Become a registered auditor in South Africa

ACCA members with the right exams and experience now have a route to registered auditor status in South Africa following accreditation of the ACCA Qualification by the country’s Independent Regulatory Board for Auditors (IRBA).

This pathway opens up exciting career opportunities for existing ACCA members, affiliates and students.

It also opens opportunities for those considering an accountancy career looking to combine this opportunity with the advantages of holding our global qualification, respected by employers around the world.

The route to registered auditor status involves registering with the IRBA’s 18-month Audit Development Programme (ADP).

To be able to register for the ADP, there are minimum requirements in terms of experience with an ACCA Approved Employer and specific ACCA exam options. Whatever stage you are at in your journey, the information on these pages is designed to help you move towards this exciting goal.

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"This route is a great opportunity for existing members – and future members! It will also widen the audit talent pool in South Africa and increase diversity in the sector, both key concerns for employers"
Portia Mkhabela, head of ACCA South Africa

"ACCA’s accreditation by the IRBA opens exciting career development opportunities for members and future members and we’re committed to providing the support needed to help them reach their goals"
Stefan Pegram, Director, Practice Regulation, ACCA