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Risk management and public practice: new standard
Date issued: 30 January 2012
In December 2011, the Accounting Professional and Ethical Standards Board released APES 325 Risk Management for Firms, requiring public practitioners to establish their “risk management framework” by 1 January 2013 (with earlier adoption permitted).

Professional and ethical standards
Date issued: 16 January 2012
Risk management for firms and revised APES 110
The Accounting Professional and Ethical Standards Board (APESB) has issued APES 325 Risk Management for Firms (PDF) and revised the definition of "public interest entity" in APES 110 Code of Ethics for Professional Accountants (PDF).

INTHEBLACK on twitter
Date issued: 28 November 2011
Follow INTHEBLACK on twitter and ensure you don’t miss a beat from CPA Australia's flagship publication. 

Supporting the growth of accounting and auditing in Vietnam
Date issued: 24 November 2011
Robert Thomason, Executive General Manager – Business Development, CPA Australia, recently visited Vietnam to present Recognised Employer Partner certificates to Deloitte, KPMG, Ernst & Young and PricewaterhouseCoopers.

Australasian Reporting Awards: entries closing soon
Date issued: 29 November 2011
Receive the recognition your annual report deserves by entering the 2012 Australasian Reporting Awards (ARA). CPA Australia is proud principal sponsor of the ARA awards, with the aim of improving the standard of financial reporting in Australia.

INTHEBLACK wants you
Date issued: 29 November 2011
INTHEBLACK is looking for CPA Australia members to share their experiences and expand on how the CPA designation has assisted them in their career. Members can share their experiences through the following three profiles.

Inaugural award for academics
Date issued: 21 November 2011
CPA Australia congratulates RMIT University and its Cooperative Education Program partners, who were awarded the inaugural CPA Australia and Business/Higher Education Round Table (B-HERT) Excellence in Accounting Teaching Collaboration Award on Thursday10 November. The award recognises partnerships between accounting departments in Australian universities and industry which foster excellence in teaching and improved graduate outcomes.

Code of ethics for accountants: submission
Date issued: 8 November 2011
The International Ethics Standards Board for Accountants (IESBA) has issued Exposure Draft Proposed Changes to the Code of Ethics for Professional Accountants Related to Provisions Addressing a Breach of a Requirement of the Code.

Jakarta office now open
Date issued: 7 November 2011
John Cahill FCPA, President, CPA Australia, officially opened CPA Australia’s first office in Indonesia on Monday 31 October.

Peter Wolnizer
Date issued: 17 October 2011
Professor Peter Wolnizer FCPA, CPA Australia's International Higher Education Adviser, has been appointed Chair of the International Accounting Education Standards Board (IAESB), effective from 1 January 2012. The IAESB promotes the adoption and implementation of the international education standards.

Ace your exams
Date issued: 14 October 2011
With most university exams fast-approaching, it’s time to take control and ensure that you are well prepared and ready to tackle any question without getting stressed and letting study take over your life.

CPA Program professional level – request for information
Date issued: 17 October 2011
CPA Australia seeks strategic partners that can share innovative solutions to the challenges of developing comprehensive learning materials and delivering nearly 60,000 exams across 300 locations in 65 countries.

Australian accounting standard-setting legend retires from IASB
Date issued: 10 October 2011  
On Wednesday 5 October, CPA Australia hosted a dinner along with the other Joint Accounting Bodies, to honour Warren McGregor FCPA’s contribution to international standard-setting, as he retires as a member of the International Accounting Standards Board (IASB). Warren is acknowledged worldwide for his contribution to the development of international accounting standards over three decades.

APESB calls for comment on APES GN 40
Date issued: 6 October 2011
The Accounting Professional and Ethical Standards Board (APESB) has issued an exposure draft on the proposed Guidance Note APES GN 40 Ethical Conflicts in the Workplace – Considerations for Members in Business, to assist accountants in business to address a range of ethical issues, including potential conflicts arising from responsibilities to employers, and preparation and reporting of information and financial interests.

Study tips – finding the right fit for you
Date issued: 3 October 2011 
Preparation is the key to success. Have you retained the information you’ve learnt throughout your course? Are you ready to pass that test? Are you on your way to acing your exams? These questions might sound daunting, but it you’ve established a successful study plan you have nothing to worry about.

Professional Qualifications Advisory Committee
Date issued: 3 October 2011
Nominations are being sought for CPA Australia's Professional Qualifications Advisory Committee.

Public Practice Advisory Committee
Date issued: 3 October 2011
Nominations are being sought for CPA Australia's Public Practice Advisory Committee.

Insurance and Professional Standards Council Scheme Advisory Committee
Date issued: 3 October 2011
Nominations are being sought for CPA Australia's Insurance and Professional Standards Council Scheme Advisory Committee.

CPA Australia's Disciplinary Panel
Date issued: 3 October 2011
Nominations are being sought from CPA Australia members for appointment to CPA Australia’s Disciplinary Panel.

Corporate Governance Principles and Recommendations
Date issued: 1 August 2011
The Australian Securities Exchange Corporate Governance Council, of which CPA Australia is a member, recently completed the review of the Corporate Governance Principles and Recommendations.

Job-search strategies for experienced workers
Date issued: 1 August 2011
One key to successful job hunting and career change for professionals with more than 20 years’ experience is a good resume.

Tax forum agenda shows promise, but bipartisan approach crucial
Date issued: 28 July 2011
Statement from CPA Australia CEO Alex Malley
CPA Australia welcomes the release today by the Australian Government of the discussion paper for October’s National Tax Forum.

Call for nominations: divisional and branch councils
Date issued: 29 July 2011
CPA Australia is seeking nominations for election to all divisional councils and to the Northern Territory, Europe and New Zealand branch councils. Council terms will be from 1 January 2012 to 31 December 2014.

Carbon price means business can plan with more certainty
Date issued: 10 July 2011
The Australian Government’s carbon price policy announced today provides business with some much needed certainty around which to plan for operating in a carbon-constrained future, CPA Australia has said.

Superannuation checklists and letters for 2010–11
CPA Australia’s checklists and client letters regarding superannuation are now available for the 2010¬–11 income year.

Australian Accounting Hall of Fame: nominations closing soon
Nominations are open for entry into the Australian Accounting Hall of Fame, which recognises accountants from academia and practice who have made significant and lasting contributions to accounting in Australia. Nominations close on Monday18 July.

CPA Congress is coming – save the dates
Date issued: 28 June 2011
As we celebrate our 125th anniversary, CPA Australia is bringing together more than a century of business insights and expertise at CPA Congress.

Peter Wolnizer receives OAM
Date issued: 28 June 2011
Peter Wolnizer, FCPA, CPA Australia's International Higher Education Adviser, has been awarded the Medal of the Order of Australia for services to higher education in business and economics as an academic and an administrator.

Assurance engagements on greenhouse gas statements
Date issued: 20 June 2011
The Joint Accounting Bodies have made a submission to the International Auditing and Assurance Standards Board on exposure draft ISAE 3410 Assurance Engagements on Greenhouse Gas Statements. The submission highlights:

Common breaches in compliance
Date issued: 6 June 2011
The results of CPA Australia’s assurance reviews show compliance deficiencies with particular auditing and professional standards.

Australian Accounting Hall of Fame: nominations open
Date issued: 3 June 2011
Nominations are open for entry into the Australian Accounting Hall of Fame, which recognises accountants from academia and practice who have made significant and lasting contributions to accounting in Australia.

Applications sought for appointment to CALDB
Date issued: 3 June 2011
Applications are sought from qualified members of CPA Australia for appointment to the Companies Auditors and Liquidators Disciplinary Board (CALDB). Candidates must reside in Australia and be eligible for appointment.

David Gomez FCPA appointed to CAMAC
Date issued: 3 June 2011
David Gomez FCPA has been appointed a member of the Corporations and Market Advisory Committee (CAMAC) effective Monday 23 May.

Acknowledging the achievements of Vietnamese accounting
Date issued: 3 June 2011 
Rob Thomason, Executive General Manager, Business Development, CPA Australia, attended the 20th anniversary of Vietnam independent auditing and the Third National Congress of the Vietnam Association of Certified Public Accountants. Mr Thomason attended the events to support the growth of accounting in Vietnam.

Is Standard Business Reporting the answer?
Date issued: 3 June 2011 
CPA Australia is funding a research project at the University of New South Wales to evaluate the effectiveness of Standard Business Reporting (SBR) as a measure to reduce the business tax compliance burden in Australia.

Joint Accounting Bodies – concerns about CP 150
Date issued: 23 May 2011
The Joint Accounting Bodies have lodged their submission regarding the Australian Securities and Investment Commission’s (ASIC) Consultation Paper CP 150 Disclosing financial information other than in accordance with accounting standards.

Become a CPA Australia quality assurance reviewer
Date issued: 23 May 2011
Applications from experienced public practitioners who wish to become reviewers for
CPA Australia’s Quality Assurance Review Program are now being accepted.

Maximise your skills and make the employment wish list
Date issued: 23 May 2011
The Hays Quarterly Report for April 2011 shows a number of ‘hotspots’ in the accounting market particularly with leadership and project management skills. Also making the list are:

New standard on additional disclosures introduced
te issued: 23 May 2011
The Australian Accounting Standards Board (AASB) has issued AASB 105 Australian Additional Disclosures, which completes the convergence work on accounting standards for publicly accountable for-profit Australian and New Zealand entities.

Financial reporting update
Date issued: 9 May 2011
Discussion continues on the need for International Financial Reporting Standards to provide further concession for small-to-medium enterprises and public sector entities.

Auditing – proposed changes
Date issued: 9 May 2011
The Auditing and Assurance Standards Board and International Auditing and Assurance Standards Board are continuing their review of auditing guidance, in particular for not-for-profit entities and assurance engagements.

Professional indemnity insurance cover reminder
Date issued: 9 May 2011
As previously advised by the Tax Practitioners Board (TPB), all registered tax and BAS agents must, from Friday 1 July, have professional indemnity insurance cover that meets the TPB’s minimum requirements.

Forget race to surplus and think long-term
Date issued: 5 May 2011
In the lead up to the 2011–12 Australian Federal Budget being announced, CPA Australia stated that the Budget must

Access fact sheets on APES standards
Date issued: 29 April 2011
CPA Australia has developed five new fact sheets about APES standards that provide an outline of the standards’ objective, scope, application and the main responsibilities the standards require of members.

Joint submissions on IASB and IFAC proposals
Date issued: 15 April 2011
The Joint Accounting Bodies have made submissions on the International Accounting Standards Board’s (IASB) offsetting proposals and the International Federation of Accountants’ (IFAC) public interest proposals.

CPA Australia appoints International Higher Education Adviser
Date issued: 15 April 2011
CPA Australia has appointed the University of Sydney’s freshly-retired Dean of the Faculty of Economics and Business, Professor Peter Wolnizer, to the role of International Higher Education Adviser. The appointment is part of the organisation’s ongoing commitment to advance the education sector and maintain Australia’s significant position in a global market.

Future career trends for accountants
Date issued: 14 April 2011
Sustainable development will be one of the critical drivers of business over the next decade. As a result, a high demand for accountants who can help businesses respond to environmental, social and governance issues is likely.

News from the AASB and APESB
Date issued: 11 April 2011
Access the latest news and recently issued items from the Australian Accounting Standards Board (AASB) and the Accounting Professional & Ethical Standards Board (APESB), including revised statements, a guidance statement and call for comment.

Joint Accounting Bodies: auditing and reporting submissions
Date issued: 11 April 2011
The Joint Accounting Bodies – CPA Australia, the Institute of Chartered Accountants and the National Institute of Accountants – have recently made submissions on a variety of auditing and reporting topics.

CPA Australia annual and sustainability report released
Date issued: 11 April 2011
The CPA Australia annual report 2010 is now available to view. The report summarises the organisation's many milestones over the past 12 months and includes success stories from members; CPA Australia’s planned direction for the future; and details of financial results.

New standard: APES 310 Dealing with Client Monies
Date issued: 8 April 2011
The Accounting Professional & Ethical Standards Board (APESB) has issued a new standard APES 310 Dealing with Client Monies that becomes effective from Friday 1 July, with early adoption allowed. It replaces APS 10 Trust Accounts and the associated guidance note GN 3 Operation of Trust Accounts.

Service Industries Blueprint highlights sector’s importance
Date issued: 1 April 2011
The service sector’s key contribution to Australia’s ongoing economic health is laid out in an important document released today, CPA Australia has said.

2011 Notice of Annual General Meeting
Date issued: 1 April 2011
Members are invited to attend CPA Australia's 2011 Annual General Meeting (AGM) being held on Thursday 28 April in Melbourne.

Government must reconsider superannuation caps
Date issued: 28 March 2011
CPA Australia believes current superannuation contribution limits are too low and inflexible and need to be restored to their previous limits.

CPA Australia Board of Directors: applications open
Date issued: 25 March 2011
The terms for six of CPA Australia's current directors, including one external director (non-member or non-employee), end on Friday 30 September.

What makes a successful finance leader?
Date issued: 24 March 2011
Today's business leaders require a broader skill set encompassing people management, negotiation and communication, flexibility, planning, risk management and a strong global and domestic perspective.

When to issue engagement letters
Engagement letter requirements can be confusing, particularly knowing when the letters should be issued. Clarification can be found in APES 305 Terms of Engagement, which outlines the requirements.

AASB calls for comment
Date issued: 21 March 2011
The Australian Accounting Standards Board (AASB) has called for public comments on exposure draft ED 211 Proposed Amendments to AASB 1049 and Tier 2 Supplement to ED 208 Hedge Accounting.

Tier 2 amendments to AASB 7 Financial Instruments
Date issued: 21 March 2011
The Joint Accounting Bodies have made a submission to the Australian Accounting Standards Board (AASB) on exposure draft ED 207 Amendments to AASB 7: Tier 2.

Making your practice succession ready
Date issued: 21 March 2011
CPA Australia has updated Succession planning pathways for CPA public practitioners to help public practitioners who are faced with the prospect of managing a practice for succession.

Access high quality programs at preferential rates 
Date issued: 21 March 2011
CPA Australia members now have access to a selection of programs at preferential rates. CPA Australia has developed alliances with the Australian Institute of Company Directors, the University of Melbourne and KPMG to provide members with access to a selection of well regarded directorship and treasury management programs.

AUSTRAC external auditor registration: applications open
Date issued: 21 March 2011
AUSTRAC has published a new policy on authorised external auditors pursuant to the Anti-Money Laundering and Counter-Terrorism Financing Act 2006 (AML/CTF Act).

INTHEBLACK wants you
Date issued: 18 March 2011
INTHEBLACK is looking for CPA Australia members to share their experiences and expand on how the CPA designation has assisted them in their career. Members can share their experiences through the following three profiles.

MoneySmart website an important consumer initiative
Date issued: 15 March 2011
A new Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) website is an important tool for improving general financial literacy, CPA Australia has said.

Senior banker honoured
Date issued: 10 March 2011
Tan Sri Tay Ah Lek, a senior banker in the financial services industry with over 49 years experience, has been admitted as an honorary member of CPA Australia for his record of significant contributions and dedication to the banking and finance industry.

Celebrating women in business
Date issued: 9 March 2011
International Women’s Day celebrated its centenary event on Tuesday 8 March. To mark the occasion, CPA Australia acknowledges the contribution women make to the accounting, business and finance profession.

Get the advantage: new advertising campaign
Date issued: 7 March 2011
March 2011 sees the launch of CPA Australia’s new advertising campaign.
The campaign focuses on the advantage for students, graduates and young professionals to undertake the CPA Program as well as the edge the program gives accounting professionals throughout their careers.

Trust account reminder
Date issued: 7 March 2011
If you held trust monies in the period between 1 April 2010 and 31 March 2011, under APS 10 Trust Accounts you should have your trust account and trust account records audited within 90 days or such other date as determined by state or territory legislation.

Financial Planning Specialisation exam – enrolments now open
Date issued: 4 March 2011
The CPA Australia Financial Planning Specialisation – CPA (FPS) – distinguishes members who specialise in financial planning.