Salaries increase as recruitment and retention become more difficult for accountancy firms in East Anglia
Accountancy training firm First Intuition has released the findings from its most recent salary survey of employers of accountants.
First Intuition expands its portfolio of training programmes by launching Digital Finance and Data Analytics courses
The award-winning accountancy training provider has added two new courses to its portfolio of training programmes for accountants and finance professionals. Digital Finance Essentials and Data Analytics in Finance will join First Intuition’s range of Post-Qualification Education programmes designed to help accountants to keep their knowledge and skills current and relevant.
Free careers advice and skills workshops for young adults interested in accountancy and finance
First Intuition, the accountancy training provider’s award-winning online Accountancy Academy is returning for 2022.
First Intuition wins award for innovation in accountancy
Accountancy training firm First Intuition has been recognised for its innovation in the accountancy and finance sector at the 2022 PQ Awards.
The future of accounting: how are digital technologies reshaping the industry?
New digital technologies such as automation, AI, data analytics and apps that connect to accounting software are becoming increasingly critical for accounting and finance professionals. Finance roles and functions now incorporate a magnitude of new digital products, finance-related software, and novel forms of digital-based customer communication and interaction.
Accountancy training firm offers finance professionals free resources
Accountancy training firm offers finance professionals free resources on digital technologies and data analytics ahead of the launch of its new courses.
East Anglia Accountancy Salary Guide: How much should you be paying your trainee and qualified staff?
Accountancy training firm, First Intuition, has launched its first Accountancy Salary Guide to help provide benchmarking information on salaries at different levels in accountancy careers.
The value of apprenticeships in accountancy: free events and resources offered over National Apprenticeship Week 2022
Accountancy training firm, First Intuition, reveals a host of virtual events and resources ahead of National Apprenticeship Week 2022, to give students and businesses the opportunity to learn more about accountancy apprenticeships.
Autumn Budget 2021: How extended apprenticeship incentives are supporting job creation for young adults
Chief Executive of accountancy training firm First Intuition, Gareth John, has commended the government for its plans to extend the apprenticeship incentive scheme and thereby support more career opportunities for young people at a time when they need all the help they can get.
How out-of-date connotations associated with apprenticeships impact the accountancy industry
Although the concept of apprenticeships has been around for centuries, the modern apprenticeship system that combines academic learning and practice was introduced in the 1960s. This system was put in place to prevent skills shortages in traditionally skilled occupations and was considered an alternative path to more ‘academic’ routes such as completing A-Levels and going to university.
The Nos have it – ICAEW ‘Grand East Anglian Debate’ attendees vote against full economic devolution in East Anglia
Almost two years late and three postponements later, the long awaited ‘ICAEW Grand East Anglian Debate’ finally went ahead at the end of last month at the iconic Cambridge Union. Over 100 business and professional leaders from across the region travelled to the evening event to hear six speakers debate the motion “this house believes that a vibrant East Anglia needs full economic devolution”.
Challenges of attracting and retaining qualified staff
Chief Executive of accountancy training firm First Intuition, Gareth John, shares insight into the challenges of attracting and retaining qualified staff.
Accountancy training provider First Intuition launches a free apprentice recruitment service
First Intuition, the award-winning accountancy training provider, is now offering a bespoke apprentice recruitment service to assist employers in their search for the best talent.
Why now is the best time to sign up an apprentice
The adoption of apprenticeships in the accountancy sector has skyrocketed in recent years, rising from 5% of trainees to over 80%.
First Intuition launches free resources to address skills gaps and help young adults into the workplace
First Intuition, the award-winning accountancy training provider, has launched a new package of resources aimed at young people looking for work and entering the workplace for the first time.
The unique challenges of recruiting for entry level positions in 2021 and beyond
Gareth John of First Intuition Cambridge details how employers can help young adults get their foot in the door...
Updates to apprenticeship funding reservations
From today (1 April 2021), the reservation period for apprenticeship funding for employers who do not pay the apprenticeship levy is being extended. This means these employers can now reserve funds up to six months in advance of the apprentice’s planned start.
First Intuition bridges skills gaps and offers crucial careers advice by taking Accountancy Academy online
Following the success of last year’s Accounting Academy with over 800 registrations, First Intuition is bringing back its free careers and skills workshops for students interested in starting a career in accountancy and finance.
First Intuition launches free leadership and management sessions
First Intuition is delighted to announce the launch of its new Leadership and Management programme, by offering free Leadership Lunch and Learn sessions available for all. The award-winning accountancy training provider is expanding its portfolio of training courses.