News - SOCPA

05 Dec 2023

SOCPA Announces Two New Professional Certificates in Financial Fraud Examination and Public Sector Accounting

SOCPA has announced the launch of two professional certificates in the fields of Financial Fraud Examination and Public Sector Accounting Standards, as part of its ongoing efforts to promote integrity and transparency in regulatory bodies and various public and private sector institutions. The "Financial Fraud Examiner Certificate" aims to assess the competence of applicants seeking this certification by evaluating their theoretical knowledge and professional skills necessary for ex...

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04 Dec 2023

SOCPA Publishes the Names of New Accounting Technician Certificate Recipients

SOCPA is pleased to congratulate the holders of the Accounting Technician Certificate for the third cycle of 2023. We wish them continued success and prosperity in their professional careers.

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16 Nov 2023

SOCPA and KWAAA Sign MoU to Develop the Accounting and Auditing Profession

SOCPA has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Kuwait Accountants and Auditors Association (KWAAA) to explore cooperation in developing the accounting and auditing profession and related fields between Saudi Arabia and Kuwait. The MoU was signed by the CEO of SOCPA, Dr. Ahmed bin Abdullah Almeghames, and the Chairman of KWAAA, Mr. Sabah Mubarak Al-Jallawi. The MoU includes several areas of cooperation between SOCPA and KWAAA, most notably the exchange of expertise in organizing ...

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13 Nov 2023

SOCPA Participates in the Emerging Economies Group Meeting of the International Accounting Standards Board in South...

The Saudi Organization for Chartered and Professional Accountants (SOCPA), represented by the Accounting Standards Board, participated in the periodic meeting of the Emerging Economies Group of the International Accounting Standards Board (IASB), held from October 30-31, 2023, in South Africa. SOCPA was represented at the meeting by Board members Mr. Ali Al-Basri and Dr. Wafa Al-Nasrallah. The meeting discussed several IASB projects, including the Primary Financial Statements project, which aims...

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08 Nov 2023

SOCPA Participates in the Third Meeting of the Sustainability Standards Advisory Forum

The Saudi Organization for Chartered and Professional Accountants (SOCPA) participated in the third meeting of the Sustainability Standards Advisory Forum (SSAF) held on October 23, 2023, in Frankfurt, Germany. SOCPA was represented by Dr. Wafa Al-Nasrallah, a member of the SOCPA Accounting Standards Board. The meeting discussed key developments following the issuance of IFRS Sustainability Disclosure Standards 1 and 2, the international interest in these standards, and the potential for aligni...

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29 Oct 2023

SOCPA Organizes Remote Workshop on Sustainability and the Future of ESG Practices with Over 750 Participants

The Saudi Organization for Chartered and Professional Accountants (SOCPA) organized a remote workshop titled "The Future of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Practices" on Saturday, October 28, 2023. This workshop was part of SOCPA's efforts to enhance awareness and knowledge in sustainability reporting, focusing on the latest global practices and standards. The workshop was presented by Dr. Michael Willis, an Associate Professor and Director of the Executive Master'...

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