Working environments have always been places of mixed culture, age and opinion. But as older generations return to work and Gen Z enters the workforce, how does an organisation ensure unity? A tendency exists to treat workers based on generational stereotypes rather than facts, taking a blanket approach, but workplace demographic shifts more polarised than ever before, In this podcast, Jessica Zwaan, Chief Operating Officer for Talentful, and Lizzy Barry, HR Director for IRIS Software Group, explore how leaders can make decisions based on resounding truths rather than sweeping generalisations, using workforce data to ensure a more effective approach to people management.
What is driving the boom in the accountancy space? The bookkeeper! The role of the bookkeeper has expanded to being almost identical to the accountant, taking a much more entrepreneurial approach to their service. Gone are the days of only keeping the books. Thanks to advancements in technology, unqualified employees can also process bookkeeping data making it more attractive to set up a bookkeeping business and bring in support staff. In this podcast, Ami Copeland, CEO of the Institute of Certified Bookkeepers and Emma Crawford-Falekaono, Accountancy Sales Director at IRIS Software Group explore this changing role and detail the implications on the industry.
Workers are less emotionally invested and they put up with very little. In a candidates’ market, there's no room for poor management or uninspiring workplaces. This is a huge challenge in the accountancy sector. If you find a suitable candidate, you might not be able to keep them. With this in mind, innovative firms are rethinking the resources they need and are looking elsewhere for talent. In this podcast, Jonathan Mackie, Director at NRB Chartered Accountants and Emma Crawford-Falekaono, Accountancy Sales Director at IRIS Software Group explore how this movement has come about and how firms can set themselves up for success.
There's no question that the hype around AI has re-invigorated the conversation around technology in accountancy and the value that connected data and analytics can bring in. There are a host of potential benefits from implementing AI, many of which revolve around automating costly, lengthy and mundane tasks. This podcast explores the areas where AI has the potential to empower accountants to change how they do business and its practical application today within forward-thinking firms. Tune in now with Alistair Brisbourne, Head of Technology Research at ACCA and Steven Cox, Director of Business Intelligence at IRIS Software Group.
Within Multi-Academy Trusts, the executive leadership team is accountable for effectively implementing the trust strategy and operating plan - deciding where to dedicate resources and how best to drive impact. It’s about creating a culture of ethical leadership and ensuring the team is made up of those with the necessary expertise. But what qualities are needed for a successful leadership team and what can trusts do to identify and attract the leaders of tomorrow? Find out from Lord Jim Knight, Former UK Minister for Schools, Digital & Employment and Simon Freeman, MD of Education at IRIS Software Group.