Program Objectives:

By the end of the program, participants will be able to:
* Gain knowledge of essential skills to enhance their ability to run the Finance Department.
* Manage finance functions in an organized and professional manner.
* Determine the reporting requirements for the Finance Department.
* Become skilled at personal organization, staffing and time management.
* Apply finance policies and procedures to add-value and communicate effectively with other departments.

This Program is designed for:
Financial managers, financial controllers, finance department heads, chief financial officers, accounting managers, senior finance officers, accountants, finance staff and analysts. This program is worth 25 NASBA CPEs.

Program Fees:
Per participant - USD 3700
Frequent nomination - USD 3330
(including coffee breaks and a buffet lunch daily)
One extra free place for every 2 paid nominees on the same program and dates
Discount Plans, Refunds & Cancellations Policy

Meirc reserves the right to alter dates, content, venue and trainer with a reasonable notice time.

Program Outline:

The Macro Finance Picture
* Vision and Goals
* The Purpose of the Finance / Accounting Function

Managing the Financial Function
* Managing Assets and Liabilities
* Customers and Vendors

Providing Financial Information
* Financial Statements and Budgetary Reports
* Other Internal Reports

Personal Organization and Time Management
* Staffing and Supervisory Structure
* Delegation and Priorities
* Peak Performance Time

Staffing the Finance Function
* Hiring the Best
* Communication Skills
* Evaluating Staff Performance
* Motivation, Compensation and Perks

Organizing the Accounting Function
* Teamwork
* Organization Types
* Cross Training and Backup
* Scheduling the Monthly Accounting Cycle

Finance’s Role Within the Organization
* Operational, Financial and Administrative Goals
* To Plan or Not to Plan
* Special Projects

Policies and Procedures
* Purposes of the Policies and Procedures Manual
* Communicating Financial Policies
* General Procedures