ACAP was established in 1996 and is a not-for-profit, independent, non-governmental organization with a public interest mission to contribute to the development of the accountancy profession in the Republic of Moldova. Its objectives are to strengthen the reputation of the profession through education, and ensure adherence to ethical, quality, and professional standards by its members. In addition to being a Member of IFAC, ACAP is member of the South-Eastern European Partnership on Accountancy Development (SEEPAD), Eurasian Council of Certified Accountants and Auditors, and the Fédération Internationale des Experts-Comptables Francophones.