Many people often ask how to negotiate a pay rise. It’s an important skill that will help you throughout your life, no matter the stage in your career, whether you’re an assistant accountant or the CFO. There are several things you need to take into account when negotiating a pay rise. Build a business case …
An Assistant Accountant is an important member of a finance team. This is usually the first step on the accountancy career ladder(as a graduate or after working as an accounts assistant). In a larger finance function the Assistant accountant will report into the Management Accountant, in a smaller team they might report to the Financial …
A credit controller is a vital member of a finance team. Working alongside or as part of the Accounts Receivable team, they ensure that clients pay on time, whilst maintaining a good relationship with the clients. They have strong relations with the Sales/Client Management teams, helping balance client happiness with timely payments. Credit Controller Duties …
A Chartered Accountant is an accountant that has been rewarded the highly prestigious ICAEW qualification. These accountants have usually earned their qualification working in an audit firm or a company that has been accepted as a training provider (which is not easy!). These accountants can be found in many areas of finance, including firms, businesses, …
A Financial Controller is a senior member of a finance team. In a many businesses they will be the number two or three in the business. An FC is largely responsible for the day to day running of the finance team whilst assisting the CFO with strategic and confidential work (such as acquisitions). They are …
Maybe you’re thinking of doing an Accounting and Finance degree or are fancying a career change. One question that often comes up is accounting hard? It’s a very valid question and is not an easy answer. Usually it’s not the easiest job, and that’s why it pays well. You have a lot of responsibility for …
A Financial Director is a senior member of a finance team and the business. They usually run the finance department, or answer directly to the CFO. A Finance Director/CFO is usually an executive level position, often answering directly to the CEO and sitting on the board of directors. In many cases of a CEO leaving …
CIMA vs ACCA is an ongoing decision that people have to make when embarking on their accountancy career. So which one should you pick? While it does depend on the career path you take, I would generally recommend CIMA if you wish to begin your career working inside a business. Both qualifications are highly regarded …