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5 ways to better manage third-party assurance programmes
Companies are increasingly expecting outsourcing to do more than reduce costs. Meanwhile, third-party risk-reporting regulations are evolving. Here are five recommendations to better manage third-party assurance programmes.US accounting salaries continue to escalate
Salary increases for US accounting and finance positions will continue to escalate in 2017 as employers wrestle with a shortage of qualified professionals, according to a new salary guide.More companies funding credentials for employees
US companies are increasingly likely to pay for employees’ efforts to gain and maintain professional certifications. Find out how to tap this corporate support for your accounting and finance career development.The top development priorities for management accountants
Career progression is top of mind for many management accountants, and the scope of a role and the prospects it holds for promotion are strong motivating factors for those considering their next move.Developing a winning mindset
Former Olympian Sally Gunnell explores the lessons she learned from a career in elite athletics and how they can help professionals achieve their business goals.How not-for-profits can stay strong amid uncertainty
Finance leaders offer suggestions for staying strong in these challenging times.How to prepare for Brexit’s effects on supply chains
The exact details of how Great Britain’s exit from the EU will affect company supply chains remains unknown. But the Brexit arguably provides opportunities for businesses to plan for the changes and seek ways to capitalise on them.Management accountants expect 6% pay rise in 2016
CIMA’s annual salary survey found that 94% of members around the world expect a pay rise in the coming year, of an average of 6%.How to maximise international career opportunities
Four factors determine which international assignments are career opportunities for executives in multinational companies, research suggests.The 10 least secretive emerging market multinationals
Transparency in financial reporting is a key component of robust and accountable governance, especially in emerging markets where corruption scandals have harmed multinationals battling slowing economic growth.The hidden costs of a data breach
Repairing damage from a cyberattack involves more than systems upgrades and password strength.New credit loss standard manageable for US banks, Fitch says
US banks’ reserving practices will be affected by the US Financial Accounting Standards Board’s new standard on accounting for credit losses, but the effective date gives banks adequate time for a manageable implementation.The accountant’s role in human rights due diligence
Recent legislation, such as the UK Modern Slavery Act, makes it increasingly important for businesses to understand how human rights risks affect their operations.How to tackle implementation of multiple high-profile accounting standards
New high-profile accounting standards for revenue recognition, leases and expected credit losses have companies facing a heavy implementation burden. Here are tips that could ease the stress and make implementation smoother.How to get ready for BEPS tax reporting rule changes
Find out how multinational companies in dozens of countries are getting ready for radically new cross-border tax and transfer-pricing reporting rules. Tax authorities will accept submissions that comply with the new rules starting January 1st.SEC proposes updating disclosure requirements
The SEC voted to propose amendments intended to eliminate redundant, overlapping, outdated, or superseded disclosure requirements.5 tips for implementing FASB’s credit loss standard
Gathering data to fill gaps and taking advantage of previous work will be two key actions as companies begin to implement the FASB’s new expected credit loss standard.5 benefits of an integrated risk management programme
Deeper conversations about business issues and improved resource allocation are among the benefits of integrating enterprise risk management into an organisation’s strategy.How to reassure your staff in times of uncertainty
Any gaps in communication can quickly be filled with rumour, undermining the leader’s credibility and sapping morale.
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