IPSASB Proposed Strategy and Work Plan 2019-2023

The International Public Sector Accounting Standards Board^® (IPSASB^®) has published a Consultation Document on its proposed Strategy and Work Plan for 2019-2023.

The draft Strategy emphasizes the importance of International Public Sector Accounting Standards (IPSAS) to public financial management reforms and proposes the following strategic objective:

• Strengthening Public Financial Management (PFM) globally through increasing adoption of accrual-based IPSAS.
  • Delivered through two main areas of activity, both of which have a public interest focus:
  • Developing IPSAS and other high-quality financial reporting guidance for the public sector; and
  • Raising awareness of IPSAS and the benefits of accrual adoption.

This Consultation provides an opportunity for constituents to comment on the IPSASB’s strategic objective, supporting themes and work plan priorities for the period 2019-2023. Please submit your responses by June 30, 2018 to ensure your views are considered.