CPA Ireland CEO Eamonn Siggins and CPA Ireland President Mark Gargan were in Vienna, Austria at the IFAC Council Meeting and completed the signing of the Mutual Recognition Agreement (MRA) with the South African Institute of Professional Accountants (SAIPA) on November 16th, 2023.
The Mutual Recognition Agreement builds on the strategic relationships between two leading accounting organizations and allows members to qualify for a second designation whilst also creating a platform for greater collaboration. These alliances are integral to the continued global recognition and career opportunities for our members.
Under the agreement, members in good standing of either body will be considered for membership by the other body and enjoy the benefits that both organizations can offer. Members wishing to practice public accounting will be required to meet the specific regulatory and legal requirements in each jurisdiction.
Find out more about the Mutual Recognition Agreement application process here.
Pictured at the signing:
Back row L-R: Eamonn Siggins, Chief Executive Officer, CPA Ireland; Faith Ngwenya, Managing Director Centre of Future Excellence, SAIPA; Shahied Daniels, Chief Executive Officer, SAIPA
Front row: L-R: Mark Gargan, President of CPA Ireland; Asmaa Resmouki, President of IFAC; Radha Gouri Govender, Chairperson, SAIPA
Back row L-R: Mark Gargan, President of CPA Ireland, CPA Ireland; Faith Ngwenya, Managing Director Centre of Future Excellence, SAIPA; Radha Gouri Govender, Chairperson, SAIPA
Front row: L-R: Eamonn Siggins, Chief Executive Officer, CPA Ireland; Asmaa Resmouki, President of IFAC; Shahied Daniels, Chief Executive Officer, SAIPA
