Understand your fit to add value Accounting for Non-Accountants 2010 A practical understanding of accounting principles Canberra Sydney Melbourne 8 November 10 November 12 November
Accounting for Non-Accountants A practical understanding of accounting principles Gain valuable insight to basic accounting principles, systems and theories and how they relate to the workplace. The Accounting for Non-Accountants workshop provides a practical application of accounting processes, systems and theory for those who seek a broader understanding of the role of the finance team. The workshop takes a hands-on approach using real case studies and exercises. Participants will work through the accounting transactional flow in detail and gain an understanding of how it applies to their job function. Participants will also draw on the skills and knowledge of workshop facilitator, Chartered Accountant Steven Forgione, as they make the connection between accounting process, systems and theories and their application in the wider finance team. Workshop materials Participants will be provided with a comprehensive workbook detailing accounting theories and concepts. This resource includes practical exercises, solutions and an accounting terminology glossary, that enables participants to take their learning from the workshop to the workplace. Who should attend? This hands-on-workshop is suitable for those who work with or within finance teams as part of their role. This workshop is also beneficial for those seeking a revision of their basic accounting skills. Dates and locations Canberra Monday, 8 November 2010 Level 10, 60 Marcus Clarke Street, Canberra ACT 2601 Sydney Wednesday, 10 November 2010 Level 1, 33 Erskine Street, Sydney, NSW 2000 Melbourne Friday, 12 November 2010 Level 3, 600 Bourke St, Melbourne, Vic 3000
Workshop learning outcomes Participants will gain a practical understanding of accounting principles, the greater accounting functionality and how their role fits into the wider finance team. Key learning areas of the workshop include: > Introductory accounting principles and concepts, including debits and credits, and the different accounting entities > Accounting processes the flow of accounting journals and ledgers > Basic Goods and Services Tax, including an introduction to the business activity statement > Preparing a bank reconciliation, Trial Balance, Balance Sheet, and Profit & Loss Statement > The Cash Flow statement and its importance. Workshop session information 8.30 9.00am Registrations 9.00 10.30am Session 1: The Accounting entity concept Session 2: The purpose of bookkeeping/accounting 10.30 10.45am Morning tea 10.45am 12.15pm Session 2: The purpose of bookkeeping/accounting (continued) 12.15 1.15pm Lunch 1:.15 3.00pm Session 3: Bank reconciliations Session 4: Accounts preparation 3.00 3.15pm Afternoon tea 3.15 5.00pm Session 4: Accounts preparation (continued) 5.00pm Close Presenter Steven Forgione CA, Client Director, Bentleys NSW With over 12 years professional experience in this sector, Steven specialises in providing accounting, taxation and general business advice to private clients and small to medium sized businesses. He understands the special needs of high net worth individuals and business groups and has provided valuable advice to clients from a broad range of industries, including primary production, share trading, property investment and retail. How to register You can either register online, or complete the registration in this brochure and fax or post to the addresses below. ACT Post GPO 9985, Canberra, ACT, 2601 Fax 02 6122 6122 NSW Post GPO Box 9985, Sydney, NSW 2001 Fax 02 9290 2716 Vic Post GPO Box 9985, Melbourne, Vic 3000 Fax 03 9670 3143 Online Delegates can register online via our secure site at charteredaccountants.com.au/training
Registration form Accounting for Non-Accountants 2010 This form is intended to be completed for one person only. Please photocopy for additional registrants. Please print in BLOCK letters. 1. Please complete your personal details I am a member of: Your member number The Institute of Chartered Accountants in Australia Global Accounting Alliance (GAA) membership body Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) I am not a member of the above organisations. 2. Select your location Location Date Code Canberra Monday, 8 November ADANA110 Sydney Wednesday, 10 November NDANA110 Melbourne Friday, 12 November VDANA110 3. Select your package Per workshop (GST incl.) Member * Member Regional ** Non-Member Standard price $ 660 $ 572 $ 715 Title Surname Position Company First name All prices are in $AUD and include GST. Only one discount is applicable at a time. ie. discount offers cannot be combined. A copy should be retained for personal records. *Members price applies for staff members of chartered firms. **Members and delegates from Chartered firms working in regional areas (125km from location) or interstate will be eligible for a 20 per cent discount off the registration fee. Morning/afternoon tea and lunch included for all registered delegates. Special requirements (Indicate if you have any dietary or other special requirements.) Address Town/city State Phone Fax Mobile Email Postcode 4. Complete your payment details I wish to pay by: Cheque (payable to the Institute of Chartered Accountants in Australia) Chartered Accountants Amex Amex Mastercard Visa Diners Club Cardholder s name Chartered Accountants American Express the Institute s preferred payment option To unsubscribe from further communication relating to Training & Development events, please fill in your personal details and tick here. Card number Expiry date Signature
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