Overview

• The Hong Kong Institute of Certified Public Accountants (the Institute) is the statutory body responsible for the professional training and development of certified public accountants in Hong Kong. The Institute is also the standard setter of the local accounting industry.
• The Institute has around 48,000 members and around 12,000 registered students.
• Members of the Institute are entitled to the description "certified public accountant" and to the designation CPA.

The Institute evolved from the Hong Kong Society of Accountants, which was established on 1 January 1973 by the Professional Accountants Ordinance.   

Vision, Mission and Values

Our vision, mission and values guide our work at the Institute.

Vision

A world class professional body that influences the future of the global profession and serves the business community and public interest of Hong Kong 

Mission

A financially-and business-attuned accountancy profession that participates in the development of the country and contributes to the sustainable development of Hong Kong as a leading international business and financial centre. Nurture a valued and respected community for members and equip them with trusted and relevant capabilities and skills.

Values

Professionalism, innovation, collaboration, integrity, quality and agility

Roles

The Institute is a statutory organization responsible for the registration of accountancy professionals in Hong Kong and has six key roles:

• Qualification and registration of accountants
• Standard setting
• Member support and development
• Promote best professional practices
• Upkeep the image and standing of the accountancy profession
• Safekeeping of our constitution, governance and organization

Our logo

The Institute's logo has been designed to reflect our rich heritage, mission and goals. The simple contemporary design signifies a bold optimism and readiness to embrace change. The four distinctive wings provide balance and symbolize the reaching of new heights of success. One of the wings of the logo is coloured the red of Hong Kong's bauhinia flag, representing our vital role as the guardian of Hong Kong's financial system.

The Institute in numbers

Information sheet

A quick overview of the Institute.