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After Carillion, there can be no more undervaluing of the poor relation audit
Many consultants are happy to split from low-margin abacus rattlers
City law firm helped on asset sales, rescue bids and restructuring
UK chairman of KPMG says it is ‘undeniable’ that the audit market is an ‘oligopoly’
Senior execs failed to prevent alteration of documents ahead of an inspection
Founder of consultancy firm AlixPartners files federal racketeering lawsuit in NY
Algorithms can screen job résumés cheaply and even replace some lower-skilled jobs
Growing pressure on accountancy firms to do more to protect client data
Only proper enforcement will make businesses respect the laws
Accounting firm says too many ‘grey areas’ create confusion about what is permitted
Management promises to restore ad agency to growth in wake of Martin Sorrell’s exit
There is nothing in the hat.
Alan Miller accuses FRC of deep-seated conflicts of interest and says it is not fit for purpose
Andrew Tyrie observes their audit work could sometimes appear to be ‘money for old rope’
Analysts question how likely it is the UK group’s high-tech vision can be realised
Jon Lewis has secured survival but a thriving recovery is no certainty
Doubts surface after ‘go-to’ man for advice on corporate responsibility stands down from charity
Auditor-general points to ‘significant reputational risks’ associated with firm
Regulator faces growing criticism of its approach to policing audit market
Fleetwood Mac, like many business names, is a brand bigger than its members
