Ecovis CEO says technical committee to assist clients navigate regulatory changes

Ecovis OUC (Chartered Accountants) has established a technical committee to assist clients navigate the complex and ever-changing regulatory and business environment.

Andrew Uviase, Managing Partner, Ecovis OUC in his remarks at the inauguration of the committee, said: As a firm of professional accountants, our work is highly influenced by regulations, standards and laws.

“As a professional firm in public practice, we have a responsibility to our stakeholders to ensure that we are up to date with the current developments in regulations, laws and standards that guide the profession.

“The technical committee is therefore a deliberate attempt by the firm to stay current in the regulatory environment and continue to provide cutting edge professional services to our discerning clients.

Uviase explained that the technical committee is a forum for collecting up to date developments in the legal and regulatory environment for our professional practice.

“The committee will guide the reporting department on the requirements for published accounts. They will assist the reporting department to ensure that the financial statements produced for clients comply with the requirements of the International Financial Reporting Standards, Companies and Allied Matters Act, Financial Reporting Council of Nigeria and any other specific requirements of the applicable sector.

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“It will provide support and guidance to members of staff on issues bordering on tax and compliance in order to ensure that the Firm is always abreast with current developments.

“The Committee is responsible for overseeing the Firm’s implementation of the newly introduced sustainability reporting in order to ensure that our Financial Statements are compliant,” he added.

Henry Dugbele, chairman, Ecovis OUC Technical Committee in his remarks said: “The creation of the Technical Committee is a vital step toward strengthening our foundation and ensuring that we continue to evolve with the ever-changing landscape of the audit and assurance profession.

“In an ever-changing industry like ours with new technologies, regulations, and client expectations emerging constantly, it is essential that we stay ahead of these changes.

“As the Technical Committee, our job will be to ensure that we integrate the best practices, knowledge, and tools available to keep ahead of stiff competition in this field.

“Although, we will also be focusing on more than just technical excellence; we must embrace innovation while remaining committed to the core values of ethics and integrity that have always guided us.
Other members of the Technical Committee are Chidubem Ibe, Tax and Regulatory Services; Folorunsho Oluwakemi, Compliance Services; Michael Aghwana, Transfer Pricing and International Tax; and Moyo Pajia, Financial Reporting Services.