Objectives

The course is designed to keep accountants and auditors up to date with changes to the Companies Act 2006 and other relevant legislation.

Key topics

In recent years there have been significant changes to the Companies Act 2006 and there is more change to come, with reform at Companies House. This course looks at the more recent changes that have taken place and the practical ways that accountants can help companies comply as well as looking at new proposals. In particular the course will cover:

Changes at Companies House as part of Companies House reform
Economic Crime Act 2022, as it impacts Companies House
Proposed changes to the form and content of the small and micro company regimes
The register of persons with significant control (PSC registers)
Confirmation statements
Appointment of directors
Changes to share capital
Company communications
Changes regarding company names
The electronic filing of company accounts
Practical problems applying the accounts form and content requirements
The content of strategic reports and other narrative reporting requirements
Tips to avoid accounts being rejected
A refresher on other Companies Act issues and other topical areas

Who should attend

The course is for all accountants involved in preparing and auditing company accounts and other aspects of company administration.

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