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ACCA, CIIPA sign exam deal ACCA and the Cayman Islands Institute of Professional Accountants (CIIPA) have agreed on a joint examination scheme (JES) designed to build additional professional accountant capacity within the Cayman Islands to support the financial services industry and the economy  ACCA and CIIPA have signed a deal enabling the two bodies to work together in the interest of professional accountancy education. CIIPA knows that for government and private sector employers, growing local accounting talent is essential in building local capacity. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/gTcXqfiR #ISDCDirect #accanews #ACCA #ISDC #ProfessionalAccountants

You're ACCA qualified? No thanks, I want a CA(SA). If you've HEARD this, tell me your story. If you've SAID this, I want to hear why. The CA(SA) designation as our most prestigious financial qualification. No argument from me, it's understandable. SAICA is South Africa's own. Backed by our Big4 firms, they have dominated the accounting sector in SA for decades. But SAICA is no longer the only path to becoming a Chartered Accountant in South Africa. We've seen the ACCA designation enter our market through foreign nationals in years past, but now you can do your ACCA articles with a local auditing firm! What is the fundamental difference between the two qualifications? Do you think the market will ever accept ACCA as an equal qualification to the CA(SA)? I welcome informed opinions on this matter as I am no expert. #ACCA #CA #SAICA 

Do you know about ACCA (Association of chartered certified accountants) ACCA is a professional accountancy body that is recognised, highly respected and valued around the world. #Knowledgeaboutacca #Acca #viralaccount #everyone #AccountsManager #accountability

South African CA(SA)’s vs US CPAs. Here’s my take: South African Chartered Accountants (CAs) and American Certified Public Accountants (CPAs) bring unique strengths to the table, shaped by their distinct training and environments. 1) Training & Expertise South African CAs undergo one of the most rigorous financial qualifications globally, blending deep theoretical knowledge with hands-on experience. They emerge as problem solvers, ready for any challenge. American CPAs, while highly specialized, focus early on areas like tax law and auditing—offering depth within a specific field. 2) Tenacity & Global Edge South African CAs are trained in environments that demand creativity and resourcefulness, making them globally competitive. Their ability to navigate complexity and adapt to shifting regulations gives them an edge, not just in Africa, but internationally. American CPAs, on the other hand, operate in a more stable regulatory environment, allowing for deep specialization. Why It Matters: In today’s global business world, financial leaders need to be both adaptable and specialized. South African CAs excel in versatility, while American CPAs bring essential U.S. tax and regulatory expertise. And here’s something exciting: Back in 2020, the South African Institute of Chartered Accountants (SAICA), the American Institute of CPAs (AICPA), and the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) signed a Mutual Recognition Agreement (MRA). This agreement provides a clear pathway for South African Chartered Accountants (CA[SA]) and U.S. CPAs to have their credentials recognized in both countries, further bridging the gap and opening doors for international collaboration. At Trigger, we leverage the strengths of both to drive global success. Whether you’re a CA(SA) or CPA, today’s financial professionals need to do more than just crunch numbers—they need to lead. #FinanceLeadership #CAsVsCPAs #GlobalBusiness #SouthAfricanAccountants #AmericanCPAs #Leadership

Global accountancy body with members in 180 countries celebrates major landmark of exceeding 250,000 members in its 120th anniversary year ACCA (the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants) has unveiled its latest membership figures of 252,500, taking its membership to above quarter of a million following decades of strong growth. It celebrated its 200,000 member landmark just seven years ago in 2017, and the new figures represent an increase of around 2% in membership since this time last year. ACCA also has more than 526,000 future members. Ronnie Patton, president of ACCA, said: ‘The scale and scope of this achievement is amazing, and it says so much about how we attract so many people to join our worldwide community. It also highlights the substantial contribution we make to the number of qualified professional accountants across the global economy. ‘Our members live and work in 180 countries. This means that the voice of ACCA is heard in every corner of the planet, and the positive influence of ACCA members is felt everywhere. That’s why today we celebrate not just the size of our membership, but also the impact and contribution our members make.’ Read more here : https://lnkd.in/gbm7NpDT #ISDCPro #accanews #ACCA #isdc #GlobalEconomy

Behind every 𝐟𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭, there’s a world of standards. Today, we celebrate #WorldStandardsDay and the dedication of those who 𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤 𝐭𝐢𝐫𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐥𝐲 𝐭𝐨 𝐞𝐧𝐬𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐚𝐜𝐜𝐮𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐲 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐲 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐚𝐜𝐜𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐥𝐝. At ACCA, we're proud to uphold these standards and help 𝐬𝐡𝐚𝐩𝐞 𝐚 𝐛𝐫𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐟𝐮𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 for the profession. #ACCA #ACCAIndia #ACCACares #WorldStandardsDay #accounting #future #career #work

Around the world, successful organisations of all types and sizes choose ACCA because: 87% say ACCA shapes the global accountancy profession  90% appreciate ACCA's promotion of the highest ethical standards  93% believe ACCA qualifications provide relevant skills for their business    Join our global employer community to move your business forward: https://lnkd.in/dd7D4vSp social&utm_campaign=emp-survey24_employerattract-global&utm_content=global        

Our recent ACCA workshop, led by Mr. Ahmed Bilal, Business Relationship Executive at ACCA Middle East, was a fantastic success! Aspiring accountants and finance professionals came together for an insightful, interactive session filled with valuable takeaways. Stay tuned for more events that help you grow and succeed in your career! 🚀 ACCA, Ahmad Bilal Manzoor #ACCAWorkshop #FinanceProfessionals #CareerGrowth #LeadersTrainingCentre #accountingskills

My accounting body is increasing education levels for accountants…much needed in a complex framework of tax and governance.