Legally anyone can call themselves an ‘accountant’ – they don’t need any qualifications, training or experience.

ICAEW Chartered Accountants are financial experts with the knowledge, initiative and judgement you can trust.

What does ‘chartered’ mean?

The chartered title is an internationally recognised professional designation. It demonstrates the highest standards of ethical and professional conduct, up-to-date technical expertise and capability of a qualified professional.

ICAEW Chartered Accountants can be recognised by the ACA or FCA after their name.
They are:

• Qualified chartered accountants who complete a minimum of three years in-depth training including practical experience

• Committed to continuing professional development training every year to keep their knowledge and skills up-to-date

• Members of ICAEW – The Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales

• Bound by the ICAEW’s Code of Ethics and subject to their disciplinary procedures

• Required to hold a practising certificate and professional indemnity insurance if they offer professional services to the public

• Subject to review as part of our Practice Assurance scheme, which demonstrates their commitment to quality assurance, and upholding and developing the highest professional standards

How can they help?

To make the right decisions, you need the right financial advice.

Whether you need guidance on your personal finances or detailed financial advice about your business, an ICAEW Chartered Accountant can help.

Because the world is constantly changing, you need the most up-to-date financial advice, and to understand how the latest regulations affect you or your business. ICAEW Chartered Accountants are at the forefront of their profession, so you know that the guidance they give can be relied on to help you make the best decisions possible.

ICAEW Chartered Accountants listen and question, ensuring that the recommendations they make are of the highest standard. Their high quality advice, sound judgement and insight into your finances are second to none. They have in-depth knowledge and technical expertise gained from rigorous academic training, and the ability to apply it to all financial situations. Above all, they are bound by a Code of Ethics which ensures their professionalism and responsibility to their client.