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Financial accounts workshop 2026

18-19 March 2026 | Sydney CBD & Online | 14 CPD Hours

Financial Accounts Workshop 2026 Master the latest accounting standards and compliance requirements

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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. 

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 the new Tier 3 framework for NFP entities

Who should attend?

  • Accountants and finance professionals responsible for financial reporting
  • Auditors and compliance officers
  • CFOs and finance managers in corporate and NFP sectors
  • Anyone seeking to stay current with ASIC requirements and sustainability reporting

Why you should attend

  • Flexible access: Join in-person in Sydney or online from anywhere
  • 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)

March is the perfect time to prepare for year-end reporting and upcoming compliance changes. Early bird pricing ends 18 February—secure your spot and save $110.

Frequently asked questions 

  • Yes. All registered attendees receive 30-day on-demand recording access perfect for revision or catching anything you 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:

    Discounts are available for attendees who register for multiple sessions. Please contact us for package options: eventsanz@thomsonreuters.com

    • Date

    Day 1 – Wednesday 18 March
    Day 2 – Thursday 19 March

    Location

    Sydney CBD & Online

    Time

    9:00 AM – 5:00 PM AEDT

    Cost

    In-person (Sydney CBD)

    • Early bird: $1,540 (save $110) – ends 18 Feb
    • Standard: $1,650

    Online access

    • Early bird: $1,320 (save $110) – ends 18 Feb
    • Standard: $1,430

      Prices are excl. GST

    Group discount: Buy 4 get 1 free

    For event enquiries, please email eventsanz@thomsonreuters.com

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    Workshop program & agenda

    Day 1 – Wednesday 18 March (9:00 AM – 5:00 PM AEDT)

    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 – Thursday 19 March (9:00 AM–5:00 PM AEDT)

    ASIC focus areas (Part 2)

    • Provisions: Standard refresher & expected changes
    • Subsequent events: Quick review
    • Disclosure pitfalls: What auditors are flagging

    NFP-specific updates

    • Tier 3 framework: Implementation roadmap

    Sustainability reporting

    • Current requirements & mandatory inclusions
    • Case study: Putting it into practice

    Your questions answered

    • Live Q&A session addressing your submitted questions

    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.