In this issue:
1) Employer in the spotlight   5) Other matters
2) Versatile AAT   6) Feature article
3) Examination matters   7) AAT hot jobs
4) Forthcoming activities   8) Event calendar
 
The accounting team is critical for the daily operations of a non-governmental organization (NGO) that manages numerous service units. This month’s featured employer, Ms L Y Chiang, talks to us about the challenges of managing finance in a large-scale public service provider, and how the AAT plays a role here.+
Although many accounting students dream about working for a large accounting and audit firm, some choose to serve a non-governmental organization (NGO). This is not only for socially-responsible reasons: career prospects and exposure to scalable community projects are also incentives. Accredited Accounting Technician Jessica Ho talks to us about how she has found success with her AAT qualification at a NGO. +

Examinations under New Qualification Framework
Candidates should check to ensure that all details contained in their Examination Entry Acknowledgements for the PBE and AAT Examination are correct. Please be aware of the notes and regulations for the PBE and the format & regulations for the AAT Examination June 2009 papers.

Examinable Accounting & Financial Reporting and Auditing Standards in the June 2009 Examination
Candidates taking Paper I – PBE Financial accounting and Paper III – PBE Auditing and information system should note the list of standards applicable to the forthcoming examination.

Candidates taking AAT Examination Paper 7 – Financial Accounting and Paper 8 – Principles of Auditing and Management Information Systems should note the list of standards applicable to the forthcoming examination.

Examination Timetable for 2009
Click to check the PBE and AAT Examination timetables June 2009.

Top students
Congratulations to the Top Students of PBE and ATE in the Dec 2008 Session Examinations. Their prizes were presented at the Award Presentation Ceremony on 26 March 2009. Click on their names to find out the secrets of their success.
 
PBE top students  
Paper I –
Financial Reporting

Cheng Chi Hong
Job title: Staff Accountant
Company: ARA & Associates, CPA

Mr. Cheng graduated with a Diploma (Advanced Level) in Accounting Studies from the YMCA College of Continuing Education.
Paper II –
Management Accounting & Paper III – Financial Management

Yuen Man Chun
Mr. Yuen graduated with a Bachelor of Engineering in Civil and Structural Engineering from the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology.
Paper IV – Legal Environment

Chan Wai Fong, Amy
Job title: Accountant – Audit
Company: Eric Y. K. Fung & Co

Miss Chan graduated with an Honours Diploma in Biology from the Hong Kong Baptist University.

ATE top students  
Paper 1 -
Financial Accounting
Lo Hoi Yan
Miss Lo is a Form 7 student at Hang Seng School of Commerce.
Paper 2 -
Business Communication

Lam Pui Yi
Job title: Trainee
Company: Ogilvy & Mather Marketing Company Ltd.

Miss Lam graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Banking and Finance from the University of London.
Paper 3 - Cost
Accounting

Ng Man Hin
Job title: Clerk
Company: Modern Corporate Service Limited

Mr. Ng is a Form 7 graduate. He studied for the examination by himself.
Paper 4 -
Information Technology Applications in Accounting

Au Yin Ping
Job title: Clerk
Company: Buddhist Mau Fung Memorial College

Miss Au graduated with a Bachelor of Science (Biology) from the University of Hong Kong. She studied for the examination by herself.
Paper 5 - Hong Kong Taxation

Kung Suk Wah
Job title: Owner
Company: 6THJUNE.COM

Miss Kung graduated with a Higher Diploma in Mathematics, Statistics and Computing from the Hong Kong Polytechnic University. She completed the Diploma in Accountancy at the Hong Kong School of Commerce.
Paper 6 - Hong
Kong Business Law

Chan Chi Wai
Job title: Accounting Clerk
Company: Checkpoint Systems Hong Kong Limited

Mr. Chan graduated with a Higher Diploma in Accountancy from the Hong Kong Institute of Vocational Education (Lee Wai Lee). He completed the Preparatory Course at the Hong Kong Business Law at School of Continuing and Professional Education (SCOPE), City University of Hong Kong.
Paper 7 -
Advanced Accounting

Lau Wing Yee
Job title: Account Clerk
Company: MISSHA (HK) LTD

Miss Lau graduated with a Diploma in Business Administration from the Hong Kong Institute of Vocational Education (Kwun Tong). She completed the Preparatory Course for Advanced Accounting at the Hong Kong Management Association (HKMA).
Paper 8 - Auditing

Lam Wai Sze
Job title: Accounts Clerk
Company: Kintetsu World Express (HK) Limited

Miss Lam graduated with a Diploma in Professional Accounting from the Hong Kong Christian Service Kwun Tong Vocational Training Centre.



Examination technique seminars  

The HKIAAT is organizing a series of examination technique seminars to help students prepare for the upcoming examinations. A free pilot paper will be distributed to all participants. Make the most of this great opportunity to improve your exam technique through these useful and targeted seminars. Click below for the enrolment details for the examination technique seminars for the PBE and AAT Examination.
 



Prize Presentation Ceremony 2008-2009
Top prizes were given as a token of appreciation to students who demonstrated outstanding performance in the examinations during the Prize Presentation Ceremony held on 26 March 2009. The ceremony was presided over by the guest-of-honour, The Honourable Paul Chan, M.H., J.P., Member (Accountancy Functional Constituency) of the Legislative Council. Around 180 guests attended the event. Click here to view the ceremony highlights and to see the list of awardees.

   
Membership and Student Fees for 2009 – Final Reminder
Members and students are reminded to renew their subscription IMMEDIATELY if they have not already settled their annual membership fee ($600) or student fee for the AAT Examination ($600) for 2009. Otherwise, their names will be removed from the register in May. Members and students whose names are removed must pay their registration fees again in order to be re-instated. So renew now and save the re-registration cost.
  
   

IFAC works on accounting education
IFAC has issued a new Handbook of International Education Pronouncements and is seeking views to improve the clarity of International Education Standards. +

  
Business meetings in English: Part 1 – Introductions and Review
Have you ever been in a situation where you are in a meeting and you are unable to say what you mean clearly and concisely, or where you have been unable to interrupt others to make a point? In the first of this three-part series on business meetings, Wilda Fong from Elite English Learning Centre focuses on introductions and on reviewing the business from previous meetings. +

Want to take your career to the next level up the ladder? Click here to see the latest jobs that have been posted.

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