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How to forecast in Excel with the push of a button

20 Aug 2019

Excel is not only readily available at low cost on almost every laptop, but it contains much of the computing power needed for sophisticated forecasting, says expert Dr Liam Bastick. Learn how to get the most out of the Excel forecast functions.

Dr Can Van Luc CPA, chief economist at the state-owned BIDV, the country’s second-biggest lender by market value. Image: Boris Zuliani.

Vietnamese economy stands at a crossroads, and Dr Can Van Luc CPA has a front-row seat

01 Aug 2019

As a leading adviser and chief economist of one of Vietnam's largest commercial banks, Dr Cam Van Luc CPA is in a unique position.

The transformation of Singapore’s economy during the past five decades has driven rapid economic growth and significant social welfare gains.

The Singapore economy looks to reinvent itself

01 Aug 2019

A string of challenges confronts Singapore as it seeks to maintain its status as an Asian economic success story.

While salary is always important, other strategies can be used to attract candidates.

How to make your firm more attractive to job seekers

01 Aug 2019

How can a small or medium-sized business be seen as a good workplace and stand out to job seekers? First, create an environment where people want to work.

Should you outsource payroll?

01 Aug 2019

The decision to outsource payroll or manage it in-house should be influenced by more than just the size of your business. From data sovereignty to compliance, here are some of the factors to consider.

Shelley Banton realised that to take advantage of the kind of technology now streaming into the marketplace, she had to have a bigger firm behind her. Image: Anthony Geernaert.

Harnessing technology for better outcomes for auditor and client

01 Aug 2019

Automation has its limits when it comes to auditing, but Shelley Banton says it's possible to harness the best of both worlds to benefit auditor and client.

The use of big data – and the transformation of accountants from number crunchers to human-centric evaluators of costs and benefits – has made a difference at NSW Health.

Beyond numbers: human-centric accounting

01 Aug 2019

Neville Onley and Alfa D'Amato are showing how finance professionals working with medical staff in the New South Wales health system are delivering better outcomes.

Perhaps you’re a mid or later-career accountant who would like to work in the arts? The trick in this situation is to be as well rounded as possible. Illustration: Jacqui Triggs.

Getting creative - accounting careers in the arts

01 Aug 2019

You don't need to love sculpture or be an opera buff to have an accounting career in the arts, but you probably will develop a passion for the industry.