Opinion
-
How to avoid common Web mistakes
Yes, your new computer came with Web design software and you are no doubt tempted to be a build-ityourself Web…
-
The systems approach to internal audit
The Evaluation of Existing Controls Each systems audit assignment should concentrate on an assessment of the adequacy and reliability of…
-
The other side of getting qualified
Barry Payne explains why every ACCA student should take work experience as seriously as their studies and shows how to…
-
Paradigm Shift: Will the Internet Revolutionize Your Practice?
The accounting and tax profession is currently experiencing a new technology-based paradigm shift—the migration from Windows based PC applications to…
-
Ten Steps to a Top-notch Investigative Interview
It takes a combination of careful observation and inquiry to conduct an effective audit. Although auditors are adequately trained to…
-
Do you really want to be Managing Director?
For some finance specialists, rising to finance director or chief financial officer is the pinnacle of their ambitions. But what…
-
The ACCA exam cycle
Ever wondered why ACCA exams cost as much as they do? It’s because each of ACCA’s 112 examination papers undergoes…
-
BDO Seidman And The Accountants' Revenge
That's silly - accountants don't use pocket protectors, not for years. They use PDAs, just like the investment bankers. But…
-
Unleashing the potential of internal audit
As executives and directors rethink their corporate governance procedures, the authors offer a four step approach to strengthening corporate assurance.
-
Sharpening Your Presentation Skills
The role of the accountant has evolved into a more visible position within the company. Gone are the days of…
