Introduction

The objective of the webinar is to help CIBA members understand the importance of well-maintained working papers in supporting financial statements and ensuring compliance. It will cover essential components, best practices, and practical strategies to enhance the accuracy and reliability of documentation in accounting processes. 

Category: Business Education – Financial Reporting

Channel 0 and 1: Foundation and Compliance

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Information

Format: Webinar

CPD Units: 2

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What will set you apart

By attending this webinar you will gain the following competencies:

• Importance of Working Papers: Why maintaining thorough and accurate working papers is crucial for supporting financial statements and ensuring compliance with accounting standards. 
• Key Components: What essential elements must be included in well-organized working papers, including documentation of transactions, calculations, and analysis. 
• Best Practices: Practical tips for organizing, reviewing, and storing working papers efficiently. 
• Compliance and Standards: How to ensure that working papers meet professional and regulatory requirements. 
• Defensibility: How well-maintained working papers help protect the integrity of financial reports during audits, reviews, and investigations. 
• Practical Tools: Useful tools and techniques to streamline the preparation and management of working papers.

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Certificate

The following event is awarded 2 CPD units in Business Education – Financial Reporting

1 unit for 1-hour CPD webinar

1 unit for assessment completed

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Presenter/s

Leana van der Merwe

Leana: Leana van der Merwe, with 18+ years in accounting and corporate governance, Leana leads technical support at CIBA and is a recognized thought leader in regulatory compliance.

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