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AIA Celebrates Innovation in Accountancy

10 Apr 2025

AIA is proud to once again sponsor the Innovation in Accountancy Award at the PQ Magazine Awards 2025, an event that celebrates the most forward-thinking individuals and organisations in the accounting profession. This award shines a spotlight on those embracing cutting-edge technologies to transform traditional practices and redefine the future of accountancy. 

This award highlights the impact of technology on the accounting profession – not only in streamlining processes but in enabling accountants to provide deeper strategic insights and proactively tackle emerging challenges. As the profession continues to evolve, leveraging technological advancements is key to staying competitive and future-ready. 

Carl Jepson, AIA Director of Sales & Marketing, said: The pace of technological change in accountancy is accelerating, and those who embrace innovation will be at the forefront of the industry. The Innovation in Accountancy Award recognises those pushing boundaries and redefining what it means to be an accountant in 2025. We’re excited to celebrate the achievements of forward-thinking professionals who are shaping the future of the profession. 

This year’s shortlist reflects a diverse range of initiatives that are driving the digital transformation of accountancy: 

  • ACCA Finance Analyst Apprenticeship, Kaplan 
  • Premier XP, Premier Training 
  • Sage Qualifications, Sage UK 
  • The Net Zero Accountancy Initiative 

Through our continued sponsorship of this award, AIA reinforces its commitment to fostering innovation and excellence across the global accounting community. As a forward-looking professional body, AIA is actively developing new pathways, qualifications, and resources that support accountants in adapting to a rapidly evolving digital world. From integrating AI and digital finance modules to promoting sustainability and ethical leadership, AIA is proud to be at the forefront of change. 

The winners of the Innovation in Accountancy Award will be revealed at the PQ Magazine Awards 2025 ceremony, held at Salsa Temple, Temple Place, London on Monday 28 April. We extend our best wishes to all the nominees and look forward to celebrating their outstanding contributions to the profession on the night. 

The pace of technological change in accountancy is accelerating, and those who embrace innovation will be at the forefront of the industry.

Carl Jepson, AIA Director of Sales & Marketing

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