Overview  

Accounting firms are prime targets for cyber threats as they handle confidential financial data, payroll details and client identifiers that cybercriminals want. Without robust controls, firms risk data breaches, financial loss, service disruption and reputational damage. 

This webinar equips accountants and firm owners with practical tools to mitigate risk and strengthen compliance with regulation, including the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) and the Cybercrimes Act. 

Join Nicolene Schoeman-Louw on 30 October 2025 from 10h00 to 12h00 as she equips you with essential cybersecurity practices for your firms covering key cyber threats, data protection measures and legal compliance obligations.   

Learning objectives  

Attending this webinar will equip you with the following skills: 

• Understand the importance of online safety in your practice and key cybercrime threats like hacking, phishing and identity theft.  

• Identify and avoid common online scams, including fraudulent emails and deceptive social media tactics.  

• Understand the legal framework governing cybercrime and data protection, including individual and organisational responsibilities.  

• Apply best practices for protecting personal and client data in line with data protection standards.  

• Know your legal obligations for reporting cybercrime, scams and data breaches.  

Content 

The webinar will cover the following topics: 

• Cybersecurity Risks in the Accounting Profession.  

  o   Common cyber threats targeting accounting firms.   

  o   Case studies of businesses impacted by cyber breaches.  

  o   Consequences of cybersecurity failures.  

• Developing an Effective Cybersecurity Framework.  

  o   Creating a cybersecurity policy for your accounting firm.  

  o   Employee training and awareness programs.  

  o   Incident response and disaster recovery planning.  

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   

Nicolene  Schoeman-Louw  

Nicolene  Schoeman-Louw is the Founder and Managing Director of Schoeman Law Inc in Cape Town, South Africa. She is an admitted Attorney of the High Court of South Africa, Conveyancer, Notary Public and Mediator with a passion for assisting entrepreneurs to reach their most ambitious goals.  

Nicolene holds an LLB degree cum laude, LLM from the University of the Free State and a postgraduate diploma in financial planning (CFP) from the University of Stellenbosch. She lectured at the University of the Free State during her studies, presently guest-lectures at Stellenbosch Business School. She also presents seminars and workshops on a wide range of legal topics for various organizations. Nicolene is the Co-Founder and Managing Director of PocketAdvisor where she also doubles up as a skilled facilitator.  

Who should attend? 

The following persons will benefit from attending this webinar: 

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

• Company secretaries. 

• Accounting officers. 

• Registered auditors. 

• Compliance officers. 

• Company directors. 

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 [email protected] or call 010 593 0466. Together, let's design a training program that elevates your team's capabilities and aligns with your organisational goals.  

Contact us   

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