15th Annual International Accounting Forum & Awards 2025

Join leading senior players from the UK’s top Accountancy firms and International networks and Associations to collaborate upon the key themes impacting the sector and the opportunities for growth that they represent.

26

June

  • Hilton London Metropole, UK
  • Invitation only

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We are ACCA (the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants), a globally recognised professional accountancy body providing qualifications and advancing standards in accountancy worldwide.

Founded in 1904 to widen access to the accountancy profession, we’ve long championed inclusion and today proudly support a diverse community of over 247,000 members and 526,000 future members in 181 countries.

Our forward-looking qualifications, continuous learning and insights are respected and valued by employers in every sector. They equip individuals with the business and finance expertise and ethical judgment to create, protect, and report the sustainable value delivered by organisations and economies.

Guided by our purpose and values, our vision is to develop the accountancy profession the world needs. Partnering with policymakers, standard setters, the donor community, educators and other accountancy bodies, we’re strengthening and building a profession that drives a sustainable future for all.

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To learn more, please visit our website - www.accaglobal.com

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Deloitte is a leading global provider of audit and assurance, consulting, financial advisory, risk advisory, tax and related services. Our global network of member firms and related entities in more than 150 countries and territories (collectively, the “Deloitte organization”) serves four out of five Fortune Global 500® companies. Learn how Deloitte’s approximately 312,000 people make an impact that matters at www.deloitte.com.

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Global Alliance Advisory Services uniquely provides support to the leadership teams of international accounting networks,
associations and firms. Our team comprises former CEO’s, Regional Directors and those who have held leadership roles
in practice, so whatever challenge may be faced – the odds we’ve been there before and can deliver practical solutions.

We can provide : –

• A sounding board/mentoring facility and individual or team coaching and performance programmes
• Strategy development and implementation
• Independent IT consultancy for digital transformation
• Mergers & joint ventures, sourcing private equity investment
• Recruiting new members firms in targeted locations
• Business Development support – preparation for pitches and proposals, sales training, and marketing campaigns.
• Reviews & brand platform refreshes
• Quality management policies, procedures,

 

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To learn more, please visit our website - http://globalallianceadvisers.com/

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HLB is a global network of independent advisory and accounting firms. We have a history of innovation, collaboration and are dedicated to helping clients grow across borders. Through the power of 40,831 professionals across 157 countries, we combine local expertise and global capabilities to service your needs.

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To learn more, please visit our website - www.hlb.global

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Since launching in November 2016 Inflo has been embraced by the accounting profession and is leading a technology revolution.

Inflo is a cloud platform providing an end-to-end data analytics solution, including data ingestion, process automation and analytical dashboard outputs. Inflo is intuitively designed to minimise training and integrates with existing software and methodologies to minimise the impact of change.

Inflo’s proposition is unique, partnering with firms to transform the service experience they can offer. This unlocks new ways of working with clients as well as capacity from the existing team to deliver these higher value and more engaging services.

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To learn more, please visit our website - http://inflosoftware.com/

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Jenesys AI—An AI agent called ‘Jack’ is capable of taking over international bookkeeping 10x faster and 4x cheaper than your human team. With Jack in place, your human team transitions to data validators, working with clients and colleagues to complete higher-value tasks. Jack includes compliance management for UK VAT and GL code reporting and consistency.

Jack launches the early adopters program in July 2024. Visit our website to book a personalised demo.

https://jenesys.co/en-gb

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To learn more, please visit our website - www.leaglobal.com

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Mercia is one of the leading providers of training, compliance and support services to the accountancy, audit and tax professions.
For over 40 years, we have provided clients of all sizes with a diverse range of high-quality products and services that suit their individual needs, so that the firm can focus on their clients.
Over 7,000 firms attend our training events, rely on our technical products and promote themselves using our marketing services. We can help improve the knowledge and efficiency of the entire team whilst also improving the firm’s reputation and brand presence.

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To learn more, please visit our website - www.mercia-group.com

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MHA is the UK independent member firm of Baker Tilly International, ranked 10th globally. We provide premier accounting, assurance, tax and specialist business advice worldwide, drawing on internationally recognised industry and service line experts in 145 countries.

We believe sustainability and ESG is about a fresh and creative approach to some of the world’s most pressing issues, underpinned by focussed regulation. But corporate sustainability doesn’t have to come at the cost of corporate profitability. We integrate and create.
Whether local, national or international, our Dynamic ESG service helps our clients create, evaluate and implement a fully integrated and tailored ESG strategy that adds value to their business, building a fairer and more sustainable future together.

Our values of teamwork, commerciality, collective excellence and open communications underpin how we interact with clients, where our Partner led service focuses on delivering proactive and strategic advice.

Let’s create a brighter future now, for tomorrow.

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PrimeGlobal is an award-winning association of independent accounting and business advisory firms comprising over 300 highly successful independent member firms with a combined annual revenue of US$5.4 billion.  PrimeGlobal’s independent member firms house a combined total of more than 3,800 partners and 45,000 employees. With over 1,200 locations in 113 countries, PrimeGlobal is firmly established as the top association worldwide in terms of diverse reach and geographically widespread coverage.

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Russell Bedford International is a global network of independent firms offering accounting, auditing, tax, and business consulting services. Since 1983, we have supported businesses in navigating the complexities of international expansion, delivering expert financial advice and strategic insights.

With offices in over 100 countries, across diverse markets and industries, our network is ranked among the top networks worldwide, making us a trusted partner for businesses looking to thrive on a global scale.

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To learn more, please visit our website - www.russellbedford.com

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Suralink provides accounting and other professional service firms with a single, secure platform to collaborate with clients, exchange documents at scale, and track the progress of engagements. With enterprise-grade security and an easy-to-use interface, Suralink’s award-winning portal helps firms increase efficiency and improve their relationships with their clients.

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    Why attend?

    Engaging content: Through panels, presentations, case studies and Q&As explore the key topics and themes that are trending across the industry.

    Audience: Join a high-level audience of CEOs, CFOs, Partners, Policy & External Affairs Managers, Managing Directors, Project Directors and Strategy Advisors across accounting.

    Networking Opportunities: Meet with the influential leaders and decision makers and initiate powerful conversations and discover future potential partnerships that can help transform your business.

    High-level speakers: Hear from top accounting firms.

    Market Intelligence: Discuss regulatory demands and changes, discover how the industry has changed, what we can learn from these changes and navigate ever changing ESG principals and regulations.

    New technologies: Propel your business forward by meeting with key technology and solution providers who will be showcasing their platforms, software and digital tools tailored to help you succeed.

    The International Accounting Forum & Awards will serve as a platform to collaborate, learn, and contribute to the latest insights across accounting.

    More details to be unveiled soon!

    WHAT TO EXPECT FOR 2025?

     

    200+

    Attendees to meet each year

    		15+

    Exhibitors to meet each year

    		20+

    Speakers

    		70%

    Attendees at Director+ level
    200+

    Attendees to meet each year

    		15+

    Exhibitors to meet each year
    20+

    Speakers

    		70%

    Attendees at Director+ level

    Testimonials

    2024 highlights

    Agenda

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    8:30 AM

    Registration

    9 AM

    Chair’s opening remarks

    9:10 AM

    Setting the Scene & Welcome Address

    Speakers

    Zoya Malik
    Editor-in-Chief, International Accounting Bulletin

    SESSION 1: Global Trends – Shaping Today, Transforming Tomorrow

    9:30 AM

    Panel Discussion: What’s New and Topical in Accounting in 2025?

    Senior Representative, Mercia Group

    9:50 AM

    A Look into Our 2030 Roadmap – Predictions & Opportunities to Watch Out For

    Senior Representative, LEA Global

    10:10 AM

    Putting ESG on Your Agenda – Creating a Smooth Transition for SMEs

    Senior Representative, MHA Baker Tilly

    10:30 AM

    Panel Discussion: Challenges within M&A and Private Equity – How Can we Work Together?

    Senior Representative, Mercia Group

    Senior Representative, MHA Baker Tilly

    Senior Representative, LEA Global

    11 AM

    Networking & Refreshment Break

    SESSION 2: Revitalising Firm Structure

    11:30 AM

    HLB Women Advancement Report 2024: Defining Success – Women, Work and Leadership

    Senior Representative, HLB International

    11:50 AM

    The Untapped Potential of Strategic Digital Audits – Your Key Towards Market Positioning and Growth

    Senior Representative, Inflo

    12:10 PM

    Case Study: Our Journey to Ensure Attractive Employee Proposition at all Levels

    Available for Sponsorship

    12:30 PM

    Panel Discussion: Evaluating the Benefits of Private Equity

    Senior Representative, HLB International

    Senior Representative, Inflo

    1 PM

    Hosted Roundtables

    A unique opportunity to deep dive into the most challenging issues and best practices. Develop solutions to critical challenges facing the industry. Hosted by industry experts and each focused on a single issue, roundtables are an exciting, interactive way to build your personal network and learn from the experience and expertise of others. 

    Each roundtable session lasts for 30 minutes, and delegates may attend up to 2 roundtables. 

    Roundtable 1 - CPD Revolution – New Rules, New Responsibilities, New Direction

    Senior Representative, Mercia Group 

    Roundtable 2 - ‘Perfection is the Enemy of Progress’ - Are Accountants Too Caught Up in Today to Innovate for Tomorrow?

    Available for sponsorship 

    Roundtable 3 - A Look From Private Equity Investors - Why is Accounting So Attractive?

    Available for sponsorship

     

    1:30 PM

    Lunch and networking

    SESSION 3: Opportunities and Challenges in Tech Adoption

    2:50 PM

    The Multi-Faceted Approach to Cybersecurity – The Wakeup Call and Guidepost for Your 2025 Priority

    Senior Representative, HLB International

    3:10 PM

    Case Study: Large Scale Success in Gen-AI Implementation

    Available for Sponsorship

    3:30 PM

    Case Study: Our Journey Towards Achieving Innovation Through Strategic Partnerships with Networks and Associations

    Available for Sponsorship

    3:50 PM

    Panel Discussion: Creating the Accountant’s Tech Toolkit – Firsthand Experiences of Tech Implementation

    Senior Representative, HLB International

    4:20 PM

    Networking & Refreshment Break

    SESSION 4: Creating Service Lines of the Future

    4:50 PM

    AI & Professional Services – How do you Start a Cyber Advisory Practice?

    Senior Representative, HLB International

    5:10 PM

    Cut Your Audit Time in Half: The Digital Revolution Your Practice Needs

    Senior Representative, Suralink

    5:30 PM

    Case Study: Diversifying Services for a Holistic One Shop Client Experience

    Available for Sponsorship

    5:50 PM

    Panel Discussion: Increasing Your Bottom Line and Striving for Growth – Opportunities and Solutions in Service Lines

    Senior Representative, HLB International

    Senior Representative, Suralink

    6:20 PM

    Conference Close & Drinks Reception

    7 PM

    Awards & Dinner

    Speakers

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    Gaby Rodriguez Elesgaray
    Associate Director, Deloitte LLP

    Gaby is an Associate Director at Deloitte UK with over 15 years' experience spread across industry and financial services, starting at BNP Paribas and Banco Santander structuring fixed income derivatives, before moving to Deloitte where she specialises in guiding clients in strengthening their AI control frameworks to align with industry best practices and regulatory expectations. Gaby’s expertise extends to Generative AI where she supports firms safely adopt this technology and navigate the risks and ethical considerations introduced by the AI systems.

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    Pablo San Martín
    President, SMS Latinoamerica

    Professional performance  

    - Former member of Pistrelli, Díaz y Asociados (Arthur Andersen & Co.).

    - Director, trustee and member of the auditing team of several companies, coordinating the development and implementation of different application systems.

    - Author of different articles on taxes and accounting in national media and industry publications.

    Teaching background

    - Professor of the PIADeF – International Fraud Audit and Detection Program organized by SMS Latin America and the University of Bologna.

    - Guest professor and speaker in numerous academic fields on topics of his specialty (University of Buenos Aires, ITBA, University of Palermo, Xavier University, State University of New York, etc.).

    - Frequent speaker at Seminars and Technical Conferences of his specialty

    - He was a professor of Accounting and Management Chairs at the University of Buenos Aires and Intermediate Accounting at the University of Salvador.

    - Participated as an instructor in various training courses in different companies on Accounting and Auditing.

    Proffesional Training

    - Current Professional Meetings (EPA).

    o Current Professional Meetings

    o Performance Factors / Emotional Intelligence

    o Personality / Myers-Briggs Model

    o Writing Workshop

    o Fraud Prevention Workshop

    o Gender and Diversity

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    Tony Szczepaniak
    CEO, LEA Global
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    Sponsors

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    Gold Partners

    Silver Partners

    Bronze Partners

    Exhibitors

    VIP Table Host Sponsors

    2024 Awards

    International Accounting Awards 2024

    2024 Winners

    • NETWORK OF THE YEAR

      Winner

      Highly Commended

      Russell Bedford International

      Finalists

      Moore Global
      RSM International

    • ASSOCIATION OF THE YEAR

      Winner

      Highly Commended

      PrimeGlobal

      Finalists

      Abacus Worldwide
      Praxity Alliance

    • DIGITAL INNOVATION OF THE YEAR

      Winner

       

      Finalists

      Deloitte & Touche LLP
      Joinson & Spice
      KPMG
      PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP
      PKF Global
      Withum (HLB USA)

    • DIVERSITY, EQUALITY AND INCLUSION INITIATIVE OF THE YEAR

      Winner

      Highly Commended

      RSM International

      Finalists

      BDO Brazil
      MGI Worldwide
      Nexia SAB&T
      PrimeGlobal

    • PROFESSIONAL BODY OF THE YEAR

      Winner

      Finalist

      AICPA & CIMA

    • ESG/ Sustainability Initiative of the Year (Network/ Association)

      Winner

       

      Finalists

      ACCA
      Kreston Global
      MHA, UK Member firm Baker Tilly International

    • ACCOUNTANCY SOFTWARE OF THE YEAR (VENDOR)

      Winner

       

      Highly Commended

      Xama Technologies

      Finalists

      Inflo Software
      MyWorkpapers
      Syft Analytics

    • ACCOUNTANCY APP OF THE YEAR

      Winner

       

      Finalists

      Active Workpapers
      Syft Analytics
      T-Tech

    • SaaS PROVIDER OF THE YEAR

      Winner

       

      Highly Commended

      Summa Tech

      Finalists

      AccountsIQ
      Beeye
      Syft Analytics
      Validis
      Ware Centric
      Xama Technologies

    • AI INNOVATION INITIATIVE OF THE YEAR

      Winner

       

       

      Highly Commended

      HLB Ireland

      Finalists

      Beeye
      Citygate Accountants
      KPMG
      Moxo
      PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP
      SPC NXT.

    • CUSTOMER EXPERIENCE OF THE YEAR (VENDOR)

      Winner

      Finalists

      Anna Money
      Addison Accounts
      Beeye
      Inflo Software
      Moxo
      Suralink

    INDIVIDUAL AWARDS

    • YOUNG ACCOUNTANT OF THE YEAR

      Gerke van Garderen

    • Accounting Leader of the Year 2024

      Stephen Hamlet, CEO

    • Personality of the Year

      Francesca Lagerberg

    • Lifetime Achievement Award

      Jean Stephens,  CEO

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    The International Accounting Forum & Awards brings together senior players from the UK’s top Accountancy firms and International networks and Associations. Our audience includes the likes of KPMG, Baker Tilly, Goodman Jones, Moore and PWC.

    By choosing to partner with us, you can expect fruitful opportunity to network and connect face-to-face with key decision makers within the industry. We bring the right people under one roof to ensure that your brand is seen directly by an exclusive audience of senior buyers. With extended networking breaks, a dedicated exhibition area within the venue, and a prestigious awards ceremony in the evening there is plentiful opportunity to meet and collaborate with new people, develop meaningful connections and form long-lasting partnerships.

     

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