Accounting for and Auditing Charities

This practical course ensures that attendees are up to date with current issues and developments in the charity sector. It is relevant for those staff and partners involved in the preparation of charity annual reports as well as those working on conducting independent examinations and audit assignments for charities.
The content of the course will include: Revision of the basics – areas which often cause problems in charity financial reporting, including fund accounting; The impact of CIOs (Charitable Incorporated Organisations) – how do they differ from other charities? Recent developments in guidance from the Charity Commission and general developments in the sector; Common problems identified on charity audit and independent examination assignments; The future – including preparing for the new  Charities SORP and how this may impact clients