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IFRS for SMEs Section 19 – Business Combinations and Goodwill

SHORT DESCRIPTION September2020 Providing accountants with the provisions of IFRS 3 – Business Combinations WHAT YOU WILL LEARN By the end of this event the participant should: Understand the scope of IFRS 3; Understand the definition of business combinations; Understand the measurement of goodwill; Understand the method of accounting for business combinations; and Understand the …

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Transactions not at arm’s Length

SHORT DESCRIPTION August2020 Understanding transactions that are not arm’s length – the risks and implications on the financial statements. WHAT YOU WILL LEARN By the end of this event the attendee will:   Understand the implications of transactions that are not at arm’s length: When will the auditor apply ISA 550 (Related parties); How the auditor will apply …

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Back to Basics – Important Companies Act Role Players

SHORT DESCRIPTION September2020 Understanding the important role players relating to the Companies Act – CIPC, The Tribunal, The Takeover Panel And Other Role Players WHAT YOU WILL LEARN By the end of this event the participant should: Understand fundamental transactions; Know who the Takeover Panel is and its functions; Be aware of the CIPC’s powers …

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Back to Basics: Directors Duties and Responsibilities

sHORT DESCRIPTION August2020 Understanding what being a company director entails and explaining the legal duties and responsibilities of a director. WHAT YOU WILL LEARN By the end of this event the participant should: Understand what makes one eligible to become a director; Know how a director is appointed, removed and disqualified; Understand directors’ liabilities and …

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Back to Basics: Know shareholders rights and liabilities

SHORT DESCRIPTION August2020 Understanding the rights, obligations and liabilities of shareholders. WHAT YOU WILL LEARN By the end of this event the participant should:• Understand the capitalisation of a company;• Know the different types of shares and other securities;• Understand the authorisation of shares, buy backs and distributions;• Understand financial assistance available to companies; and• …

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Back to Basics – Drafting a Memorandum of Incorporation

SHORT DESCRIPTION July2020 Explaining how to draft a Memorandum of Incorporation (MoI) and its principals. WHAT YOU WILL LEARN By the end of this event the participant should: DESCRIPTION The Memorandum of Incorporation (MoI), is the most important document under the Companies Act.  This session will unpack why this document is important to every company, …

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Back to Basics – Concepts of the Companies Act and Types of Companies

SHORT DESCRIPTION July2020 To discuss concepts of the Companies Act and types of companies including CCs and NPOs. WHAT YOU WILL LEARN By the end of this webinar, the attendee should, as far as the Companies Act is concerned: DESCRIPTION The Companies Act governs the formation of companies in South Africa and the webinar discusses …

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Back to Basics – Calculating the PIS and its Impact on Assurance

SHORT DESCRIPTION June2020 To show how the PIS is calculated and its impact on assurance. WHAT YOU WILL LEARN By the end of this event the participant should: DESCRIPTION Calculating a company’s Public Interest Score (PI score) should be a two-minute exercise for any SME company. This webinar shed light on the topic and explains …

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Back to Basics – Accounting, Assurance, Governance and Transparency

SHORT DESCRIPTION August2020 Updating Accountants on the topics of Accounting, Assurance, Governance and Transparency as far as the Companies Act is concerned. WHAT YOU WILL LEARN By the end of this event the participant should: DESCRIPTION Lately in the news we have been hearing about tender irregularities and allegations of corruption involving government PPE purchases. The …

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Auditor considerations during this pandemic environment

SHORT DESCRIPTION August2020 Understanding the considerations to be taken by the auditor in this pandemic environment. WHAT YOU WILL LEARN By the end of this event the attendee will:   Understand that the COVID-19 environment has a direct impact on preparing the financial statements and auditing; Be aware of the wider consequences that may result from COVID-19 …

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062020 PAFA IFRS discussions

SHORT DESCRIPTION Technical Discussions On IFRS With The Pan African Federation Of Accountants. WHAT YOU WILL LEARN After attending this webinar you will be able to: Understand the impact of COVID19 on IFRS. Consider the proposed amendments to IFRS and other projects. Appreciate the work of the IASB and how they assist your firm. Understand …

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Company Law Amendments for Bookkeepers and Accountants

SHORT DESCRIPTION Recent company law amendments explained. August 2020. WHAT YOU WILL LEARN By the end of this event the participant should: Understand the purpose of the Companies Act, 2008; Know key proposed amendments and when they will take effect; Be aware of recent amendments that are already in effect; Understand how the amendments affect …

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OHS in the Workplace

SHORT DESCRIPTION July2020 To discuss the need for every employer to have a documented OHS workplace plan. WHAT YOU WILL LEARN By the end of this event the attendee should:   Understand who the Occupational Health & Safety Act (OHSA) applies to; Be aware of legislative COVID-19 documents issued by the Department of Employment and Labour: …

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CFO AFRICA 2020

The 3rd Annual CFO Africa Provides One-Stop-Platform To Discover And Discuss The Agility A Finance Leader Should Possess In Today’s World To Deliver Desired Business Results. WHAT YOU WILL LEARN Design Thinking and Strategic Leadership Design thinking and Strategic Leadership is focused on the connection between leadership and a strong capability to think outside the …

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How to Learn Anything

SHORT DESCRIPTION Motivational talk and practical guidelines on how to acquire new skills. WHAT YOU WILL LEARN 4 Steps on how to learn anything DESCRIPTION Staying competitive and advancing your career means learning new things. For many of us, there are more skills that we want to acquire than what we have time for. This …

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062020 GOING CONCERN: AUDIT PROCEDURES The COVID-19 going concern procedures required in audits, reviews and compilations.

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN By the end of this event the participant will be able to: Conduct an audit, review or compilation under going concern considerations. Keep appropriate working papers to reflect considerations of going concern. Prepare a report that protects against liability and is compliant with the requirements of the standards. STUDY UNITS 1: …

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Monthly Tax Update – April 2020

SHORT DESCRIPTION A summary of the most recent and relevant tax laws. April 2020. WHAT YOU WILL LEARN After attending this webinar you will be able to: Advise clients as to the latest tax amendments. Train your staff to prepare tax returns in line with the latest amendments. Issue a newsletter to your clients informing …

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Monthly Tax Update – February 2020

SHORT DESCRIPTION A summary of the most recent and relevant tax laws. February 2020. WHAT YOU WILL LEARN After attending this webinar you will be able to: Advise clients as to the latest tax amendments. Train your staff to prepare tax returns in line with the latest amendments. Issue a newsletter to your clients informing …

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Monthly Tax Update – January 2020

SHORT DESCRIPTION A summary of the most recent and relevant tax laws. January 2020. WHAT YOU WILL LEARN After attending this webinar you will be able to: Advise clients as to the latest tax amendments. Train your staff to prepare tax returns in line with the latest amendments. Issue a newsletter to your clients informing …

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Compliance with SARS, CIPC and Regulatory Body Requirements

SHORT DESCRIPTION Business accountants operate within a regulated environment and should keep up to date with new regulations issued. WHAT YOU WILL LEARN By the end of this webinar the participant should:   Understand relevant legislation and guidelines that need to be complied with;  Understand the penalties for non-compliance;  Be aware of recent updates and amendments to relevant legislation.  …

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Monthly Update – Compliance and Legislation April 2020

SHORT DESCRIPTION The Minimum Mandatory CPD Subscription Package That All Members Need. Update To Legislation And Regulations That Affect Members In Practice And In Business. WHAT YOU WILL LEARN Be aware of the latest legislative changes and what it means for your business, practice, and your clients; Be able to inform your staff and clients …

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Technology in Accounting

SHORT DESCRIPTION Highlighting the latest technological trends in accounting. August 2020 WHAT YOU WILL LEARN By the end of this event the participant should: Understand that technology is changing the accountant’s old way of doing things; Know of the tech trends that are happening in the accounting sector; Understand what this means for accountants in …

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IFRS for SMEs Section 28 and 26 – Employee Benefits & Share-based Payment

SHORT DESCRIPTION Aug2020 Explaining the provisions of IFRS for SMEs Section 28 Employee Benefits and IFRS for SMEs Section 26 Share-based Payment, and their practical application. WHAT YOU WILL LEARN By the end of this event the participant should: Understand the contents of Sections 28 and 26 of the IFRS for SMEs standard; Understand the …

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Agreed-upon Procedures – ISRS 4400 (Revised)

SHORT DESCRIPTION 082020 To discuss agreed-upon procedures as per the revised ISRS 4400. WHAT YOU WILL LEARN After attending this webinar you will be able to: Advise clients as to the latest tax amendments. Train your staff to prepare tax returns in line with the latest amendments. Issue a newsletter to your clients informing them …

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Fraud Considerations relating to Financial Statements

SHORT DESCRIPTION Discussing the need to be alert to the occurrence of fraud in financial statements. WHAT YOU WILL LEARN By the end of this event the attendee should:   Understand the implications of fraud on the auditor’s work; Understand the expectation gap that exists in practice; Understand ISA 240 in a nutshell plus its relationship to ISA …

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IFRS Update 2020

SHORT DESCRIPTION Recent Updates to IFRS that Accountants need to know. July 2020. WHAT YOU WILL LEARN By the end of this event the participant should: Understand the impact of COVID-19 on effective standards (IFRS 9, IFRS 15 and IFRS 16); Understand IFRS 9 Financial Instruments (excluding de-recognition and hedging); Understand IFRS 15 Revenue from Contracts with Customers; …

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Monthly Update – Compliance and Legislation July 2020

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN Be aware of the latest legislative changes and what it means for your business, practice, and your clients; Be able to inform your staff and clients on how to stay compliant; Adapt business models to fit new legislative landscapes; Receive references to documents and guides;  Have access to your own technical …

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IFRS 11 – Joint Arrangements

SHORT DESCRIPTION July2020 Explaining the provisions of IFRS 11 – Joint Arrangements WHAT YOU WILL LEARN By the end of this event the participant should: Understand what is covered under IFRS 11; Understand the difference between a joint venture and a joint operation; Understand how to account for joint arrangements; and Understand measurement and recognition …

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Independent Review Engagements

SHORT DESCRIPTION Guidelines on the Independent Review Process and providing accounting practitioners a practical approach to performing Independent Reviews. July 2020 WHAT YOU WILL LEARN By the end of this event the participant should: Understand what an independent review is; Understand how it differs from other types of engagements; Understand how to calculate the Public …

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Debt vs Equity – Financing business in a post-Covid world

SHORT DESCRIPTION July2020 Overview of financing a business through debt or equity and the legal and reporting requirements involved. WHAT YOU WILL LEARN By the end of this event the delegate should: Understand the difference between debt and equity. Understand how to account for debt and equity. Understand potential accounting complexities. Know the legal requirements …

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