Elections for the National Council of the French Order of Chartered Accountants (Ordre des experts-comptables, OEC) are scheduled for May 21, 2026. The vote will be held concurrently with regional elections. According to the OEC's official electoral notice, 887 chartered accountants are registered to vote.
Voters will choose 11 council members from a list of 41 candidates. The election follows a period of internal debate within the profession regarding governance and future direction. The new council will be responsible for setting the strategic agenda and ethical standards for the accounting profession in France.
The electoral process is conducted by mail. Each voter receives a ballot and must select up to 11 names from the candidate list. The results will determine the leadership that will guide the Order through upcoming challenges, including regulatory changes and digital transformation in the field.
