Governance and discipline
The Chartered Accountancy profession in South Africa is currently faced with criticism following the alleged misdemeanours of Chartered Accountants [CAs(SA)] in unethical business activity. SAICA is implementing on an ongoing basis a comprehensive and integrated reputation management and communication plan to address the negative perceptions of the profession resulting from ongoing negative publicity in the media.
The Governance section covers SAICA’s disciplinary processes, hearings and outcomes as well as Legal documents including the SAICA Code of Professional Conduct, the SAICA Constitution and the SAICA By-Laws as well as information on how to lodge a complaint.
SAICA Members are subject to the SAICA Code of Professional Conduct (the Code) which defines five fundamental professional principles, namely: integrity; objectivity; professional competence and due care; confidentiality; and professional behaviour. The Institute uses clearly outlined disciplinary processes to address allegations of improper conduct and in the process protects the public from unscrupulous practices, unprofessional or unethical conduct from its members. SAICA investigates all matters of alleged misconduct against its individual members without fear or favour.
Applications are open for one candidate to fill one position on the SAICA Board.
IT IS IMPORTANT TO NOTE THAT 1 (ONE) POSITION FOR CHARTERED ACCOUNTANT (SA) IS OPEN ON THE SAICA BOARD.
This vacancy arises as part of the Board succession planning process, with a specific need to strengthen Chartered Accountant (SA) representation on the Board to ensure continuity, regulatory credibility and appropriate skills balance.
SAICA therefore invites Chartered Accountants (SA) to apply or for individuals to nominate suitably qualified candidates to serve on the SAICA Board as non-executive members.
All candidates must be upstanding individuals who demonstrate the highest levels of integrity and support high ethical standards.
Closing date for applications is 3 April 2026.