CPA Australia

CPA Australia We are one of the world's largest professional accounting bodies, with over 170,000 members. WHAT IS A CPA? CPAs are highly respected by employers and members.

Our core services to members include education, training, technical support and advocacy. Employees and members work together with local and international bodies to represent the views and concerns of the profession to governments, regulators, industries, academia and the general public. Our Vision
Our goal is to partner with members, so they are prepared for today and tomorrow in a globally conne

cted world

Our Purpose
We are partners for progress. Through trusted relationships we develop business professionals with tomorrow’s capabilities. A Certified Practising Accountant (CPA) is a finance, accounting and business professional with a specific qualification. Being a CPA is a mark of high professional competence. It indicates a soundness in depth, breadth and quality of accountancy knowledge. It provides members with an internationally recognised qualification as well as the opportunity to complete specialist training and continuing professional development (CPD). To use the CPA designation, a member must:

- complete a degree or a postgraduate award recognised by CPA Australia
- complete the CPA Program, including three years of professional experience in finance, accounting or business
- undertake CPD activities each year
- comply to a strict code of conduct set by CPA Australia. To offer public accounting services, CPAs must also complete CPA Australia's Public Practice Program and hold a Public Practice Certificate in accordance with the CPA Australia's By-Laws. Find out more at cpaaustralia.com.au

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19/07/2026

What role do accountants play in preventing money laundering?

In this Short, the focus is on why accountants, lawyers and real estate professionals are becoming key participants in Australia's anti-money laundering (AML) framework.

🔍 Learn how suspicious transactions, client due diligence and suspicious matter reports help identify financial crime before it causes greater harm.

📚 A practical overview for accountants, advisers and finance professionals.

👉 https://bit.ly/4fmecjJ

She was told she was too young to build an accounting firm. Yuvady Keo used that doubt as a starting point. 💪Today, she ...
18/07/2026

She was told she was too young to build an accounting firm. Yuvady Keo used that doubt as a starting point. 💪

Today, she is building more than a practice. It is an ecosystem of accounting, education and SME support in Cambodia. 🌏

The lesson for business owners is simple. Growth is not just about services. It is about systems, trust and long-term thinking. 📈

Read the full story. 👇
https://bit.ly/4fqy6Kn

16/07/2026

Calls with the US team ☎️ Control testing 📋 Cat supervision 🐈‍⬛🐈 And squeezing in time to travel with friends ✈️

Follow Zamzuri Hanizan, CPA, an IT Auditor at PwC Acceleration Centre in Kuala Lumpur, as he takes us through a day in the life of a CPA working in IT audit and risk management.

From working from home to supporting global teams and markets, no two days are ever the same.

Earlier this month, our Chief of Policy, Standards & External Affairs, Elinor Kasapidis, visited Singapore for a series ...
16/07/2026

Earlier this month, our Chief of Policy, Standards & External Affairs, Elinor Kasapidis, visited Singapore for a series of strategic engagements to discuss the opportunities and challenges shaping the future of finance and accounting.

🤝 Elinor exchanged perspectives with industry leaders on key issues shaping the profession, including climate reporting, artificial intelligence, international tax policy, regulatory developments and workforce capability. Highlights included meetings with the Accounting and Corporate Regulatory Authority (ACRA), Tax Academy Singapore, Steward Leadership Institute, Institute of Singapore Chartered Accountants (ISCA) and EY reinforcing CPA Australia's commitment to supporting public policy and professional excellence in Singapore.

🎙️ Another highlight of her trip was recording CPA Australia’s With Interest podcast episodes with leaders from GXS Bank, Deloitte and CodeHQ, exploring the evolving role of finance leaders in an era of AI, innovation and digital transformation.

💡 The visit concluded at CPA Australia's 14th CFO Connect Symposium in Singapore, where Elinor moderated three engaging panel discussions on geopolitical resilience, AI adoption and the future finance function. Bringing together finance leaders, the symposium sparked important conversations on how finance professionals can lead with confidence in an increasingly complex and fast-changing world.

Thank you to all our partners and stakeholders for the insightful discussions and warm hospitability. We look forward to continuing our collaboration to advance the accounting profession across Singapore and the wider region.

CPA Australia supports stronger action against tax practitioner misconductCPA Australia has shared its support for refor...
16/07/2026

CPA Australia supports stronger action against tax practitioner misconduct

CPA Australia has shared its support for reforms aimed at strengthening accountability for tax practitioner misconduct while protecting ethical tax practitioners. The reforms strike an important balance.

CPA Australia Regulations and Standards Lead Belinda Zohrab said the proposed reforms provide the Tax Practitioners Board with stronger tools to address serious misconduct, while ensuring fairness for the vast majority of practitioners who do the right thing.

"CPA Australia supports stronger sanctions for those who do the wrong thing, while ensuring high standards of fairness for the vast majority of tax practitioners who act professionally and ethically every day," Ms Zohrab said.

The reforms include increased civil penalties, new sanctions for unregistered tax agent service providers and tighter safeguards around the TPB's power to immediately suspend registration, limiting its use to circumstances involving a significant risk of harm to clients.

Read more 👉 https://bit.ly/4hdRyvh

15/07/2026

From CPA to Business Systems Lead at HeliMods, Josie Collins’ journey reflects the power of these three letters. A proud Gomeroi woman, her story shows what’s possible. 🚁 ​

​Discover how a CPA designation can open doors for your career.​

⏳Final enrolments close Tuesday 28 July.​

Take the opportunity to apply and enrol ​ 👉 https://bit.ly/4p06fUL

The conversations at CFO Connect Symposium 2026 reinforced one thing: the role of the CFO continues to evolve in an incr...
15/07/2026

The conversations at CFO Connect Symposium 2026 reinforced one thing: the role of the CFO continues to evolve in an increasingly complex and fast-changing business environment.

On 10 July, CPA Australia’s Singapore Division hosted the14th edition of this flagship symposium, bringing together close to 200 CFOs and senior finance leaders for a day of thought-provoking discussions, practical insights and meaningful networking centred on the theme, Navigating the CFO's Role for a High-Velocity World.

💡 The symposium opened with welcome remarks by Greg Unsworth FCPA (Aust.), Singapore Divisional President of CPA Australia, followed by a fireside chat featuring Alvin Tan, Minister of State, Ministry of National Development & Ministry of Trade and Industry.

Throughout the day, Elinor Kasapidis, our Chief of Policy, Standards & External Affairs, moderated engaging discussions with distinguished speakers, including Dennis Lee, Mabel Choo, Teck Kin SUAN, CFA 全德健, Samrat Bose, Yan Uhl , Helena Ooi, Mitchell Pham ONZM FCPA, Ronald Wong, Andrea Wong, Kok-Yong Ho, Jack Mullan and Norman Tan. Together, they explored key issues shaping the future of finance, including strategic resilience, the return on investment of AI, and how finance teams can prepare for the hybrid workforce of 2030.

A sincere thank you to our speakers, panellists, sponsors, partners and attendees for making this event a success. Special thanks to Deloitte, EY, RSM, BDO and e2i for their support. We look forward to continuing to connect, learn and shape the future of finance together at upcoming CPA Australia events.

Last chance to save up to 20%* on professional development in the mid-year sale.Explore 250+ learning options from CPA A...
15/07/2026

Last chance to save up to 20%* on professional development in the mid-year sale.

Explore 250+ learning options from CPA Australia and selected learning partners and build in-demand skills across AI, data analytics, leadership, ethics and more.

Enrol now. Sale ends 11:59pm (AEST), 22 July 2026. 👉 https://bit.ly/4w63weF

* Terms and conditions apply.

Live today: Financial Reporting and Assurance Update for 30 June 2026Hear from CPA Australia’s Policy & Advocacy experts...
14/07/2026

Live today: Financial Reporting and Assurance Update for 30 June 2026

Hear from CPA Australia’s Policy & Advocacy experts Ram Subramanian and Tiffany Tan as they unpack significant judgement areas, emerging risks, ASIC’s FY2026–27 focus areas, and sustainability reporting and assurance developments.

📅 Today
🕛 12:00pm to 1:00pm AEST
🎓 1 CPD hour

Watch live 👉 https://bit.ly/3SAnKii

As private markets move to the centre of global investing, the conversation around their impact on Hong Kong’s asset man...
14/07/2026

As private markets move to the centre of global investing, the conversation around their impact on Hong Kong’s asset management industry has never been more relevant.

In view of the trend, we recently hosted an engaging discussion titled “Impact of Private Markets Investment for Hong Kong”, moderated by Mr Edwin Chan CPA (Aust.), Managing Director, Head of International, iDirect of iCapital, and Member of Financial Services Committee – Greater China of CPA Australia. Joining him were Mr Kent Chen, Managing Director, Neuberger Berman, and Ms Shirley Ma, Senior Portfolio Manager, Private Equity, APG Asset Management, who shared valuable insights on the trends reshaping investment strategies, investor expectations and talent demands across the asset management sector.

The discussion explored the growing role of private equity, private credit and infrastructure investments, the evolution of portfolio construction in a changing market environment, and Hong Kong’s enduring position as a gateway between global capital and opportunities across Asia.

Thank you to Edwin, Kent and Shirley for sharing their expertise, and to all attendees for contributing to a lively evening of discussion and networking. Stay tuned for more networking events in the second half of 2026.

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