Planner, accounting convergence on the rise: SFG

01-Mar-2013

SFG Australia will continue to explore opportunities within Australia’s accounting market as the company believes there is increasing convergence between advice offered by financial advisers and accountants. .. Read More

Countplus delivers positive profit

28-Feb-2013

Listed accounting and wealth services group Countplus posted a positive half year result, achieving gross revenue of $58.17 million for the period ending 30 December 2012, up 8.4 per cent. The group reported an.. Read More

Govt to finalise accounting regulations in April

28-Feb-2013

The federal government expects to finalise amendments to its new limited licensing regulations for accountants in April this year. "After feedback from industry on the draft regulations in late 2012, the govern.. Read More

CPA strengthens offshore ties

25-Jan-2013

CPA Australia has strengthened its international accounting ties by signing an agreement with the Shanghai Institute of Certified Public Accountants (SICPA) in China. Late last year, CPA Australia and SICPA sign.. Read More

ICAA names new board

16-Jan-2013

The Institute of Chartered Accountants in Australia (ICAA) has unveiled its 2013 board, with Tim Gullifer named president of the professional member body. “Tim brings to the board more than 30 years’.. Read More

WHK slashes headcount

15-Jan-2013

Financial services firm WHK Group has cut 123 roles across the company following the completion of an internal business efficiency program. The program, including the staff culling, would have a pre-tax annualis.. Read More

APESB delays start of ethical standard

09-Jan-2013

The board of the Accounting Professional and Ethical Standards Board (APESB) has delayed the introduction of its proposed standard, APES 230 Financial Advisory Services, by 12 months. In a statement released tod.. Read More