Finance has undergone a significant period of change over the last 3 years, which is now exposing many finance leaders and teams to a new range of risks. Uncover the techniques to mitigating these threats, reducing fraud, financial impact and compliance penalties.

Understand how government funding can be used to cover up to 100% of your training costs. This session will look at the different ways apprenticeship funding can be used, whether you pay into the levy or not. It will cover looking at new recruits to build a talent pipeline but also how it can be used to train existing staff.

This session shall explore key concepts such as: · Asset impairment due to climate change related physical risks · Reputational and commercial risks related to ESG factors, especially for firms which are lagging behind their peers in reducing their carbon footprint · Financial institutions’ use of regulatory ESG data and sustainability metrics to assess their exposure of ESG laggards · The use of carbon offsets and the prudent management of natural, human and political capital as part of a sustainability risks management function

The Finance department sits at the heart of the modern company, often providing specialist analytical and forecasting support to the business alongside its traditional role of bookkeeping and cash management. This talk explores how modern tools and techniques assist FP&A professionals in this increasingly demanding role.

In 2024, the UK's economic landscape presents dynamic shifts for finance professionals. Inflation concerns and geopolitical factors add complexity, demanding astute financial strategies for optimal outcomes. Gain valuable insights from one of the leading global credit insurers.

During this time of increasing economic uncertainty, business owners are facing unprecedented challenges – from stubborn inflation and rising interest rates to weakening demand. Gareth Anderson (Head of Business Management at Allica Bank) will draw on his 17 years of experience in financial services working closely with business owners, to uncover practical steps on how businesses can become more resilient to not only survive in the present but thrive into the future.

With global trade at record highs, Businesses are more exposed to currency fluctuations than at any time in history. Management of this risk is our speciality.

The company’s ability to create an effective financial administration in conjunction with internationalisation is crucial to maintaining control of the business, financial administration, financial reports, reliable data, compliance, taxation, regulations.