As the leaves begin to fall, autumn signals more than just a change in weather: it is also a reminder that transition is part of growth. For accountants and tax professionals, this season offers an opportunity to reflect and invest in new skills.
A natural reset
Autumn has long been associated with fresh starts. Students head back to school, companies begin their fourth quarter planning and individuals reassess goals before the year ends.
It’s a time of preparation and an opportunity to look ahead.
What trends are shaping the industry? How will environmental, social and governance (ESG) requirements, AI and the evolving tax landscape change your role next year? The best way to stay ahead isn’t to wait and react, it’s to prepare and upskill now.
Staying relevant in a changing profession
The accounting and tax landscape is evolving rapidly. From cloud-based systems to data analytics, fiscal changes to regulatory updates, accountants and tax professionals must be more than number crunchers, they must be strategic advisers.
Ongoing CPD requirements
Autumn is also a key season in the continuing professional development (CPD) calendar.
The UK’s professional institutes require between 20 and 40 CPD hours per year from their members – depending on a range of factors including the professional body, the role of the professional and the stage of their career.
The CPD year draws to a close through autumn and winter depending on the professional body so it is vital to make sure requirements have been met in good time.
Make time work for you
You don’t need to overhaul your schedule to improve. Many courses are designed with busy professionals in mind.
Mercia’s bite-sized training options certainly afford learners a great degree of convenience – workers can study at anytime, anywhere, on any chosen device.
Meanwhile our on-demand recordings let you choose where and when you view your courses. These courses are in an engaging and flexible format allowing you to access the course through your online library, leave a course and resume where you left off and listen on the go with an MP3 version.
More importantly, investing in your development now can save time later.
How can Mercia help
Don’t let this season of change pass you by, instead take charge of your growth. Whether you want to stay competitive, explore new career paths or simply sharpen your edge, now is the time.
As autumn brings new opportunities for growth, it's the perfect time to invest in your professional development. Whether you prefer face-to-face courses, on-demand recordings or bite-sized modules, Mercia provides training to suit your needs.
From an Early Careers course that equips trainees with the skills they need to be effective to a comprehensive Skills, Management and Leadership programme, we offer a range of interactive courses to help you strengthen your soft skills. Find out what Mercia’s training programme has lined up for you this autumn.