Issue no. 524 (11 December 2014)
 
  Dear members/member practices,  
     
 
 
 
 
  Council election results and
AGM this Friday
 

Click to see the seven members who have been elected to the new Council. The official results and the number of votes received by each candidate will be announced at the AGM on 12 Dec. (tomorrow), 5:30 p.m. at 27/F, Wu Chung House. All members are invited. The new president and vice presidents will be elected at a special meeting afterwards. Click here for AGM notice and annual report.


Annual dinner

On 8 Dec, nearly 600 members and guests came together to enjoy a fun-filled night at the annual dinner themed as "CPAs in the Fast Lane". Click to see the opening video and event photos.

 

Technical workshops

The technical workshops in February and March will continue to cover Audit Practice Manual application, quality control and trainings for audit manager and staff.


Reminders
Come to the seminar on 7 Jan. to learn more about the legal basis of professionals’ responsibilities on anti-money laundering. +
The seminar on 19 Jan. will give updates on the Companies Ordinance and relevant listing rules on connected transaction. +
The auditing standards refresher course will be held in January and February.

Business ethics forum

Hong Kong Securities and Investment Institute is organizing a business ethics forum – "Ethics and leadership" on 22 Jan. Institute members get special rate.

 
Reminders
Join the fitness training from January to April to maintain a healthy lifestyle.

Enrol in the elementary tennis training course starting in January to explore the fun of this popular sport.

Don't miss the New Year party co-organized by Dance Interest Group and Singing Interest Group on 11 Jan. at Tonno Club.

Last call to sign up for the Christmas party for young members on 18 Dec. at SHOW Club.

 
Institute comments on IESBA exposure draft
Click to see our comments on IESBA exposure draft of Proposed Changes to Certain Provisions of the Code Addressing the Long Association of Personnel with an Audit or Assurance Client.

Updates for applying HKFRS 15
BDO and Zhonghui Anda have published updates on the new revenue recognition standard.
 
Discount offers
Telford International - discounts on selected wines and festive items. +

The Hong Kong Academy for Performing Arts' Extension and Continuing Education for Life - 20% discount on its courses in spring term. +

 

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