Jakarta: The Institute of Indonesia Chartered Accountants (IAI) and the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) have announced a renewed collaboration aimed at enhancing the accountancy profession in Indonesia and across the ASEAN region. This partnership underscores a shared commitment to sustainable growth and professional development through high-quality sustainability reporting and digital transformation.
The renewed collaboration was highlighted during a visit by ACCA’s Director for Asia Pacific, Pulkit Abrol, to Jakarta where he spoke at the IAI Conference. Abrol emphasized the importance of sustainability reporting in unlocking new opportunities for organizations and economies.
Both IAI and ACCA are part of the International Federation of Accountants, sharing core values of integrity, transparency, and continuous learning. They are exploring opportunities to enhance member recognition and build upon the existing ACCA-IAI Strategic Pathway, which helps Chartered Accountant (CA) Indonesia holders meet ACCA membership requirements.
The collaboration will focus on areas such as professional education, talent development, and sustainability, with an aim to foster greater regional cooperation. The ACCA recognizes the strategic role of IAI in setting financial reporting standards and supports the CA Indonesia qualification as a cornerstone of the profession.
Regionally, the partnership extends through the ASEAN Federation of Accountants, where IAI plays a key role. Both organizations advocate for ASEAN integration and alignment with international standards to boost professional mobility across the region.
Elly Zarni Husin, Executive Director of IAI, expressed appreciation for ACCA’s recognition of IAI’s leadership in Indonesia, emphasizing their joint commitment to enhancing the competence and global competitiveness of their members.
Pulkit Abrol highlighted the potential of combining IAI’s leadership with ACCA’s global reach to equip a new generation of professionals with essential skills for inclusive growth.