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.