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The profession

Find books, articles and online resources covering aspects of the accountancy profession, from ethics and codes of practice to industry statistics.

We hold a wide selection of articles and books on the accountancy profession. In addition, the enquiry team can offer bespoke services using the Library's specialist databases and reference sources.

Accountancy firms and networks

Links to annual surveys and listings of directories for firms and networks.

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Accountancy firms and networks

The accountancy profession covers a huge number of diverse organisations and firms. On this page you can access a range of articles, books and online resources providing quick links to surveys, directories and groups.

Ethics

Essential information on ethics standards and codes from the major professional bodies.

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Ethics

Ethics and professional conduct plays an important part in the accountancy profession, ensuring public trust in financial reporting and business practices. On this page you can access a range of articles, books and online resources providing quick links to standards and codes of ethics from major accountancy bodies in the UK and internationally.

Historical ICAEW Members' Handbooks and regulations

Access historical ICAEW Members' Handbooks, regulations, and related guidance.

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ICAEW Members' Handbooks and regulations

This guide provides an overview of the historical ICAEW Members' Handbooks, regulations, and related guidance which are available via the Library & Information Service.

International members' handbooks

How to find member handbooks for other accountancy bodies around the world.

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International members' handbooks

The ICAEW Library & Information Service maintains a historical collection of printed members' handbooks for key professional accountancy bodies other than ICAEW.

Research guide to statistics on the accounting profession

Find pointers to sources of key market data and the most commonly requested statistics.

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Accountancy statistics

A guide to sources for key data on the accountancy market and some of the most commonly requested statistics for the accountancy profession.

Research guide to Technical Releases and representations

Overview and guide to finding Technical Releases and representations issued by ICAEW.

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Technical Releases and representations

This guide provides information about Technical Releases and representations issued by ICAEW, and explains how you can find the full text of a Technical Release or representation.

Salary surveys

Benchmark pay and benefits for accounting professionals, directors and executives.

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Salary surveys

Surveys and reports on remuneration and pay across firms can help you benchmark salaries and benefits in the financial sector for accounting professionals, directors and executives. On this page you can access a range of articles, books and online resources providing quick links to surveys, rankings and reports.

What is chartered accountancy?

A basic introduction with particular reference to the work of ICAEW.

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What is chartered accountancy?

ICAEW members work in every part of the economy, providing advice and financial expertise that informs the management of businesses and public sector organisations alike. Find out more about the work of chartered accountants and the history of the profession, as well as how to qualify as an ACA.