THE INSTITUTE OF CERTIFIED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANTS OF KENYA
(established under the Accountant Act, Laws of Kenya)
1st Professional Forum
Theme: Managing Tax Controversy and Disputes in a VUCA World
Date: 28th March 2018
Venue: Hilton Hotel – Nairobi
Time: 5:30pm to 7:30pm
Preamble
Modern Business environment has been described as Volatile, Uncertain, Complex and Ambiguous (VUCA). This complexity in business environment extends to tax compliance, increasing the risk of innocent omissions and the temptation to use injudicious means to minimize tax obligations. Tax authorities on the other hand are under pressure to increase revenues and address budget gaps. To meet the revenue targets, the government is employing more sophisticated technology, improving its administrative procedures and coming up foolproof tax laws.
Under the circumstances, the tax practitioner is duty bound to serve the clients best interests while helping his government meet its revenue targets. Reconciling the varying tax interests calls the tax practitioner to employ multi-disciplinary measures; first a proactive role eliminating all tax risks and controversies, secondly finding an amicable solution should any dispute arise.
During this forum, we shall explore practical ways of mitigating tax disputes, the dispute resolution mechanisms under the law and the respective roles of the tax payer, tax practitioner and the tax authority.
Learning outcomes
(i) To identify possible ways of preventing tax dispute.
(ii) To evaluate dispute handling mechanism under the Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) Framework.
1.0 Continuous Professional Development Units (CPD Units)
Members of ICPAK and reciprocating professional bodies will be awarded 3 CPD Units upon successfully attending the forum.
2.0 Target Audience:
Associate members, accountants in private and public sectors, tax agents, lawyers, tax payers association, accountants in business and other professionals drawn from other membership bodies keen on emerging issues.
3.0 Financial Commitment
The forum charges as follows:
|
Category |
Amount |
| Associate Members | Ksh. 1,500 |
| Members | Ksh. 2,000 |
| Non-Members | Ksh. 2,500 |
4.0 Online Booking
We call on Forum participants to note that booking for the 1st Professional Forum is available only online at www.icpak.com/events and will close on the 27th March 2018 at 1700 hrs. Delegates are reminded to note that online booking for events is mandatory. This is available either online at www.icpak.com/events or on the ICPAK Live – A smart phone based application that is available from google store.
5.0 National Industrial Training Authority (NITA) Reimbursement
The Institute is registered as a trainer with National Industrial Training Authority. The Institute’s registration number is DIT/TRN/47. Participants who are registered levy contributors should apply to NITA for reimbursement of their fees. Please note that this is applicable for Kenyan citizens only and subject to NITA regulations. Remember that to qualify you should apply to NITA for approval prior to the date of the conference. Further details can be obtained from their website (www.nita.go.ke).
6.0 Sponsorship’s, Partnership Opportunities & Additional Information
This forum presents a unique opportunity for brand positioning and communication that will enjoy optimal visibility before potential targeted customers. Armed with significant purchasing power and decision-making authority, the audience are a key target group for businesses. Sponsorship opportunities range from item sponsorship’s, exhibitions, advertising and sub-event sponsorship within the major event.
The forum intends to attract over 120 participants drawn from both the public and private sectors presenting a rare chance for exhibitors and sponsors. Those interested in sponsoring the event can reach us through raphael.nguli@icpak.com
Further requests can be channeled to us via telephone calls on +254 733 856 262/ 727 531006 or via email to memberservices@icpak.com or felista.kibe@icpak.com . We encourage members to regularly visit our website www.icpak.com for updates.
