Category: Audit/Accounts
Client vs Accountant: The battle for AI authority
The rise of AI has been met with celebration and trepidation in almost equal measure. With AI enthusiasts hailing the technology with the same fervour they would normally reserve for the second coming of Jesus (while some actually built an AI model of the Messiah!) and sceptics lamenting the death of creativity, AI dominates much […]
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Hybrid work leads to more complex audits – can you handle them?
Hybrid working has gone from being a fantasy of many disgruntled commuters to an essential part of working life. However, remote working has posed challenges for auditors. Where once it was possible for an auditor to walk into an office and have immediate access to everyone and everything needed, remote working can place people and […]
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How do you keep auditing smaller businesses?
Starting in this current tax year, the threshold for mandatory audits has been significantly increased. Previously, companies with a £10.2 million turnover or assets worth £5.1 million were subject to mandatory auditing. Now, only companies with a £15 million turnover or assets worth £7.5 million will be required to get audited. This signals a major […]
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How AI is enhancing digital workspaces for auditors
AI is changing how auditors operate within digital workspaces. It is seamlessly automating routine tasks, enhancing collaboration, managing documents securely, and strengthening data protection. Rather than adding complexity, AI is simplifying workflows and allows auditors to focus on higher-value tasks while maintaining compliance, accuracy, and efficiency. The benefits of integrated AI systems One of AI’s […]
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How to reduce audit risk with real-time document control
Relying on outdated, incomplete, or incorrect documents can lead to material misstatements in financial reports, compliance failures, and regulatory scrutiny. Meanwhile, governing bodies like the ICAEW and FRC are demanding increased transparency and accuracy. However, traditional methods – email threads, paper-based filing systems, and local storage – create fragmented audit trails, making it difficult to […]
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