Overview

This is session one of a four-part online masterclass delivered in partnership with the Victorian Chamber of Commerce and Industry. The masterclass is designed to empower participants with the knowledge and tools to confidently navigate financial management, planning, and decision-making without prior training. If you would like to purchase the full series, please do so by clicking here.

IN THIS SESSION:
Financial Literacy - An Overview

• Understand why accurate financial reports are crucial and the role of accounting in business decision-making.
• Identify common financial challenges faced by businesses.
• Learn the basics of financial statements, including the income statement, balance sheet, and cash flow statement and understand how these statements reflect the financial health of a business.
• Understand the importance of financial literacy for business success.
• Interpret key finance terminology and jargon.
• Understand legislative and compliance requirements for small businesses.
• Learn the risks of unreliable accounting.

CONDITIONS:

• Each course will run for 2 hours.
• Recordings will not be made available under VCCI’s terms and conditions.
• Courses may be booked individually or at a discounted rate as a series.
• A minimum number of participants is required for this event to proceed. If the minimum is not met, the event may be rescheduled or cancelled. Registered participants will be notified in advance and offered alternative arrangements or a full refund where applicable.

PRESENTER:
Joe Bagnato
Joe is a qualified Certified Practicing Accountant with over 40 years of industry experience working across numerous industries both in the private and public sector. Having been a Principal operating his own accounting practice, Joe has assisted hundreds of SME’s throughout Australia achieve their business goals. Joe’s career has included being a member of both executive and senior finance teams and he has been responsible for the management of Finance, Human Resources, Facilities Management and Shared Services functions.

With extensive experience in management and financial accounting, financial reporting, systems improvements, process re-engineering, and project management, Joe has worked with numerous organisations to assist them in increasing productivity, improve staff culture, reduce costs and increase profits. Joe is an energetic and informative trainer whose countless real-life examples make the learning process easy to understand, meaningful and fun.