Hong Kong Institute of Certified Public Accountants (HKICPA)

📢 Strengthening Collaboration between HKICPA and ISCA 📢 The HKICPA and the Institute of Singapore Chartered Accountants (ISCA) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to enhance cooperation and collaboration between the accounting professions in Hong Kong and Singapore. Under this MoU, HKICPA and ISCA will focus on various areas, where they will: - Conduct a review to establish a pathway for membership recognition, allowing members to gain recognition in both jurisdictions; - Curate and promote selected training programs that are relevant to their respective members, while extending invitations to networking events; and - Facilitate the sharing of resources and exchange of knowledge to further strengthen the accounting profession. 💼💡 The signing ceremony took place during ISCA's delegation visit to Hong Kong, where representatives from both institutes came together. Margaret Chan, Chief Executive and Registrar of HKICPA, and Fann Kor, Chief Executive Officer of ISCA, signed the MoU in the presence of Roy Leung, President of HKICPA, and Teo Ser Luck, President of ISCA. 🖊️ This collaboration marks an important milestone in fostering closer ties between the accounting communities in Hong Kong and Singapore. Stay tuned for more updates on the exciting initiatives that will result from this partnership! 🎉🌟 #AccountingProfession #Cooperation #Networking #KnowledgeSharing #InternationalRecognition #ProfessionalTraining #AccountingCommunity #Professionaldevelopment

[Event highlights] Don't miss out our upcoming events that cover valuable topics: 1. PAIB Live AMA 你問我答 [EP4] (22 May 2024) ➤ Register now: https://lnkd.in/gmbmE7TX 2. Live Webinar: Entities Listing on HKEX Series: Session 5: Updating on New Listing Issues (22 May 2024) ➤ Register now: https://bit.ly/4arSSUG 3. Face-to-face: ESG Workshop on TCFD Scenario Analysis for Climate Risks and Opportunities (29 May 2024) ➤ Register now: https://bit.ly/3V9nhCG #HKICPA #MemberEvents

The Accounting and Financial Reporting Council (AFRC) is conducting a crucial survey of Hong Kong-listed companies and auditors to assess their preparedness for sustainability assurance and climate reporting, gather insights on climate-risk integrated audits, and understand the role of accountants in ESG reporting.   The AFRC is inviting, within Hong Kong-listed companies, chairpersons and/or members of the audit committee or sustainability committee, as well as C-suite executives and those in charge of sustainability, to complete the survey. The Institute would like to encourage relevant practitioners to participate in it by Thursday, 23 May.

📣🔥 Attention all QP students! 🌟 The List of Current Hot Topics for the June 2024 session Professional Module Exams is now available in the QP Learning Centre (QPLC)! 📚✨ 🔐 This list serves as a valuable supplementary resource for candidates preparing for the Professional Module examinations. These topics encompass the latest market knowledge that you should be equipped with as aspiring CPAs. Thoroughly review these topics in the QP study materials to ensure you are fully prepared for the upcoming examinations! Click the link below and login for access. Let's conquer those exams together! 💪🎉 🔗 https://bit.ly/3V2nuaJ (Login to QPLC required) #QPExams #HotTopics #ExamPreparation #SuccessAhead #QP #HKICPA #QualificationProgramme

Building strong connections: Another successful HKICPA Networking Lunch! 🎉   The HKICPA Networking Lunch held on May 10, 2024 was a smashing success! It was an absolute pleasure for our Council and Management to engage with nearly 40 members who graced us with their presence.   The event is designed to foster stronger connections between the Institute and our esteemed members and marks just the beginning of our commitment to strengthen member engagement. Stay tuned as we unveil a series of upcoming events designed to provide valuable opportunities for connection, learning, and growth. 🌟🌱   #HKICPA #NetworkingLunch #MemberEngagement #AccountingProfession #BuildingCommunity

📚🎓 Elevate QP Exam Preparation with the Masterclass🌟 ⚡️ The Institute is offering condensed revision courses to supercharge QP students’ preparation for the Professional Modules Examinations. The Masterclass comprises two half-day revision classes for each module (Modules 11-14) for the June 2024 session. Here's what the Masterclass has in store for you: 👥 𝐋𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞: Revision courses are available in both face-to-face and online options, ensuring flexibility and personalized learning. 🔥 𝐅𝐨𝐜𝐮𝐬 𝐨𝐧 𝐡𝐨𝐭 𝐭𝐨𝐩𝐢𝐜𝐬: Delve into selected topics from the List of current Hot Topics published by the Institute for the upcoming examination session, ensuring you're well-informed for the examination. 💡 𝐄𝐱𝐚𝐦 𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐭𝐞𝐜𝐡𝐧𝐢𝐪𝐮𝐞𝐬: Unleash your full potential with valuable insights and techniques to enhance your examination strategies, empowering you to conquer the challenges ahead. 🌐 𝐏𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐄𝐧𝐠𝐚𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐠: Reinforce your conceptual understanding through curated practical examples, enabling you to apply your knowledge effectively. Seats for the Masterclass are limited and will be allocated on a f̲i̲r̲s̲t̲-̲c̲o̲m̲e̲-̲f̲i̲r̲s̲t̲-̲s̲e̲r̲v̲e̲d̲ ̲b̲a̲s̲i̲s̲. Don't miss out on this exceptional opportunity to maximize your exam success. Enrol in the Masterclass Series now! 🚀🎉 Access the HKICPA Event App and search for “Masterclass” for more details and secure your spot. #MasterclassSeries #ExamPreparation #ProfessionalModuleExaminations #SuccessAhead

🌸💐 Wellness beyond the office: A Recap of our Mother's Day Floral Workshop! 💖✨ At HKICPA, we value the well-being of our staff inside and outside the office. Our Staff Wellness Events aim to provide fun and beneficial opportunities for our team to connect, build camaraderie, and create lasting memoires. Yesterday, we had the pleasure of hosting a heartwarming Mother's Day Floral Workshop as part of our ongoing commitment to staff wellness. 🌺🌼 📸 Check out these delightful snapshots from the event, capturing the joy and camaraderie that filled the room. Our instructors guided us through the art of floral arrangement, allowing each participant to express their love and gratitude through stunning bouquets. The workshop provided a serene and nurturing environment for staff to unwind and tap into their creativity. 🌺🌿 🌸 Follow us on social media to stay tuned for more exciting staff wellness events as we continue to foster a culture that values your well-being. Together, we can create a workplace where everyone feels cared for and supported. 💚✨ Wish you all a Happy Mother’s Day! #StaffWellness #BeyondWork #MothersDay #FloralWorkshop #HKICPA

𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐲 𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐝 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐂𝐏𝐃 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐚𝐮𝐝𝐢𝐭 The Institute conducts a continuing professional development (CPD) compliance audit exercise every year. Members selected are required to submit their CPD records with supporting documents for verification. CPD is crucial for our profession, and the CPD compliance audit process is necessary to ensure members maintain and enhance their professional competence and technical knowledge. The Institute is ready to support you through every step of the way. Make sure you’re equipped with the necessary knowledge to meet the CPD requirements. Learn more about the CPD compliance audit: https://lnkd.in/gG5tP5_W

[Event highlights] Don't miss out our upcoming events that cover valuable topics: 1. PAIB Live AMA 你問我答 [EP4] (22 May 2024) ➤ Register now: https://lnkd.in/gmbmE7TX 2. Advanced Hong Kong Tax Course ➤ Register now: https://bit.ly/3VQuR5F 3. Live Webinar: Entities Listing on HKEX Series: Session 4: Valuation: Before and After the M&A Transactions (13 May 2024) ➤ Register now: https://bit.ly/4cCt3U2 4. Entities Listing on HKEX Series: Session 5: Updating on New Listing Issues (22 May 2024) ➤ Register now: https://bit.ly/4arSSUG 5. Merry Monday - French Wine Masterclass and networking (27 May 2024) ➤ Register now: https://lnkd.in/g9sf3RJW #HKICPA #MemberEvents

𝐄𝐧𝐫𝐨𝐥 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐭𝐮𝐭𝐞’𝐬 𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐨𝐥𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐲 𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐲 𝐈𝐈 𝐜𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐬𝐞 A sequel to the Institute's popular Insolvency Preparatory I, Insolvency Preparatory II offers in-depth and integrated study of the financial, management, legal and accounting aspects of insolvency administration with emphasis on practical application, will begin on 18 May via five webinar sessions. Enrolment for Insolvency Preparatory II is now open, offering you a chance to secure your spot in this programme. Take advantage of this opportunity and enrol today on a first-come-first-served basis until 13 May. Register here: https://lnkd.in/gXdkrxt8 #HKICPA #SpecialistQualification #Insolvency