Businesses expect much more from their accountant than the usual audit, assurance and tax services - and rightly so.

Accountants today must provide true commercial value to their clients, by firstly understanding the objectives and dynamics of the business and the industry their clients are in, and secondly, tailoring specific products and services to help the business meet those objectives.

Moore Stephens International member firms see keeping their clients abreast of sector developments and new rules and regulations as part of the ongoing development of the relationship.