Adrian Johnson
TLDR:
– Simon Bittlestone appointed as President of CIMA and Chair of the Association of International Certified Professional Accountants
– Focus areas during his tenure include innovation & transformation, value & sustainability, and inclusion & opportunity.
Opportunities for the Accounting and Finance Profession
The Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) has appointed Simon Bittlestone as the new President and Chair of the Association of International Certified Professional Accountants. Bittlestone believes that the world is full of opportunities for the accounting and finance profession to create sustainable value, innovate, and be inclusive.
During his term, he intends to focus on three critical areas:
- Innovation & Transformation: Emphasizing the importance of new technologies like AI and robotic process automation in revolutionizing accounting and finance.
- Value & Sustainability: Promoting the role of accounting professionals as trusted advisors to drive sustainable value creation within businesses.
- Inclusion & Opportunity: Working towards creating a more inclusive profession that attracts diverse talent and provides growth opportunities for all.
Bittlestone, with his extensive experience in finance transformation, aims to work closely with other industry leaders to provide AICPA and CIMA members with the tools and resources they need for success in a rapidly evolving world.
His background includes leadership roles in private and public companies across different markets, as well as advisory positions for various organizations. With a strong focus on technology and innovation, Bittlestone is poised to lead the profession into a future marked by constant change.
Overall, Simon Bittlestone’s appointment as President of CIMA and Chair of the Association of International Certified Professional Accountants signifies a commitment to driving the accounting and finance profession forward by embracing innovation, sustainability, and inclusivity.
