Global Call for Volunteer Members to Join the IPSASB
The global search for volunteer members to serve on the International Public Sector Accounting Standards Board (IPSASB) is underway. The IPSASB is an independent standard-setting body that works to strengthen public financial management globally through developing and maintaining accrual-based International Public Sector Accounting Standards® (IPSAS®), IPSASB Sustainability Reporting Standards™ (IPSASB SRS™), and other high-quality reporting guidance for use by governments and other public sector entities.
The Nominating Committee is seeking nominations from a wide range of relevant backgrounds, including:
- Public sector standard setters
- Preparers of accrual-based financial statements and/or public sector sustainability reports who may come from Ministries of Finance, Accountants Generals’ Departments, or other institutions
- Users of general-purpose financial reports, such as parliamentarians, budget offices, and credit-rating agencies
- Public sector external auditors
- Candidates from jurisdictions that are transitioning to or have already implemented IPSAS
Candidates should have relevant experience, potentially including a strong knowledge of issues related to financial and sustainability reporting, reporting standard-setting experience, direct experience with public financial reforms, and / or familiarity with the needs of financial statement users. Excellent English communication skills are required.
The initial term of service for these volunteers will be for three years, commencing on January 1, 2026, with the potential to renew for another three-year term.
The deadline to submit is January 31, 2025.
