named programs · 3 · from sources
What they call their work
Annual Business Plan
Operational plan aligned with the Strategic Plan, outlining IFAC’s annual priorities, resource allocation, and member value initiatives including learning, innovation, and advocacy
Forum of Firms
Collaborative initiative with international accounting networks and firms to promote consistent application of high-quality audit and assurance standards globally
Strategic Plan
Global roadmap guiding the accountancy profession’s development, focused on public interest, professional quality, and future readiness through collaboration among members and stakeholders
activities · 4 groups
What they do
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Industry Advocacy and Regulatory Engagement 1 activity
- Advocacy for global accountancy standards and policiesContributes to the development, adoption, and implementation of high-quality international standards in the accountancy profession through public advocacy and stakeholder engagement, including influencing policy frameworks and standard-setting bodies such as the IAASB.
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Corporate Climate Accountability Initiatives 1 activity
- Research and reporting on environmental sustainabilityMeasures and reports its corporate carbon footprint using carbon accounting platforms and the Greenhouse Gas Protocol standards to support environmental transparency and sustainability goals.
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Strategic Planning and Organizational Development 1 activity
- Strategic planning and organizational leadershipDevelops and implements a global strategic plan and annual business plan to guide the accountancy profession, define organizational priorities, and allocate resources, supported by a Member Value Proposition and oversight of government affairs, policy, and brand visibility.
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Uncategorized 1 activity
- Capacity building for professional accountancy organizationsLeads initiatives to strengthen the capacity of professional accountancy organizations globally through guidance, advisory groups, membership support, and programs such as the PAO Capacity Building Program and MOSAIC Steering Committee, with regional focus including Africa.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$45.43M
Contributions & grants$24.34M54%
Program service revenue$19.79M44%
Investment income$674K1%
Other revenue$629K
expenses
Total expenses$43.34M
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits$15.39M
Grants paid out$19.68M
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$22.69M
Cash$12.85M
Investments$0
Liabilities$3.37M
Net assets$19.33M
Liquid reserves3.6 mo
5 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +3.8%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 19
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| LEE WHITE | CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER | 40 | $707K |
| HELEN PATRIDGE | CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER | 40 | $465K |
| JENNIFER DICLERICO | DIRECTOR, HEAD OF COMMUNICATIONS | 40 | $439K |
| STATHIS GOULD | DIRECTOR, MEMBER ENGAGEMENT | 40 | $413K |
| ELAINE YOUNG | DIRECTOR, HEAD OF HUMAN CAPITAL | 40 | $387K |
| DAVID MADON | DIRECTOR, SUSTAINABILITY, POLICY, & REGULATORY AFF | 40 | $387K |
| CLAUDIO GIROLAMI | DIRECTOR, CHIEF TECHNOLOGY OFFICER | 40 | $376K |
| BARRY NAIK | DIRECTOR, FORUM OF FIRMS | 35 | $369K |
| CHRISTOPHER ARNOLD | DIRECTOR | 40 | $368K |
| SCOTT HANSON | DIRECTOR | 40 | $368K |
| LINDA LACH | DIRECTOR | 40 | $346K |
| BRUCE VIVIAN | PRINCIPAL, ACCOUNTANCY EDUCATION | 40 | $342K |
| ROSS SMITH | PROGRAM & TECHNICAL DIRECT | 40 | $320K |
| LAURA LEKA | PRINCIPAL -PAIB & INTEGRAT | 40 | $308K |
| COURTNEY WEAVER | SENIOR MANAGER | 40 | $300K |
| DAVE WARREN | DIRECTOR | 40 | $248K |
| EDWIN NG | PRINCIPAL, IPSASB | 40 | $195K |
| EILEEN ZHOU | PRINCIPAL | 40 | $190K |
| KEVIN DANCEY | CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER- FORMER | 40 | $181K |
board members · 6
- AHMAD ALMEGHAMES — BOARD MEMBER
- ATUL GUPTA — BOARD MEMBER
- CAROLINE GARDNER — BOARD MEMBER
- CHIARA MIO — BOARD MEMBER
- FIONA WILKINSON — BOARD MEMBER
- FRANCISCO SANT'ANNA — BOARD MEMBER
relationships · 18
Who they work with
- ACCA Partner — Former employer where Cecile Bonino led EU Affairs and the ACCA Brussels office prior to joining IFAC.
- Accountancy Europe Partner — Has served as a Technical Advisor to the board of Accountancy Europe since 2019.
- Forum of Firms Partner — Collaborates with IFAC and its members to shape the future of the accountancy profession through learning, innovation, and a collective voice.
- Gavi Partner — Collaborates under a memorandum of understanding to strengthen public finance management in Africa.
- IFAC Board Partner — Provides oversight and approval of membership applications and application fees.
- IFAC Connect Partner — Global event series that convenes leaders to shape the future of accountancy, governance, and corporate success
- IFAC Council Partner — Holds final voting authority on membership admissions.
- IFAC Human Capital Partner — Responsible for receiving questions about anti-discrimination policies and leading investigations into sexual harassment complaints.
- IFAC Membership Committee Partner — Provides advice and oversight during the IFAC membership admissions process.
- International Auditing and Assurance Standards Board Partner — Advocated for development of auditing standards for smaller entities, influencing IAASB's work.
- International Federation of Accountants Partner — Collaborates with IFAC by translating its international standards, including the IAASB and IESBA Handbooks.
- Nordic Federation of Public Accountants Network — Ms. Agélii serves as Secretary General and CEO of NRF, representing Nordic PAOs.
- Sustainique Global Private Limited Partner — Organization founded by Moni Bajaj that provides ESG consulting services in collaboration with IFAC initiatives.
- Swedish Inspectorate of Auditors Government — Previously employed by the Swedish Inspectorate of Auditors, handling disciplinary and professional practice matters.
- Swedish Institute for the Accountancy Profession Government — Served as General Counsel and Head of Division at FAR, a Swedish regulatory body for accountants.
- UN Trade and Development Partner — Economic Affairs Officer at UNCTAD working on sustainable finance and SDG reporting
- USAID Government — Collaborates under a memorandum of understanding to strengthen public finance management in Africa.
- the Global Fund Partner — Collaborates under a memorandum of understanding to strengthen public finance management in Africa.
strategies · 3
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Global Professional Unification to Amplify Public Interest Advocacymethodology: global-professional-unificationBy uniting member organizations and acting as a unified global voice, the organization strengthens the accountancy profession and influences policy and practice in the public interest, because collective action produces greater impact than fragmented national efforts.
- International Standards Adoption as a Mechanism for Public Interest Protectionmethodology: international-standards-promotionBy promoting and requiring the adoption of high-quality international standards, the organization strengthens the reliability and consistency of the global accountancy profession, because standardized practices enhance transparency, accountability, and public trust.
- Strengthening Public Financial Accountability Through Professional Capacitymethodology: institutional-strengthening-through-accountability-structuresBy leveraging the expertise and institutional role of professional accountancy organizations, the organization improves transparency and accountability in public finance management, because technical capacity in accounting is essential for effective stewardship of public and development funds.