Genuine Learning Blog: IFAC Private Equity Investment in Accountancy

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Explore the latest IFAC report on private equity investment in accountancy and what it means for firms worldwide. Melisa Galasso explains key trends, risks, and best practices for navigating PE involvement.

  • Global trends in private equity investment across the US, UK, and continental Europe
  • The importance of administrative service agreements and firm leadership in balancing public and private interests
  • Independence, ethics, and audit quality considerations under new ownership structures
  • Best practices for quality management and regulatory engagement post-PE investment
  • Impacts on competition, firm consolidation, and aligning PE partnerships with firm culture and strategy

SC.CPA is excited to partner with Galasso Learning Solutions and the Genuine Learning Blog for real-time A&A updates and answers for SC.CPA members.

Melisa F. Galasso is the Founder and CEO of Galasso Learning Solutions LLC. A CPA with over 20 years of experience in the accounting profession, Melisa designs and facilitates courses in advanced technical accounting and auditing topics, including not-for-profit and governmental accounting. Her passion is providing high-quality CPE that is meaningful, creates efficiencies and improves quality, and positively impacts ROI.

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