Overview 

Financial reporting can be complex, requiring compliance with evolving IFRS standards, Companies Act regulations and stakeholder expectations. In this webinar we will address common challenges, including IFRS disclosure pitfalls, materiality considerations and preparing audit-ready financial statements. 

Join Caryn Maitland CA(SA) on 31 March 2025, from 10h00 to 12h00 for expert insights and practical solutions to improve the accuracy, transparency and integrity of financial reports. 

Learning objectives 

Attending this webinar will equip you with the following skills:  

• Identify common financial reporting challenges and learn how to address them effectively. 

• Enhance IFRS technical knowledge in revenue recognition, lease accounting, impairment, and provisions. 

• Understand Companies Act compliance and the implications of non-compliance on directors and stakeholders. 

• Improve financial disclosures to ensure clarity, completeness and alignment with regulatory expectations. 

• Develop practical strategies to navigate stakeholder demands, audit scrutiny and evolving reporting standards.

Content 

The webinar will cover the following topics:   

• Financial Statement Disclosures  

  • Avoiding IFRS disclosure pitfalls. 

  • Materiality considerations. 

  • Audit readiness. 

• Common IFRS/IFRS for SME Technical challenges 

  • Revenue recognition. 

  • Leases. 

  • Estimates. 

  • Impairment. 

• Companies Act Compliance.  

  • Understanding director responsibilities. 

  • Solvency and liquidity tests. 

  • Statutory disclosure requirements. 

• Regulatory & Stakeholder Considerations.  

  • Alignment with SARS tax reporting. 

  • Investor expectations 

  • Lender assessments. 

Obtaining your CPD certificate 

This training is compliant with the International Education Standard (IES7) issued by the International Federation of Accountants and recognised for CPD by relevant professional bodies including ACCA, CIMA, IAC, IIA, SAICA and SAIPA. 

All attendees are issued with a CPD certificate available in an online profile.   

About the presenter 

Caryn Maitland CA(SA)  

Caryn Maitland is a Chartered Accountant (SA). She has been a member of IRBA as a registered auditor and accountant since 2002 and is also a registered member of SAICA.  

Caryn has lectured Auditing and Accounting at various institutions and has conducted independent workshops and seminars for professional accountants since 2006 on various topics. She has presented on the national tour for the annual Legislation Update with ProBeta Training (Pty) Ltd in 2014 and 2015, as well as on the FASSET national tour for the Tax Administration Act in 2014.  Caryn is also involved with the annual SAICA SMP Technical tour. 

Who should attend? 

The following persons will benefit from attending this webinar: 

• Registered auditors. 

• Practising accountants including: CA(SA), Professional Accountant (SA), AGA(SA), FCCA, BAP(SA), BA(SA) and ACCA. 

• Independent reviewers. 

• Trainee accountants. 

Price 

• R 450.00 - Online admission - Individual. 

• Group Price 1 - From R337 per person (up to 5 users)   

• Group Price 2 - From R260 per person (up to 10 users)   

• Group Price 3 - From R224 per person (over 11 users)  

Steps to register for the event:  

If you already have a profile, login and register for the webinar. 

If you don’t have a profile, create a free profile then login and register for the webinar. 

Click here to create a free profile (There is no charge to create a profile and gain access to our free Monthly Practice Management Series). 

Click here to find out about the Technical Resource Centre & CPD Subscription options. 

Additional material 

By attending this webinar you will be provided with: 

• A summarised slide presentation. 

• Reference documents and/or course material where available. 

• You can ask questions during the webinar and you will also have access to the presenter after the webinar.

Corporate training solutions 

At SA Accounting Academy, we recognise the evolving needs of businesses in today's dynamic environment. Beyond our standard webinar offerings, we provide tailored corporate training solutions designed to empower your team with the latest in accounting and professional skills. Whether you're looking for online sessions or face-to-face training, our programs are crafted to ensure a comprehensive and engaging learning experience.  

Drawing inspiration from modern training methodologies, our corporate solutions are interactive, adaptable, and focused on real-world applications. We prioritise hands-on learning, ensuring your team can immediately apply their newfound knowledge in practical scenarios.  

Interested in a bespoke corporate training experience? Reach out to us at corporate@accountingacademy.co.za or call 010 593 0466. Together, let's design a training program that elevates your team's capabilities and aligns with your organisational goals.  

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