Research (Policy Paper) Consultant - Lebanese Accountancy

In the framework of the “Anti-Money Laundering” project to be implemented by the Lebanese Transparency Association (LTA), a guide is required to be developed on the anti-money laundering measures for accountants in Lebanon. To that matter, LTA is looking for a research consultant with a distinguished knowledge of the local practice of Lebanese Accountancy (Including laws, policies, and procedures) who will draft and consult on the development of the paper. 

Scope of Services

The key roles and responsibilities of the position are to provide the following services with strong qualitative and analytical skills:

1. Writing research specifications taking into consideration the Lebanese context.
2. Providing information about the accounting framework defining the modus operandi of the certified public accountants in Lebanon.
3. Identifying the gaps of “The Procedures Guide” for certified public accountants in Lebanon in implementing the provision of the law on fighting money laundering (No.44/2015).
4. Providing guidance and advising on the anti-money laundering measures for the accountancy sector in Lebanon.

Outputs/ Deliverables

Output 1: Conduct research on anti-money laundering measures for accountancy in Lebanon. 

Output 2: Conduct the required first and/or second hand research when necessary.

Output 3: Develop a guide for the Lebanese Association for Certified Public Accountants (LACPA).