Only an existing Chartered professional can become a Chartered Financial Valuer.

Valuation is a highly specialised professional pursuit, and valuations are heavily relied upon by individuals, corporate entities and Governments to conduct business.

A Chartered Financial Valuer is a valuer whose expertise is in the field of finance and valuation. Typically, Chartered professionals specialise in a specific area of their profession, however, this is not a requirement for this designation. Whether the valuers expertise is specific or general, a financial valuer values assets and liabilities for inclusion in financial statements, for mergers and acquisitions, tax purposes and other financial requirements.

A financial valuer has an in-depth knowledge of accounting standards, tax law and other regulatory frameworks which initiate the valuation (the why) as well as valuation theory and standards which dictate the process (the how).

Financial valuers typically command high fees as a result of their dual expertise.

This membership is exclusive. The member is responsible for conducting valuations to meet compliance with professional standards, regulations and laws.

ELIGIBILITY

A member of any profession is eligible to become a Chartered Financial Valuer if they meet the following criteria :

• Already be a chartered professional, or be prepared to become chartered through a designated pathway and strict entrance assessment.
• Have at least five years’ experience as a practising valuer in the field of finance, acquisitions and mergers, taxation or other finance or economic fields that require or necessitate the use of independent valuations.
• Have an excellent understanding of International Valuation Standards.
• Possess an excellent understanding of at least one other set of international or local professional standards as they relate to valuation.
• Commit to advancing the valuation profession by excelling in their chosen field and strictly adhering to international codes of ethics and standards.
• Faithfully represent the profession of valuation in all facets of work practice and leadership.

CERTIFIED FINANCIAL VALUER

Only an existing Certified professional can become a Certified Financial Valuer.

Valuation is a highly specialised professional pursuit, and valuations are heavily relied upon by individuals, corporate entities and Governments to conduct business. A Certified Financial Valuer is a valuer whose expertise is in the field of finance and valuation. That expertise may be specific or general, however a financial valuer typically values assets and liabilities for inclusion in financial statements, for mergers and acquisitions, tax purposes and other financial requirements.

A financial valuer has an in-depth knowledge of accounting standards, tax law and other regulatory frameworks which initiate the valuation (the why) as well as valuation theory and standards which dictate the process (the how).

Financial valuers typically command high fees as a result of their dual expertise.

Eligibility

This membership is exclusive. The member is responsible for conducting valuations to meet compliance with professional standards, regulations and laws.

ELIGIBILITY

A member of any profession is eligible to become a Certified Financial Valuer if they meet the following criteria :

• Already be a certified professional, or be prepared to become certified through a designated pathway and strict entrance assessment.
• Have at least five years’ experience as a practising valuer in the field of finance, acquisitions and mergers, taxation or other finance or economic fields that require or necessitate the use of independent valuations.
• Have an excellent understanding of International Valuation Standards.
• Possess an excellent understanding of at least one other set of international or local professional standards as they relate to valuation.
• Commit to advancing the valuation profession by excelling in their chosen field and strictly adhering to international codes of ethics and standards.
• Faithfully represent the profession of valuation in all facets of work practice and leadership.

Enables businesses and government agencies that operate in the finance sector to be recognised for their excellence in this specialist field of valuation. Membership in this category is strictly limited.

Open to employers of valuers and industry participants in the valuation and finance professions. Corporate membership enables the employing entity to advertise itself as a member of the Australian Association of Valuers. Membership comes with up to five professional membership certificates (PMC) which the entity may allocate to qualified employees. The allocation must be approved by the AAFV and the correct designation awarded as part of the distribution rights. As membership to the AAFV is restricted, corporate membership reduces the risk of professional scarcity and PMC’s can be traded in line with the Investor Membership.