Sydney CBD & Online
Financial Accounts Workshop
Master the latest accounting standards and compliance requirements
Tuesday 8 & Wednesday 9 September 2026 | 14 CPD Hours
Stay ahead of the curve in financial reporting and compliance.
Navigate AASB 18, ASIC focus areas, and sustainability reporting with confidence. This intensive 2-day workshop delivers practical insights from new standards to real-world compliance challenges.
This two-day accounting CPD workshop is designed for finance professionals, accountants, and auditors who need to navigate the latest changes in AASB 18, ASIC compliance requirements, and sustainability reporting. Gain practical insights, refresh your technical knowledge, and prepare for what’s next.
We look forward to you joining us.
Day 1
Tuesday 8 September 2026
Day 2
Wednesday 9 September 2026
Time
9:00 am – 5:00 pm AEST
Location
Sydney CBD & Online
In Person
Standard pricing
$1,650 excl. GST
Early Bird pricing*
$1,540 (save $110) excl. GST
Online
Standard pricing
$1,430 excl. GST
Early Bird pricing*
$1,320 (save $110) excl. GST
Group discount: Buy 4 get 1 free
*Early bird pricing ends 8 August 2026
Earn 14 CPD hours across two full days (7 hours per day)
Why attend
Flexible access: Join in-person in Sydney or online from anywhere & 12 month recording access
Live & interactive: Engage with experts, ask questions, and participate in group discussions
Practical focus: Real-world examples, updated disclosure checklists, and sustainability reporting insights
Gain CPD: Earn 14 CPD hours across two full days (7 hours per day)
September is the right time to reset and review your financial reporting approach ahead of the December year-end — and to ensure your team is across every compliance change that has landed in 2026.
What you'll master
Apply AASB 18’s new profit or loss presentation requirements to your reports
Account for power purchase agreements with confidence
Navigate ASIC’s 2026 focus areas before audit season hits
Implement sustainability reporting requirements (including case studies)
Avoid common disclosure pitfalls that trigger regulatory scrutiny
Understand reporting requirements under the Corporations Act – New
Who should attend
Accountants
Finance professionals responsible for financial reporting
Auditors and compliance officers
CFOs and finance managers
Anyone seeking to stay current with ASIC requirements and sustainability reporting
Workshop Facilitator
Jimmy Cao
Associate Director IFRS Advisory Assurance and Advisory Services SW Accountants & Advisors
Jimmy brings 18+ years of assurance and advisory experience, including a decade at Big 4 firms across Singapore and Australia. Now specializing in IFRS advisory, financial reporting, and sustainability reporting at SW Accountants & Advisors, Jimmy is the key anchor for the firm’s financial reporting webinar series, delivering timely insights and updates to clients on evolving reporting requirements. Internally, he is responsible for technical accounting training across all staff levels, ensuring consistent capability development within the firm.
He is a member of both Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CA ANZ) and CPA Australia, and is a registered company auditor.
Workshop program & agenda
Day 1
8 September 2026
What’s new in 2026
Latest accounting standards, interpretations & agenda decisions
AASB 18: The new profit or loss presentation model
Power purchase agreements: Accounting treatment explained
Regulatory reporting updates across ASIC and other bodies
ASIC focus areas (Part 1)
Asset valuation: Financial assets, investment property, inventories & impairment
Revenue recognition: Performance obligations & agent vs principal analysis
Day 2
9 September 2026
ASIC focus areas (Part 2)
Provisions: Standard refresher & expected changes
Subsequent events: Quick review
Disclosure pitfalls: What auditors are flagging
AASB reporting framework explained
Revisit key reporting obligations under the Corporations Act (e.g. reporting relief)
Sustainability reporting
Current requirements & mandatory inclusions
Case study: Putting it into practice
Your questions answered
Live Q&A session addressing your submitted questions
Frequently asked questions
Yes. All registered attendees receive 12 month on-demand recording access, ideal for revision or catching up on anything missed.
No. Each ticket is valid for one viewer only. Our system restricts access to a single login per registration. If you have multiple team members who wish to attend, we offer group rates—please contact us for details.
Yes. We run a series of tax & accounting workshops throughout the year tailored to finance and business leaders and advisors, including:
- FBT – What you need to know for 2026
- Managing FBT & accessing opportunities in the NFP sector
- FBT essentials series
- Not-for-profit financial reporting workshop 2025
Discounts are available for attendees who register for multiple sessions. Please contact us for package options: eventsanz@thomsonreuters.com
Stay ahead of the curve in financial reporting and compliance.
Contact us
Attendee inquiries: eventsanz@thomsonreuters.com