This month at the Institute (23 September 2021)

Technology Usage by Accountants Survey

The Institute is conducting a survey on the technology usage by accountants. The survey, of both Institute members and registered Qualification Programme students, covers the use of technologies in practice and in business and ethical considerations for the use of new technologies. Complete the survey by 3 October.

Announcements

Membership renewal for 2022

EGM on the further reform of the regulatory regime of the accounting profession

The 2022 renewal notice will be emailed to members and practice units in mid-November. Members are required to pay their annual fee and submit their CPD declaration to renew their membership for 2022. Click here for more details and update your contact details or opt in for hardcopy renewal notice by 29 October.

Practice units will also only receive a hardcopy renewal notice on request. Click here for more details and opt in by

29 October.

In view of the Government’s proposed reform of the regulatory regime of the accounting profession, the Council resolved to call an extraordinary general meeting (EGM) on 30 September. Click here for the EGM webpage with the Registrar's official notice and the relevant documents.

Annual Dinner 2021

The Institute’s annual dinner will take place on 12 November at the JW Marriott Hotel Hong Kong. Mark your diary. Event details will be announced soon.

New publication

A Plus – Special report on CPAs specializing in internal audit

The August issue of A Plus features a special report on how CPAs in internal audit are indispensable in ensuring the continued success of an organization, and an interview with Helen Li FCPA, President of The Institute of Internal Auditors Hong Kong, on how internal auditors can upskill themselves to remain relevant amid an ever-changing business landscape. Other articles include interviews with Jennifer Tan FCPA, Chief Executive Officer of AlipayHK and CPA swimmers.

Institute updates

Annual Auditing Update 2021

The Annual Auditing Update Conference 2021 themed "Enhancing Audit Quality Through Transformation" will be held on

30 October. The speakers will discuss how changes in the auditing requirements and role of the auditor aim to enhance audit quality through transformation. Register now.

China Tax Course

The China Tax Course, which is a compulsory component of the Institute’s Professional Diploma in China Tax will begin on 9 October. The course will cover foundation knowledge and latest updates on China tax laws and regulations essential for dealing with the wide range of tax matters facing China businesses and investments. Register now.

Business Valuation Programme

Last call - The CPA Conference 2021: Transcending together

The Business Valuation Programme for new valuation specialists or those interested in the specialization will be held in October to December. The programme will provide insights into the valuation of various assets, including an understanding of valuation techniques commonly used in valuation for transaction purpose and fair value measurement requirements for financial reporting purposes. Enrol now.

Don’t miss the CPA Conference for both CPAs in business and practice on

2 October, in which the speakers will share insights on brand value creation and transformation, doing business with purpose, the business lessons learnt from the COVID-19 pandemic, the urgent need for digital transformation, the future of the finance function, as well as the evolving skill sets and the path forward for the accounting profession. Conference passes for full-day (at a discounted rate) or half-day are both available.

Recruiting QP workshop facilitators

The Institute is now recruiting workshop facilitators for the Qualification Programme (QP). Members are invited to join us in unlocking the potentials of future-ready accountants. The general requirements for facilitators are:

Having a minimum of four years' membership with the Institute;
Holding or recently held a responsible position in a professional, business, government or academic organization;
Having a working knowledge and have demonstrated technical competence in the module subject matter; and
Good command of spoken English.

The closing date for application is 31 October. Click here for further details. For enquiries, please email workshopadmin@hkicpa.org.hk.

Industry updates

Join the ICAEW at a special rate

Members who qualified through the Qualification Programme in or after 2012 can apply to join the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW) at a special rate. Find out more about the scheme here. Enquiries: ICAEW Hong Kong office - tel. no. 3653 7015; email yamen.cheung@icaew.com

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