The Estonian Auditors' Association (EAA) is a public-private network of over 150 audit firms and 350 individual auditors, standing for a reliable business environment in Estonia. It is the only legally recognized, self-governing PAO in the country. Membership in the association for all certified auditors desiring to practice the audit profession is compulsory. The EAA (i) seeks to be a leader in initiatives supporting the development of Estonia as a smart economy with a competitive and transparent business and investment environment, (ii) leads and participates in public discussions in order to increase public awareness of the auditors’ value proposal, (ii) cooperates closely with different interest groups, state authorities and business organizations, (iv) contributes to the development of the financial regulatory and legal framework, (v) supports provision of high-quality assurance services by organizing trainings for professionals, exchange of information, networking, and oversight of the audit profession. EAA is a member of IFAC as well as an associate member of Accountancy Europe.