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Professional Ethics

Code of Ethics

The fundamental ethical principles that guide Statutory Auditors and Certified Public Accountants.

The five fundamental principles of ethics

The IESBA Code of Ethics is founded upon five fundamental principles.

Integrity

To be straightforward and honest in all professional and business relationships.

Objectivity

To not allow bias, conflict of interest or undue influence to override professional judgement.

Professional competence & due care

To maintain knowledge and skills at the appropriate level and to act with due care.

Confidentiality

To respect the confidentiality of information obtained in the course of professional work.

Professional behaviour

To comply with laws and regulations and to avoid any conduct that discredits the profession.

Related documents

Primary legislation

The primary legislation governing the profession of the Statutory Auditor.

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Regulatory framework

The regulations and secondary legislation of the profession.

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