Last updated: 16 Jul 2024 09:00 Posted in: AIA
The Association of International Accountants (AIA) is delighted to welcome Tracey Wilson as its first female Chief Examiner. Tracey has been a Professional Level 2 Examiner at AIA for almost ten years, specialising in financial accounting and reporting.
In addition to being a chartered accountant and chartered tax advisor, Tracey is a Senior Lecturer at Newcastle University Business School, teaching financial reporting and tax, and focuses her research on corporate taxation. She is also a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy, and former Managing Director of BPP Professional Education’s Newcastle learning centre where she was responsible for directing and managing resources to deliver high quality tuition, consistently high pass rates and excellent customer service to both clients and students.
Tracey expressed her excitement about the new role, saying “It is a true honour to be appointed as AIA’s first female Chief Examiner. This position is an incredible opportunity to contribute to the future of accounting education and uphold the high standards of excellence that AIA represents. I look forward to working with a dedicated team to support and inspire the next generation of accountants.”
AIA’s Qualifications Manager, Jane Steele, welcomes Tracey, “We are thrilled to welcome Tracey as our new Chief Examiner at AIA. Her background as an accountant, tax advisor, and Senior Lecturer at Newcastle University Business School, combined with her extensive experience in teaching and managing professional education, makes her the perfect fit for this position. We trust that she will bring fresh perspectives and enthusiasm to our assessment process.”
Tracey’s appointment follows the retirement of Emeritus Professor Philip Shrives who served over two decades on AIA’s Academic Team. Since his appointment as Chief Examiner 2018, Philip Shrives has overseen all aspects of the AIA Professional Qualification’s assessment process, ensuring that the examinations meet the requirements of the specification and maintaining standards year on year.
AIA Chief Executive, Philip Turnbull, expressed thanks to Philip for his dedication to AIA, “We extend our deepest gratitude to Philip Shrives for his unwavering commitment to AIA over the past 24 years. His impressive career and contributions have not only advanced the field but also inspired many in our community. We’re immensely grateful for all he's done and wish him all the best in his well-deserved retirement.”
AIA remains committed to delivering exceptional education and equal opportunities to both current and future AIA students. Our mission is to ensure they receive the highest quality learning experience, equipping them with the vital skills and knowledge for a successful career in accounting and finance.
“It is a true honour to be appointed as AIA’s first female Chief Examiner. This position is an incredible opportunity to contribute to the future of accounting education and uphold the high standards of excellence that AIA represents.”
Tracey Wilson, AIA Chief Examiner