Stephen James

Member’s name: Stephen James
Date of Hearing: 12 October 2023
Division: New South Wales
Tribunal: Disciplinary Tribunal

On 12 October 2023, the Disciplinary Tribunal found Mr Stephen James breached CPA Australia’s 14 May 2019 Constitution:

• Article 39(a)(ii)(A), when he “breached this Constitution (or the constitution of the Company in force immediately before the Amending Date), By-Laws, Code of Professional Conduct or the Applicable Regulations” by failing to maintain confidentiality in accordance with APES 110 Code of Ethics for Professional Accountants.

Mr James attended the Disciplinary Tribunal Hearing and denied the complaint.

Penalty and Costs:

The Disciplinary Tribunal found the Complaint sustained and imposed the following penalty:

• A severe reprimand.

The Member was ordered to pay a contribution to CPA Ausralia’s costs of $2,568.