Mastering Annual Reporting for Company Secretaries: A Best Practice Guide

Introduction

Annual reporting is the backbone to transparency, adherence and good corporate governance. In this session, we will unpack the intricacies of annual reporting, focusing on recent developments, legal obligations, and ensuring you stay compliant with the latest regulations and best practices.

With recent changes in regulatory standards and expectations around environmental, social, and governance (ESG) reporting, it is crucial for company secretaries to stay up to date. Failure to comply with reporting requirements could lead to penalties, tarnished reputation or loss of business opportunities.

You will learn to leverage the most current tools, practices and best practices when preparing reports that adhere to compliance regulations and you will gain strategic insights that will not only enhance your reporting capabilities but also add significant value to your organisation.

What You Will Learn

This live and interactive course will help participants learn how to:

• Navigate the legal framework governing annual reports, including recent legislative changes
• Implement best practices for drafting, reviewing, and finalising annual reports
• Understand financial and non-financial disclosures, including the impact of ESG requirements
• Overcome common challenges in report preparation and approval
• Use technology and digital tools to enhance the reporting process
• Engage effectively with boards, stakeholders, and auditors throughout the annual reporting process
• Avoid common pitfalls that could lead to non-compliance or governance issues

Recording of live sessions: Soon after the Learn Live session has taken place you will be able to go back and access the recording - should you wish to revisit the material discussed.