Sandile Mnguni CA(SA) believes the public sector is a great place to work for anyone who has a passion and interest in society and how communities develop and live together. Chartered accountants working in the public sector help to shape public spending at local, provincial and national level, ensuring that taxpayers are receiving value for…
Details‘One thing I learned is the fact that tomorrow is not guaranteed, and therefore I decided to take a leap of faith and pursue this dream,’ says Tumelo Makgakga CA(SA) RA. Starting his own practice had been a dormant dream in Tumelo Makgakga CA(SA)’s heart for a long time. But lockdown gave him a good…
DetailsYou do not necessarily need to be a top student at school or at the beginning of your studies at university to progress from there to become a lecturer. Indeed, with the Thuthuka bursary team behind you, as well as the support of family and teachers, even those who start out as ‘average’ learners can…
DetailsRetired, enjoying life with his wife Kalpana and four children, and sharing his experiences − this is Dr Suresh Kana, reputed ethical leader in our profession. Those who know Suresh are proud of his contributions through the pivotal roles in his career: PwC SA CEO and PwC Africa senior partner, chair of SAICA, non-executive chair…
DetailsIt is not about change anymore; it is about audit transformation. Relevant technologies are changing rapidly and therefore capability requirements cannot be set in stone. As such, we cannot focus on just the acquisition of the latest technologies, we must focus on the auditor having the right skill set to embrace the changing technologies. Amé…
DetailsA true example of resilience and integrity, former Trillian Financial Advisory CEO Mosilo Mothepu had to sacrifice not only her job, her security and her peace of mind, but also had to endure immense trauma to do the right thing and blow the whistle on state capture. ‘My story is one of conviction, resilience and…
DetailsOver the past 15 years, Vincent Motholo has built a career marked by substantial development and success. As a qualified and experienced CA(SA) and registered auditor, Vincent is currently the chairperson of SAICA, having served on its audit and risk committee as an independent non-board member. He has also served on various other committees and…
DetailsBEING OTHER-CENTRED In one of the many books about great leaders and their qualities, The art of leadership, Donald Walters writes about lessons we could learn from George Washington. He gives one profoundly positive example showing that leading others isn’t about driving them, directing them, or coercing them, but about compelling them to join you…
DetailsBy adopting a principles-based code, SAICA requires all its members to apply professional judgement at all times to identify, evaluate and address threats to professional accountants’ compliance with the fundamental principles of ethics. These principles determine the standard of behaviour that the public can expect of members of the profession, and adhering to the code…
DetailsAlthough billions are spent every year preparing and auditing financial statements, many people question the relevance and usefulness of IFRS-compliant financial statements. In this article I interrogate two common reasons given for IFRS’ declining relevance, discuss two additional considerations, and make a few suggestions I love IFRS. I think it is amazing what one can…
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