To develop, regulate and promote an internationally recognized accountancy profession that upholds public interest through capacity building, advocacy, innovation and sustainable practices.
THE INSTITUTE OF CERTIFIED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANTS OF KENYA
(Established under the Accountant Act, Laws of Kenya)
IPSAS Accrual Accounting Workshop – Northern Branch
Date: 18th -19th June 2026
Time: 09.00am -3.30pm
Venue: I-mall Hotel, Wajir
Overview
The Government of Kenya has made significant progress in strengthening public financial management through the adoption and implementation of International Public Sector Accounting Standards (IPSAS) Accrual Basis of Accounting. The transition from cash-based accounting to accrual accounting represents a fundamental shift in the way public sector entities recognize, measure, and report financial information. By capturing assets, liabilities, revenues, and expenses when they arise rather than when cash changes hands, accrual accounting provides a more complete picture of an entity’s financial position and performance, thereby enhancing transparency, accountability, and decision-making.
The first year of IPSAS Accrual implementation has provided valuable lessons for public sector institutions across the country. While considerable milestones have been achieved, preparers of financial statements have encountered practical challenges relating to inventory valuation, asset recognition, lease accounting, employee benefits, budget reporting, and the management of opening balances. Additionally, the emergence of sustainability reporting within the public sector has introduced new considerations for financial managers and accounting professionals as governments increasingly seek to demonstrate accountability for environmental, social, and governance-related matters.
As institutions move from the initial implementation phase towards embedding accrual accounting practices into routine financial management processes, there is a growing need for continued capacity building, experience sharing, and practical guidance. The Institute, through its Northern Branch, has therefore organized a two-day IPSAS Accrual Accounting Workshop to provide a platform for learning, reflection, and professional engagement among public sector finance practitioners.
Based on these crucial developments, the workshop will address the following areas:
Target Audience
This workshop will be useful to all professional Accountants and those aspiring to join the profession, Compliance and Risk Management Officers, Internal and External Auditors.
 Continuous Professional Development Units (CPD UNITS):
Members of ICPAK and those from reciprocating professional bodies will be awarded 14 Structured CPD Units upon successfully completion of the seminar.
Financial Commitment:
The workshop charges are Kes. 10,000. Charges will cater for the seminar fees, learning materials, and e-certificates of attendance.
Online Booking:
Registration: Delegates are reminded to note that online booking for the seminar is mandatory Online Booking We call on workshop participants to note that booking is available only online at www.icpak.com and will close one day before the training session. Delegates are reminded to note that online booking for the training is mandatory.
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).
Further requests can be channeled to us via telephone calls on +254 0723 237885, or via email to Ladhan Abdi at ladhan.abdi@icpak.com with a copy to memberservices@icpak.com.
We encourage members to regularly visit our website https://www.icpak.com for updates.
To develop, regulate and promote an internationally recognized accountancy profession that upholds public interest through capacity building, advocacy, innovation and sustainable practices.
