The main topic of this article is the fluctuating reputation of the accounting profession. Huub Wieleman and Jeroen Dijsselbloem enlighten us with their view on a variety of topics such as the report ‘In the public interest’.
Bart Dierynck discusses in this column how the accounting profession is often seen and whether this corresponds to reality.
In a world where countries and corporations are becoming increasingly interlinked, Ron Dohmen enlightens us about the international role of the FIOD in monitoring, investigating and prosecuting individuals as well as organizations who undertake fraudulent activities. He talks us through the skills and classification differences to normal accountancy practices and provides an insight into big cases he has worked on.
Hiranand Purkait talks us through the development of accounting standards and how they have been shaped to embrace the nonprofit organizational structure of United Nations. These accounting practices are implemented first hand by Hiranand himself and are aimed at facilitating a transparent and effective reporting structure.
Roger Dassen enlightens us about the advantages and disadvantages of operating in Emerging Markets. As there will always be constant developments and new markets, it is best to embrace changes rather than distance ourselves from them.
Marcel Pheijffer elaborates on the often-discussed recent reports concerning the accounting profession, its findings and recommendations. He reflects on the issues surrounding the profession in the past years and discusses its future.
