Overview    

Leases are a common feature in business operations, but accounting for them has changed significantly under IFRS 16. This standard introduces a single lessee accounting model, requiring almost all leases to be recognized on the balance sheet, which affects financial statements, ratios, and compliance.

This webinar provides a practical guide to IFRS 16, helping finance professionals understand the standard, apply it correctly, and address common challenges in lease accounting.

Learning objectives   

Attending this webinar will equip you with the following skills:  

• Understand the scope and principles of IFRS 16

• Identify and classify lease contracts

• Recognize lease liabilities and right-of-use assets

• Account for lease modifications, renewals, and terminations

• Apply disclosure requirements accurately

• Avoid common pitfalls in lease accounting

Content   

The webinar will cover the following topics:  

• Overview of IFRS 16 and its objectives

• Recognition and measurement of lease liabilities and right-of-use assets

• Determining lease terms and discount rates

• Lease modifications, reassessments, and practical examples

• Short-term and low-value lease exemptions

• Presentation and disclosure requirements in financial statements

• Impact on financial ratios and key performance indicators

• Common implementation challenges and practical solutions

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.  

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.  

• Registered auditors.  

• Audit managers.  

• 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 the Accounting Academy, we recognize 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 prioritize 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 organizational goals.  

Contact us   

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