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35 under 35: Final week to submit your entry
The countdown is on! Only one week left to shine a spotlight on the leaders, innovators, and change-makers in UK accountancy. The 35 under 35 nominations close soon - make sure your submission makes it in on time.
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Step-by-step guide to using OCR for AP automation
As finance teams seek to automate and scale, AP automation has become a critical enabler of efficiency and control. At the core of most successful AP automation projects is OCR (Optical Character Recognition) software, which scans information from invoices and transforms manual work into automated, flawless workflows.
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How to lose £9bn a year without even noticing
UK SMEs are missing out on billions in savings interest, not because of economic volatility or poor decision-making, but because they’re parked with the wrong bank. In May 2025, the average small business with £75,000 in savings earned £906 in interest from a Big Bank. The same sum deposited with a challenger bank would have generated £3,232 - a difference of over £2,300.
THE BIG INTERVIEW
Q&A: Inside Protiviti’s front-row view of audit’s next evolution
Protiviti’s Janet Barberis and Deepa Krishnamachari explain why internal auditors need a seat at the transformation table.
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Northern Ireland Housing Executive Commits to Sustainability Reporting Standard for Social Housing
The Northern Ireland Housing Executive (NIHE) has adopted the Sustainability Reporting Standard for Social Housing, aligning with over 130 providers to ensure transparent ESG reporting. This framework aims to enhance energy efficiency, reduce carbon emissions significantly by 2026, and achieve specific energy standards by 2030, benefiting residents and investors.
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Bringing Passion To Accountancy: A Conversation With Cindy Jorgensen
Cindy Jorgensen accelerates career success by mentoring accounting professionals to build thriving firms, underscoring her industry influence. Her expertise and resources, such as eBooks on business profitability, enhance accounting practices. Engage with Cindy for personalised guidance.
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