Content

  • 2011 SRA Accounts Rules – a reminder of the key principles and important definitions that are not included in as much detail in the new rules
  • The 2019 SRA Accounts Rules – a detailed walkthrough of the new rules
  • An analysis of how things have changed compared to the new rules and areas where the requirements have not changed
  • A detailed analysis of all relevant recent SRA and ICAEW guidance and the impact on how firms should apply the SRA Accounts Rules
  • Common breaches of the Rules
  • Getting ready for the annual Accounts Rules audit
  • Other hot topics – including VAT on disbursements and Coronavirus considerations

Who should attend: Finance staff/support staff who work day to day with client money.

Presenter: Ian Johnson is a director in the firm’s Business Advisory Group and works closely with professional practices, especially law firms. He has considerable experience in advising a diverse pool of law firms on all aspects of financial reporting and accounting matters, including statutory accounts and audit issues. He regularly advises law firms on the SRA Accounts Rules, financial and regulatory compliance, restructuring, internal management reporting, financial forecasting and tax compliance. Ian lectures nationally on matters of financial management and compliance. He has also been a guest speaker at a number of seminars across the country for different organisations working within the legal sector. Ian is a member of the Executive Council with the Institute of Legal Finance and Management (ILFM), and is also a part of the ICAEW Solicitors’ Community Committee

How To Book

Please contact your Learning & Development Manager if you are interested in this course.