New! Taking the GRRR out of AGAR For Local Councils – 6.30pm – March 11th – Online
Taking the GRRR out of AGAR For Officers
Join us for an insightful session designed to help Parish and Town Councils tackle year-end financial challenges with confidence and clarity. The session is led by Lewis Anderson, PSLCC – an experienced Clerk, RFO & Internal Auditor.
This session is aimed at Clerks, Responsible Financial Officers (RFOs), and Councillors and anyone wanting to learn more.
There will be time for questions throughout the session.
- Reflecting on Past Challenges: Common Audit Pitfalls
A comprehensive overview of recurring common pitfalls for councils identified in internal and external audit findings. Attendees will gain practical strategies to address common gaps, learn from case studies, and ensure compliance with sector best practice.
- Preparing for Year-End: Key Actions for Compliance
A review of actions all councils should take ahead of March 31st to ensure that they are audit ready from an Internal Auditor’s perspective. This session covers responding to common over-looked governance areas, and ensuring robust internal controls are in place to remain compliant throughout the year.
- What’s New in the Annual Return: Assertion 10 and More
Stay ahead of regulatory changes with an in-depth look at the new Assertion 10, covering digital and data compliance requirements. Topics include email governance, IT policies, accessibility, and compliance. Learn how to meet the latest expectations for digital governance and data protection.
Training Provider:
Lewis Anderson PSLCC has worked in the local council and VCSE sector for over a decade, holding roles as Clerk, Responsible Financial Officer (RFO), Internal Auditor, and Councillor. He currently serves as Vice President of the Staffordshire County Association, Head of Standards & Improvements for the Internal Audit Forum, and CoChair of NALC’s Young Councillors’ Network. Lewis is also Head of GovFinance at Cloudy IT, and Director of Lewis Anderson Enterprises Ltd, a company delivering training to councils and sector partners.
An early adopter of Artificial Intelligence in local government, Lewis collaborates with sector partners to promote its use across all tiers and roles, driving innovation and efficiency in council operations.
Running time: 2 hours approximately depending on Q&A
Remote Access: Joining instructions will be issued closer to the time
Cancellation: A full refund will be given if 14 days or more notice prior to the date of the training course is given. However, this could cause an event to be cancelled if it becomes uneconomic to run.
Members £50 per ticket
Associate County Association Members: £50 per ticket
Non-members £100 per ticket
