THE INSTITUTE OF CERTIFIED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANTS OF KENYA
(established under the Accountant Act, Laws of Kenya)
Professional Forum – Nyanza Branch
Theme: The Future of Accounting
DATE: 26th October 2018
VENUE: Jumuia Hotel, Kisumu
TIME: 5:30pm to 7:30pm
Introduction
The history of accounting is rich and can be traced back for thousands of years with the modern form of chartered accountants having originated in Scotland. In Kenya, the establishment of the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya, ICPAK, in 1978 marked a crucial milestone and established accountancy as a formal profession. This was followed by significant progressive moves such as the adoption of IFRS, signing of double treaties and information sharing agreements with neighbouring revenue authorities.
The future of the accounting profession promises to be rich and complex, with numerous impeding disruptions. Smart and digital technologies have permeated business operations resulting in alternate currencies and money transfer methods. Technology advancements have also brought rise to big data and cloud computing. Away from technology, accounting profession now faces amassed pressure for transparency amid numerous scandals and claims of financial misconduct. The most recent development in the accounting field is the signing into law of the Finance Act 2018 which stands to greatly transform the profession in the coming years.
These among other expected changes have advised the organization of this forum which will seek to prepare professionals for the future.
Continuous Professional Development Units (CPD Units)
Members of ICPAK and reciprocating professional bodies will be awarded 3 CPD Units upon successfully attending all workshop sessions
Target Audience:
This Forum will be most beneficial to delegates drawn from both the public and private sectors particularly; Young professionals, Practicing Members, Accountants in Academia and those serving public interest entities
Financial Commitment
The charges for the forum are as follows:
| Category | Seminar fees |
| Associate Members | Kshs. 1,500 |
| Members | Kshs. 2,000 |
| Non-Members | Kshs. 2,500 |
Online Booking
We call on forum participants to note that booking is available only online at www.icpak.com/events and will close on the 25th October 2018 at 1700 hrs. Delegates are reminded to note that online booking for events is mandatory. This is available either online at www.icpak.com/events or on the ICPAK Live – A smart phone based application that is available from google store.
Further requests can be channelled to us via telephone calls on +254 733 856 262/ 727 531006 or via email to memberservices@icpak.com or emma.opiyo@icpak.com . We encourage members to regularly visit our website www.icpak.com for updates.
