Training on Cryptocurrency & Digital Asset Accounting
Build expertise in cryptocurrency and digital asset accounting, IFRS compliance, taxation, valuation, governance, and financial reporting.
Duration
5 days
Live instruction
Delivery
Physical + Virtual
Cohort based
Level
Advanced
Working professionals
Certification
NITA reimbursable
For Kenyan cohorts
Language
English
All materials
About this programme
This practical training is designed to equip finance and accounting professionals with the knowledge and skills required to account for cryptocurrencies and other digital assets in accordance with emerging accounting standards and regulatory requirements. The training covers cryptocurrency fundamentals, digital asset classification, accounting treatment, valuation, taxation, financial reporting, internal controls, risk management, and compliance considerations. Through practical exercises, case studies, and real-world applications, participants will develop the expertise to accurately record, value, report, and manage digital asset transactions within organizational financial systems.
Who Should Attend:
- Accountants and finance officers
- Financial controllers
- Finance managers
- Internal and external auditors
- Tax professionals
- Financial analysts
- Risk and compliance officers
- CFOs and finance executives
What you'll walk away with
By the end of the training, participants will be able to:
- Understand the fundamentals of cryptocurrencies and digital assets.
- Apply accounting principles to digital asset transactions.
- Perform valuation and financial reporting for cryptocurrencies.
- Manage taxation and regulatory compliance requirements.
- Strengthen internal controls over digital asset management.
- Assess risks associated with cryptocurrency holdings and transactions.
What we cover, module by module
Module 1: Fundamentals of Cryptocurrency & Digital Assets
- Introduction to blockchain and cryptocurrencies
- Types of digital assets
- Digital asset ecosystems
- Case Study: Cryptocurrency adoption in business
Module 2: Accounting for Cryptocurrency Transactions
- Recognition and classification of digital assets
- Accounting treatment under IFRS and applicable standards
- Recording purchases, sales, and transfers
- Practical: Accounting for crypto transactions
Module 3: Valuation, Taxation & Financial Reporting
- Fair value and cost models
- Cryptocurrency taxation principles
- Financial statement presentation and disclosures
- Practical: Preparing digital asset financial reports
Module 4: Internal Controls, Risk Management & Compliance
- Internal controls for digital assets
- Fraud prevention and cybersecurity considerations
- Regulatory compliance and governance
- Case Study: Managing cryptocurrency risks
Module 5: Digital Asset Management & Emerging Trends
- Custody and wallet management
- Stablecoins, tokenized assets, and CBDCs
- Future trends in digital asset accounting
- Practical: Developing a digital asset accounting framework
Where the change lands
Individual Impact
- Enhanced expertise in cryptocurrency and digital asset accounting.
- Improved skills in valuation, financial reporting, and compliance.
- Strengthened ability to manage digital asset risks and accounting processes.
Organizational Impact
- Improved accuracy in digital asset accounting and reporting.
- Enhanced regulatory compliance and financial transparency.
- Stronger internal controls for cryptocurrency transactions.
- Better risk management and governance of digital assets.
Common questions.
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For corporate teams
Training 10+ professionals?
We deliver Training on Cryptocurrency & Digital Asset Accounting in-house at your offices, at a venue we arrange, or fully virtual. Customise the curriculum against your KPIs, and get a bespoke price for the cohort size you need.