I studied BSc Business Administration at the University of Bath. I knew I wanted to continue my education which is why I was interested in studying towards the ACA. The interview process at HAT was straightforward and personal. Apart from interviewing me to see if I was a suitable candidate Anna also ensured to listen […]

My name is Marcus and I joined Beavis Morgan following my graduation from the University of Southampton with an Economics degree. I initially applied to HAT due to my desire to complete the ACA exams at a small to medium size firm after a discussion with a family friend regarding the benefits which come with […]

Hello, my name is Jamie, and I am an ACA trainee with Wilder Coe Ltd. I joined Wilder Coe through the HAT recruitment process in 2024, after spending 3 years at the University of Exeter studying Business and Management. When I decided that I wanted to take my ACA exams I knew that a smaller […]

My name is Sydney, and I am an ATT trainee at the HAT Group firm Lewis Golden LLP. I graduated with a degree in Mathematics in 2023, having no experience with tax or accountancy. After researching various job opportunities, I was lucky to find an opening for a trainee role at a HAT group firm. […]

Hi, my name is Stephen, and I am an ACA trainee at Alwyns LLP. I graduated from the University of East Anglia with a degree is business finance and management, where I found myself specifically enjoying the accountancy modules. Working for a HAT firm has allowed me to gain experience in completing work on businesses […]

My name is Reece and I joined Lewis Golden LLP after graduating from the University of Southampton with a Law Degree. I began my career at the firm by studying for the AAT while working in the management accounts department. This provided me with a strong foundation and several exemptions when progressing onto the ACA. […]

At the FATF Plenary Meeting in June, their list of high risk and other monitored jurisdictions was updated, and their Press Release (https://lnkd.in/e9WnyWpY) confirms the following amendments: “Jurisdictions under Increased Monitoring: Jurisdictions under increased monitoring are actively working with the FATF to address the strategic deficiencies in their regimes to counter money laundering, terrorist financing […]

What type of audit report modification (aka “qualification”) do I need to use? This is a question we often get asked on our technical helpline. Auditors are reminded of the requirements of ISA (UK) 705 Modifications to the Opinion in the Independent Auditor’s Report in determining the type of audit report required. The table image, […]

We often receive queries about related party transactions and what should be included on an accounts preparation or audit file. Completing the following steps will ensure that your file contains everything that is needed and give comfort over disclosures within the financial statements: Ensure that the file documents a full list of known related parties […]