All articles by Umesh Ellichipuram

Umesh Ellichipuram

AFRC and Securities Commission Malaysia sign audit MoU

The agreement establishes a framework for consultation, information exchange and mutual assistance between the two regulators.

IAASB seeks comments on updated ISA for LCE audits

The changes aim to keep the standard proportionate and universally applicable.

Middle East conflict drives global operating costs to record high – survey

Respondents blamed rising costs on surging commodity prices and supply disruptions linked to the Middle East conflict.

CIMA urges new UK Government to fix tax and skills for growth

The organisation is asking for immediate tax and skills reforms to cut business costs, boost investment and ensure predictable growth.

India’s SEBI expands forensic auditor panel with 18 new companies

The forensic audit panel is made up of practices that the regulator authorises to carry out forensic audits of listed companies.

Australia plans tougher measures for Big Four accounting firms

The government has instructed ASIC to tighten its oversight of Australian accounting and auditing standards.

ICAS, BPP roll out accounting and business qualification in England

The initiative creates new professional growth opportunities for regional employers and staff.

UK picks Dame Jayne-Anne Gadhia as preferred candidate to chair FRC

Gadhia founded and chaired fintech company Snoop and served as CEO of Virgin Money from 2007 to 2018.

ICAN urges accounting technicians to build digital skills

The institute called on the accounting technicians to keep pace with technologies such as AI, automation and data analytics.

IRS to launch automatic penalty relief for compliant taxpayers

The agency said the new AEP will replace the First Time Abate programme.