Accredited Accountants

The Ministry of Finance and Economic Management recently accredited selected accountants to perform accounting services on behalf of Government. 

 

The level of accreditation awarded to respective accountants differ and may cover all or part of the following:

Level of Accreditation

Accreditation Description

A

State Owned Enterprises (SOEs)

Ability to complete the accounting functions of SOEs including:

  • Monthly, Quarterly, Annual accounts
  • VAT, PAYE, Company Tax Returns
  • Knowledge/ awareness (and experience) of IPSAS and IFRS;
  • Knowledge/ awareness (and experience) of CIGFPPM;
  • Special purpose engagements required for a profit oriented entity.

B

Ministries/ Pa Enua/ Support Offices

Ability to complete the accounting functions of Ministries/ Pa Enua/ Support Offices including:

  • Monthly and Annual Accounts;
  • VAT and PAYE Returns
  • Knowledge/ awareness (and experience) of IPSAS; 
  • Knowledge/ awareness (and experience) of CIGFPPM;
  • Special purpose engagements required for a public sector entity.

C

Aid Projects

Ability to complete the accounting functions of aid projects including:

  • Periodic reports/ accounts;
  • Knowledge/ awareness (and experience) of IPSAS and IFRS; 
  • Knowledge/ awareness (and experience) of CIGFPPM;
  • Special purpose engagements required for a aid projects.

D

Taxation

Ability to complete the required tax returns including:

  • VAT
  • PAYE
  • Company taxation
  • Fixed Asset tax depreciation schedules
  • Working knowledge (and experience)of Cook Islands tax laws.

 

More details of the level(s) accredited to respective accountants can be sought from the Treasury Management Division.

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