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CIMA referral service highlights Datamaran’s ESG software
Also, IFAC responds to IESBA’s ethics standards for sustainability reporting.UK professionals hesitant to seek mental health leave
Poll of 2,000 UK professionals shows that 67% are uncomfortable seeking mental health leave, and 28% of those would not even consider asking.US leaders neutral about their businesses, pessimistic about economy
The percentage of respondents optimistic about the US economy dropped since the first quarter. Nearly 50% of finance decision-makers are optimistic about their own organisations, a new AICPA & CIMA survey shows.The view from the President: Multi-capital transformation
‘Our success will depend on how well we can collaborate as well as analyse.’AI is coming, but workforces feel unprepared
Employers want an AI-ready workforce, but many are not investing in the training needed to make that happen.IASB issues amendments to IFRS 9
Also, IFAC pays tribute to AICPA & CIMA leader Barry Melancon.Support for ISSB standards extends to Africa, China
Jurisdictions representing over half the global economy by GDP move towards aligning sustainability disclosure standards with those of the ISSB.Women CFO appointments highest since 2021
New data shows that many companies are promoting talent internally through CFO succession plans.IASB proposes taxonomy amendments to support IFRS 18
Also, the Global Reporting Initiative releases CSRD reporting guidance for companies.Effective delegation: How managers can empower their teams
Delegation requires preparation and communication of the big picture and desired outcome — coupled with the time and tools to achieve it.The convergence of labour market productivity and AI
A recent report from PwC found that data-driven sectors are seeing nearly five times faster productivity growth than sectors with lower AI exposure.CEO Melancon, ‘passionate advocate’ for the profession, to retire
AICPA & CIMA leader’s tenure includes the creation of the CGMA designation and creation of the Association of International Certified Professional Accountants.Many hats: How CFOs are implementing a cross-functional lens
The diversification of finance roles includes greater collaboration and increased responsibilities outside the traditional tasks of the function.New sustainability training course looks to clarify EU standards
Also, the UK Sustainability Disclosure Technical Advisory Committee appoints 15 members.Social mobility: The journey starts with action
Finance leaders recently discussed how to celebrate and champion equal opportunity and create a sense of belonging at work.Pay rates improve and recruitment declines at slowest pace this year
Recruitment rates continue to reflect a cautious hiring outlook in the UK, but a slower decline in hiring and improved pay growth shows signs of a steadier market, according to a monthly report by KPMG and the REC.When ESG reporting becomes a maze, technology provides a map
Ninety-two per cent of professionals across finance, accounting, sustainability, and audit roles think technological transformation will enable an integrated and improved approach to ESG reporting.Working for a new boss: How to navigate the change
A new boss can be an opportunity to develop your own career, so focus on relationship-building and adopting a forward-looking mindset.New IFRS standard looks to simplify disclosures for subsidiaries
The IASB also proposes targeted changes to account for renewable electricity contracts with specified characteristics.
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