All articles by Umesh Ellichipuram

Umesh Ellichipuram

IFAC appoints new advisory group members for 2026

The organisation’s advisory groups draw on practitioners, educators and leaders across regions and sectors to provide input on how global trends are impacting professional accountants.

IESBA launches global surveys on ethics and the evolving role of CFOs

The surveys will invite inputs on how the responsibilities of CFOs and senior finance leaders are changing.

AICPA invites public input on attestation standard changes

The exposure draft outlining the proposed amendments is scheduled for online release on 26 February.

ICAZ in talks with UK to broaden access for Zimbabwean accountants

The arrangement aims to ease access for Zimbabwean–trained CAs to overseas markets.

ICAI, IIM Kashipur sign MoU to upskill chartered accountants

IIM Kashipur will design and run collaborative courses specifically for CAs.

Work-life balance and flexibility top priorities for CAs – survey  

The survey gathered responses from more than 4,100 members across Australia, New Zealand and overseas.

FRC updates strategic report guidance for UK entities

The guidance is intended to help companies meet their legal reporting requirements.

HMRC charges £325m in penalties for late self-assessment payments

Accounting practice UHY Hacker Young said it does not expect HMRC to soften its approach to late filing and payment.

CPA Australia says RBA rate rise will strain households, small operators

The accounting body also called on governments to improve access to professional advice for small enterprises.

HMRC appoints SAP to modernise core tax platform

HMRC and SAP also intend to develop new AI capabilities aimed at improving taxpayer experiences.