the UK also weakened in January, according to a monthly report from KPMG and the REC.Analytical thinking remains top core skill for employers
Globally, employers expect 39% of workers’ core skills to change by 2030, according to a World Economic Forum report.How to find a new job after a long time at one company
Long tenure in a role points to loyalty and deep industry knowledge, but there can be challenges when you want to move to a new company.IAASB invites feedback on finalised standard amendments
Also, the Global Reporting Initiative suggests methods for improved tax-related sustainability reporting.Skills gaps persist despite enthusiasm to upskill
Many SME employees, particularly younger workers, want to upskill. But fewer than one-third have received formal training in the last 12 months, according to a new survey.Capital investment decisions: How to evaluate against the UN SDGs
A flexible four-stage process can help align investment decisions with the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals, using ESG indicators and companies’ knowledge.UK government, FRC launch support initiatives for SMEs
The FRC also recommends key actions to support the development of the UK’s sustainability assurance market.DeepSeek use comes with significant security risks, research finds
Cisco analysis discovered that the AI model failed to block a single harmful prompt from the team’s automated attack tests, revealing critical security flaws.Research reveals several DEI shortcomings across companies
The promotion process across UK companies requires “significant improvement”, according to a report from EY.Test your ethics knowledge
Take this scenario-based quiz to test your knowledge of the CIMA Code of Ethics.Global handbook on AI safety released
The IPSASB issues amendments to specific IFRIC interpretations; the FRC launches a campaign to support SMEs in the UK.Business still viewed favourably, but signs point to eroding trust
The annual Edelman Trust Barometer shows that a higher sense of “grievance” leaves people more resistant to innovation and more likely to have an unfavourable view of business.How to maximise your contribution to the business as CFO
Adding value as CFO requires steward leadership — with a foundation of integrity, ethics, and character.New framework promotes ‘unified vision’ for sustainability reporting
The IAASB and IESBA’s integrated framework aims to provide a unified, global approach to meet the growing demand for trustworthy sustainability information.Recruitment fraud: What you need to know
From fake job listings to people and AI bots posing as executive recruiters, job scams can target finance professionals to obtain money and data.CGMA designation gains formal recognition in Shenzhen
The designation is equivalent to “senior engineer” in the Chinese governing body’s qualification directory. Also, the FRC reviews climate-related reporting across companies.Misinformation seen as a growing global risk
The effects of climate change also remain high on the list of long-term risks in the World Economic Forum’s annual report.The view from the President: The digital opportunity
Simon Bittlestone, FCMA, CGMA, CIMA president and chair of the Association of International Certified Professional Accountants, says AI and automation offer a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to increase the profession’s scope and the value it brings to organisations.Cybersecurity: Considerations for business
Industries have different levels of cybersecurity readiness, as AI and external individuals or groups change the threat landscape.
Read the latest FM digital edition, exclusively for CIMA members and AICPA members who hold the CGMA designation.