Now that spring is finally here, many of us are thinking of making some changes to get fit for whatever the rest of the year may bring.
In our main interview this month, Eimear McCauley FCCA, who leads the finance function at Western Health and Social Care Trust, discusses the challenges of building an integrated, collaborative approach to delivering quality services for everyone’s wellbeing.
In recent weeks the news has been dominated by US president Donald Trump’s proposed tariffs on global trade, which have left multinationals considering radical changes if they are to continue to operate in key markets. We take a look at what the trade war might mean for Ireland’s economy and biggest companies.
It’s not just tariffs that are turning the business world upside down – technology is having a significant impact, too. Columnist Ian Guider returns to a theme he has considered before, this time arguing that AI will be a true game-changer.
And there are signs the EU is having second thoughts about green reporting requirements, with a new directive aimed at streamlining sustainability reporting to cut costs and the administrative burden. We’ve an analysis of the key developments.
With so much uncertainty and change in the air, many firms are considering how best to meet client needs. Our article on how to rebrand your practice examines what you need to do to ensure the image you project matches the services you offer.
Some good news for accountants who are considering a job move is that accounting and finance recruitment is expected to remain buoyant in 2025. Our careers article analyses which skills are in most demand, and we also have a special edition on the future of work.
And if you want to improve your own prospects, dip into our collection of CPD-worthy articles.
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