Join our webinar to hear how you can become business qualified with ICAS and secure a career in a whole range of industries, in accountancy, business, finance and beyond.
Now that you have qualified there are a myriad of opportunities available to you. Learn some top career tips for recently & newly qualified here.
Join us for an evening of insightful conversation and connect with other leading professionals in Hong Kong, hosted by ICAS Chief Executive Bruce Cartwright CA.
Join ICAS for an evening of insightful conversation and connect with other leading professionals in Hong Kong, hosted by ICAS Chief Executive Bruce Cartwright CA. Attendance is free for all ICAS members.
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 […]
Join ICAS as they bring together sustainability experts and forward-thinking business leaders in Scotland’s capital, to address important questions on the readiness of business for the sustainability transition.
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
ICAEW's annual Healthcare Conference provides finance professionals working in this specialist area with expert insight and knowledge.
There are important changes coming for audit and assurance professionals, Audit conference will prepare participants for a sustainable and successful future, providing a boost to their knowledge in audit, business, technology and management.
Industry leaders will present the key changes happening in the technical and legal areas of accounting, while subject matter experts in technology, leadership and management continue delegates’ development as business leaders.
Get practical steps and case studies for business owners on how to prepare and attract green talent, whilst also promoting social inclusion.
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.
As this class places strong emphasis on the hands-on experience, you will be working with data for the majority of the time in the class.
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.
Are you ready to be inspired and empowered? Join us for a compelling and transformative webinar, "Difference Makers Discuss Live Episode 6: Breaking Barriers in Accountancy with Kudzai Zendara," tailored specifically for professionals in the finance and accountancy industries.
This seminar will bring together key operatives within the NFP sector to help participants grow their skills and knowledge, inspire innovation, discuss how to build more sustainable organisations and achieve better results for themselves, their teams, and organisations.
CAW Network USA invites you to attend our 2024 in-person conference: Beyond Accounting – Not Just the Numbers on June 13th, 2023.
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 […]
SAICA UK welcomes members to this year's Golf Day. There will be a South African themed barbecue lunch after the golf, along with a prize giving. Itinerary 7:30am - Registration and breakfast 8:30am - Golf commences - all players to be on their starting tees ready to tee off at […]
Hosted by Accounting for Sustainability (A4S), the Summit is a unique global gathering of the finance and accounting community. It will be an excellent opportunity to explore practical actions organizations can take in the transition to a sustainable economy.
Designed for rural accounting practitioners, this event will deliver expert guidance on working in the current changing environment and present opportunities to discuss what the future of the sector looks like
SAICA will be hosting a series of monthly ethics webinars, where thought provoking conversations will compel members to reflect on personal, business and professional ethics as they relate to their real world environment.
The CPD Committee and the Economic Advisory Committee of ICAP have collaborated to hold this groundbreaking conference on Saturday, August 17, 2024 in the vibrant city of Faisalabad, Pakistan.
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.
This session will provide a platform for strategic discussions between SAICA, members, associates, and stakeholders on how the profession can make a difference in the public sector.
Advance your career as an IT Auditor and navigate through the ever-evolving digital landscape effectively. The Digital Assurance and Accounting Board of ICAP has announced Cohort 5 of its highly anticipated “Technology Assurance Certificate Programme”.
This webinar seeks to encourage members to start thinking about laws and legislation that could assist in making the use of AI safer.
The impact of cybersecurity is becoming increasingly important. This session will provide tools and techniques to manage the risk.
Mental wellness for men is often masked in the shadows of social expectations. We live in a world where men are meant to be “heroes” who certainly don’t shed tears.
Understanding International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) is a prerequisite for all effective financial professionals in their roles within their organisations, be it board and audit committee members, financial directors and managers, auditors or consultants. SAICA continues to offer its members the opportunity to refresh and improve their knowledge on the practical application of IFRS Accounting Standards through an interactive and comprehensive part-time course - the SAICA Certificate in IFRS.
In this session, we are delighted to be joined by Mirko Cardinale, Head of Investment Strategy, USS Investment Management who will share insights on using a narrative scenario approach within the top-down investment decision-making process.
When it comes to ethical behaviour, going beyond mere compliance with laws and regulations is essential. While legal requirements set the minimum standards for behaviour, ethics extend beyond these mandates.
Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand is pleased to announce the return of the CA Sustainability Community event series for 2024.
ABOUT THIS EVENT Time: 11:00 EDT / 16:00 BST / 17:00 CET / 23:00 SGT / 01:00 AEST Each webinar is equivalent to 1 NASBA CPE point in Business Management and Organisation. The webinar is open to any participant but is focused toward finance professionals. This webinar provides practical advice […]
Chartered Accountants Ireland is holding a workshop on 13 September 2024 for small/medium enterprises (SMEs) and accounting practices on sustainability.
A workshop for small/medium enterprises (SMEs) and accounting practices on sustainability. This interactive half-day session will focus on positive actions you can take to understand the ‘trickle-down’ effect of the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive ('CSRD’), green public procurement, access to sustainable finance, and how to make your business or practice more sustainable to save costs and respond to stakeholder demands.
Would you like to know more about the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD)? Join Dee Moran, Professional Accountancy Lead, and Mike O’Halloran, Technical Manager, both from Chartered Accountants Ireland to understand more about the directive, the transposition into Irish law and what it might mean for your organisation.
This year Ireland’s third Sustainability Development Goals Week will take place from 20-29 September, within the wider ESDW.
In the second of our series on EU sustainability reporting, join Mike O’Halloran, Chartered Accountants Ireland and guest to understand more about the requirements of the CSRD, the content and disclosures included in the first set of ESRSs and what undertakings should do to prepare for implementation.
This hybrid event will be an opportunity to learn about recent developments in the circular economy and the opportunities and challenges in implementing a circular economy in Ireland.
Be part of Europe’s leading event for ESG excellence, connecting companies, investors, regulators, rating agencies, data providers, consultancies, and more.
Event information 4 October 2024 08:00 - 17:00 BST Convene 133 Houndsditch, London What to expect Explore unique insights on an ever-changing economy from high profile speakers; Learn strategies to enhance business performance and nurture sustainable value for stakeholders; Be better equipped to anticipate changes by engaging with cutting-edge thought […]
Discover forward-looking insights on the economy, with a particular focus on sustainability, leadership, and technology designed to help you navigate a rapidly evolving external environment, drive business growth and discuss how to build a better, more resilient economic future.
Curious about what tomorrow holds for the accountancy profession? Join us to step into the future and delve into topics that go beyond the numbers at our flagship 2024 conference.
As ICAS celebrates Black History Month, join them and a panel of Black Chartered Accountants online on 9 October from 11:00 to 12:00 (BST), to hear their career stories and learn how everyone can play a part in helping to empower careers and build a stronger, more diverse and inclusive future. Whether you’re a member of the Black community or an ally, don’t miss what will be an enriching conversation that goes beyond the numbers to celebrate the people who make the finance professions.
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!
We are entering a turbulent new age for organisations where finance managers must adapt to stay relevant and thrive. A key imperative for modern business is to embrace a fuller, greener and fairer, view of success.
This Masterclass is designed for all professional accountants working in business or practice, wishing to consolidate their knowledge and understanding of the sustainability regulatory, reporting and assurance landscape.
This interactive webinar examines how to incorporate environmental and social concerns into debt financing decisions.
This two-day summit is designed to provide finance professionals with the practical insights and strategies necessary to lead on a vital transition to net zero, nature positive and socially just economies.
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.
Take your power back, identify red flags & break the persistent stigma in society with SAICA's new Wellness Series event - Improving Mental Health as a young professional.
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.
IAI proudly presents “the 8th Aspiring Professional Accountants Festival – APAFest 2024” with the theme "See Beyond the Numbers: Empowering Youth in the Modern Accounting Era."
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.
Reserve a place for the SAICA IFRS update webinar, January 29th 2025 & find out amendments will companies be impacted by from 2024 & beyond?
Join ICAS for their free online event - Talking Charity: Preparing for financial reporting changes on January 30th, 2025.
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 […]
This monthly series will bring together SAICA members in business and practice to unpack developments and challenges that they deal with in order to comply with the requirements of the standards.
An overview of SAICA's guidance document on professional ethical responsibilities in the use of generative artificial intelligence (GenAI), supporting responsible adoption and use in the accountancy profession.
Join the ICAS Mentoring Programme on 25th Feb 2025 - it be a transformative force for building career resilience and professional growth.
An overview of SAICA's guidance document on professional ethical responsibilities in the use of generative artificial intelligence (GenAI), supporting responsible adoption and use in the accountancy profession.
You can join ICAEW at Chartered Accountants Hall for their Corporate Governance Conference on March 21st, 2025.
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.
Chartered Accountants Worldwide are delighted to share the ICAS link to register for their Sustainability Summit 2025.
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.
CAW Network USA invites you to attend this exciting online event focusing on discussing the impact on the global economy of, and on accountants living in, an Era of Energy Disruption.
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.
Join us for Beyond Accounting: Leadership, a dynamic 90-minute online event hosted by CAW Network USA. Learn from global leaders who’ve driven real transformation—featuring Brian Jones on mastering new leadership roles, Nikki Mamedova and Nancy Chakabuda on cross-functional, multicultural collaboration, and Shane Rogers on the human side of assurance leadership.
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 […]
The ICAZ Winter School 2025, marking its first-ever presence in the UK, will be hosted at the prestigious University of Kent in Canterbury from 24th to 30th August 2025.
Join us on 1 September for an exclusive lunchtime networking event co-hosted by the Institute of Singapore Chartered Accountants (ISCA) and Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CA ANZ).
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.
Join us for an interactive session at CA House in Edinburgh as we bring together experts from across the accounting, finance and sustainability sectors to explore what makes a transition plan both credible and worth investing in.
Global Ethics Day is celebrated on 16 October. To commemorate Global Ethics Day SAICA will be hosting this webcast, Ethical leadership - A Prerequisite for ESG.
Join us for 2025 SAICA Summit designed for difference makers: unlock insightful learning, innovation, valuable connections, immersive experiences, and transformative and sustainable leadership for future-focused, global impact.
The webinar will feature a presentation of the 2025 Edelman DXI trust in the profession survey results followed by a panel discussion on Trusted Business Leadership with expert speakers.
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.
The ICAEW Annual Conference is back after a sold-out 2024, and it’s bigger than ever. "Thriving in transformation" dives into AI, leadership, and sustainability – showing you how to lead, adapt and grow. Spend the day with forward-thinking experts shaping the future of accounting. Secure your seat at "the go-to annual event for all chartered accountants".
Global Ethics Day is celebrated on 16 October. To commemorate Global Ethics Day SAICA will be hosting this webcast, Ethical leadership - A Prerequisite for ESG.
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.
Do AI efficiencies come at a cost? What is the current state of climate financing? Is ethical leadership more vital than ever? Get ready to expand your mind, and your future, at our Annual Conference on 5 November in London. Register here today.
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.
Hear from Danielle McConville, Head of Department for Accounting, Queen's University and Graeme Caisley, Head of Data Analytics , Grant Thornton, about how the growth of AI is changing accountancy and business education and impacting prospects of a career in accounting.
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, Dee France, Brad Hook, and Declan Scott return to examine what's changed and what's stayed the same.
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.
