IPA GROUP AND THE NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF ACCOUNTING TECHNICIANS OF THE PHILIPPINES (NIAT) PARTNER FOR MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING

August 5, 2022

The IPA Group, and the National Institute of Accounting Technicians of the Philippines (NIAT) have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to promote the interests of its respective members and the accounting profession globally.'

“This MoU seeks to establish a bond between the two organisations through reciprocal recognition, membership and education pathways, which will provide opportunities for members in the region, and more broadly through the IPA Group globally,” IPA chief executive officer, Andrew Conway, says.

This MoU is also demonstrating our commitment to the Accounting Technician segment of our global membership, said Mr Conway.

The National Institute of Accounting Technicians is the largest bookkeeping institute in the Philippines representing over 30,000 accounting professionals.

“We are delighted that the NIAT Philippines will be entering into this formalised relationship with the IPA Group. It is clear that the IPA Group and NIAT Philippines are well aligned to ensure that our members continue to grow and develop, with a pathway and further educational options” says Henry Ong, NIAT Chief Executive,\

The agreement is part of IPA’s broader effort to increase the visibility and support for the accounting profession in Southeast Asia.