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NITA AccreditedAdvancedPhysical + Virtual5 daysTOC&647

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

Overview

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
Learning outcomes

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.
Course modules

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
Impact

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.
FAQs

Common questions.

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The training covers cryptocurrency fundamentals, digital asset accounting, valuation, taxation, financial reporting, internal controls, compliance, and risk management.

Course finder

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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.