All articles by Umesh Ellichipuram

Umesh Ellichipuram

436,000 sole traders and landlords file first MTD update, says HMRC

From September, HMRC will begin signing up required MTD for Income Tax users who have not yet enrolled.

PCAOB swears in Kyle S. Hauptman as board member

Hauptman’s Board term will run until 24 October 2029.

ACCA urges HMRC to rethink income tax self-assessment changes

ACCA calls the proposals flawed, unfair, and a source of unnecessary bureaucracy for already overburdened businesses.

IRS adds new payment and notice features to Business Tax Account

With these new additions, BTA users now have access to a wider range of digital IRS notices.

SEC forms enforcement unit to tackle accounting and auditing fraud

The new unit will be led by Timothy Zimmerman, who joined the Division of Enforcement in May 2026.

CIMA congratulates students as pass rates rise across Scotland

CIMA urged professionals to embrace adaptability and continuous upskilling to keep pace with shifting corporate landscapes.

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 review of minimum tax on discretionary trusts

The professional body labelled the measure as “disproportionate”.

IFRS Foundation appoints Laura Forzani as managing director

Forzani will succeed Michel Madelain and will report to the chair of the IFRS Foundation trustees.

ICAI expands US reach with new chapter in Ohio

The Ohio addition expands the ICAI’s global reach to 85 cities across 47 countries.