Professional Code of Conduct

Ethical & Lawful
I will act with honesty, ethics and integrity, and abide by all relevant laws and regulations. I will not act in ways that would bring the profession into disrepute, or breach public trust in the profession or the specific trust of my employer/client or stakeholders.

Client Duty of Care
I will use due care to understand the needs of my client before providing services. Meeting their needs will be my priority and I will safeguard their interests at all times. However, if doing so would require me to break the law or damage a third party, I would advise my client and agree an alternative course of action.

Confidentiality
All information obtained through my work belongs to my client. I will safeguard it, and keep it confidential. I will not disclose it, except if consent is given by its owner or where there is a legal or professional duty to disclose. I will not use it to the  advantage myself or someone else without the owner’s consent.

Objective and Independent
I will be objective, impartial and free from any conflict of interest when performing my professional duties. If a conflict of interest does arise between two or more clients, I will disclose this and explain it.

Competent
I will only accept work that I believe I am competent to perform. I will be aware of my own limitations and not knowingly imply I have competence or qualifications which I do not have. Where advisable, I will seek advice or help from appropriately qualified others.

Improvement and Development
I will actively look for opportunities to be more efficient and effective. I will keep my knowledge and skills up to date and keep myself informed of new developments, technologies, practices and standards relevant to my work.

Professional Image
I will aim to extend public knowledge and appreciation of the profession of book keeping. I will not act in ways that may detract from the reputation of the profession.