Practical Ethics Advice Series
Discover our series of articles related to commonly asked member questions...
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The thin line between your personal and professional life
Inappropriate behaviour can cost you more than you might think. Here’s why it’s vital to maintain professional standards...
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What can I share? How to manage third party requests for information
Members have an obligation to respond professionally and promptly to requests for information...
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How to help protect vulnerable clients (and yourself)
Protect older and vulnerable clients (and yourself) while upholding your professional ethics and integrity...
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How to prevent scams from damaging your business reputation
Having good procedures – guided by professional scepticism – that establish expectations can help protect your business and clients against scams...
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Better get a lawyer
There are times when accountants should seek legal advice for the sake of their clients – and themselves...
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What to do when your clients divorce
Clients who divorce can present some significant challenges for accounting professionals...
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How to handle a potential client with a criminal record
You want to take on a new client but there’s just one problem – they have a criminal record. Is it still okay to take them on board?...
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How to solicit new clients without crossing ethical lines
Seeking new clients is critical to business success. Make sure your actions don’t land you in ethically muddy waters...
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Show me the money: How to avoid client bill disputes
Preemptive actions accountants can take to lower the possibility of client fee disputes, and if disputes do arise, how to manage them...
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Navigating difficult client handovers
Here is a quick guide on best practice to ensure your client handovers are as ethical and professional as possible...
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Limit the risks generated by new technology
Technology has revolutionised how your practice operates. Here are some ways to manage the risks generated by new technology...
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Your Professional Standards Scheme self check-up
CA ANZ’s Professional Standards Scheme can limit your liability and provide extra protection for members in Australia...
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Support act: Kim Jay CA
Kim Jay CA is director of Initiative Group on the Sunshine Coast and volunteers as treasurer for Friends of the Hound...
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Meet the two winners of the Women in Finance and Economics Scholarship
Zeanda Betar and Aneela Iram tell Acuity about their journey to become CAs and why the Women in Finance and Economics Scholarship means so much to them...