Legal PolicyEffective Date: June 26, 2025
Professional Verification & Conduct Policy
This Policy governs verification of professionals on the platform and the conduct standards expected of accountants and financial experts listed through Acubta.
1. Purpose
- Verification of professionals on the platform.
- Conduct standards for accountants and financial experts.
2. Professional Eligibility
- Professionals must hold relevant qualifications.
- Professionals must be authorized to practice where applicable.
- Professionals must provide accurate profile information.
3. Verification Process
Acubta may verify professional certifications, identity documentation, and work experience. Verification status may be displayed on profiles.
- Professional certifications (ICAN, SAICA, ACCA, etc.).
- Identity documentation.
- Work experience.
4. Limitation of Verification
- Verification does not guarantee competence or performance.
- Verification does not constitute endorsement.
- Verification is based on available information only.
5. Professional Conduct Standards
Professionals must comply with the following standards:
5.1 Provide Accurate Information
- No misleading qualifications.
- No false claims.
5.2 Maintain Ethical Standards
- Comply with applicable professional codes.
- Act with integrity and professionalism.
5.3 Respect Clients
- Maintain confidentiality.
- Communicate clearly and honestly.
5.4 Avoid Platform Circumvention
- Must not bypass the platform to avoid fees where applicable.
- Must not solicit users in violation of platform rules.
6. Prohibited Conduct
- Provide fraudulent or illegal advice.
- Misrepresent expertise.
- Engage in harassment or discrimination.
7. User Reporting
- Misconduct.
- Fraud.
- Poor service.
8. Enforcement Actions
- Issue warnings.
- Remove verification status.
- Suspend or terminate accounts.
9. Disclaimer
- Acubta is not responsible for services provided by professionals.
- Acubta is not responsible for outcomes of engagements.
Contact Information
For questions about this policy, contact Acubta (Pty) Ltdusing the details below.
admin@acubta.com
+27 699 921 412
Website
www.acubta.com
Registered Address
417, Pretorius Street, Arcadia, Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa 0001