Sam Alberti is deputy editor at Accountancy Age. He has spent the past two years covering a range of beats as a reporter and senior reporter, before taking on the role of Deputy Editor in January 2023. He previously covered people management and business transformation for HRD Connect. He is also an NCTJ-qualified news reporter with an MA in journalism.

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New generation of CFOs “expect apps to be simple”
Cloud

New generation of CFOs “expect apps to be simple”

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New generation of CFOs “expect apps to be simple”

The pandemic has accelerated this further, with finance teams working remotely and using more technology day-to-day Read More...

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Loose regulation allows insolvency to be “weaponised”, MP says as APPG report casts shadow over industry
Insolvency

Loose regulation allows insolvency to be “weaponised”, MP says as APPG repo...

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Loose regulation allows insolvency to be “weaponis...

Parliamentary report seeks to eradicate conflict of interest in "Wild West" insolvency industry Read More...

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Social care levy has potential to stifle growth, experts warn
Tax

Social care levy has potential to stifle growth, experts warn

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Social care levy has potential to stifle growth, e...

Tax and business advisory experts have raised concerns over the UK government’s plans to raise national insurance contributions (NICs), arguing that t...

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Q&A: KPMG senior partner James Kergon
Accounting Firms

Q&A: KPMG senior partner James Kergon

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Q&A: KPMG senior partner James Kergon

Accountancy Age spoke with KPMG senior partner for Scotland James Kergon, who outlined his background and the key goals for his tenure Read More...

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HMRC must "rebuild the trust" of taxpayers after Loan Charge failings
HMRC

HMRC must "rebuild the trust" of taxpayers after Loan Charge failings

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HMRC must "rebuild the trust" of taxpayers after L...

Government’s "misunderstanding" of how contracting works led to misinterpret "accidental" tax avoidance, critics say Read More...

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Statutory audit must “make more use” of internal audit expertise
Audit

Statutory audit must “make more use” of internal audit expertise

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Statutory audit must “make more use” of internal a...

While objectivity and independence are critical, greater collaboration could be the key to stronger assurance Read More...

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Audit reform urgently needed to remedy “glacial” progress
Audit

Audit reform urgently needed to remedy “glacial” progress

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Audit reform urgently needed to remedy “glacial” p...

FRC audit quality scores reflect "unacceptable" performances from some firms and reinforce need for government reforms Read More...

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Accounting and audit tech update: FreshBooks, Galvanize and more
Technology

Accounting and audit tech update: FreshBooks, Galvanize and more

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Accounting and audit tech update: FreshBooks, Galv...

Accountancy Age’s monthly round-up of accounting and audit tech news, including new partnerships, product launches and people moves Read More...

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Audit must “dial up focus” to detect fraud more effectively
Audit

Audit must “dial up focus” to detect fraud more effectively

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Audit must “dial up focus” to detect fraud more ef...

While the responsibility of auditors is often misinterpreted, the capabilities of the profession must still improve, according to market participants ...

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Software market unready for looming MTD deadline
MTD

Software market unready for looming MTD deadline

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Software market unready for looming MTD deadline

The onus is on businesses to achieve MTD compliance, but this process is hindered by complicated and expensive software Read More...

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Report: Next steps critical for “complex” international tax framework, market warns
Tax

Report: Next steps critical for “complex” international tax framework, mark...

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Report: Next steps critical for “complex” internat...

Implementation, harmonisation and timeline are all major sources of concern across the industry Read More...

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UK must develop professional skills or “risk being left behind”, market warns
Business

UK must develop professional skills or “risk being left behind”, market war...

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UK must develop professional skills or “risk being...

The financial and professional services sector’s talent pipeline is critical to supporting the wider UK economy, according to market participants Read...

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Experts reject ‘insolvency tsunami’ predictions but advise caution
Insolvency

Experts reject ‘insolvency tsunami’ predictions but advise caution

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Experts reject ‘insolvency tsunami’ predictions bu...

Forecasts suggesting a wave of corporate insolvencies on the horizon are alarmist, but rescue tools and advisory services should still be considered, ...

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Accounting firms losing out on talent in “candidate-led market”, experts say
Accounting Firms

Accounting firms losing out on talent in “candidate-led market”, experts sa...

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Accounting firms losing out on talent in “candidat...

The pandemic has accelerated a shift in market power, requiring accountancy firms to rethink hiring strategies Read More...

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Industry urges government to address “fragile” public sector audit market
Audit

Industry urges government to address “fragile” public sector audit market

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Industry urges government to address “fragile” pub...

Market capacity is cited as the key concern by market participants Read More...

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Profile: Azets CEO Chris Horne
Accounting Firms

Profile: Azets CEO Chris Horne

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Profile: Azets CEO Chris Horne

Accountancy Age spoke with Azets' new CEO Chris Horne, who outlined the key goals for his tenure Read More...

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BEIS reforms can demonstrate "true value of audit”
Audit

BEIS reforms can demonstrate "true value of audit”

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BEIS reforms can demonstrate "true value of audit”

Recent data shows the level of scepticism of audit among business owners Read More...

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ICAEW and ACCA slam BEIS plans for new professional body for corporate auditors
Audit

ICAEW and ACCA slam BEIS plans for new professional body for corporate audi...

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ICAEW and ACCA slam BEIS plans for new professiona...

"We do not see it as being necessary or desirable" Read More...

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R&D relief scheme “must be updated” to minimise uncertainty, industry argues
Corporate Tax

R&D relief scheme “must be updated” to minimise uncertainty, industry argue...

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R&D relief scheme “must be updated” to minimise un...

Sources say that while the regime is positive, it must reflect the “reality of the 2020s” Read More...

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Market fears "disproportionate impact" of mandatory PII plans
Regulation

Market fears "disproportionate impact" of mandatory PII plans

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Market fears "disproportionate impact" of mandator...

Government must consider several "obvious" challenges, sources say Read More...

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BEIS audit reforms could bear “huge” unintended consequences, market warns
Audit

BEIS audit reforms could bear “huge” unintended consequences, market warns

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BEIS audit reforms could bear “huge” unintended co...

Sources say the government must find more balance and focus Read More...

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Report: Skills gap to spark employee "power shift"
People Practice

Report: Skills gap to spark employee "power shift"

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Report: Skills gap to spark employee "power shift"

A more competitive approach is needed to acquire and retain talent, experts say Read More...

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Profile: ICAEW president William Brooks
Accounting Standards

Profile: ICAEW president William Brooks

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Profile: ICAEW president William Brooks

Accountancy Age spoke with Brooks, who talked us through future goals and challenges for the ICAEW Read More...

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KPMG insolvency misconduct “further emphasises” need for independent regulator, MPs say
Insolvency

KPMG insolvency misconduct “further emphasises” need for independent regula...

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KPMG insolvency misconduct “further emphasises” ne...

The landmark case is said to have exposed patterns of neglect in the profession Read More...

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ICAEW and ACCA slam “poor” HMRC performance
HMRC

ICAEW and ACCA slam “poor” HMRC performance

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ICAEW and ACCA slam “poor” HMRC performance

The watchdogs say that a lack of resources are to blame Read More...

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AAT and ICAEW tussle over calls for compulsory membership
Accounting Standards

AAT and ICAEW tussle over calls for compulsory membership

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AAT and ICAEW tussle over calls for compulsory mem...

“It’s unduly harsh” Read More...

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“False self-employment” to be targeted for tax non-compliance
Tax

“False self-employment” to be targeted for tax non-compliance

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“False self-employment” to be targeted for tax non...

Many businesses may be in breach of the rules unknowingly Read More...

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