Group accounting bundle
AAT Masterclass bundle
Master group accounting: from basics to advanced techniques.
Course Type
Video on demand
Length
1 day
What you’ll achieve
- Consolidation and goodwill: understand and strengthen your skills in the consolidation process, including the importance of Goodwill.
- Subsidiary challenges: Learn to manage and overcome common issues with subsidiaries, such as changes in holdings, with practical applications.
- Understand key accounting standards: grasp the key differences between IFRS and UK GAAP and their impact on group accounting.
About this bundle
This bundle includes Introduction to group accounting and Group accounting (advanced), providing accountants with the essential skills to navigate the complexities of consolidation and compliance.
With group structures becoming increasingly common, understanding how to accurately consolidate financial statements and manage issues like Goodwill and subsidiaries is crucial.
Clare, an experienced accountancy trainer with over 20 years of experience, specialises in IFRS, FRS 102, financial reporting, and auditing. She has delivered high-quality technical training around the world, helping professionals deepen their expertise.
Whether you're new to group accounting or ready to tackle more advanced topics, these sessions will equip you with the knowledge and practical insights needed to excel in modern finance.
This bundle is ideal for finance professionals working in group finance functions who are looking to strengthen their skills in consolidation, Goodwill calculations, and managing complex group accounting issues.
Meet the Speaker(s)
Clare Jones, FCCA
Clare Jones, FCCA
Clare is an experienced accountancy trainer, specialising in IFRS, FRS 102, financial reporting and auditing. Clare has been designing and delivering engaging high quality technical training to local and international audiences for over 20 years. Clare has delivered numerous courses around the world including Australia, Bermuda, Nigeria, Europe and the US. Her excellent communication and presentation skills maximise learning retention on courses.
Clare qualified with a top 10 accounting practice and she previously led the learning and development department for Baker Tilly International. Clare now specialises in delivering bespoke courses, incorporating both technical and personal development skills, to a variety of clients and supports businesses embrace their talent through successful training of their people.
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Syllabus
Introduction to group accounting
Embark on a journey through the fundamentals of group accounting with the following key topics:
Consolidation Process:
- reviewing the basic step-by-step approach to consolidation
- exploring the calculation of Goodwill and its significance.
Subsidiary Challenges:
- identifying common challenges with subsidiaries, including changes in holdings
- engaging in practical applications to reinforce learning.
Accounting Standards:
- understanding the primary differences between IFRS and UK GAAP
- analysing the accounting implications of these variations.
Group accounting (advanced)
This masterclass covers:
- A recap of the basic step by step approach to consolidation
- Calculating goodwill and subsequent measurement
- Common challenges with subsidiaries including changes in holdings
- Opportunity for practical application
- The main differences between IFRS and UK GAAP and the accounting implications
How to access
Once purchased you'll be able to access the AAT Learning Portal where you'll have 12 months from the date to access the learning materials. AAT Learning Portal allows you to view all the courses you've purchased in one place, monitor your latest training activity and create goals to help you achieve your training aims.
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