With a career history that has taken her to the C-suite in the corporate sector and to top universities in Hong Kong where she empowers the next generation of accountants, Dr Eva Chan FCCA has made her mark on the accountancy profession. Yet it is her specialism in investor relations that really gets her talking. In her interview, she explains why clear communication and building connections are so important in navigating the complex work of finance.
Our practice CPD feature this month is on family offices where we explore the need for sophisticated wealth management solutions and succession planning to meet the demands of the growing number of ultra-wealthy families in Asia. How are accounting professionals broadening their skillsets to become valued strategic advisers and philanthropy experts? We also find out how practices in Singapore are investing in the next generation of accountants to support their professional growth as well as tackle critical gaps in the talent pipeline.
Elsewhere, the shifting compliance requirements for cryptocurrencies has put pressure on accounting professionals in Asia to monitor how digital assets are classed and what that means for reporting and tax obligations. With diverse requirements across the region, we find out how building capabilities and collaborating with legal and compliance teams have become key.
And, as artificial intelligence becomes embedded in corporate functions, we look at what internal audit teams are doing to harness AI so that workflows become more productive but also deliver meaningful value for stakeholders.
Our CPD careers feature this month is on motivation and how leaders can inspire and empower their staff to excel within their teams.
Finally, mark your diary with ACCA’s annual virtual conference, Accounting for the Future. This year’s theme is ‘Trust and innovation in the new era of finance’. Register to attend live from 25–27 November or on demand, and earn up to 21 free CPD units.
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