#future of accounting

[globalintegrauk]

Turning Point for the Accounting Industry: Unprecedented Growth in Outsourcing

 Is the accounting industry on the cusp of a revolution? The rise in outsourcing suggests it might be. Over the past few years, international expenditure on outsourcing services has grown by an astounding 40%. This shift is driven by the need for cost efficiency, a global talent crunch, and the demand for business flexibility.

As Rajesh Velayuthasamy, Sr. VP Europe and Head of Marketing at Integra Global Solutions, puts it: 

“The accounting landscape in the UK is evolving rapidly, and outsourcing has become a strategic solution for firms aiming to enhance value and maintain flexibility in a competitive market.”

What’s Driving the Growth in Outsourcing?

Cost Efficiency: Accounting firms operate in a low-margin environment. Outsourcing helps convert fixed costs into variable costs, allowing firms to scale operations as needed. Offshore service providers offer qualified talent at significantly reduced costs.

Technology Savings: Many outsourcing providers bring cutting-edge technology like cloud computing and AI, saving firms the need to invest heavily in their own infrastructure.

Addressing the Talent Shortage

The UK faces a shortage of skilled accounting professionals, particularly in specialized areas like tax compliance and auditing. Outsourcing provides a solution by tapping into a global talent pool, enabling firms to access expertise at competitive rates.

By outsourcing, firms overcome local talent constraints, enhancing their capabilities and competitiveness in a dynamic market.

How Technology Fuels Outsourcing Success

Technology is a game-changer for outsourcing. Advanced tools such as:

Cloud Computing enables real-time financial management.

AI and RPA automate routine tasks and improve accuracy. This empowers outsourcing providers to deliver timely insights, enabling firms to make strategic decisions faster and more effectively.

Prioritizing What Matters: Shifting Focus to High-Value Activities

Outsourcing routine tasks allows accounting firms to concentrate on critical strategic areas like client advisory and relationship management. By freeing up time and resources, firms can focus on activities that:

Drive operational efficiency.

Enhance client satisfaction and loyalty.

Build a stronger competitive advantage in the market.

This strategic shift allows accounting firms to unlock their full potential by concentrating on what truly matters to clients and their business.

Challenges to Consider Before Outsourcing

While outsourcing offers numerous advantages, firms must navigate potential challenges:

Data Security: Safeguarding sensitive financial information is critical. Ensure your outsourcing partner complies with strict security protocols.

Effective Communication: Maintain clear expectations and regular check-ins to ensure alignment between in-house and outsourced teams.

The Future of Accounting Outsourcing

“The future of UK accounting industry is embracing a new era, where outsourcing will not only be a cost-effective solution but a way to innovate and stay ahead,” says Rajesh Velayuthasamy.

With the acceleration of remote work and digital adoption post-COVID-19, outsourcing is now a strategic necessity. Firms planning to scale up outsourced services are setting themselves up for growth, innovation, and long-term success.

Conclusion: The Outsourcing Advantage

Outsourcing marks a pivotal turning point for the accounting industry. With nearly 40% growth in global spending, it’s clear that cost savings, access to talent, and cutting-edge technology are driving this shift.

Firms that embrace outsourcing will thrive by delivering better services, improving efficiency, and unlocking new growth opportunities.

Ready to transform your accounting firm? 

Integra Global Solutions is here to help. With tailored solutions, we partner with UK accounting firms to streamline operations, access specialized expertise, and navigate industry changes.

Explore how we can support your growth. Contact us today at www.globalintegra.co.uk  

[ranjith11]

Adding System Advisory services to your Accounting or/and Bookkeeping Practice

How can System Advisory help your clients understand systems? Adding System Advisory Services? Watch Neha, the Director of Futureproof Accountants discuss how an accounting business can take advantage of system advisory as a service and in return, providing the assistance that the clients are looking for, making it easier for them to understand how things work.

[crush-echoes]

sometimes i just get hit with the feeling

i wasnt supposed to make it this far

also what do i do now

[gaymersalsa]

two statements from victims, re: iskall85

EDIT on monday 25/11: a third victim has come forward, posting their statement on twitter. added below.

two friends of mine has been affected by what has happened, and i asked if it was okay to relay their words here.

the first one was originally tweeted but here is the statement in google docs form as well as a the pictures below the read more. the second one was shared in a private server and is being put out on reddit and twitter (edit: now on pastebin as well).

thank you for being respectful 💗

content warning: screenshots of sexual message, grooming

Kass's statement:

Mefallit's statement:

Anonymous statement:

[tekkiperson]

By a significant majority vote, I have unequivocally become a part in this esteemed fandom. In appreciation, I shall graciously contribute mundane content mostly featuring Casey Jr.

I didn't expect to gain so much notes from my first post eeeeeeeh where are you guys coming from!

[14dayswithyou]

💖 Day 3.5 is now available! 💖

For the last couple of months, only Server Boosters had access to the 3.5 update... Buuuuut now it's available for everyone to play in the 14DWY Discord — and soon itch.io once I'm happy with the QA and state of the game — so please don't feel pressured to join unless you want to!!

The full devlog + even more screenshots are under the cut ^^

What's been added to the 3.5 version?

📺 Streamer Mode!

I've been told that it's difficult to stream and monetise age-restricted videos on YouTube and Twitch, so I added an option to remove the sexual content and strong language used in the demo.

Now y'all can invite Ren into your bed for cuddles without putting your streamer career on the line /silly /lh

This won't affect the 18+ rating or dark themes/elements of the game, however! Although Streamer Mode will prevent you from seeing any "gruesome" CGs in the future, most of the core elements of the game will still be tied to the choices and decisions you make. So you won't miss out on the overall experience by using streamer mode!!

⚙️ Custom Pronouns!

It only took me one entire year to get around to it, but you can finally choose your own preferred pronouns (or use a set of pronouns instead)... At the cost of being able to change them mid-game ^^;

Since the original pronoun screen wouldn't update until a new scene was displayed, I temporarily disabled the feature. But once I find a workaround, I'll bring it back!

💗 Choose how others perceive you!

You can now choose how the cast and narration perceive you! Originally, the narration was kept strictly gender-neutral (outside of pronouns and genitalia picked by the player), but this will soon change in future updates.

For more clarity: you don't get to choose the words specifically, but you can choose between masculine, feminine, and androgynous terms!

📋 Separate top and bottom genitalia!

You can now choose your tatas and pps separately! >:3

Alongside that, you can also choose your preferred body type!

I removed the "both" genitalia option because a few players still assumed it was an obscure version of "intersex". That wasn't my intention and I don't want to mislead anyone, so I took it out for now ^^;

I also didn't want to include a screenshot of the new genitalia choices in action (because it's NSFW), so y'all get the same character menu screen for the nth time instead lmao

📱 Relationship Screen Overhaul!

You can now change your own status for more immersion, and long-term Server Boosters will eventually be able to submit and use their own icon within the game as well!

Stalking finding your friends has now become easier by using "Buddy Maps"; a new app that allows you to see the location of all the cast members!

I want to offer players more incentive to check the relationship screen since they tend to miss the status updates, so hopefully this might help ;v;

It also says it "updates every few hours" so folks don't go overboard and check every 5 seconds to see where Ren is gdsghf (also keep in mind that he's a hacker lol)

🖤 Additional Scenes Update!

Day 2 received a brand new CG!!!!! Originally, I planned on only adding a few CGs sporadically throughout the game, but it didn't feel right to leave Day 2 so... empty... so I added a brand new CG to (hopefully) make things feel more balanced and natural!

If you decline Teo's offer on Day 3, Leon will now call and try to convince you to reconsider. However, players are still allowed to decline, and if they do, they'll reach a dead end.

After listening to feedback on itch, I changed some of the dialogue during Days 1-3 to make it seem more consistent! They're only small changes though, so it's honestly not worth looking for sdgjssga

🎶 Updated BGM and SFX!

I wanted to try out a different style of music to see if it fits the vibe of 14DWY more! The BGM features more acoustics to suit the "beachy" theme of Corland Bay, though I made a conscious effort to include piano elements as well to stay true to the original!!

I figured it'd be better to give players a live example before I make a poll (to see if they prefer the change or not) and publish it to Itch.

Some new SFX have also been added, though it's very minimal and honestly not that noticeable.

How to download and play the update?

(warning: clicking on the following links will open Discord!!) To download the Day 3.5 update, simply join the 14DWY Discord server, verify your age, and visit the "14dwy-updates" channel!

Alternatively, you can also wait until the update is publicly released on Itch to play it as well!! (It normally gets released shortly after a round of QA testing/getting feedback from the server, though I may release it earlier if I feel like it hehe ^^)

Enjoy!!

[abstractfrog]

THE GLORIA SCOTT - part 2, and a follow up to my comic for the first half of this scene! thanks sm to @crashingmeteorz for allowing me to source validation for my whimsical cosmic approach to this moment <3

[cubbihue]

How did Timmy react to Peri’s name change?

Timmy was the first person to be told of Peri's name change! When Peri was sent to boarding school, he figured it'd be a good time to switch things up a bit. Maybe reinvent himself some!

Timmy accepted his new name change wholeheartedly!! It took a bit to get used to, but Peri's very happy that his brother supported him for it.

Peri didn't tell his parents until they met again after he became a Godparent. Timmy never told his parents that Peri changed his name, either.

Bitties Series: [Start] > [Previous] > [Next]

[ceruleanmarz]

Can’t wait to see this guy go through horrors beyond human comprehension in patho 3 !!!!!!!!

Sketch below ⬇️

[groovyace]

NEW BATFAM FANART??? FROM ME??? It's a crazy, crazy world. Anyways, WIP of some post-patrol "friendly competition".

[too-many-lavellans]

Good news everyone i remembered how to draw cullen -- (please don’t tag/comment with your inquisitor, thanks)

[crashingmoons]

you wouldnt last an hour in the asylum that they raised me

[cowboyskeletons]

whos my little cringefail loser

[ryllen]

[darth-sonny]

none of them have ever used money before

(quote from it's always sunny in Philadelphia)

Odd Man Out © @cherrytraveller | @threestripeslider

Mutant Ninja Midlife Crisis © @mutantninjamidlifecrisis

Trial and Error © @apatheticrobots

[blaithnne]

Local big sister experiences emotions, more at 6

Been wanting to do one of these with Lauren for AGES, but I never got round to it. Then I saw the Lydia and Phinium expression sheets on @littledigits’ website and I felt inspiration like never before.

The funniest struggle I have with Lauren’s design right now is that she nose too big for she got damn face. Literally, Hilda characters noses take up a fairly small portion of their faces, and her’s took up WAY too much, leaving little room for her to make facial expressions. But I struggled to find a fix because when I made the nose smaller it just didn’t look like Lauren anymore, so I took this as an opportunity to work on that!

She still has a larger nose than most characters, starting higher up (like her grandad!) and ending lower down (but not quite as low as before). I also made her eyes a little smaller and with a shape similar to Lydia’s (though you can see in some of these I hadn’t quite landed on that yet and her eyes are a bit too big), which works both as a nod to her parentage and because I think it makes the nose look bigger. This still doesn’t leave as much room for the mouth as most other characters, but that’s okay — Lauren is a very private person who keeps her feelings close to her chest, I think it works for her to have subtler expressions, adds to how guarded she is! Oh and I also updated the shape of her hair slightly, just to make it a bit more style accurate.

These changes are pretty small on their own, but I think combined they work well to make Lauren feel a lot more…alive? Far less stiff, anyway. I think she also has a more unique facial structure now, instead of just “what if Johanna was 90% nose”. She’s still got a big old nose and I love it but now she can emote, yay!

This is really all just concept stuff, I’m hoping to get a new fullbody style-ref for Lauren out soon! Now that I’ve improved the main issues I had with her face in the last ref, now it’s onto the silhouette! I want her to read as more of a strong character (though it comes across decently in her current ref, I wanna push it more without being as exaggerated as Ahlberg, which is. A challenge for me lol), streamline her silhouette, and finally make her taller than Johanna like she’s always meant to have been <3 I made her shorter for so long because I thought it would help her read better as her daughter but you know what? That’s dumb actually, she’s tall.

ANYWAYS, thank you for listening in on the annual Lauren redesign, and to the artists behind the show for posting so much amazing inspiring show stopping concept work for free because it makes my autism worse /pos