History
AIA was founded in the UK in 1928 as a professional
accountancy body offering membership and recognition
to accountants throughout the world.
Recognition
AIA is a Recognised
Qualifying Body for statutory auditors under the
Companies Act 2006 by the UK Government, across the European Union under
the Mutual Recognition of Professional Qualifications
directive and as a Prescribed Body under the Companies
(Auditing and Accounting) Act 2003 in the Republic
of Ireland. AIA has supervisory status for its members in the Money Laundering Regulations 2007 and the AIA professional qualification is currently recognised
in over 30 countries worldwide.
Membership
Successful completion of the exams and three years
relevant work experience is required before full
membership is granted. AIA members are equipped
with the relevant skills to explore a wide range
of career options and are part of a growing network
of professionals who hold key positions in multinationals,
SMEs, private practice and the public sector across
the globe.
All AIA members must undertake Continuing Professional
Development, to ensure they are abreast with current
legislation and operating within best practice guidelines.
AIA members are subject to Disciplinary
Procedures and adhere to the International Federation
of Accountants
(IFAC) Code of Ethics. AIA is regulated by the Professional
Oversight Board, part of the UK’s Financial
Reporting Council, and the Irish Auditing and Accounting
Supervisory Authority (IAASA.)
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