Training on Financial Reporting
Ensure financial compliance. This course covers the principles and standards needed to prepare accurate and professional financial reports.
Next intake
20 Jul 2026 · Nakuru
Duration
5 days
Live instruction
Delivery
Physical + Virtual
Cohort based
Level
Intermediate
Working professionals
Certification
NITA reimbursable
For Kenyan cohorts
Language
English
All materials
About this programme
Financial reporting is the backbone of transparency, accountability, and informed decision-making in any organization. This five-day training equips participants with the knowledge and skills to prepare, interpret, and analyze financial reports in line with accounting standards and best practices.
The course covers the preparation of key financial statements, principles of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), ratio analysis, and the role of financial reporting in compliance and strategy. Through case studies, practical exercises, and real-world examples, participants will gain the confidence to produce reliable reports and use them for effective decision-making.
Duration
5 Days
Who Should Attend
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Accountants and finance officers
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Auditors and compliance officers
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Financial analysts and reporting staff
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Departmental managers who review or use financial reports
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Entrepreneurs and business owners seeking to strengthen reporting practices
What you'll walk away with
By the end of this training, participants will be able to:
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Understand the role and importance of financial reporting.
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Prepare key financial statements in line with IFRS.
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Conduct ratio analysis and interpret financial performance.
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Identify common reporting challenges and errors.
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Communicate financial information effectively to stakeholders.
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Apply reporting knowledge to support compliance and strategic decision-making.
What we cover, module by module
Module 1: Introduction to Financial Reporting
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Purpose and role of financial reporting in organizations
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Users of financial reports and their needs
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Overview of IFRS and GAAP
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Case Study: How weak reporting affected investor confidence
Module 2: Preparing Financial Statements
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Income Statement (Profit & Loss Account)
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Balance Sheet (Statement of Financial Position)
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Cash Flow Statement
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Exercise: Prepare sample financial statements from given data
Module 3: Consolidation and Compliance
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Group accounts and consolidated statements basics
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Reporting under IFRS compliance
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Handling adjustments and disclosures
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Case Study: Real-world example of non-compliance and its consequences
Module 4: Financial Analysis and Interpretation
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Ratio analysis (profitability, liquidity, efficiency, solvency)
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Trend and variance analysis
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Linking financial results to business performance
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Exercise: Analyze a company’s financial statements and present findings
Module 5: Reporting for Decision-Making and Communication
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Using financial reports to support strategy and operations
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Effective communication of financial information to non-financial managers
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Reporting challenges in today’s business environment
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Activity: Prepare and present a management report based on case study data
Where the change lands
Organizational Impact
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Improved accuracy and reliability of financial reporting
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Stronger compliance with accounting standards and regulations
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Better communication of financial performance to stakeholders
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Enhanced decision-making through clear and consistent financial data
Individual Impact
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Increased confidence in preparing and analyzing financial reports
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Stronger technical skills in IFRS-based reporting
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Ability to interpret financial results for strategic and operational decisions
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Career growth opportunities in accounting, finance, and auditing
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.
| 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 |
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27 Jul → 31 Jul·In-Person
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27 Jul → 31 Jul·In-Person
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