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Navigating the ever-evolving landscape of employee benefits in the UK can be challenging. With shifting workforce expectations and a fluctuating economic climate, staying ahead is crucial. Key trends for 2024 include health and wellness initiatives, flexible work arrangements, financial wellness programs, and technology-driven benefits. These trends are transforming HR practices and significantly enhancing employee satisfaction and retention.

Discover the secrets to conducting a successful problem-solving session with finance in this comprehensive guide.

Discover the secrets to conducting a successful decision-making meeting with finance.

Discover the secrets to conducting a successful feedback session with finance professionals.

We’re delighted to announce that AVADO have been shortlisted for Distance Learning Provider of the Year at the 2019 AAT Training Provider Awards! We won the award last year, so it’s a real honour to be shortlisted twice in a row!

In the exam room, you want to be able to rely on the answer your calculator has given you.

The exam countdown blog is back! This time last year I wrote a weekly blog helping students to prepare for the ACCA exams in the December sitting.  Apparently, some of you liked it so I am back, and over the next 11 weeks I’ll be sharing with you some advice and tips to improve your chances of success in the exam.

For those interested in accountancy or already training to work in the industry, understanding what employers look for is crucial to landing your dream job. With over a quarter million members of accountancy bodies in the UK, it’s clear that competition is high. So, while your qualifications are important, it’s also necessary to consider some the skills that will be relevant for a career in accountancy. If you’re early on in your pathway towards accountancy or haven’t yet started, you also need to consider what kind of career in accountancy you are best suited to. Different accounting roles need different skill-sets, from those involving communication and teamwork to those requiring self-motivation and a willingness to work irregular hours.

This week I caught up with Claire North, one of our AAT graduates who’s completed levels 2 & 3 and is currently studying level 4. Here’s Claire’s story…