IAB Group

18/03/2026

IAB CEO Sarah Palmer and IAB Ambassador Joyce O'Leary attended the Generation Broxbourne Careers and Apprenticeships event yesterday! Joyce hosted her own stand 'The Payroll Lady' and had terrific engagement in helping people find the right career for them.

👉 Find out the event details here - https://www.hopinto.co.uk/events/generation-broxbourne-2026/

17/02/2026

⭐ Wishing you wealth, health and endless opportunities in the Year of the Horse!

13/02/2026

📅 Save the date: Accountex London returns to Excel London on 13-14 May 2026. The world's largest accounting and finance expo is back, and free registration is now open!

What's in store:
✅ Meet 300+ suppliers, demo the latest software and ask questions face-to-face.
✅ Choose from 180+ CPD-accredited seminars on AI, practice growth and more.
✅ Network with 16,000+ professionals from across the UK.

Whether you're exploring new technology, seeking fresh insights, or looking to build up some CPD hours, you’ll get it all at Accountex London!

👉 Register for free: https://eventdata.uk/Visitor/AccountexLondon2026.aspx?TrackingCode=ACXLON622

06/01/2026

📢 Boost your earning potential with the IAAP!
The International Association of Accounting Professionals (IAAP) exists to create a global community of aspirational, entrepreneurial, highly qualified and successful finance professionals by providing training, support and continuing development throughout their career.

🌟 It awards professional qualifications worldwide, giving aspiring business professionals global recognition for the very best financial skills. Plus, its membership offers anyone anywhere the opportunity to gain international status while boosting earning potential.

📍 IAAP Membership details here - https://www.iaapuk.org/membership/

24/12/2025

❄️ Merry Christmas from everyone at the IAB Group!
We hope you have a wonderful Christmas and New Years.

16/12/2025

🌿 We are proud to announce that the IAB Group has achieved carbon-conscious accreditation from the Eco-Friendly Web Alliance for our website! Join us in celebrating this achievement and our commitment to sustainability! 🌍🌱

www.iabgroup.org.uk on average emits less than 0.35g of carbon per page view, and takes accountability for our carbon emissions, going beyond the estimated carbon footprint for the year. We believe it's our responsibility to reduce the carbon emissions of our website and achieve below-zero emissions for our website through in setting or high integrity nature/community projects.

02/12/2025

🔹 Welcoming Delegates from Beijing!
IAB Group CEO Sarah Palmer and Director Siobhan Draper were delighted to host delegates from Beijing at our London offices and the Houses of Parliament. A fantastic opportunity to build connections and strengthen international collaboration in the accounting and bookkeeping profession.

13/11/2025

Celebrating Achievements in Beijing.
The IAB Group CEO Sarah Palmer, Chief International Officer Tom Saltmarsh and IAAP CEO Samantha Grant and were delighted to join colleagues in Beijing, together with our Southeast Asia Associate Director Dr Max Lee and Sebastian Clark from the British Embassy, to celebrate the achievements of students graduating with their IAAP accredited professional qualifications.

This occasion marked an important milestone for our graduates, whose dedication and commitment exemplify the values and standards of the finance profession.

The IAAP remain committed to supporting both aspiring and established finance professionals as they enhance their skills, expand their expertise, and advance their careers in the finance industry.

Congratulations to all our graduates on this remarkable accomplishment, and sincere thanks to our partners and guests who joined us in recognising their success.

11/11/2025

28/10/2025

📢 What does AML reform mean for the future of professional bodies?
HM Treasury’s recent announcement that the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) will be the single Professional Services Supervisor for Anti-Money Laundering (AML) marks a significant moment for our profession and the way financial crime prevention is overseen in the UK.

In her latest blog, IAB CEO Sarah Palmer shares her thoughts on the announcement, what it means for professional bodies, and how organisations can continue to support their members through this period of change.

📍 Discover Sarah’s perspective on what these changes mean for the profession here - https://www.iab.org.uk/compliance/aml-reform-and-the-future-of-professional-supervision/

09/10/2025

We were pleased to attend the launch of the London Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) Quarterly Economic Survey.

📊 The latest results show positive movement across key indicators — a sign of resilience among London’s businesses.

However, sentiment remains cautious, with ongoing cost pressures and uncertainty shaping the outlook.

As proud partners of the LCCI, the IAB continue to support initiatives that strengthen London’s business community and promote sustainable growth.

👉 View the full survey and insights here - https://www.londonchamber.co.uk/policy-campaigns/policy-publication/quarterly-economic-survey/