AICPA & CIMA explore future collaboration with Saudi Organization for Chartered and Professional Accountants (SOCPA) to drive the development of accounting and finance profession

6 February 2023, Saudi Arabia – AICPA & CIMA, together as the Association of International Certified Professional Accountants, signed a letter of intent for future cooperation with Saudi Organization for Chartered and Professional Accountants (SOCPA) to explore mutual learning opportunities for their members and drive the development of the accounting and finance profession in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

Andrew Harding FCMA, CGMA, Chief Executive - Management Accounting at AICPA & CIMA, said, “We are delighted to strengthen our relationship with Saudi Organization of Chartered and Professional Accountants to help advance the skills, competencies and knowledge of accounting and finance professionals in Saudi Arabia. We are committed to providing them with the support they need to develop their careers and support their organisations to thrive in an uncertain business world.”

Dr Ahmad AlMeghames, CEO, Saudi Organization for Chartered and Professional Accountants, expressed, “The collaborative efforts between SOCPA and AICPA & CIMA will culminate in developing a number of important initiatives and exchanging experiences and expertise for the benefit of the profession. A strong professional relation with international accounting bodies will help shape the accounting and finance profession. I look forward to foster our collaborations with AICPA & CIMA to support the development of the accounting and finance profession in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia."