International Federation of Accountants

Type: Organization

Name: International Federation of Accountants

First reported May 17 2013 - Updated May 17 2013 - 2 reports

Africa Must Eradicate "Silent Corruption"—Mahama

President John Mahama has said African leaders should help deal with the menace of 'silent corruption' in the public sector.He said this type of corruption is not the in form of direct bribes but can be seen in the poor execution of public-sector projects ... [Published Modern Ghana - May 17 2013]

Entities: John Mahama, Corruption, Democracy, Economic Growth

First reported May 16 2013 - Updated May 16 2013 - 1 reports

Wales and West

AAT appoints President for 2013-14

Mike Evans MAAT will take up his position as President of AAT (Association of Accounting Technicians) for 2013-14 on Friday 17 May.The Welshman says he will use his presidency to build on the many successes AAT has experienced over the past year.“The ... [Published Association of Accounting Technicians - May 16 2013]

Entities: Appointed, Wales and West, Jane Scott, International Federation of Accountants, Scott Paul

First reported May 13 2013 - Updated May 13 2013 - 1 reports

Manufacturing

New Trans-Atlantic Free Trade Zone Deal Could Become A Reality

Currently, politicians in Europe and America are mulling over the possibility of lifting regulatory barriers to facilitate more trade and better economic growth for economies ravaged by the '08 recession. Some serious issues must be resolved to create ... [Published Blogcritics.org - May 13 2013]

Entities: International Federation of Accountants, Manufacturing, Barack Obama, Commodities

First reported May 13 2013 - Updated May 13 2013 - 1 reports

IVSC PUBLISH GUIDE ON ESTABLISHING AND DEVELOPING A PROFESSIONAL VALUATION ORGANISATION

The IVSC has published a new document providing good practice guidance about the role of the valuation profession and the role and responsibilities of valuation professional organisations. It is designed to be a practical tool to help those involved in ... [Published Accounting Education - May 13 2013]

Entities: International Federation of Accountants, John Martin, Economic Growth

First reported May 11 2013 - Updated May 11 2013 - 1 reports

They with the responsibility to handle the $s (HARD TALK )

CAMA RAIMURIA .... Inspiration - The Book “Purpose Driven Life” by Rick Warren plus Book of Psalm and Proverb. r Hobbies - Surfing and Diving r Ambition in life - To live a simple and peaceful life with a loving family and to be loved. r Most passionate ... [Published Fiji Sun - May 11 2013]

Entities: Fiji, International Federation of Accountants, Chartered Accountant, Complaints

First reported May 10 2013 - Updated May 10 2013 - 2 reports

Association of Southeast Asian Nations

Global audit firms and regulators discuss current challenges in auditing

SINGAPORE - The need to retain and develop talent in the audit profession and to raise the appreciation of high quality financial reporting amongst ASEAN companies, were two key issues discussed at the first joint meeting between three ASEAN audit regulators ... [Published Asiaone - May 10 2013]

Entities: Association of Southeast Asian Nations, ACCA Association of Chartered Certified Account..., Singapore, Thailand, Malaysia

First reported May 08 2013 - Updated May 08 2013 - 1 reports

World Bank Group

WORLD BANK GROUP: Financial Reporting Critical to Growth in Kosovo

Good progress but further reform needed to develop Kosovo's financial reporting infrastructure, to support economic growth through enhanced competitiveness, and governance, says new World Bank reportPRISTINA, May 7, 2013 - Reforms in accounting and auditing ... [Published 4 Traders - May 08 2013]

Entities: Kosovo, World Bank Group, Pristina, Compliance (Banking)

First reported May 05 2013 - Updated May 06 2013 - 2 reports

Registrar assesses ANAN ‘s performance

The Registrar and Chief Executive Officer, Association of National Accountants of Nigeria (ANAN), Terkaa Gemade, has said the last two years were periods of actualisation for the body.According to a statement made available to The Nation, Gemade spoke ... [Published The Nation Nigeria - May 06 2013]

Entities: Kogi State University, University of Jos, International Federation of Accountants, National Universities Commission, Jos

First reported May 02 2013 - Updated May 02 2013 - 1 reports

Those charged with governance

THOSE charged with governance—The person(s) or organization(s) (for example, a corporate trustee) with responsibility for overseeing the strategic direction of the entity and obligations related to the accountability of the entity. This includes overseeing ... [Published Business Mirror - May 02 2013]

Entities: Ethical, International Auditing and Assurance Standards ..., International Federation of Accountants, University of the Philippines, Administration (business)

First reported May 02 2013 - Updated May 02 2013 - 1 reports

Accountants urge govts to end multiple taxation

May 2, 2013 by Ademola Alawiye Leave a CommentThe Association of National Accountants of Nigeria has called on the Federal Government and other tiers of government to do away with multiple taxation as a way of promoting investment and economic development ... [Published Nigeria Punch - May 02 2013]

Entities: Taxes, Jos, Nigeria, International Federation of Accountants

First reported May 02 2013 - Updated May 02 2013 - 1 reports

International Integrated Reporting Council (IIRC)

The International Integrated Reporting Council, IIRC, is a powerful, international cross section of leaders from the corporate, investment, accounting, securities, regulatory, academic and standard-setting sectors as well as civil society.The IIRC was ... [Published AICPA.org - May 02 2013]

Entities: International Federation of Accountants, AICPA American Institute of Certified Public Ac..., Framework

First reported Apr 25 2013 - Updated Apr 25 2013 - 1 reports

Punish wrongdoers

A partner in one of the big four accounting firms has called for “severe consequences” for accounting professionals who fail to comply with the ethics of the profession.According to Ernst & Young’s assurance and advisory business services partner Rendra ... [Published Barbados Daily Nation - Apr 25 2013]

Entities: Barbados, ACCA Association of Chartered Certified Account..., Ernst & Young

Quotes

"While economic growth is a desirable goal of every Government, it is economic growth with equitable distribution of income - achieved under the conditions of democracy and accountability, that is more desirable to the people" he said

Africa Must Eradicate "Silent Corruption"—Mahama [Published Modern Ghana - May 17 2013]

...Mr Kenneth Yap, Chief Executive, ACRA said, "The surveys amongst auditors in Singapore, Malaysia and Thailand show that audit firms throughout the region face similar challenges in attracting and retaining top talent. "A concerted effort is needed, both within audit firms and across the financial reporting chain, to address these issues and maintain the high standard of audit that is vital to the continued progress of ASEAN's economic story. "As part of our continuing efforts to raise the standard of financial reporting, ACRA will be engaging the preparers of financial statements with a follow up survey on the challenges they face in raising the quality of their work, and how best to address these challenges." Links:[1] http://business.asiaone.com/news-"

Global audit firms and regulators discuss current challenges in auditing [Published Asiaone - May 10 2013]

She described how Singapore is "raising the bar" for accounting professionals in Singapore and the region as the "first link in the value chain is the accountancy practitioners and preparers of financial statements."

Tax-News.com: Singapore Calls For Improved ASEAN Financial Reporting Standards [Published Tax-News.com - May 08 2013]

"In the context of the Kosovo's aspiration to join the EU, the new report assesses the corporate financial reporting framework in Kosovo with reference to the acquis communautaire and international good practice" said Henri Fortin, head of the Centre for Financial Reporting Reform (CFRR), the unit of the World Bank that prepared the report

WORLD BANK GROUP: Financial Reporting Critical to Growth in Kosovo [Published 4 Traders - May 08 2013]

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Registrar assesses ANAN ‘s performance [Published The Nation Nigeria - May 06 2013]
ANAN lists contributions to economy in two years [Published The Guardian Nigeria - May 05 2013]
Those charged with governance [Published Business Mirror - May 02 2013]
Accountants urge govts to end multiple taxation [Published Nigeria Punch - May 02 2013]
International Integrated Reporting Council (IIRC) [Published AICPA.org - May 02 2013]
ANAN establishes accounting labs in seven varsi... [Published The Guardian Nigeria - May 02 2013]
Assurance opportunities broaden [Published Journal of Accountancy - Apr 29 2013]
Abu Dhabi Accountability Authority issues report [Published Gulf News - Apr 27 2013]
Abu Dhabi Accountability Authority issues the A... [Published Emirates News Agency - Apr 27 2013]
ICAN to Lead 500 Professionals to Ghana Summit [Published AllAfrica.com - Apr 27 2013]
Abu Dhabi Accountability Authority issues Accou... [Published AME Info - Apr 27 2013]
Punish wrongdoers [Published Barbados Daily Nation - Apr 25 2013]
AAT raises emphasis on professional ethics [Published Accountancy Live - Apr 22 2013]
ICA-G Launches Golden Jubilee & 2nd Africa Cong... [Published Republic of Ghana - Apr 22 2013]
HNB Assurance wins first place [Published The Nation.lk - Apr 20 2013]
CAP Meeting Held in Bangkok, Thailand [Published International Federation of Accountants - Apr 20 2013]
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Auditors separate credible from charlatans – PC... [Published CAMag Online - Apr 19 2013]

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Double entry, toil and trouble [Published Schumpeter - The Economist - Feb 07 2013] As another debt-ceiling impasse bore down on America’s policymakers last month, the Treasury announced several “extraordinary measures” to avoid hitting the ceiling, including the suspension of payments into civil servants’ and postal workers’ pension ...