About this programme

This course equips finance and accounting professionals with the knowledge and skills to design, implement, and maintain robust accounting and financial policies and procedures. Participants will learn best practices for compliance, risk management, financial reporting, and operational efficiency, ensuring alignment with international standards and organizational goals.

Duration

5 Days

Who Should Attend

Finance and accounting managers
Internal auditors and compliance officers
CFOs, controllers, and senior finance executives
Professionals involved in policy development, risk management, and financial governance

Learning outcomes

What you'll walk away with

By the end of the course, participants will be able to:

Develop and implement accounting and finance policies aligned with international standards
Strengthen internal controls and risk management frameworks
Ensure compliance with IFRS, GAAP, and regulatory requirements
Improve efficiency and transparency in financial processes
Monitor, evaluate, and update financial policies in dynamic environments

Course modules

What we cover, module by module

Module 1: Foundations of Accounting & Finance Policies

Purpose and importance of policies and procedures in finance
Linking finance policies to organizational strategy and governance
Key elements of policy design and documentation
Case Study: Development of financial policy frameworks in multinational organizations

Module 2: Compliance, Standards & Internal Controls

Aligning with IFRS, GAAP, and local regulatory requirements
Strengthening internal control systems to mitigate fraud and errors
Role of internal audits in policy enforcement
Case Study: Compliance failure and lessons from high-profile corporate scandals

Module 3: Financial Reporting & Risk Management

Policies for revenue recognition, expense management, and reporting accuracy
Risk identification and mitigation in accounting processes
Establishing financial approval and authorization procedures
Case Study: Risk-based policies in financial institutions

Module 4: Operational Efficiency & Technology Integration

Streamlining finance workflows with ERP and digital systems
Policies for electronic transactions, record management, and cybersecurity
Leveraging automation and AI for policy compliance
Case Study: Implementation of finance automation in large corporations

Module 5: Policy Implementation, Monitoring & Continuous Improvement

Communicating and rolling out finance policies across the organization
Monitoring compliance and measuring effectiveness
Updating policies to adapt to regulatory and market changes
Case Study: Continuous improvement of financial procedures in the public sector

Impact

Where the change lands

Organizational Impact

Standardized financial operations that reduce risk and improve compliance
Enhanced accuracy and transparency in financial reporting
Strengthened internal controls and corporate governance

Individual Impact

Ability to draft, review, and implement effective finance policies
Improved decision-making and analytical skills
Career advancement through specialized knowledge of governance frameworks

Dates and locations

Upcoming intakes

Every intake is limited to a small cohort. Booking closes when a date fills or three weeks before the start, whichever comes first.

Full calendar

City	Starts	Ends	Delivery	Book
NakuruNext	20 Jul 2026	24 Jul 2026	In-Person	Book
Kigali	20 Jul 2026	24 Jul 2026	In-Person	Book
Accra	20 Jul 2026	24 Jul 2026	In-Person	Book
Kisumu	27 Jul 2026	31 Jul 2026	In-Person	Book
Johannesburg	27 Jul 2026	31 Jul 2026	In-Person	Book
Dakar	27 Jul 2026	31 Jul 2026	In-Person	Book