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C L O S I N G T H E B O O KS
International
Accountants Day
In celebration of International Accountants Day on 10 November, we shine a spotlight on some
of our dedicated members who make the profession so special. Beyond the spreadsheets
and statements lies a deep commitment to helping people and businesses thrive.
Here we share reflections on what drives and inspires them — words that reveal their passion,
pride and purpose. Their voices are a reminder that accounting is not only about numbers,
but making a difference.
“It’s about adding to the sum
of the world. I’m giving people
happiness, and knowing I can turn
up to work happy every day
because I’m doing the best job
I can for my clients is what is
important to me.”
“Throughout my career, I’ve
always focused on how to build
change, understand what’s
going on through the numbers,
and work out what can we do
differently. How can we make
things better for tomorrow?”
Susan O’Connor FCPA
Huy Chung FCPA
“Spare some time to help others
and you will activate regions
of the brain associated with
pleasure, social connection
and trust.”
“I may not be able to change
the world, but I can certainly use
my time to do something good
and hopefully, by doing that,
people can be inspired and find
ways to help others.”
Dr Appadu Santhariah CPA
Dayana Reza CPA
“My belief that what I am doing serves the community keeps me going. It is simply about
fulfilling the pact I made with myself — that I would stay true to my values and help the
most vulnerable.”
Santa Cardenia FCPA
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