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Gender equality 'improving for accountants'

28/11/2007

The accountancy profession can offer women in the workplace a more level playing field as more and more firms recognise the importance of staff retention, according to a new survey. Recent research ...

More firms offering freelance jobs

26/11/2007

Increasing numbers of companies are recognising the benefits of hiring freelancers, creating a wider market for those who require temporary, contract-based positions, says one UK freelance network. ...

CO2 making UK staff 'less productive'

21/11/2007

High levels of CO2 in UK offices may be having a negative effect on employee productivity and overall wellbeing, according to recent research from KPMG.A study conducted by Big Four accountancy firm ...

Accountants call for HMRC inquiry

21/11/2007

The Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW) has called for an independent inquiry into the HM Revenue & Customs' (HMRC) data handling procedures. Following the loss of the ...

Increasing demand for accountants hits the City

20/11/2007

Rises in oil prices are forcing big firms to seek top City accountants in order to manage the current surge in business, industry reports claim. Leading operators such as BP, Shell and Halliburton ...