ACCA (the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants) and PrimeGlobal have signed an agreement which sees them working together on several projects, including thought leadership, professional research and insights, and learning and development in areas of mutual interest and value for their members and communities.

The two organisations will work together to:

• support PrimeGlobal’s regional and virtual conferences with relevant ACCA research and other knowledge-based insights
• enrich ACCA global research and insights through the participation of PrimeGlobal and its member firms
• identify opportunities for PrimeGlobal representatives to speak at ACCA events
• assist PrimeGlobal member firms address talent-related challenges and needs
• augment professional and leadership development initiatives across PrimeGlobal member firms through the provision of relevant knowledge and learning from ACCA and its partners.

Helen Brand OBE, chief executive of ACCA says: ‘We’re all thrilled to have connected with PrimeGlobal formally through this MOU. And we’ve already started to reap the benefits of this agreement, with Steve Heathcote joining us for a global webinar recently about the road to recovery from Covid-19. Sharing our expertise is of immense value to our members and also the wider profession, especially during these turbulent times. All at ACCA look forward to delivering the projects, events and training we’re planning together.’

Steve Heathcote, chief executive of PrimeGlobal adds: ‘We are delighted to enter into a global partnership with the ACCA. ACCA is forward-looking and has excellent global research and insights, qualifications and training. In particular, they support the development of digital savvy professionals - exactly the skills and knowledge our members tell us say they need for the future. Our members are already leading the way in the adoption of EmTech. So I am really excited about the potential for us to combine forces to ensure finance professionals have the right toolbox for the future.’

The Covid-19: the path to recovery webinar is still available on demand and includes a focus on the financial and people strategies that organisations are using to respond to the global crisis. It is part of a series that explores the global business impacts of the health emergency, provides guidance on personal resilience, and explores options for accountants to contribute to the creation of more sustainable organisations and economies.

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Gorana Stojanovic

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gstojanovic@primeglobal.net

Helen Thompson

E: helen.thompson@accaglobal.com

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www.accaglobal.com

Notes to Editors

About ACCA: ACCA is the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants. We’re a thriving global community of 227,000 members and 544,000 future members based in 176 countries that upholds the highest professional and ethical values.

We believe that accountancy is a cornerstone profession of society that supports both public and private sectors. That’s why we’re committed to the development of a strong global accountancy profession and the many benefits that this brings to society and individuals.

Since 1904 being a force for public good has been embedded in our purpose. And because we’re a not-for-profit organisation, we build a sustainable global profession by re-investing our surplus to deliver member value and develop the profession for the next generation.

Through our world leading ACCA Qualification, we offer everyone everywhere the opportunity to experience a rewarding career in accountancy, finance and management. And using our respected research, we lead the profession by answering today’s questions and preparing us for tomorrow. Find out more about us at www.accaglobal.com

About PrimeGlobal: PrimeGlobal is among the strongest associations of independent accounting firms in the world, comprised of approximately 300 highly successful independent public accounting firms in 80 countries. PrimeGlobal provides its independent member firms with tools and resources to help them furnish superior accounting, auditing, tax and management services to clients around the globe. Through PrimeGlobal, independent member firms offer the strength and capabilities of a large, worldwide organization with technical depth and geographic reach impossible for a local firm alone. For more information about PrimeGlobal and the services it offers its independent member firms and their clients, visit the PrimeGlobal website at http://www.primeglobal.net and view our corporate video here.