B20 Side Event Webinar: Optimizing Sustainability Governance Through a Single Set of High Quality Global Sustainability Reporting Standards The Institute of Indonesia Chartered Accountants or Ikatan Akuntan Indonesia (IAI) in collaboration with the B20 and IFAC is organizing a webinar on Optimizing Sustainability Governance Through a Single Set of High […]
In this webinar on the circular economy, we will take a deeper dive into how innovative retailers are embracing new business models such as rental and resale, swapping single use packaging for reusables and establishing take-back models all while strengthening consumer relationships.
Implementing circular economy initiatives effectively and consistently can be good for business, good for society and good for the environment.
This is part 2 of a two-part series, with the first part having been held on March 31st. In Part 2 we will continue to discuss the huge opportunity for our accounting profession to take ownership and establish clear governance, over this critical measure of how business in general is performing in achieving a net-zero target.
Following last year's success, the Chartered Accountants Ireland Sustainability Conference will return to our 2022 programme.
While mental toughness is highly regarded in the ultra-endurance scene, it is meaningless unless it is combined with the ability to adjust when things don't go as planned or when you reach a low point during a particular state in your life. Adaptability - often known as flexibility - is a concept that everyone can support. However, what does psychological flexibility entail and how can you can apply it to your own personal and professional lives, will be our focus during this webcast.
Hosted by Chartered Accountants Ireland’s Wellbeing Hub, Thrive, this webinar will explore the science of self-care and self-compassion as key strategies for living a life of vitality and for burnout prevention.
Zombie SPACs and Blood Baths - Why you should care? This panel will discuss recent SPAC market challenges, SEC regulatory activity related to SPACs, what changes in the deSPAC process have occurred as a result and where it believes the SPAC market is headed, including the tough choices for SPACs with less than 3-4 months of their 24 month life left (“Zombie SPACs"); and the potential for a return of funds “blood-bath” if many SPACs do reach end of life without a deSPAC transaction.
The latest Business Confidence Monitor (BCM) in London shows business sentiment weakening across most of the UK. As economic conditions tighten, businesses are facing significant challenges, particularly on the supply-side, that could hinder future growth. Input costs are increasing sharply, while salaries are rising in response to recruitment difficulties and […]
Chartered Accountants Ireland’s newly formed LGBTQ+ Allies network group, Balance, is delighted to invite you along to its Pride webinar, ‘Rainbow Families.’
The Institute of Indonesia Chartered Accountants or Ikatan Akuntan Indonesia (IAI) in collaboration with the B20, IFAC, and the ISSB is organizing a webinar on Global Baseline for Business and Investors: B20 – IAI – IFAC – ISSB Outreach. We are honoured to have the B20 full support to recognize this important discussion as part of the B20 Side Event.
The potential risks associated with climate change and nature loss are broad and complex, impacting on human and natural systems in potentially disastrous ways. Mitigating and adapting to the changing climate is something businesses need to be considering now and act on imminently. In this webinar we will explore practical […]
On Friday 1 July 2022, 73-year-old senior accounting professor at Wits, Kurt Sartorius, his son Benn and associate professor Wayne van Zijl, CA(SA), will embark on a month-long expedition to the Amazon Rainforest and will paddle 1 100km down the Rio Madeira, a southern tributary of the great Amazon River.
As different jurisdictions continue to press ahead with an array of legislative measures to accelerate the green transition, it is clear that for change to happen, business has to respond.
(hosted by ICAEW North West) Concerns about modern forms of slavery have become increasingly prominent in the minds of the public as well as in policy environments. How these concerns translate into the work of accountants, however, are less well understood.
A look at practical, uncomplicated ways to include the UN's SDGs in your organisation's ESG reporting.
World economies, businesses and organisations are navigating changes and advances brought about by the COVID-19 pandemic, the fourth industrial revolution (4IR), and the changing dynamics of society, people, and customers.
SAICA members and associates (members) in various sectors continue to provide responsible leadership, while adapting to the changing times. They are unlearning several old “habits, knowledge and skills” and embracing new ways of work and business.
Covid-19 pandemic has affected women more profoundly than men in several areas, both at workplace, and at home with an increased workload due to lockdown and quarantine measures. Many countries have also reported an increase in domestic violence cases after the viral outbreak. There has been an exacerbation of gender-based violence.
For the first time, Indonesia holds the G20 Presidency, a cooperation forum of 20 of the world's major economies. This is a strategic momentum for Chartered Accountants in Indonesia to contribute in this presidency to strengthen the integrity and compliance worldwide. In 2022, The Institute of Indonesia Chartered Accountants or […]
What is disrupting the technology landscape of today? We will look at some of the technologies that have made their way into the foreground and how these can change the African business landscape in the coming years.
World economies, businesses and organisations are navigating changes and advances brought about by the COVID-19 pandemic, the fourth industrial revolution (4IR), and the changing dynamics of society, people, and customers.
SAICA members and associates (members) in various sectors continue to provide responsible leadership, while adapting to the changing times. They are unlearning several old “habits, knowledge and skills” and embracing new ways of work and business.
During this session, our expert speakers will examine what works ‘well’ in forced labour detection.
The metaverse is a digital reality that combines aspects of social media, online gaming, augmented reality (AR), virtual reality (VR), and cryptocurrencies to allow users to interact virtually. The Metaverse is predicted by many to be the ‘new internet' and many of the world's leading companies are investing huge amounts of money and resources into this area. Morgan Stanley and Goldman Sachs have reported that the Metaverse represents a market opportunity of trillions of dollars. Gartner has predicted that a quarter of people will spend at least an hour a day in the metaverse by 2026.
Thrive, Chartered Accountants Ireland’s wellbeing hub, is delighted to invite you along to our September webinar, Back to School – Managing the year ahead with Family Psychotherapist, Richard Hogan. This one-hour webinar aims to help ease you and the family into the “Back to School” routine with some practical advice and top tips […]
The New Zealand Tax Update session will cover recent tax changes and upcoming developments, an overview of the interest limitation rules and how they apply, and new reporting and record keeping requirements for NZ domestic trusts as well as a number of other topics.
Join Michael Croker, Tax Australia Leader for CA ANZ, as he provides an update on the latest Australian tax policy issues, tax legislation and ATO rulings impacting CAs personally, their clients and the businesses they work for.
Cultural wellbeing and practices as part of a holistic approach to social and emotional. Wellbeing. Culture may also shape how you relax, practice self-care, and resolve conflicts. Living in a community that rejects aspects of your culture – such as identity, beliefs, or sexual orientation – can have negative impacts on your wellbeing. During this discussion we confront a courageous conversation around how culture, and traditional beliefs impact wellbeing.
In this webinar, Rob Mastrodomenico will look at the fundamental principles behind the beautiful game, specifically how you can characterise what is important and not important in a match between two sides.
World economies, businesses and organisations are navigating changes and advances brought about by the COVID-19 pandemic, the fourth industrial revolution (4IR), and the changing dynamics of society, people, and customers.
SAICA members and associates (members) in various sectors continue to provide responsible leadership, while adapting to the changing times. They are unlearning several old “habits, knowledge and skills” and embracing new ways of work and business.
Financial stress can be overwhelming. It is one of the most prevalent and persistent forms of stress worldwide. At times, you may feel blindsided by the emotional tension, which can negatively affect your mental health. The emphasis of this session will be on Financial Distress and Planning.
Join us for the next Chartered Accountants Worldwide ‘Difference Makers Discuss’ event: ‘Sustainability: Connecting the Dots’.
Our next Difference Makers Discuss global event will focus on the vital role that Chartered Accountants play in driving positive change on sustainability.
World economies, businesses and organisations are navigating changes and advances brought about by the COVID-19 pandemic, the fourth industrial revolution (4IR), and the changing dynamics of society, people, and customers.
SAICA members and associates (members) in various sectors continue to provide responsible leadership, while adapting to the changing times. They are unlearning several old “habits, knowledge and skills” and embracing new ways of work and business.
The panellists will examine modern slavery reporting practices.
The role of the accountancy profession in maintaining trust in an era of sustainability. Sustainability should be at the forefront of everyone’s agenda, and yet, for many businesses, both large and small, it’s not! Chartered Accountants are perfectly placed to help address this. They are a nexus for change within […]
Chartered Accountants Ireland’s Thrive Wellbeing Hub is delighted to invite members and friends to ‘Step into your Power’. This online event will shine a light on the issues and challenges encountered by our members from all walks of life as they navigate their professional and personal lives.
This webinar will provide a great overview of the challenge, and some first-hand case studies of businesses who are taking significant steps on the sustainability journey.
World economies, businesses and organisations are navigating changes and advances brought about by the COVID-19 pandemic, the fourth industrial revolution (4IR), and the changing dynamics of society, people, and customers.
SAICA members and associates (members) in various sectors continue to provide responsible leadership, while adapting to the changing times. They are unlearning several old “habits, knowledge and skills” and embracing new ways of work and business.
The annual A4S Summit is a unique global gathering to catalyse action on sustainability in the finance community.
Finance & Accounting (F&A) functions are evolving, and there are increasing expectations on F&A professionals to provide insights that will support businesses in a volatile environment.
ICAS invites you to an online fireside chat with Lord Simon Woolley, crossbench member of the House of Lords and Principal at Homerton College, and Indy Singh Hothi CA, ICAS President.
This conference is in planning and further information will follow.
In this session Declan Scott BSc (Mgmt), MA, FCA explores the definition of resilience followed by insights from the latest research. Resilience Institute tracked 23,990 professionals over two years to discover which skills and practices support the highest performers. Of the 60 factors measured, five are most impactful. It is clear that in order to be resilient, high performance requires care for self and others.
To celebrate and inspire women this IWD, Chartered Accountants Ireland is delighted to invite you to this reflective webinar that will explore the value and impact feminine power holds in the workplace.
Join The Financial Times Chief UK Business Correspondent, Daniel Thomas as he leads a truly global panel of experts to guide you on how can you ensure your organisation’s environmental statements are accurate and would not be susceptible to allegations of greenwashing.
You are cordially invited to an interactive online discussion on expanded transactional reporting. Topics to be addressed: The changing landscape of transactional reporting and the accountant's role The move from a financial reporting mindset to a corporate reporting mindset Connectivity, integration and the associated disclosures Expanded monitoring and reporting functions […]
On July 5th at 11:00am, re-imagine your finance department's roadmap with the Microsoft Ireland and Yooz expertise. Find out top technology trends in the Finance & Accounts Payable space and discover why automation is the way forward.
SAICA invites you to their wellness check in - Rethinking disruption and how to Improve productivity in the workplace. Let us create that awareness together!
Don't miss this ChatGPT and Generative AI Masterclass. Join us as we delve into the world of artificial intelligence, led by industry expert and visionary Dean Furman.
This informative webinar aims to equip professionals worldwide with the knowledge and tools necessary to combat the ever-evolving challenges posed by fraud and cybercrime in today's digital landscape.
The latest report from the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change was stark – we can secure a liveable future for all but only if we act urgently on climate change. But what does this mean for smaller businesses, and how can chartered accountants contribute?
Join ICAS and RSM for our joint webinar, hosted by Charities Panel Chair, Keith Macpherson, on what’s new in charity financial reporting. We will also be joined by our main speaker Kelly Adams who will take you through key sector developments.
This course will deliver core knowledge about how to integrate sustainability data into the decision-making process. The global economy is entering the carbon phase. Incoming regulations and increasing stakeholder pressures are stretching businesses as they juggle short term success with long term survival of the business. Companies need to act now but creating change and impact can only be done with data you have confidence in.
This course will follow the Virtual Classroom format and encompass two, three-hour sessions. The online interactive live sessions will utilise the functionality of our online learning platform and will be an engaging, collaborative manner of learning.
This course is still in the planning stages, but will be delivered online on Wednesday, 11 October from 09:30am to 13:30pm.
In collaboration with the Responsible Investment Association of Australasia, join this CA Sustainability Community webinar to gain insights into the evolving investment and financing landscape and to unpack the 101 of sustainable financing, as business and investors seek ‘greener’ (or social) investments that align with their strategies on Wednesday 18th October.
Join us for an informative hour to hear directly from industry experts on trade and economic partnerships, Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP) and Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP).
One of the most significant blockers to achieving career success, can often be self-doubt and lack of self-confidence. Even the most successful professionals struggle with lack of self-belief and need to constantly work on building and maintaining their confidence.
Why not step into the future of finance and accounting by registering for our FinBiz 2030 webinar that’s part of APA Fest, AI Unleashed: Navigating the Future of Finance and Accounting?
This week of virtual sessions will provide practical advice on how you as a finance professional can prepare for the transition to net zero, implement plans and drive ambitious action on climate and nature.
Join us for an exhilarating journey through the world of global themes, where purpose meets passion. "Difference Makers Discuss Live" is a dynamic 6-episode live broadcast event hosted by Sinead Donovan, President of the Chartered Accountants Ireland.
Join us for an exhilarating journey through the world of global themes, where purpose meets passion. "Difference Makers Discuss Live" is a dynamic 6-episode live broadcast event hosted by Sinead Donovan, President of the Chartered Accountants Ireland.
As part of the 25th Anniversary of the OECD Anti-Bribery Convention, IFAC (The International Federation of Accountants), ICAEW (the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales) and IBA (The International Bar Association), in collaboration with the OECD, are pleased to invite you to special online event which considers the urgent need to foster cultures of integrity and active enforcement to tackle the risk of corruption.
From the comforting confines of Shelcross to the empowering platform of Boss Babes of South Africa, Kovini Moodley’s journey is one rich with insights and heart. Kovini champions a league of women united in collaboration, not competition. The conversation will shed light on the barriers erected by societal conditioning that pit professionals against one another, and Kovini’s firsthand experiences with turning authenticity into a superpower in the social media landscape.
Embark on a journey with Naomi Walsh, the trailblazing Vice President of Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand, as she unveils her extraordinary ascent in the accounting world. Her story, a testament to tenacity and ambition, begins in regional Tasmania and ascends to international heights, with a career-defining role in the UK working on the Olympics.
23 APRIL - 7pm – 8.30pm EASTERN / 24 APRIL - 11am NEW ZEALAND / 9am SYDNEY CAW Network USA invites you to attend this exciting online event, Beyond Accounting - Sustainability in Transactions. Addressing the issues of sustainability, including environmental, social and economic impacts of the transition to a […]
Meet Asma Shabaz, a Chartered Accountant from Pakistan who’s breaking barriers and transforming the financial landscape. In a candid conversation, Asma will share her remarkable journey from a determined accounting student to a respected professional in process governance and business ops risk at Mashreq Bank.
In this insightful webinar, we delve into the critical need for finance professionals to embrace and integrate nature-related disclosures into their financial decision-making processes
Join Vusi Thembekwayo as he drives through on how to future-proof your leadership career as you learn how to become a resilient leader who can thrive in challenging times.
Gain a comprehensive overview of the importance of leadership by attending the ICAS 60 Minutes Leadership Masterclass Series.
A series of 4 webinars with industry experts covering essential skills to boost your career. Event information Today's professionals are constantly facing different challenges requiring them to combine a wide range of knowledge and skills. Whether having to lead your own team, presenting in front of an unknown audience or […]
This is a 90-minute webinar is a follow on from our 2023 AI and Accountants webinar. It is a continuation of that discussion with a focus on accountants and the future of the profession – what is changing and what needs to change.
Details With arguably the most significant year in the development of sustainability reporting standards behind us, how can businesses efficiently interpret and apply their complex requirements? Join the first webinar hosted by the ICAS Sustainability Business Network as we delve into the practicalities of adopting the various new sustainability reporting […]
Join us as Jessica Fries and Ainslie van Onselen explore how Chartered Accountants are leading global sustainability. Learn about mandatory practices, ISSB standards, and authentic leadership stories.
Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand is pleased to announce the return of the CA Sustainability Community event series for 2024.
Meet Thembeka Maseko, an inspirational South African Chartered Accountant who overcame childhood adversity to achieve success. Listen as she shares how resilience, education, and storytelling shaped her leadership and personal growth. Tune in for inspiration!
This interactive webinar examines how to incorporate environmental and social concerns into debt financing decisions.
This webinar will explore the evolving role of sustainability data in business and finance, giving you the opportunity to understand how quality data drives informed decisions and shapes sustainability reporting.
What if your career could seamlessly blend finance, fashion, and family? Join us on Difference Makers Discuss as we sit down with Michelle Shuttleworth, a trailblazing CFO whose journey from PwC to the helm of the Francis Crick Institute is as inspiring as it is varied.
The CA Summit is back for 2024. Join our award-winning virtual event to connect with the big ideas that are shaping the way you live and work.
This interactive webinar by Accounting for Sustainability will focus on enhancing investor engagement on sustainability.
Explore the fascinating journey of Tinashe Kamangira, a trailblazer in the accounting world, who takes us from his roots in Zimbabwe to a thriving career in Perth, Australia. As the President of Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CA ANZ) and a Director at Deloitte, Tinashe offers a unique perspective on leadership and the cultural transitions that shaped his path.
Join Us for a Special episode of Difference Makers Discuss Live: Resilience in the Chartered Accountancy profession We’re excited to invite you to a special episode of Difference Makers Discuss Live, where we’ll unveil the findings of the inaugural global report into the resilience of the Chartered Accountancy profession— a […]
Join this webinar to discover how to start embedding nature into your work, navigate regulations with confidence and engage stakeholders effectively.
In this special episode of Difference Makers Discuss, Ainslie van Onselen, Chair of CAW and CEO of CA ANZ, will be speaking with Carmine Di Noia, the Director for Financial and Enterprise Affairs at the OECD. This special conversation will dive into the crucial global challenges we face today and the role of finance professionals in tackling them.
Create your strong, self-aware personal profile to make yourself memorable, effective and appear confident even in the most stressful situations.
In this episode, Chair of Chartered Accountants Worldwide and CEO of CA ANZ, Ainslie van Onselen is joined by Alex Russell, Associate Director at Ipsos Corporate Reputation, unpack the findings of the inaugural global AI research study conducted by CAW in collaboration with IPSOS UK.
Women in Leadership is a global leadership programme for women working across practice, industry and public sectors in senior management, partner or board roles.
Join us during Mental Health Awareness Week as we explore this year’s theme of community and the role it plays in fostering healthy mental wellbeing.
Join us for an exclusive opportunity to hear directly from IFAC President Jean Bouquot as he shares his invaluable insights on how future-ready accountants can prepare and take decisive action to thrive in the evolving landscape.
A special highlight edition of our acclaimed webinar series, Difference Makers Discuss bringing together the most powerful, provocative, and thought-provoking moments from the past season — a celebration of the people and perspectives shaping the future of business and society.
This webcast will explore the intersection of creativity and adventure as powerful tools for boosting mental health. We’ll examine how engaging in creative activities like painting, writing, or music can serve as a therapeutic outlet for emotional expression and stress relief.
In a world where the finance and accountancy profession are being reshaped by global challenges, technological disruption, and the urgent call for diversity, Difference Makers Discuss… offers a rare window into the lives of those leading this transformation from within. Season 1 takes listeners across continents and career milestones—unearthing stories […]
This event includes two 90-minute webinars run back to back, with polling questions / audience CPE. This webinar follows on from last year’s look at AI and Accountants.
When Lem Chin Kok started his career over 30 years ago, he was racing to crime scenes in a fast response car for the Singapore Police Force. Today, he's the CEO of an AI-first technology firm, helping enterprises harness artificial intelligence in unprecedented ways.
In this engaging discussion, Ken shares his remarkable journey from Glasgow to becoming a partner at one of America's top 15 accounting firms. His story powerfully demonstrates the global opportunities available to chartered accountants and offers valuable insights for anyone considering an international career.
What does it take to thrive in professional services when your brain works differently? In this powerful episode of our Difference Makers Discuss series, we sit down with Mark Scully, founder of Braver, for an honest conversation about neurodiversity, mental health, and building truly inclusive workplaces.
When Nicola Ellam says "AI will take your job to a whole new level," she's not issuing a warning—she's making a promise. Join us on November 6th for the fourth episode in the new season of Difference Makers Discuss, where we sit down with Nicola to explore one of the most ambitious technology transformations in professional services.
In this compelling episode of our popular Difference Makers Discuss series, we bring you the remarkable story of Carla Vijian, whose career journey from Malaysian scholarship student to international ethics standard-setter offers invaluable insights for accounting professionals at every stage of their careers.
In January 2025, we unveiled groundbreaking findings from our global well-being report, revealing both the remarkable strengths and critical challenges facing Chartered Accountants worldwide. Nearly 700 professionals shared their experiences, and the conversation sparked important dialogue across the profession. Now, ten months later, Brad Hook and Declan Scott return to examine what's changed and what's stayed the same.
Speaker Lineup Announced Hear directly from leading industry experts now confirmed for the 2025 CPD Blitzes. Expect practical insights, technical updates, and forward-looking perspectives to help you stay ahead in your profession. Secure your 2025 CPD hours These half-day conferences deliver up to 10 hours of CPD packed with practical […]
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FOSTER A CULTURE OF SUPPORT
Create best practice protocols and develop a culture which empowers all employees the ability to call out inappropriate behaviour of unfairness without fear of it hindering their career.
EMBED GOOD PRACTICE
Across the organisation, inclusive attitudes and behaviours need to be embedded as standard practice.
CHAMPIONING SENIOR TEAMS WHO PARENT
Case studies and examples of successful leaders who also share parenting duties.
NORMALISATION OF PARENTING NEEDS
Clear and overt encouragement of flexi-time for all. Valuing quality over quantity of hours.
SENIOR COLLEAGUES LEADING BY EXAMPLE HAS IMPACT
A company culture is set by senior leadership teams, and their attitude and behaviour has an impact on the way others behave. Witnessing a senior colleague call out inappropriate behaviour empowers women to do the same.
FACILITATE WIDER OPPORTUNITIES TO EXPERIENCE DIFFERENT ROLES
Secondments in different parts of the organisation. Job swaps/shadow opportunities, allowing women to experience different areas of the business.
FACILITATE MENTORS, AMBASSADORS and CHAMPIONS
Empower women in more senior roles and provide training on how to become an effective ambassador/champion/mentor.
SUPPORTIVE MANAGERS THAT BROADEN THEIR EXPERIENCE HAVE THE BIGGEST IMPACT
Develop the inclusive leadership capability of leaders.
MENTAL HEALTH & WELLBEING SUPPORT
Support for those struggling with work and exam pressure and, in particular, to support those who fail exams.
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT & BROKERING RELATIONSHIPS
Facilitate job swop/shadow opportunities so women can fill gaps in their CVs. Create opportunities for networking events across the industry with diverse speakers in attendance.
CONFIDENCE DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING
Empower and support women in self-promotion and being able to speak out about their skills, interests and support needs. This includes any observation of unfair opportunities. Confidential chat function, coaching and mentoring.
REVIEW PROVISION OF NETWORKING AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNTIES
Ensure opportunities for networking and professional development are available at different times of the day and in a variety of settings that enable working parents to attend.
TRANSITION BACK TO WORK PROGRAMMES
Comprehensive transition back to work programs which cover: time management, changes in tech, how to stay visible and in touch on shorter hours.
NETWORKS FOR WORKING PARENTS
Buddy system/mentoring for parents to tap into for support and encouragement and comfort, to know they are not alone.
WORK-LIFE BALANCE IS MORE MOTIVATIONAL THAN RESPONSIBILITY
Mid-career women are more likely to be interested in roles that offer work-life balance, flexibility in working location and roles that are less demanding.
FACILITATE COACHING AND MENTORING SUPPORT
Provide opportunities for women to understand what further career options are available to them through building a network of diverse ambassadors who are open to mentoring support.
POLICIES SHOULD BE AVAILABLE AND ACCESSIBLE
Company policies should be easy to access for everyone, at any time. This enables staff to quickly check how issues will be dealt with should they arise. This should also provide the necessary reassurance for those who may wish to challenge any inappropriate behaviour that it will be dealt with sensitively and confidentially
ENSURE EQUAL OPPORTUNITY AVAILABLE
Review and enforce equal access to opportunities and experiences for all staff.
FACILITATING MORE DIVERSITY IN RECRUITMENT
Training for staff to counter unconscious bias – focus on the abilities and experience of the candidate.
ESTABLISH A DISCRIMINATION EDUCATION PROGRAMME FOR ALL
Ensure an ongoing (mandatory) programme of education about discrimination in the workplace covering all its different forms, and ensure there is an appropriate policy and procedure for handling issues.
PARENTAL LEAVE POLICIES
Clear, inclusive and accessible parental leave policies.
ALLOW FLEXIBILITY FOR STUDY TIME
Consistent provision of study time within the working day to support the opportunity for employees of all genders to learn and enhance the opportunity to pass.
As a starting point, calculate your ‘Scope 1’ and ‘Scope 2’ greenhouse gas emissions.
Seek stakeholder input. From external stakeholders this might involve:
With your internal stakeholders (employees, executive teams, and the board) this might involve holding team meetings, workshops and focus interviews.
SAICA
Manuel Rodrigues (33) – CFO African Operations and MD of EDP Mozambique
Manuel Rodrigues is a Chartered Accountant (SA) and the winner of their prestigious Top 35-under-35 CA competition of 2020.
He is the perfect mix between born achiever and community improver. He obtained both his Law Degree and CTA Cum Laude and placed Top 10 in his ITC board Exam. He became a Managing Director at Escolha Do Povo (EDP) at the age of 29. Today he is proudly a partner and director at Matswani Capital, a venture capital firm with widespread investments across various industries, ranging from agro-processing, underground coal mining to bulk fuel distribution across Africa.
At Matswani Capital, Manuel is a strategic in the outlook of the business. He not only heads up the finance function for the entire Africa region but is also responsible for the operations in the Mozambican project, Escolha Do Povo (EDP).
Escolha Do Povo (EDP) means “The Peoples Choice” in Portuguese. This was a brown fields project and Manuel often expresses his pride on what they were able to build in a space where there was nothing, raised all the necessary funding, obtained government support and approvals and put in place all the necessary infrastructure for a commercial hatchery, maize and feed milling operation.
“The infrastructure allows for the maximum production of half a million day old chicks per month which gets distributed-into the local market along with a chicken feed which EDP produces. This enhances the livelihood of small-scale farmers, as they grow the birds under the supervision of EDPs training and continuous development programs. . Once the bird is grown and healthy, the small scale farmers sell these birds in the market thereby yielding a return on investment every 35 days. There is always a conundrum between the bottom line and the community development and Manuel has cracked the code to achieve both. This project has wide scale social impact (and growing): – 55 000 regional maize farmers. EDP buys millions of kilograms of maize from these farmers each year. – 14 000 soya bean farmers. EDP has been financing the fertilizers and seeds and providing training to those farmers. Similarly, the grown product is also purchased from the farmers and used in EDPs feed production. – 7 000 families to whom EDP provides technical support in rearing chicken. The grown birds are then sold in the market. EDP has partnered with the government in this initiative as the major concerns are the issues of food security and the need to increase production of food within the borders, as well as the nutritional intake of the average Mozambican. They are proud of the fact that this project fortifies some staple foods (maize meal) with added vitamins and makes those available at affordable prices, and also provides a cost-effective protein source to the local population improving the quality of the consumption of its people. In 2017, EDP was successfully received a government grant amounting to $1.5mil to install a new soya extruder plant with a capacity of processing 2million kilograms of product per month. This created a natural offtake for the soya beans that is now grown by the 14 000 farmers mentioned above. The product of this plant is now used as the protein source for the chicken feed. An untapped market coupled with a destitute but willing community created the perfect opportunity for social enterprise to meet with commercial enterprise.
SAICA
Nicholas Riemer Co-founder and CEO of The Invigilator
Nicholas attended the University of Johannesburg where he completed his CA(SA) studies. He has always had a passion for finance and education and spent a year in academia at the University of Johannesburg before completing his articles through FirstRand. Nicholas spent 3 years in mergers and acquisitions before moving to the investment world where he headed up the Investment education team at FNB wealth and investments. He was bitten by the entrepreneurial bug early on and has also been involved in number of private businesses. Since qualifying he continues to guest lecture and followed his passion for education in co-founding The Invigilator Application, a tool currently used by 25 South African tertiary institutions in maintaining academic integrity with an all-inclusive, mobile phone solution. In 2021 Nicholas was named the SAICA top 35 under 35 overall winner.
CA ANZ
Luka Licul is an inspiring social entrepreneur from New Zealand who is already making a difference and striving to bring about change.
His passion for sustainability led him to start his social enterprise, Spout Milk, in his first year of university. Spout Milk eliminates plastic milk bottle waste by supplying milk to offices and hospitality businesses using reusable kegs. Through Spout, Luka had the opportunity to meet Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern, appear on national television, and speak at events to hundreds of people, spreading awareness about the importance of sustainable living.
Luka is completing his Bachelor of Accounting at Victoria University of Wellington. He is looking forward to starting his graduate role at EY next year and intends to further his accounting knowledge by becoming a Chartered Accountant within the firm.
ZICA
Dorica Chanda is a Tax Assistant at PKF Zambia Chartered Accountants. (A global network of accountancy firms that are at the forefront of compliance regulations and specialise in providing high quality audit, accounting, tax, and business advisory solutions to both national and international organisations.)
She has also worked as a note examiner at the Bank of Zambia for a year between 2018 & 2019. She was privileged to work in the banking and currency department and non-Banks financial institution services where she conducted a preliminary review of licence applications for financial institutions and financial, as well as auditing of the financial institutions and financial business for compliance with Shareholding directorship and management requirements.
She later worked at UHY-AMO Certified Public Accountant as an Audit trainee in between her studies for ZICA. After completing the Zambia Institute of Chartered Accounts (ZICA), she joined the Bank of Zambia for a year as a note examiner in Banking, Currency, and Payment systems. She now works as a Tax assistant at PKF Zambia Chartered Accountants.
Dorica is a Graduate Member of ZICA and completed her Chartered Accounting Professional Programme (CA ZAMBIA). She is a holder of a Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting and Finance obtained from Mulungushi University Zambia. She graduated from Mulungushi University with a credit in her bachelor’s degree. This achievement saw her among the top ten females to graduate from the school of business.
Dorica’s mission is motivating others to focus on their dream careers and inspire them to become successful in their field through her story and motivational speaking skills. She believes that anyone can be successful and achieve their dreams if they are determined and focused. She intends to further her studies in her accounting career. She also helps her siblings with their education and upbringing.
Dorica enjoys mathematics, accounting and business-related documentaries as well as discovering new theories, asking herself why something is done in a certain way. She enjoys writing articles on mental health and wellbeing.
CA ANZ
Patrick is Senior Fund Controller at Arcmont Asset Management, a hedge fund with approximately €20 billion AUM specialising in European Private Debt. Patrick previously was an Associate Director in fund administration with SS&C servicing another well known large European Private Debt fund. Prior to moving to London, Patrick worked at the Myer Family Office (now Mutual Trust) covering the pre-eminent ultra-high net worth market in Australia. Patrick has been in London since 2016 and served as Vice Chair for CA ANZ in 2021, and proudly as Chair in 2022. Patrick also spends his social time playing AFL for the London Swans.
ICAEW
James Skilton is an Audit and Accounts Semi-Senior in his third year at Wilson Wright, an independent accounting, tax and business advisory firm based in the City of London.
Having taken a more unconventional route into accountancy, James graduated from the University of Liverpool in 2017 with a degree in Biochemistry. Following his graduation, James spent the next five months travelling across South East Asia, Australia and New Zealand. It was during this time, he says that ‘his eyes were really opened’ to the measure of issues faced globally surrounding sustainability, education and economic injustice.
Upon his return, James spent 18 months working at an international environmental consultancy before joining Wilson Wright in September 2019, where he has secured first-time passes in all exams to date.
James said: “I am delighted to have been selected as the ICAEW ambassador for the One Young World Summit in Munich. Sitting in the eye of a global pandemic highlights the necessity, now more than ever, for young professionals to collaborate, reflect and develop proactive strategies for future crises. In the meantime, I look forward to the role that chartered accountants will have to play in the return of economic prosperity and I can’t wait to share my experiences on this global platform.”
Adam Cramer, CEO & Partner at Wilson Wright added “Young professionals such as James are shaking up the public perception of what it means to be a Chartered Accountant – breaking down outdated and unhelpful stereotypes, while giving reason for optimism about the future of the profession and the planet. As people around the world work to rebuild their economies in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic, it is incredibly reassuring that Chartered Accountants of the future will have the likes of James in their midst.”
“We are excited to be celebrating James’ achievement with him.”
ICAP
Rafia Saleem works for the World Bank Group in Pakistan. Prior to WBG, she was associated with one of the leading microfinance banks in the country and have also worked with the government and various humanitarian partners during 2010 floods emergency in Pakistan. Rafia is passionate about leveraging networks and expertise to maximize change and impact in marginalized communities. She is also a writer, researcher, climate change activist and have received many awards including Presidential Award of Excellence, Young Eco-Hero Award, Fatima Jinnah Memorial Gold Medal and ICAP CA Women Achievement Award. She is also a fellow of US State Department’s Emerging Leaders of Pakistan Program, Swedish Institute’s Young Connectors of the Future Program, Future Leaders Connect Program of the British Council, Adaptation Finance Fellowship of Frankfurt School of Finance and Management and an Acumen Pakistan Fellow. Rafia holds the qualification of Chartered Accountancy and have also completed her Masters in Poverty and Development from University of Sussex, UK, in 2020 on an FCDO-Chevening scholarship.
Fiona Smiddy is a Chartered Accountant and the Founder of Green Outlook: www.greenoutlook.ie. At Green Outlook, Fiona promotes sustainable living and supports customers to reduce their environmental impact. Green Outlook is passionate about supporting local, sustainable and plastic free alternatives and offer a growing range of sustainable personal care products. The website now has 250 sustainable products and has over 380 5-star reviews on Google and Facebook.
Before starting her own business, Fiona worked as Senior Accountant with a renewable energy company in Dublin. She is Secretary and Vice President of Network Ireland Kildare Branch 2022 and co-lead of the Climate Action workstream within the Irish FinBiz2030 Taskforce. In April 2022, Fiona became the 2022 Chartered Accountants Ireland Chartered Star and will represent Chartered Accountants Ireland and Chartered Accountants Worldwide at One Young World in Manchester in September 2022.
ISCA
Cihui is a Chartered Accountant (Singapore) and has over 9 years of public accounting experience including 2 years with the Deloitte London, United Kingdom practice under the Deloitte Global Mobility Program.
She has experience in leading, managing and coaching engagement teams to provide external financial audit services (both ISA and PCAOB) for private, local listed, multinational companies and SEC registrants on Fortune 500 and listed on New York Stock Exchange. She serves companies across various industries such as consumer business, manufacturing and trading, aviation, port solutions, hospitality, pharmaceutical, media and technology. She enjoys travelling as well as bachata and salsa dance during her free time.
A global cause that she advocates is ethical leadership. This starts with leading by example in her day to day activities which includes leading her own engagement and project teams. Cihui is always on a hunt for good food and coffee.
CA ANZ
Maxine is a Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand Student Representative with a strong passion for the profession and is striving to ensure effective action is taken to solve global issues. She is completing her studies at Curtin University in Perth, Australia where she is also President of Curtin Accounting Association and is an aspiring Auditor. Maxine wants to build on the diversity and representation within the accounting profession and be part of an accounting industry that ultimately contributes towards a better world.
ICAEW
Mariee Payne is an assistant manager within the audit department at Mazars in Poole having qualified in 2021. Mariee specialises in working with charities and not for profits. This is an area which she really enjoys being part of as she loves getting to see the difference that each charity is making, and loves to find ways to help these charities if she can. She finds it very rewarding being able to meet people who are so passionate about the work they are doing.
Professionally, Mariee gets involved with many different initiatives. She is a member of the office’s diversity and wellbeing committee. One of their key focuses is mental health and as part of this Mariee organised a ‘Time to Talk’ day in the office to get people discussing mental health in an open environment. With one in four people experiencing a mental health problem at some point in their lives, Mariee thinks that speaking about this openly in a work environment is very important.
Mariee is also the green champion for her office which consists of getting people involved with both local and national initiatives within the firm. Currently she is planning an office event for National Marine Week to help raise more awareness of issues being faced here.
Another area Mariee is involved in is working with local schools on different projects, from supporting a Young Enterprise team, to giving talks on apprenticeships and careers in accounting and giving general career advice. Having not gone to University herself, and instead taking the school leaver path to becoming a qualified accountant, Mariee is keen to make sure that everybody is aware of all the different options they have available to them.
Outside of work Mariee loves being out on the water and enjoys a range of watersports including surfing, rowing and stand up paddle boarding. It’s very likely you will find her at the beach! She’s always keen to give anything a try and has recently begun learning aerial silks which is completely different but very exciting.
SAICA
Mpho Mookapele is a Chartered Accountant (SA) with over 14 years of experience in the private and public sector in the finance, strategy development, regulatory environment and skills development.
The main areas of her experience over the years are financial management, risk management External Audit, Performance Information and Public Sector accounting technical and legislation advisory consulting and skills development. Throughout her career, she has served the different spheres of the South African government, the private sector and the United Kingdom.
Mpho completed her articles at EY in 2011. She then joined the Accounting Technical division as an assistant manager serving public sector clients until 2015 and is now at a senior manager role.
Her passion for development in the country and in Africa guided her career towards serving in the public space. As a Senior Manager at Ernst & Young, Mpho managed the strategic planning and reporting solutions in the Public Sector and technical advisory role on audit engagements.
In 2017 she was appointed as a CFO of the Energy and Water SETA and in 2018 appointed as Acting CEO for 2 years until she was officially appointed as CEO of the organisation in 2020.
In 2019, SAICA awarded Mpho the 2019 overall winner of the SAICA Top-35-under-35 CA (SA) Competition.
Mpho serves on a number of governance committees in the private and public sector which includes two advisory Boards, chairing an audit committee and serves as a Council Member of a University.
Her passion for development goes beyond the boardroom and sees every opportunity to serve others, as a privilege.
Amjad Hassan is a Manager within the Restructuring team at EY. Amjad is an ambitious and caring individual. At the core of his beliefs is the principle to do the right thing every time, no matter the consequences. Amjad takes great pride in encouraging his colleagues to bring their whole self to work and is an advocate for diversity and inclusiveness within the workplace. Amjad’s goals include continued professional and personal development, whilst building and developing the skills of the people around him.
Amjad intends to continue growing his restructuring experience, taking on more responsibility in projects and leading larger teams. Amjad’s aspirations are to take the Joint Insolvency Examination Board examinations to become a licensed insolvency practitioner.
Outside of work, Amjad is passionate about community service and looks for ways to improve the lives of others around him and is a regular blood donor. Amjad enjoys keeping fit and active through a variety of sports, including competing in kickboxing competitions, playing badminton and jogging regularly. Amjad’s proudest recent accomplishments include, mentoring a colleague in the EY offshore team in India and pioneering a presentation to his team on their culture, goals and aspirations which was rolled out across the UK to raise awareness and encourage diversity and inclusiveness. Amjad is also the first individual in the UK Restructuring team to achieve an EY badge in Data Visualisation demonstrating his passion to learn and implement analytics in client engagements.
Amjad is also an active member of the Restructuring Wellbeing Group at EY and recent contributions include creating positive wellbeing messages during the COVID-19 pandemic, participating in the Positive Programme which highlighted the importance of having an emotional barometer, encouraged walking meetings and a project wellbeing checklist which ensures colleagues are cared for at various phases of a project.
