Understanding accounting systems and controls

One half-day

22 September 2026, 09:30 - 12:30 (UK)

This half-day workshop shows delegates how to implement controls within the accounting system that can be used to protect the organisation from theft and errors before they take place. All organisations are at risk of fraud and this programme aims to assist business owners and managers who need to protect their organisation’s assets.

Understanding accounting systems and controls

Public course booking

Members: £219pp
Non-members: £279pp

To book this workshop for yourself or up to 6 Delegates, please complete the below form:

Corporate (In-house) training

To book this workshop for your company as a corporate (in-house) training session for between 7-16 Delegates, on a date that's convenient for you, please complete the below form to register your interest:

Summary

 Dates: 22 September 2026

Timings: 09:30-12:30 (UK)

 Duration: One half-day

 No of attendees: Up to 12

Format: Online - virtual delivery

CPD: Recognised

Trainer: The Association of Accounting Techniques (AAT)

 Price: £219 Members / £279 Non Members

Workshop Overview

This one half-day online interactive training workshop, will cover: 

• Internal control systems and fraud
• Cash, sales, purchases, payroll and expenses systems
• Techniques for identifying issues

What will I achieve by attending the workshop? 

After completing the workshop, delegates will have learned:

• to understand the accounting system and its purpose
• how to implement internal controls
• about fraud and how to prevent it
• how to use management information systems to identify fraud
• how to read and understand key performance indicators
• variance analysis: how to use it to monitor and control budgets
• confidence and effectiveness when using financial systems to increase their efficiency
• the knowledge and confidence to use accounting systems and understand the tools they can use to assist internal processes.

Who should attend?

The workshop is suitable for business owners and finance managers who need to identify and protect against potential fraud, as well as for those who need a good understanding of finance systems to ensure efficiency and help them train their staff effectively.

Corporate Solutions

As part of our commitment to advancing professional standards within the sector, the CII offers a comprehensive suite of training and development solutions. These are designed to provide a structured, collaborative approach to skills enhancement, fully aligned with our internationally recognised Professional Map.  We offer workshops covering exam revision, technical training and business and leadership topics. 

Whether you're looking to upskill employees, support career progression, or drive business success, our bespoke training solutions can elevate and future proof the competencies required across your workforce. 

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For enquiries about this course, please email to: business.enquiries@cii.co.uk

Please note: The price of the workshop is based on British Pound Sterling (GBP). The purchase price will be processed using the relevant international currency conversion rate at the point of sale. Contact us for further information.

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