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Accountancy Age recently released a report on the accounting industry for 2024-2025, and the key challenges for accounting firms struck a chord with us. These areas are core to our business’s offering. The survey at the heart of the report was answered by a range of firms varying from small accounting practices to the big…

This is a question many people ask when considering a career move. There are several benefits for using a specialist recruiter, such as ourselves, to assist in your search, and here are a few of them. Relationships in the industry One of the main benefits of using a specialist in your sector, is that typically the recruiter will have strong relationships, and insights,…

Ella Britton speaks to Duncan Crooks, Talent Acquisition Senior Manager at Price Bailey. Duncan was a guest speaker at our HR event in May 2024 at Electric Shuffle in London. He explains why effective HR strategies and great leadership can create a company culture of ambition, wellbeing and transparency. Background and career I have worked…

During the summer, we had an informal chat with Joe Down, Senior Manager at Moore Kingston Smith. Joe talks about having the courage to take opportunities and how flexible working enables him to focus on his ironman training. Joe works exclusively in external audit within the Corporate Client Services team. Studying and early career Despite…

For professionals with a background in tax, transitioning to a law firm can open up a wide range of opportunities. Whether you’re a tax advisor or consultant, your expertise in tax law and regulations will make you a valuable asset in the legal world. Our Senior Consultant, Tim Keech, explains how. Law firms are increasingly…

We talk to Hannah Van Ross ACA, Audit Partner at Shipleys LLP and 2024 winner of the 35 Under 35 awards. With a passion for ESG initiatives and internal wellbeing, Hannah’s career at a mid-tier firm has given her exposure to a range of experiences and opportunities. Hannah is an Audit Partner at Shipleys LLP…

Sophie Woodburn, Audit Manager at F. W. Smith, Riches & Co., sits down with Adam Munro to discuss the ‘Tomorrows Leaders’ network she helped set up and why firms should mentor and encourage junior staff. Sophie Woodburn provides high quality advice to clients, cost-effective solutions to any difficulties presented and is also involved with tendering…

Helen Lovering has over 20 years of experience working in recruitment, all within financial services, across the Sydney, Singapore and London markets. She has spent the last nine years as Director working for a large international agency overseas, returning to the UK in 2023. After working in London, she joined AJ Chambers in 2024, heading…

ICAEW Data Community Chair and Ethics Committee Member, Franki Hackett, explains why firms should apply proper processes and regulation in order to use AI. In this insightful article, Franki gives honest careers advice to trainees and provides views on ethics in audit. Franki Hackett is Head of Audit & Ethics at Engine B, which began…

Adam Munro, Associate Portfolio Director at AJ Chambers, shares tips and insights for trainee accountants looking to stand out. Adam heads up client relationships in London for Audit & Accounts. With over 11 years’ experience, he has built a network with London’s most prominent companies and assisted hundreds of trained accountants with their career. What…