Applications for the 2025 International Federation of Accountants (IFAC) Young Leaders Collective are now open for early-career and professional accountants.
IFAC is seeking fresh insights and perspectives from aspiring professional accountants with less than five years of work experience on some of the most significant challenges and opportunities facing the profession.
Benefits:
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Gain Exposure: Engage with some of IFAC’s most important initiatives, including technology, artificial intelligence, and talent attraction and retention.
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Shape the Future: Contribute to shaping the future of the global accountancy profession.
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International Exposure: Work with an organisation that strives to make the accountancy profession truly global and connect with peers from around the world.
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Deepen Your Understanding: Gain a deeper understanding of key issues affecting the profession, such as the impact of AI and technology and the value accountants bring to societies and economies.
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Voluntary Service: Serve for one year with the option to renew for an additional year.
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Meetings and Group Participation: Attend four two-hour virtual meetings per year, with optional participation in working groups.
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Preparation: Prepare for meetings, which may involve reviewing meeting papers, consulting with peers, and conducting informal research.
How to Apply:
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Complete the online application form here.
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Record and upload a 60-second audio or video explaining why you’re passionate about accountancy and why you want to join the Collective.
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Upload a letter of recommendation from a non-family member. This can be from a professional, academic, or volunteer connection. Preference will be given to applications accompanied by a recommendation from an IFAC member organisation, IFAC network partner, or Forum of Firms member.
Deadline: June 30, 2025
The International Federation of Accountants (IFAC) is inviting applications for its 2025 Young Leaders Collective, targeting early-career and professional accountants with under five years of work experience. The initiative seeks fresh insights on challenges and opportunities in the profession. Benefits of joining include engaging with key IFAC initiatives like technology and AI, shaping the global accountancy future, gaining international exposure, and deepening understanding of issues impacting the profession. Participation is voluntary, involving a one-year commitment with a renewal option for another year, attendance at four virtual meetings annually, and potential involvement in working groups.
Applicants must complete an online form, submit a 60-second audio or video on their passion for accountancy, and provide a recommendation letter from a non-family member. Preference is given to recommendations from IFAC affiliated bodies. Applications are due by June 30, 2025.
