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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.Companies focus on internal training to fill tech skills gaps
As talent recruitment poses challenges for companies, they are switching their focus to the development of existing staff, a new report shows.CSRD delays: Non-EU companies, industry-specific data on 2-year hold
The European Sustainability Reporting Standards featured in the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive now take effect in 2026 for non-EU companies.Talent retention will challenge companies this year, report finds
In the accounting and finance sector, companies focus on providing work/life balance for employees, a recent HR survey shows.IFRS and EFRAG release interoperability guidance for companies
Also, the ISSB publishes sustainability taxonomy to support companies and investors.ChatGPT: Use cases and limits to its reliability
AI chatbot ChatGPT can be a useful tool, and by understanding how it works — and its flaws and limits — you can develop a reputation with AI that will enhance your career.To bolster employee wellbeing, employers must look inward
New research from Oxford University found that employees do not engage with individual-level wellness interventions. The researcher behind the study says companies should focus on how they plan to improve jobs first.Why fraud temptation arises and how to mitigate risks
Employers can address internal fraud risk by understanding the fraud triangle — three factors that when present increase the likelihood that fraud occurs.IFAC proposes ‘future-fit’ enhancements to education standards
ISSB begins work on biodiversity project; IASB starts review on accounting for intangibles.Sustainable growth: The answer to the automation equation?
Accounting and finance professionals who embrace finance business partnering remain more optimistic about the profession, new AICPA & CIMA research shows.GMAP 2.0: Guidance for a new era released in China
The second edition of the Global Management Accounting Principles, which incorporate recent developments from ongoing research in the profession, are available in Chinese for AICPA & CIMA members.Despite barriers, smaller companies make big strides in sustainability
Insufficient funding for climate action can be an obstacle for small and medium-size enterprises, but the commitment worldwide to find a way continues to grow.4 considerations for finance teams about gen AI
Finance teams should understand generative AI’s business, finance, and accounting potential, be aware of areas of deployment, and consider the need for training and development plans.Strategies for advancing to the C-suite
Expanding your skillset and keeping an open mind to new opportunities can pave the pathway to top leadership roles.
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