All articles by Umesh Ellichipuram
Umesh Ellichipuram
NASBA puts forward new leadership nominees ahead of October meeting
The nominations were revised after vice-chair Coalter Baker resigned to focus on his health.
CPA Australia calls for Whistleblower Protection Office to simplify reporting
The accounting body said uncertainty about protections, disclosure scope and reporting channels creates avoidable hurdles for would-be whistleblowers.
Hong Kong renews terms of AFRC’s ADC members
The 12 reappointed ADC members will serve for another two years, starting on 1 August 2026.
Most UK school leavers prefer ‘earn and learn’ over university, ACCA finds
Four out of five students plan to start a degree apprenticeship after school.
CPA Australia calls for review of minimum tax on discretionary trusts
The professional body labelled the measure as “disproportionate”.
FRC updates auditor sanctions procedures
The new amendment alters sanctions governance, not the substance of the regimes.
IFRS Foundation appoints Laura Forzani as managing director
Forzani will succeed Michel Madelain and will report to the chair of the IFRS Foundation trustees.
TPB chair steps aside from KPMG inquiry over conflict rules – report
Peter De Cure spent nearly 25 years as a partner at KPMG before leaving in 2013.
ICAI expands US reach with new chapter in Ohio
The Ohio addition expands the ICAI’s global reach to 85 cities across 47 countries.
FRC issues guidance on applying materiality in corporate reporting
The FRC noted that a clear focus on materiality can help companies strip out unnecessary information.