FOR THE RECORD
Member information and updates from ICAS
FOR THE RECORD
Member information and updates from ICAS
Shaping the Profession
What does the UK public expect from accountants — and how does that compare with the views of CAs? Join us as we explore the views from ICAS members and a diverse cross-section of UK society to discover how these expectations are reshaping the future of accountancy.
The event, hosted by Head of Research, Marie Gardner CA, is a great opportunity to explore how the accountancy profession can evolve to serve the public interest. Also on the panel will be James Baird CA, Chair of the Shaping the Profession steering group and formerly Managing Partner at Deloitte, and Fran van Dijk, CEO of One Stone Advisors and ICAS Council member.
There will be a live Q&A – giving members the chance to ask questions, challenge assumptions and share perspectives on the path forward.
Date: 17 June 2025
Time: 14.00–15.00 (BST)
Location: Online only
Free to attend
Find more information and register here
Shaping the Profession
What does the UK public expect from accountants — and how does that compare with the views of CAs? Join us as we explore the views from ICAS members and a diverse cross-section of UK society to discover how these expectations are reshaping the future of accountancy.
The event, hosted by Head of Research, Marie Gardner CA, is a great opportunity to explore how the accountancy profession can evolve to serve the public interest. Also on the panel will be James Baird CA, Chair of the Shaping the Profession steering group and formerly Managing Partner at Deloitte, and Fran van Dijk, CEO of One Stone Advisors and ICAS Council member.
There will be a live Q&A – giving members the chance to ask questions, challenge assumptions and share perspectives on the path forward.
Date: 17 June 2025
Time: 14.00–15.00 (BST)
Location: Online only
Free to attend
Find more information and register here
At Forvis Mazars, we believe personal financial planning should be holistic, which is why our private client team consists of experienced and highly qualified experts, including financial planners, wealth managers and tax advisers.
Our private client team operates from 14 locations across the UK, including Edinburgh, Glasgow and London. In 2024, we were proud to be ranked fourth in the FT Adviser Top 100 list and honoured with the Investment Team of the Year award from Money Marketing.
We pride ourselves on the service we provide to our clients and many of our advisers have been featured in VouchedFor’s Top Rated Advisers List, with the firm being named a Top Rated Advice Firm for the fourth consecutive year.
As a member of ICAS, you qualify for a free 30-minute consultation with one of our advisers. Register your interest here
At Forvis Mazars, we believe personal financial planning should be holistic, which is why our private client team consists of experienced and highly qualified experts, including financial planners, wealth managers and tax advisers.
Our private client team operates from 14 locations across the UK, including Edinburgh, Glasgow and London. In 2024, we were proud to be ranked fourth in the FT Adviser Top 100 list and honoured with the Investment Team of the Year award from Money Marketing.
We pride ourselves on the service we provide to our clients and many of our advisers have been featured in VouchedFor’s Top Rated Advisers List, with the firm being named a Top Rated Advice Firm for the fourth consecutive year.
As a member of ICAS, you qualify for a free 30-minute consultation with one of our advisers. Register your interest here
Join ICAS at Pride Edinburgh
ICAS is proud to be returning to Pride Edinburgh on Saturday 21 June 2025, and we’re inviting members, students and allies to join us in marching for inclusion, visibility and community.
The ICAS community will meet at 12pm outside Holyrood 9A (address, 9A Holyrood Road, Edinburgh EH8 8AE) and walk together to the Scottish Parliament, where the official Pride march starts at 1pm, with assembly from 12:30pm.
This is a brilliant opportunity to stand in solidarity with our LGBTQ+ members and be part of a visible, welcoming presence from the profession.
Join ICAS at Pride Edinburgh
ICAS is proud to be returning to Pride Edinburgh on Saturday 21 June 2025, and we’re inviting members, students and allies to join us in marching for inclusion, visibility and community.
The ICAS community will meet at 12pm outside Holyrood 9A (address, 9A Holyrood Road, Edinburgh EH8 8AE) and walk together to the Scottish Parliament, where the official Pride march starts at 1pm, with assembly from 12:30pm.
This is a brilliant opportunity to stand in solidarity with our LGBTQ+ members and be part of a visible, welcoming presence from the profession.
Your inbox, your rules
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By updating your professional interests in your profile, you’ll receive content that’s relevant to your career, your goals and your sector. It’s a simple way to make the most of your membership.
Just log into your profile and select your professional interests. It only takes a minute, and the more we know about what matters to you, the better we can support you.
Your inbox, your rules
We know that your inbox is jam-packed – so why not adjust your profile settings to ensure you only get the emails that matter to you?
By updating your professional interests in your profile, you’ll receive content that’s relevant to your career, your goals and your sector. It’s a simple way to make the most of your membership.
Just log into your profile and select your professional interests. It only takes a minute, and the more we know about what matters to you, the better we can support you.
Jake Robinson CA
Senior Associate, EMEIA Financial Services, Insurance, EY
What attracted you to your current role?
I joined EY through the graduate scheme after university, drawn by the learning opportunities audit offers. It’s a fantastic way to understand how different businesses operate financially, while also working towards a CA qualification. Plus the chance to live and work in London was a big bonus.
Which part of your ICAS training has helped most in your career to date?
The breadth and depth of the syllabus – it covers everything from technical accounting treatments to strategic business management. The Excel-based exams, especially in financial reporting and strategic financial management, have been particularly valuable in developing practical financial skills I use daily.
What do you enjoy most about working for your company?
The scale of the organisation means there are so many extracurricular opportunities beyond work – sports, societies and connecting with fellow graduates. The EY graduate scheme has helped me build great relationships with peers at the same life stage, which has been both rewarding and enjoyable. One recent highlight was a tour to Paris with the EY UK rugby team where we played EY France at the Stade Jean-Bouin (home of Stade Français).
What would you say to someone thinking of studying to become a CA?
I’d recommend it. The CA qualification offers invaluable financial insight and education, all supported by your employer. In addition, being part of ICAS connects you to a vast network of professionals, providing access to advice, opportunities and support throughout your career.
Are you a recently qualified CA, interested in appearing in this column? Email us at camagazine@therivergroup.co.uk
Jake Robinson CA
Senior Associate, EMEIA Financial Services, Insurance, EY
What attracted you to your current role?
I joined EY through the graduate scheme after university, drawn by the learning opportunities audit offers. It’s a fantastic way to understand how different businesses operate financially, while also working towards a CA qualification. Plus the chance to live and work in London was a big bonus.
Which part of your ICAS training has helped most in your career to date?
The breadth and depth of the syllabus – it covers everything from technical accounting treatments to strategic business management. The Excel-based exams, especially in financial reporting and strategic financial management, have been particularly valuable in developing practical financial skills I use daily.
What do you enjoy most about working for your company?
The scale of the organisation means there are so many extracurricular opportunities beyond work – sports, societies and connecting with fellow graduates. The EY graduate scheme has helped me build great relationships with peers at the same life stage, which has been both rewarding and enjoyable. One recent highlight was a tour to Paris with the EY UK rugby team where we played EY France at the Stade Jean-Bouin (home of Stade Français).
What would you say to someone thinking of studying to become a CA?
I’d recommend it. The CA qualification offers invaluable financial insight and education, all supported by your employer. In addition, being part of ICAS connects you to a vast network of professionals, providing access to advice, opportunities and support throughout your career.
Are you a recently qualified CA, interested in appearing in this column? Email us at camagazine@therivergroup.co.uk
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