Training Overview

The need to organize records for financial institutions cannot be overemphasized. Records management is a critical component for good governance, effective administration, transparency, accountability, delivery of quality services and evidence of a well-governed institution. Records provide a reliable, legally verifiable source of evidence of decisions, actions and the basis for determining compliance and responsibilities. 

Aim

Equip the participants with the fundamental knowledge, skills and attitude         required to effectively manage Finance records in all formats in order to ensure verifiable audit trail, maximizes profitability and comply with legal and other applicable requirements

Target Group

Finance Managers/Officers, accountants, Data entry officers, Data protection officers Compliance officers/ Internal auditors, Librarians/ Document controls, Records /Registry/ Archives Officers, ICT teams, Legal Officers, Security Officers, Risk Managers among others

Training Objectives

  • Understand Finance Records management and related concepts
  • Gain insights on the regulatory and laws governing the management of Financial Records
  • Align record-keeping practices with the current legal frameworks and tax regulations to eliminate statutory fines.
  • Understand the ISO 15489 standards requirements compliance and its application to Financial Records Management
  • Understand Records Management Processes from creation to disposal
  • Understand the Financial records management Policies and Procedure development, implementation and responsibilities for all Cadre of staff
  • Appreciate the role and benefits of records in enhancing Internal controls, auditing, and Fraud prevention
  • Understand the digital transformation and Electronic documents and Records management systems (EDMS) trends
  • Understand the value of Information Security, Privacy, and Data Protection
  • Understand the role of records as a Risk Management disaster recovery and Business Continuity tool