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Accounting for Climate Change: How our members engage with governments & regulators on climate action
Tackling the climate crisis is a joint effort, which is why Chartered Accountants Worldwide member institutes are working closely with governments and regulators in their respective countries to help the push towards achieving sustainability goals.
Or a Tongaat, an African Bank, an Eskom, an SAA − the list goes on.
It is a question that should be top of mind of those who are employed and are seeking employment, those who have invested hard-earned money in banks and large corporations, and those who are saving for the future, as well as of communities that rely on corporate social expenditure
Among the many recent and upcoming initiatives to enhance audit quality there is one underdog that could really shift the landscape, but will it be soon enough?
Could ISQM 1 be the secret weapon we do not even realise we have?
By adopting a principles-based code, SAICA requires all its members to apply professional judgement at all times to identify, evaluate and address threats to professional accountants’ compliance with the fundamental principles of ethics.
These principles determine the standard of behaviour that the public can expect of members of the profession, and adhering to the code would restore public trust in the profession
We have been fortunate that through some of the worst times in recent history we have had the opportunity to witness some of the best responses by people.
However, doing good should not be a knee-jerk response to something bad.
Wellness
Make self-care a priority
We all experience periods in life that contribute to increased stress levels and anxiousness. Be it exams, a work deadline looming, moments of uncertainty, crisis, or big life events. However, it is how we cope through life’s ups and downs that is important. Maintaining good wellbeing is a crucial aspect of living that can help us endure and cope with periods of stress instead of floundering or struggling to cope effectively.
The summer season is well and truly upon us and many of us will be planning our all-important time off – spending time at home, catching up on life admin or on a staycation.
However, with the lines between work and home now blurred, it can be even more difficult to switch off completely and enjoy a few days of well-deserved rest.
Catch some of the top moments with our prestigious speakers at the recent CAW Network USA Beyond Accounting: Mental Fitness conference.
SAICA embraces the call on the accountancy profession to focus increasingly on people.
A people-centric profession will ensure that employees are able to bring their best and authentic selves to the work environment.
Sustainability & SDGs
ICAS Deputy President Indy Hothi CA says his work at Khalsa Aid International is just one example of how accountants can use their skills to support their chosen causes.
Leaders within Nigeria and beyond featured in the third #FinBiz2030 Building Resilience online series of 2021.
Over 1,600 finance and business professionals from around the world joined the live webinar which sought to address the local and global perspectives on the shared challenges we all face to build a better future.
June 2021 marks the first anniversary of the launch of the Green Finance Education Charter.
The first of its kind, the Charter commits its twelve signatories to integrate green and sustainable finance principles into their education and training programmes.
Climate Change
Accounting for Climate Change: How our members engage with governments & regulators on climate action
Tackling the climate crisis is a joint effort, which is why Chartered Accountants Worldwide member institutes are working closely with governments and regulators in their respective countries to help the push towards achieving sustainability goals.
One of the most urgent issues of our time, the climate crisis is spurring a response among businesses everywhere – and Chartered Accountants Worldwide member institutes are contributing to the global effort.
We surveyed our member institutes to find out what practical steps they are taking to tackle climate change and sustainability. This is the first of a five-part series of articles where we outline our members’ responses.
Leaders within Nigeria and beyond featured in the third #FinBiz2030 Building Resilience online series of 2021.
Over 1,600 finance and business professionals from around the world joined the live webinar which sought to address the local and global perspectives on the shared challenges we all face to build a better future.
ICAEW is among eight professional institutions that have shaped a new Charter for Climate Action, a commitment to support members in prioritising the UN Sustainable Development Goals and the Paris Agreement.
Digital Disruption
Advances in intelligent automation (IA) have made it more cost efficient for organisations to adopt. It has taken over many once-mundane tasks within the finance function and allowed employees to take on higher-value tasks. ISCA, AI Singapore and NUS Business School have collaborated to produce a report titled, "The State […]
Fintech academic and chartered accountant Gavin Brown examines the advancements of the volatile crypto market and outlines what may lie in wait for accountants managing such decentralised currencies.
Enterprises, in their endeavours to accelerate digital transformation, have been increasingly adopting smart automation technologies to enhance business performance and process efficiency, and also to reduce costs.
Covid-19 - Global Recovery
The COVID-19 Pandemic: Challenges and opportunities for women entrepreneurs
While women entrepreneurs optimistically face the future in order to succeed, we cannot ignore the uneven challenges presented by the COVID-19 pandemic
The dire need for frontline expertise from accountants to help businesses survive is critical, especially with companies having seen their cash reserves depleted over the past year.
Most government support programmes have dried up, and this is underscored by internal challenges.
The dire need for frontline expertise from accountants to help businesses survive is critical, especially with companies having seen their cash reserves depleted over the past year.
Most government support programmes have dried up, and this is underscored by internal challenges.
Moving beyond the one-size-fits-all approach to work will boost both business performance and staff satisfaction, says Bruce Pritchard CA.
Economics
What is preventing another Steinhoff from happening in this country?
Or a Tongaat, an African Bank, an Eskom, an SAA − the list goes on.
It is a question that should be top of mind of those who are employed and are seeking employment, those who have invested hard-earned money in banks and large corporations, and those who are saving for the future, as well as of communities that rely on corporate social expenditure
Uplifting the profession and enhancing audit quality
Among the many recent and upcoming initiatives to enhance audit quality there is one underdog that could really shift the landscape, but will it be soon enough?
Could ISQM 1 be the secret weapon we do not even realise we have?
Ethics
Principles versus rules in professional ethics
By adopting a principles-based code, SAICA requires all its members to apply professional judgement at all times to identify, evaluate and address threats to professional accountants’ compliance with the fundamental principles of ethics.
These principles determine the standard of behaviour that the public can expect of members of the profession, and adhering to the code would restore public trust in the profession
Diversity
How can you encourage neurodiversity in your organisation?
Neurodiverse teams bring together people with different ways of thinking. Chartered accountants can help to monitor and report on the success of recruitment and retention policies. Empathy and strategic thinking, the ability to multitask, creativity and analytic prowess – on paper at least, these traits would suggest that a candidate […]
Leadership
Global Trade
6 Contributor Insights from “The Business Case for Doing Good” Webinar
Over 1,500 people from 96 countries joined first #FinBiz 2030 online series of 2021 to learn more about the business case for the sustainable development agenda.
The webinar was an opportunity to hear from leaders who have innovated responsible business solutions, and contributed to a changing culture around positive impact.
