Basic Set of Management Accounts – December 2024

Date:

2 December, 2024

Time:

Available from 08:00

Hours:

1 hour

CPD Units:

Category:

Management Accounting

Group:

Channel 0: Foundation, Channel 1: Compliance

Format:

Webinar

Product Information

Unlock the power of financial insight in our dynamic 1-hour webinar on the Basic Set of Management Accounts! Perfect for CIBA members, this session will teach you how to create and analyze management accounts that drive smarter business decisions. You’ll learn to master essential reports like income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements, and discover how to use them for effective budgeting, cash flow forecasting, and performance tracking. With practical tips, real-world examples, and insider tricks, this webinar will empower you to take control of your financial reporting and elevate your decision-making skills. Don’t miss out—level up your financial expertise!

What will set you apart

By attending this webinar you will gain the following competencies:

- Understanding Management Accounts:
  - - What management accounts are and their importance in business decision-making.
  - - Differences between management accounts and statutory financial statements.

- Key Components of Management Accounts:
  - - Income statement (profit and loss statement).
  - - Balance sheet (statement of financial position).
  - - Cash flow statement.
  - - Variance analysis and comparison against budgets.

- How to Prepare Management Accounts:
  - - Gathering relevant financial data.
  - - Structuring and presenting the information clearly and accurately.
  - - Importance of consistency and standardization.

- Using Management Accounts for Decision-Making:
  - - How to analyze financial information to support business strategy and operations.
  - - Identifying key performance indicators (KPIs) to monitor and improve performance.
  - - Using management accounts for cash flow forecasting, cost control, and performance tracking.

- Best Practices and Common Pitfalls:
  - - Tips on maintaining accuracy and relevance in management accounts.
  - - How to avoid common mistakes in compiling and interpreting the accounts.

- Tailoring Management Accounts for Different Stakeholders:
  - - Customizing the presentation of management accounts for various users (management, shareholders, investors).

Event breakdown

Welcome and Introduction (5 minutes)

- Overview of the session.

- Purpose and learning objectives.

- Brief introduction to management accounts and their significance.

2. Key Components of Management Accounts (15 minutes)

- Income Statement (Profit & Loss Statement): Structure and insights for decision-making.

- Balance Sheet (Statement of Financial Position): Understanding the financial health of a business.

- Cash Flow Statement: Tracking the flow of funds and ensuring liquidity.

- Variance Analysis: Comparing actuals to budgets for better financial control.

3. Preparing Management Accounts (15 minutes)

- Step-by-step guide on gathering data and compiling the basic reports.

- Tips for ensuring accuracy and consistency.

- Practical examples of management account preparation.

4. Using Management Accounts for Business Decisions (15 minutes)

- How to interpret management accounts to support business strategy.

- Identifying and using Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).

- Case study: Using management accounts for performance tracking and forecasting.

5. Best Practices and Avoiding Common Pitfalls (5 minutes)

- Tips for ensuring relevance and accuracy in reports.

- Common mistakes and how to avoid them.

6. Q&A and Closing Remarks (5 minutes)

- Open floor for delegate questions.

- Key takeaways and closing thoughts.

Certificate

The following event is awarded 2 CPD units in Business Education – Management Accounting

1 unit for 1-hour CPD webinar

1 unit for assessment completed

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.