Testimonials about the Diploma in Charity Accounting

Philip Griffiths

Partner, Mitchell Charlesworth Chartered Accountants and Business Advisors

“The Diploma in Charity Accounting is widely recognised as leading the field and is held by those who are at the very top of their profession. It demonstrates that holders have a specialist understanding of accounting for the charity sector, and who will also play an important role in raising and recognising standards.”

Elliot Harris DChA

Partner, Chantrey Vellacott DFK and ICAEW Disciplinary Committee member

"The Diploma in Charity Accounting demonstrates that the holders have a specialist understanding of charity accounting and finance within a strategic, policy and governance context, and as such will play an important role in raising and recognising standards. The charity sector has become much more professional over the last few years and it is essential that we who work with and in charities in the accounting field match that new professionalism."

Nicholas Brooks DChA, ACA

Partner - Head of Not For Profit, Kingston Smith LLP

"The charity sector has become much more professional over the last few years and it is essential that those who work with and in charities in the accounting field match that new professionalism.

"There is no doubt that this Diploma will be much sought after by business and accounting professionals who want a respected set of initials after their name to recognise their achievements and expertise in this sector.

"The charity sector is very specialised and the charities themselves both as employers and clients will recognise the value of the award when assessing their employees and advisers."

Fiona Young, DChA

Head of Resources, Tudor Trust

"Both charities and charity accounting have changed beyond recognition over the last ten years. This raises unique challenges for those advising and working with charities. The ICAEW diploma identifies those who have the knowledge and experience required to fully understand these challenges and make an effective contribution within the sector."

Paul Butler

“Since qualifying, I have used the DChA and MSc to achieve my goal of moving into a finance director role. I felt that both qualifications were essential in achieving this move, as they made my CV very attractive to employers. The skills, managerial techniques and realisation of the charity world’s regulatory environment and issues have proved invaluable in my career.“