Accountant admits conduct unbecoming over Du Val

Accountant admits conduct unbecoming over Du Val
The situation was aggravated by having direct contact with Du Val founder Kenyon Clarke, the tribunal heard. Supplied.
Maria Slade
A Waikato chartered accountant has pleaded guilty to unbecoming conduct and discrediting the profession following the collapse of property group Du Val.The accountant admitted four charges at a New Zealand Institute of Chartered Accountants (NZICA) disciplinary tribunal hearing in Wellington on Monday.Du Val was placed into statutory management in August 2024 owing an estimated $306m.The accountant’s name was suppressed until 5pm on Tuesday to allow their firm to inform clients.Du Val was a major client for the person, who provided extern...

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