Category: Events

The Kampuchea Institute of Certified Public Accountants and Auditors (KICPAA), with the support of D A S & Partners Co., LTD, successfully conducted a Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Webinar on the topic “Financial Statement Preparation and Review” on Friday, 28 August 2026, from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM via Zoom Meeting.

The webinar featured an insightful presentation by Mr. Rous Vannara, Managing Director of D A S & Partners Co., LTD, who shared expertise on:

•  Understand the overall financial statement preparation and review process under Cambodia accounting practices and applicable accounting standards.
• Improve the quality, accuracy, and consistency of financial statement preparation.
• Identify common errors, review points, and compliance risks in financial statements.
• Strengthen practical review skills for working papers, disclosures, and supporting schedules.
• Understand key responsibilities between preparers and reviewers within accounting and audit firms.

The webinar attracted 694 participants, including KICPAA members, accountants, finance managers, auditors, business owners, university graduates, and trainees pursuing an accounting career

This CPD activity reflects KICPAA’s continued commitment to supporting professional accountants by providing practical learning opportunities that enhance technical knowledge and strengthen professional competencies, and keep members up to date with the latest digital developments.

KICPAA would like to express its sincere appreciation to Mr. Rous Vannara for sharing his valuable expertise and to all participants for their active engagement in making this webinar a highly successful learning experience.

The Kampuchea Institute of Certified Public Accountants and Auditors (KICPAA) successfully conducted a workshop on “Audit Practice Manual” on Tuesday & Wednesday, 18–19 August 2026, from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM at Himawari Hotel Apartments.

The workshop featured an insightful presentation by Mr. Neou Remy, CEO of NEOU Audit and Advisory Co., Ltd who provided insights into technical guidance with practical case studies and interactive discussions that support effective audit execution.

During the session, participants gained knowledge on:

•  Introduction to Audit Practice Manual
• Auditing standards and compliance requirements
• Audit process (planning, execution, completion, and reporting)
• Documentation and working papers
•  Audit quality control and internal review
• Practical case studies
• Addressing practical challenges through an interactive Q&A session

The workshop attracted 46 participants, including KICPAA Members, audit staff, accounting and finance staff, internal auditors, professionals involved in financial audit, and other interested parties.

This CPD activity reflects KICPAA’s continued commitment to supporting professional accountants and auditors by providing practical learning opportunities that enhance technical knowledge and strengthen professional competencies, and keep members up to date with the latest regulatory and digital developments.

KICPAA would like to express its sincere appreciation to Mr. Neou Remy for sharing his valuable expertise and to all participants for their active engagement in making this workshop a meaningful and successful learning session.

The Kampuchea Institute of Certified Public Accountants and Auditors (KICPAA), in collaboration with Securities and Exchange Regulator of Cambodia (SERC), successfully conducted a webinar on the topic “Update on the accreditation of firm providing auditing service with Securities and Exchange Regulator of Cambodia” on Friday, 14 August 2026, from 9:30 AM to 11:00 AM via Zoom Meeting.

The webinar featured an insightful presentation by Mr. Tann Channtara, Deputy Director of Securities Issuance Supervision Department of the Securities and Exchange Regulator of Cambodia, who shared valuable expertise on the latest SERC requirements is essential for firms seeking to provide or continue providing audit services within Cambodia’s securities sector.

During the session, participants gained valuable knowledge on:

•  Understand the legal and regulatory framework governing accounting and auditing in Cambodia’s securities market.
• Navigate the accreditation requirements for audit firms and external auditors seeking recognition by the SERC.
• Strengthen your understanding of auditors’ roles, responsibilities, obligations
•  Addressing practical challenges through an interactive Q&A session

The webinar attracted 253 participants, including KICPAA members, partners, and directors, audit managers, compliance officers, internal auditors, students, and professionals interested in regulatory compliance.

This CPD activity reflects KICPAA’s continued commitment to supporting professional accountants by providing practical learning opportunities that enhance technical knowledge and strengthen professional competencies, and keep members up to date with the latest regulatory and digital developments.

KICPAA would like to express its sincere appreciation to Mr. Tann Channtara for sharing his valuable expertise and to all participants for their active engagement in making this webinar a meaningful and successful learning session.

On the afternoon of 6 August 2026, the Kampuchea Institute of Certified Public Accountants and Auditors (KICPAA) conducted a Training of Trainers (TOT) on “Instruction on Teaching the Accounting Technician Qualification (ATQ) Program” for lecturers at Asia Euro University (AEU).

The purpose of this training was to increase the pass rate of students and to jointly develop new learning and teaching methods for the accounting and auditing profession. Mr. Chea Thourn, Deputy CEO of KICPAA, was a trainer of this event and presented​ on:

1. Overview of KICPAA and Updates in the Accounting and Auditing Sector

2. Accounting Technician Qualification (ATQ) Curriculum

3. Learning and Teaching Methods in the ATQ Program

4. Guidance on Accessing the ATQ learning resources through the KICPAA website and KICPAA app

The training concluded at​ 5:00 PM on the same day with a very fruitful and​ active engagement from lecturers.

On August 5, 2026, the Kampuchea Institute of Certified Public Accountants and Auditors (KICPAA) organized the Third Induction Course at the KICPAA Meeting Room for 12 new members in 2026. The purpose of this training is to introduce the understanding of the Institute, its membership, and obligations, the Continuing Professional Development (CPD) policy, Accounting Technician Qualification (ATQ) program to members, membership system, and especially to congratulate the new members. As a result of this training, all the new members who participated were proud to be members of KICPAA and committed to participate in additional self-development on a regular basis with various training courses organized by KICPAA. The program ended with fruitfulness, joy, and networking.

The Kampuchea Institute of Certified Public Accountants and Auditors (KICPAA), with the support of Institute of Finance and Accounting (IFA), successfully conducted a webinar on the topic “AI Adoption and Implementation Framework for Organizations” on Friday, 31 July 2026, from 9:00 AM to 10:10 AM via Zoom Meeting.

The webinar featured an insightful presentation by Mr. Thear Sophal, Researcher and Lecturer of IFA & Cambodia Academy of Digital Technology (CADT), who shared practical guidance on implementing AI initiatives that drive operational efficiency, innovation, and sustainable business transformation.

During the session, participants gained valuable knowledge on:

• Understand the fundamentals of AI and the latest trends shaping organizational transformation.
• Assess your organization’s readiness and apply a structured framework for AI adoption and implementation.
• Identify key success factors, implementation challenges, and practical strategies through real-world case studies.
• Addressing practical challenges through an interactive Q&A session.

The webinar attracted​ 390 participants, including KICPAA members, organizational leaders, managers, digital transformation teams, IT professionals, data analysts, business professionals, entrepreneurs, and individuals interested in adopting AI within their organization.

This webinar reflects KICPAA’s continued commitment to supporting professional accountants by providing practical learning opportunities that enhance technical knowledge and strengthen professional competencies, and keep members up to date with the latest regulatory and digital developments.

KICPAA would like to express its sincere appreciation to Mr. Thear Sophal for sharing his valuable expertise and to all participants for their active engagement in making this webinar a meaningful and successful learning session.

On the morning of Tuesday, July 28, 2026, at​ ACLEDA​ University of Business (AUB), Mrs. Savuth Daly, Chief Executive Officer of the Kampuchea Institute of Certified Public Accountants and Auditors (KICPAA), presided over the workshop on the topic “Promoting the Accounting and Auditing Sector.” The event was held under the presidency of Mrs. Nean Bony, Deputy Director General of the Accounting and Auditing Regulator (ACAR), representing H.E. Bou Tharin, Director General of ACAR. It was also attended by Dr. Phon Narin, President of ACLEDA University of Business (AUB), professors, teachers, and approximately​ 120 students.

This workshop was organized to raise awareness of the accounting and auditing sector in Cambodia, as well as to disseminate the importance of the accounting and auditing profession and career development opportunities for students. The workshop provided knowledge on:

1. Overview of the accounting and auditing sector in Cambodia

2. The accounting and auditing profession

3. Accounting Technician Qualification (ATQ) Program

4. Promoting accounting compliance to support the development of the accounting and auditing sector with quality, transparency, and trust.

Additionally, Mr. Chea Thourn, Deputy CEO of KICPAA, attended the event as a guest speaker to provide an orientation on the “Accounting Technician Qualification (ATQ) Program.” The presentation aimed to enhance students’ understanding of the importance of the accounting and auditing profession and to encourage them to build their professional capacity through training programs, thereby contributing to human resource development and making the accounting and auditing sector in Cambodia stronger and more sustainable.

The event concluded at 11:40 a.m. on the same day in a fruitful and friendly atmosphere, providing students with valuable insights into professional accounting qualifications and career development opportunities in the accounting profession.

On July 27, 2026, the Kampuchea Institute of Certified Public Accountants and Auditors (KICPAA) organized the Second Induction Course at the KICPAA Meeting Room for 11 new members in 2026. The purpose of this training is to introduce the understanding of the Institute, its membership, and obligations, the Continuing Professional Development (CPD) policy, Accounting Technician Qualification (ATQ) program to members, membership system, and especially to congratulate the new members. As a result of this training, all the new members who participated were proud to be members of KICPAA and committed to participate in additional self-development on a regular basis with various training courses organized by KICPAA. The program ended with fruitfulness, joy, and networking.

On the morning of 25 July 2026, the Kampuchea Institute of Certified Public Accountants and Auditors (KICPAA), in collaboration with the Institute of Finance and Accounting (IFA), organized Career Day 2026 under the theme “Connecting Students with Industry Opportunities” at the Institute of Finance and Accounting (IFA), Phnom Penh. The event was held under the presidency of Mrs. Savuth Daly, Chief Executive Officer of KICPAA and Mr. Bun Sundrong, President of IFA, and was attended by KICPAA’s management team, representatives from accounting and auditing firms, banks, lecturers, and students.

During the event, students gained valuable insights into the importance of developing professional competencies and preparing for the evolving job market. They were encouraged to continuously strengthen their knowledge, professional competencies, and ethical values to enhance their career readiness. The event also featured a presentation on the Career Support System (CSS), a platform that connects students with internship and employment opportunities offered by KICPAA’s firm members. This was followed by a panel discussion on the topic “Careers in the Accounting and Auditing Sector,” with professionals from VSD Audit and Assurance Co., Ltd., Localize Tech Solution, and Your Guiding Star Accounting Co., Ltd. sharing their work experiences, insights into the skills and competencies required by employers, and guidance on preparing for successful careers in the profession. Students also visited the career exhibition booths of participating firms, where they received information on internship and employment opportunities. The event provided students with valuable opportunities to interact directly with employers, gain insights into labor market demands, and expand their professional networks.

As a result, the event made a significant contribution to connecting students with career opportunities, encouraging them to prepare for their future​ careers, and strengthening collaboration among the Kampuchea Institute of Certified Public Accountants and Auditors (KICPAA), Institute of finance and Accounting (IFA), and KICPAA’s firm members in developing high-quality human resources for Cambodia’s accounting and auditing sector.

The event concluded successfully at 3:00 p.m. on the same day in a fruitful and friendly atmosphere,​ providing valuable opportunities for students and participating firms to build stronger connections and explore career opportunities.

On July 24, 2026, the Kampuchea Institute of Certified Public Accountants and Auditors (KICPAA) organized the First Induction Course at the KICPAA Meeting Room for 11 new members in 2026. The purpose of this training is to introduce the understanding of the Institute, its membership, and obligations, the Continuing Professional Development (CPD) policy, Accounting Technician Qualification (ATQ) program to members, Membership system and especially to congratulate the new members. As a result of this training, all the new members who participated were proud to be members of KICPAA and committed to participate in additional self-development on a regular basis with various training courses organized by KICPAA. The program ended with fruitfulness, joy, and networking.

The Kampuchea Institute of Certified Public Accountants and Auditors (KICPAA), with the support of Institute of Finance and Accounting (IFA), successfully conducted a Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Webinar on the topic “Financial Dashboard Report with Excel” on Friday, 24 July 2026, from 9:00 AM to 11:30 AM via Zoom Meeting.

The webinar featured an insightful presentation by Mr. Ban Sethy, Senior Lecturer in Accounting, Finance and Data Analytics of IFA, who shared practical insights on dashboard development, financial data visualization, KPI tracking, and reporting automation using Excel.

During the session, participants gained valuable knowledge on:

• Understand how to build professional Financial Dashboards in Excel
• Strengthen skills in financial data analysis and visualization
• Understand the practical applications of Power Query, Slicers, and Conditional Formatting
• Enhance KPI monitoring and support strategic business decision-making
• Address practical challenges through an interactive Q&A session.

The webinar attracted 590 participants, including KICPAA members, accounting and finance professionals, finance managers and analysts, business owners, entry-level data analysts, and sales and operations managers, and individuals seeking to improve work efficiency.

This CPD activity reflects KICPAA’s continued commitment to supporting professional accountants by providing practical learning opportunities that enhance technical knowledge and strengthen professional competencies, and keep members up to date with the latest regulatory and digital developments.

KICPAA would like to express its sincere appreciation to Mr. Ban Sethy for sharing his valuable expertise and to all participants for their active engagement in making this webinar a meaningful and successful learning session.

On the afternoon of 17 July 2026, the Kampuchea Institute of Certified Public Accountants and Auditors (KICPAA) conducted a Training of Trainers (TOT) on “Instruction on Teaching the Accounting Technician Qualification (ATQ) Program” for lecturers at the University of Heng Samrin Thbongkhmum.

The purpose of this training was to increase the pass rate of students and to jointly develop new learning and teaching methods of the accounting and auditing profession. Mr. Chea Thourn, Deputy CEO of KICPAA, was a trainer of this event and presented​ on:

• Overview of KICPAA and Updates in the Accounting and Auditing Sector
• Accounting Technician Qualification (ATQ) Curriculum
• Learning and Teaching Methods in the ATQ Program
• Guidance on Accessing the ATQ learning resources through the KICPAA Website and KICPAA App

The course ended at​ 5:00 PM on the same day with a very fruitful and happy moment.

On the morning of 17 July 2026, the Kampuchea Institute of Certified Public Accountants and Auditors (KICPAA), in collaboration with the University of Heng Samrin Thbongkhmum (UHST), organized a Student Orientation on “Promoting the Accounting and Finance Profession” for lecturers, students, and high school students from four schools, including Hun Sen Ou Reang Ov High School, Hun Sen CharThmey High School, Techo Sen Thbongkhmum High School, and Hun Sen Khnar High School, with approximately 200 participants at the University of Heng Samrin Thbongkhmum. The orientation was presided over by Assoc. Prof. Dr. Pin Tara, Vice Rector of UHST, and attended by Mr. Chea Thourn, Deputy CEO of KICPAA, as the honored speaker, who delivered a presentation on:

• Introduced students to the fields of accounting, auditing, and finance, including their roles and importance in supporting business operations and economic development.
• Explained the benefits of pursuing accounting and finance majors, including the knowledge, technical skills, and professional competencies students can develop for their future careers.
• Shared insights into various career opportunities available in the accounting and finance professions, helping students understand potential career pathways after graduation.
• Provided an overview of employment opportunities in different sectors, including accounting firms, auditing firms, financial institutions, private companies, and other organizations.
• Enhanced students’ understanding of the value and opportunities within the accounting and finance profession, encouraging them to consider these fields as their future areas of study and career development.

The event concluded at 12:00 p.m. on the same day in a fruitful and friendly​atmosphere, providing students with valuable insights into professional accounting qualifications and career development opportunities in the accounting profession.

On the morning of Thursday 16, July 2026, the Kampuchea Institute of Certified Public Accountants and Auditors (KICPAA) was pleased to sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Localize Tech Solution Co., Ltd to strengthen collaboration in digital accounting system promotion, capacity building, and professional development, supporting the digital transformation and modernization of Cambodia’s accounting and auditing profession.

The MoU was signed between:

• Mrs. Savuth Daly, Chief Executive Officer of KICPAA
• Mr. Tuy Hong, Managing Director of Localize Tech Solution Co., Ltd

This collaboration reflects the shared commitment of both parties to promoting digital accounting knowledge, practical accounting system implementation, professional capacity development, and knowledge sharing to enhance the readiness for the digital economy.

Under this partnership, both parties will collaborate on:

• Organizing webinars, seminars, and knowledge-sharing activities on digital accounting systems, accounting technology, digital transformation, and professional development.
• Conducting training programs and workshops on accounting digitalization and practical business solutions.
• Joint research and development initiatives related to digital readiness and the future of Cambodia’s accounting profession.

KICPAA sincerely appreciates its collaboration with Localize Tech Solution Co., Ltd and looks forward to strengthening this long-term partnership to further advance Cambodia’s accounting and auditing profession in the digital era.

The Kampuchea Institute of Certified Public Accountants and Auditors (KICPAA), with the support of PKF Covenant Co., Ltd., successfully conducted a Webinar on the topic “Impairment of Assets and Financial Instruments” on Friday, 17 July 2026, from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM via Zoom Meeting.

The webinar featured an insightful presentation by Mrs. Marilyn Ngu, Audit Partner, PKF Covenant Co. Ltd, and Ms. Puvaneswary Naidu Nyahnan, Audit Partner, PKF Malaysia, who shared practical insights into the application of IFRS 36 Impairment of Assets and the IFRS 9 Expected Credit Loss (ECL) Model.

During the session, participants gained valuable knowledge on:

·      Master the key principles and practical application of IAS 36 Impairment of Assets.

·      Understand the IFRS 9 Expected Credit Loss (ECL) Model, including measurement and recognition requirements.

·      Apply impairment requirements confidently through practical examples, case studies, and common implementation scenarios.

·      Addressing practical challenges through an interactive Q&A session

The webinar attracted 500 participants, including KICPAA members, finance managers, accountants and financial controllers, auditors, CFOs and finance leaders, financial reporting professionals, and anyone interested in the topic.

This CPD activity reflects KICPAA’s continued commitment to supporting professional accountants by providing practical learning opportunities that enhance technical knowledge and strengthen professional competencies, and keep members up to date with the latest regulatory and digital developments.

KICPAA would like to express its sincere appreciation to Mrs. Marilyn Ngu and Ms. Puvaneswary Naidu Nyahnan for sharing their valuable expertise and to all participants for their active engagement in making this webinar a meaningful and successful learning session.