All articles by Vidhya Edwards Munnangi

Vidhya Edwards Munnangi

The CFO Centre names Natalie Garfield as new CFO  

Garfield’s career spans more than 20 years and includes roles in manufacturing, education, local government, and healthcare.  

Intuit and Cherry Bekaert partner to offer ERP platform

Cherry Bekaert will use the partnership to transition its existing clients currently using QuickBooks and introduce new businesses to Intuit’s suite of tools.  

PKF Littlejohn Advisory launches specialist support for tax arrears 

The firm’s team will oversee the Time to Pay process on behalf of businesses, carrying out assessments, as well as reviewing future trading prospects.  

Netgain Technology rolls out AI Enablement Services

Developed alongside Kiingo, AI Enablement Services aim to help accounting firms move from initial AI trials to broader integration in business. 

Aprio to merge advisory networks into Aprio Alliance in 2026 

The forthcoming Aprio Alliance is set to encompass close to 90 independent accounting firms spanning the US and Canada.  

ISCA commits funds to AI skills training for Singaporean accountants 

The programme is aimed at increasing AI competence among the nation’s 120,000 accounting professionals. 

Tax technology provider Avalara receives investment from BlackRock 

The entirety of the investment will be allocated towards purchasing shares from existing shareholders. 

Grant Thornton to expand multinational platform with Brazilian firm addition 

Grant Thornton Brazil employs approximately 2,000 staff and reports annual revenues of more than $80m.  

RSM US adds SailPoint Identity Security Cloud

The integration is designed to provide clients with a managed security service that demands limited involvement from internal teams.  

PKF Smith Cooper appoints new director

Lucinda Matkin joins PKF Smith Cooper with more than 25 years of sector experience, including her time at a Big Four organisation.