Gideon Folkers refutes the present belief by many that the work of the accountant shall soon be replaced by computers and smart algorithms. He points out in what way the accountant can play an important role in small and medium-sized businesses in the future. The accountant of the future will add value for these companies by using his professional skills, expertise and knowledge of the business in implementing and optimizing IT systems.
Jules Muis talks about his career and the great amount of experiences he has had throughout the years. Presently, he is a member of the ESM Board of Auditors. In this interview he elaborates on the upcoming European stress test for banks and the potential problems that may arise.
In this essay Robin Lintjens,Assistant-Professor Financial Accounting at Nyenrode Business University, will highlight differences between International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and Dutch Accounting Standards (DAS). As several professional publications provide a detailed overview of key differences between IFRS and DAS, mostly per topic, he will focus on providing an overview of differences in the overall approach and the strictness of the standards.
Have you ever thought about becoming a professional accountant after graduation? In Hong Kong, if you, being a university graduate and no matter
Prof. drs. John van Kollenburg RA gives us his promising perception of the initial purpose of the accountant, the changes in the profession, and the necessity of fundamental reforms. He invites everyone to take a position and participate in the discussion.
As part of the commission that organizes the Accounting Insight 2013. Marloes Kerkmeijer and Jordie Wennekes give an introduction about how the accounting professions is subject to change.
