March 3, 2022
bitcoin aml

AML: how money launderers use virtual assets

In the seventh instalment of Anti-Money Laundering: The Basics, IFAC and ICAEW look at the risks associated with virtual assets. Cryptocurrencies and other virtual assets offer a lot of opportunities for legitimate businesses, but it’s also potentially useful for money launderers.
March 3, 2022
diversify markets

Diversify markets and innovate systems to thrive in 2022

Business confidence in the first quarter of 2022 has returned to pre-pandemic levels, suggesting that companies are looking to the future after an unprecedented two years, ICAEW says. ICAEW’s Business Confidence Monitor (BCM), which surveys 1,000 chartered accountants across the UK, found confidence at 27.6 (out of 100) in the first quarterly index of 2022. Although this is significantly below the highest-ever reading of 47 two quarters ago, the peak was explained as a blip following the introduction of the vaccine.
March 2, 2022
Why the chief sustainability officer is becoming more common

Why the chief sustainability officer is becoming more common

This rapidly growing role spans every area of an organization, from corporate strategy to disclosure. As organizations work toward becoming net zero and meeting the requirements of the Paris Agreement, jobs that help foster corporate sustainability are becoming more common, especially in the financial sector. One such position is the chief sustainability officer (CSO).
March 1, 2022
recording

Claire Bruten Paul on Beyond Accounting Difference Makers Highlights

Check out some clips of the newest episodes from the Beyond Accounting Difference Makers Podcast series. In this segment of Beyond Accounting Difference Makers, Breiffni talks to Claire Bruten Paul, Interim Director of Finance for the highly acclaimed non-profit, Doctors Without Borders. Breiffni leads a conversation revolving around the day to day life of a finance professional working with a non-profit. Claire shares tips and tricks for those looking to take a similar path in their career. Tune in below for some highlights from their talk.
March 1, 2022
office stress

Stressed accountants too busy to seek mental health support

In a recent caba survey, eight out of 10 respondents said stress and poor mental health are a problem within the accountancy profession. Are we facing a mental health pandemic? Accountants are significantly more stressed than employees across other sectors, with workload, long hours and the lack of margin for error in the job tipping many over the edge, new research has found.
February 23, 2022
CAW Network USA Webinar Sponsorship 2022

Sponsorship Opportunities 2022

We are looking for Gold level sponsors to partner with throughout the year in delivering premium conferences. By sponsoring our events you can become part of the story and promote your involvement cost effectively.
February 23, 2022
Love=blockchain

Highlights: LOVE = Accounting and Blockchain for GOOD

The Accounting Blockchain Coalition presented with CAW Network USA in a Valentine’s Day event. On February 10th, professionals from The Accounting Blockchain Coalition joined CAW Network USA to put forth a captivating and LOVE-filled event, in honor of Valentine’s Day. Gabriella Kusz of IFAC, Monica Singer of ConsenSys, and David Deputy of Vertex shared their advice and expertise with the audience in ‘LOVE= Accounting and Blockchain for GOOD.’
February 14, 2022
working covid

How to tackle the pandemic’s effect on social mobility

Findings from research by the Resolution Foundation give key insights into what needs to be done to repair social mobility after the pandemic. The shockwaves sent through the economy, labour market and children’s education by the pandemic must be addressed in order to repair social mobility, according to the Resolution Foundation.
February 8, 2022
change process

Why people are critical in the change process

When entering a period of organisational change, leaders need to remember that people are their most vital asset. Patrick Gallen explains how organisations can best engage with employees to transition successfully.
February 1, 2022
CAW Getting ESG and CEO incentives right

Getting ESG and CEO incentives right

As firms rush to implement climate change and ESG principles, questions on pay and incentive arise. Recent research advises caution and offers guidance.
February 1, 2022
CAW CEO optimism hits 10 year high

CEO optimism hits 10-year high

CEO optimism for 2022 is a tick higher than the 76% optimism level from a year ago and fully 54 points higher than 2020, when more than half (53%) of CEOs predicted a declining economy. These are findings from PwC’s 25th Annual Global CEO Survey, which polled 4,446 CEOs in 89 countries and territories between October and November 2021.
February 1, 2022
CAW Shaping the next phase of work and beyond

Shaping the next phase of work – and beyond

As we embark on shaping the next phase of work, there is a mix of concern and excitement about getting the transition right. Kevin Empey explores what leaders can do with this once-in-a-generation opportunity to mould the future of work here and now.
February 1, 2022
Sandy Needham

How to keep up with “Accounting’s Beating Heart” with Sandy Needham C.A.

We sat down with Sandy, former CAW Network USA President and newly released 2021 author. CEO and bottlewasher. This is how Sandy Needham C.A. described what it's like to start your own business. “If you don't do something about it, nobody's gonna do anything about it. So, in the long run, you have got to decide what really is important,” said Sandy.