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Marina Mouka
May 27, 2025

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Thomson Reuters on playing the long game with MTD
At the sidelines of Accountex 2025, Thomson Reuters’ Max Thomas, Brian Wilson and Sai Charan Anaparthy explain why the firm is betting big on Making Tax Digital—and why most of the market still isn’t ready.

 

THE BIG INTERVIEW

Q&A: Inside Protiviti’s front-row view of audit’s next evolution
Internal audit is no longer a passive control function - it’s becoming a strategic advisor in an era defined by AI, talent shortages, and rising risk. In this Q&A, Protiviti UK’s Janet Barberis and Deepa Krishnamachari explain how audit teams are evolving, what’s holding them back, and why culture, data quality, and skills gaps matter more than ever. From AI adoption to regulatory readiness, this is a candid look at what internal audit needs to stay relevant.

 

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Delegation and Context Are Essential for Effective Leadership in Accounting Firms
Rob Brown challenges accounting firm leaders to overcome micromanagement by embracing effective delegation and contextual leadership. By outlining five levels of leadership influence and offering actionable scripts for empowering teams, this guidance directly addresses scalability and improved firm culture, crucial for partners seeking operational advancement.
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