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One Stop - Update for the Accountant in Business

12 - 13 May 2027 | Christchurch

20 - 21 May 2027 | Auckland

Updates | Strategy | Leadership | CPD Hours

Celebrating 30 years of keeping accountants one step ahead.

+ virtual tickets available for the Auckland agenda / dates 20-21 May, 2027

Get the essential update tailored to accountants in business at this bi-annual event & earn up to 15 CPD hours.

The One Stop Update has brought accountants in business the essential knowledge, insights and practical tools they need to navigate change.

The 60th edition brings that legacy into the future with two days and up to 14 CPD hours covering the issues shaping finance today, from economics, tax, IFRS, ethics and regulation to AI, automation, sustainability, data, cyber risk and commercial leadership.

The programme is designed to help accountants stay technically current, understand what is changing around them, and have greater influence inside their organisations.

30 years. 60 editions. 14 CPD hours. One essential update for accountants in business.

Why join One Stop?

Virtual and in-person learning opportunities
All-in-one opportunity to hear the latest updates for the accounting profession
Connect with like-minded accountants, keen to be at the top of their game
Gain up to 15 CPD points

CPD Hours

The CPD conference trusted by accountants and finance professionals for over 27 years.

Earn a majority of your annual verifiable CPD including ethics in our punchy, informative conference.

Venue - Christchurch

Address:

Novotel Christchurch Cathedral Square.

52 Cathedral Square Christchurch 8011.

Venue - Auckland

Address:

Crowne Plaza Auckland.

128 Albert Street Auckland 1010.

Virtual Ticket Option on 20-21 May, 2027.

Attend One Stop online from the comfort of your office or at home. Virtual option is based on the Auckland agenda.

On-demand content

Watch when your schedule allows: Every ticket includes on-demand access to presentations

Conference content will be available on-demand for 60 days.

Christchurch & Auckland Agenda 2027

8:30	Registration and Coffee
9:00	Welcome remarks from the Chair Auckland: Debbie D’Souza, Financial Controller/FP&A Manager, Mars
9:10	One Stop: The geopolitical outlook Understanding the geopolitical shifts shaping the global business environment What changing trade relationships and global uncertainty mean for New Zealand Implications for businesses, supply chains, costs and investment What finance professionals should be watching over the year ahead Stephen Jacobi, Managing Director, Jacobi Consulting
9.50	One Stop: The economic update The outlook for inflation, interest rates, growth and business confidence What the economic environment means for businesses and finance teams Key risks and opportunities for New Zealand businesses What finance professionals should be preparing for Tony Alexander, Economic Thought Leader
10:30	Morning break
11.00	Ethics & professional conduct: Navigating the grey areas Understanding legal responsibilities when patients display aggressive or harmful behaviour Examining obligations under workplace health and safety legislation Discussing when restrictions, boundaries or escalation pathways may be required Identifying practical strategies to protect staff while maintaining therapeutic relationships
12.00	The story behind the numbers: Making finance make sense Turning financial data into a clear, compelling story for non-financial audiences Explaining the why behind the numbers, not just reporting what happened Using simple language, context and visuals to make financial insights easier to understand Helping managers and business leaders see what the numbers mean and what to do next Practical techniques for presenting financial information with greater clarity and impact Auckland: Suzi Mattingley, Chief Financial Officer, Healthcare by Douglas Christchurch: Jeremy Warren, Commercial & Finance Manager - Sales and Marketing, Sealord Group
12.40	Lunch
1.40	One Stop: Employment law update Key employment law and regulatory changes What has changed and what is coming next Common issues creating risk for businesses Practical considerations for finance and management teams Auckland: Alastair Espie, Partner, Duncan Cotterill Christchurch: Julia Hurren, Senior Associate, Duncan Cotterill
2:20	One Stop: Tax update Key tax developments and upcoming changes What the latest changes mean for businesses Common areas of risk and compliance Practical examples finance professionals can take back to work Representant from Deloitte
3:00	Afternoon break
3.30	Cyber risk & finance: An interview with a finance leader Where cyber risk is actually showing up in the finance function Real experiences of fraud, data breaches, system disruption and the lessons learned How finance teams can spot risks and strengthen controls without becoming cyber experts What accountants should be asking their IT, security and leadership teams
4.10	Inspiration keynote: A story of resilience, reinvention & change A powerful real-life story of overcoming adversity Lessons around resilience, mindset and personal growth
5:00	Summary remarks from the Chair & Networking Drinks

9:00	Opening remarks from the Chair
9:10	Online and on demand: IFRS Update: What’s changing in financial reporting? Key developments in IFRS and financial reporting What changes finance teams need to prepare for Practical implications for reporting and audit Common challenges and areas to watch
9:10	In person only: Interactive session: Where do I start? Building the foundations for AI & automation in finance Understanding what data you already have and where it sits across your systems Identifying the repetitive, manual processes that are worth improving The accountant’s role in preparing data, improving processes and identifying opportunities What to automate first and where AI can genuinely add value A practical roadmap for getting started without needing a huge budget or transformation project Auckland: Abhay Padia, Head of Programme Delivery - Finance Transformation, Beca Christchurch: Liam Clarke, AI Delivery Change, Fulton Hogan
10.00	Case Study: Connecting the dots with AI, automation & its existing systems Where the business started, what wasn't working and why change was needed How they connected their existing systems, data and processes Where AI and automation are now being used across the finance function What has actually reduced manual work, saved time and improved the way the team operates What they learned along the way and what other SMEs could realistically replicate Auckland: Chandra K Raju, Finance consultant
10:40	Morning break
11.10	Power BI, Excel & Systems: Working smarter with the tools you already have Getting more from Excel, Power BI and existing finance systems Practical tools, shortcuts and functionality that reduce manual work Turning finance data into useful, interactive reports and dashboards Making reports easier to understand and act on Simple techniques attendees can take back and use immediately Auckland: Viveka D'Souza, Finance Agile Delivery Lead, Bank of New Zealand
11.50	Case Study: Turning sustainability data into a story that matters Moving beyond compliance and reporting Making sustainability information meaningful to decision-makers Connecting data, performance and business impact Telling a compelling story with sustainability data Christchurch: Shannon Ball, Sustainability Advisor, Christchurch Airport
12.40	Lunch
1.40	From accountant to strategic business partner Moving beyond reporting the numbers to understanding what drives the business Connecting financial insight to commercial decisions, performance and growth Asking better questions, challenging assumptions and adding value beyond the numbers Building credibility and stronger relationships with operational and senior leaders Auckland: Anna Abdo, Commercial Business Partner - APAC & Canada, Orion Health Christchurch: Aaron Williams, Dairy Operations Finance Manager, Goodman Fielder
2.30	Building influence: Difficult conversations, people & priorities Having difficult conversations and pushing back when needed Managing upwards and communicating effectively with senior leaders Balancing competing priorities while getting the best from your team Delegating, developing people and managing the pressure of the finance function Building the confidence and skills to become a more effective finance leader
3:10	Summary remarks from the Chair

8:30	Registration and Coffee
9:00	Welcome remarks from the Chair Auckland: Debbie D’Souza, Financial Controller/FP&A Manager, Mars
9:10	One Stop: The geopolitical outlook Understanding the geopolitical shifts shaping the global business environment What changing trade relationships and global uncertainty mean for New Zealand Implications for businesses, supply chains, costs and investment What finance professionals should be watching over the year ahead Stephen Jacobi, Managing Director, Jacobi Consulting
9.50	One Stop: The economic update The outlook for inflation, interest rates, growth and business confidence What the economic environment means for businesses and finance teams Key risks and opportunities for New Zealand businesses What finance professionals should be preparing for Tony Alexander, Economic Thought Leader
10:30	Morning break
11.00	Ethics & professional conduct: Navigating the grey areas Understanding legal responsibilities when patients display aggressive or harmful behaviour Examining obligations under workplace health and safety legislation Discussing when restrictions, boundaries or escalation pathways may be required Identifying practical strategies to protect staff while maintaining therapeutic relationships
12.00	The story behind the numbers: Making finance make sense Turning financial data into a clear, compelling story for non-financial audiences Explaining the why behind the numbers, not just reporting what happened Using simple language, context and visuals to make financial insights easier to understand Helping managers and business leaders see what the numbers mean and what to do next Practical techniques for presenting financial information with greater clarity and impact Auckland: Suzi Mattingley, Chief Financial Officer, Healthcare by Douglas Christchurch: Jeremy Warren, Commercial & Finance Manager - Sales and Marketing, Sealord Group
12.40	Lunch
1.40	One Stop: Employment law update Key employment law and regulatory changes What has changed and what is coming next Common issues creating risk for businesses Practical considerations for finance and management teams Auckland: Alastair Espie, Partner, Duncan Cotterill Christchurch: Julia Hurren, Senior Associate, Duncan Cotterill
2:20	One Stop: Tax update Key tax developments and upcoming changes What the latest changes mean for businesses Common areas of risk and compliance Practical examples finance professionals can take back to work Representant from Deloitte
3:00	Afternoon break
3.30	Cyber risk & finance: An interview with a finance leader Where cyber risk is actually showing up in the finance function Real experiences of fraud, data breaches, system disruption and the lessons learned How finance teams can spot risks and strengthen controls without becoming cyber experts What accountants should be asking their IT, security and leadership teams
4.10	Inspiration keynote: A story of resilience, reinvention & change A powerful real-life story of overcoming adversity Lessons around resilience, mindset and personal growth
5:00	Summary remarks from the Chair & Networking Drinks

9:00	Opening remarks from the Chair
9:10	Online and on demand: IFRS Update: What’s changing in financial reporting? Key developments in IFRS and financial reporting What changes finance teams need to prepare for Practical implications for reporting and audit Common challenges and areas to watch
9:10	In person only: Interactive session: Where do I start? Building the foundations for AI & automation in finance Understanding what data you already have and where it sits across your systems Identifying the repetitive, manual processes that are worth improving The accountant’s role in preparing data, improving processes and identifying opportunities What to automate first and where AI can genuinely add value A practical roadmap for getting started without needing a huge budget or transformation project Auckland: Abhay Padia, Head of Programme Delivery - Finance Transformation, Beca Christchurch: Liam Clarke, AI Delivery Change, Fulton Hogan
10.00	Case Study: Connecting the dots with AI, automation & its existing systems Where the business started, what wasn't working and why change was needed How they connected their existing systems, data and processes Where AI and automation are now being used across the finance function What has actually reduced manual work, saved time and improved the way the team operates What they learned along the way and what other SMEs could realistically replicate Auckland: Chandra K Raju, Finance consultant
10:40	Morning break
11.10	Power BI, Excel & Systems: Working smarter with the tools you already have Getting more from Excel, Power BI and existing finance systems Practical tools, shortcuts and functionality that reduce manual work Turning finance data into useful, interactive reports and dashboards Making reports easier to understand and act on Simple techniques attendees can take back and use immediately Auckland: Viveka D'Souza, Finance Agile Delivery Lead, Bank of New Zealand
11.50	Case Study: Turning sustainability data into a story that matters Moving beyond compliance and reporting Making sustainability information meaningful to decision-makers Connecting data, performance and business impact Telling a compelling story with sustainability data Christchurch: Shannon Ball, Sustainability Advisor, Christchurch Airport
12.40	Lunch
1.40	From accountant to strategic business partner Moving beyond reporting the numbers to understanding what drives the business Connecting financial insight to commercial decisions, performance and growth Asking better questions, challenging assumptions and adding value beyond the numbers Building credibility and stronger relationships with operational and senior leaders Auckland: Anna Abdo, Commercial Business Partner - APAC & Canada, Orion Health Christchurch: Aaron Williams, Dairy Operations Finance Manager, Goodman Fielder
2.30	Building influence: Difficult conversations, people & priorities Having difficult conversations and pushing back when needed Managing upwards and communicating effectively with senior leaders Balancing competing priorities while getting the best from your team Delegating, developing people and managing the pressure of the finance function Building the confidence and skills to become a more effective finance leader
3:10	Summary remarks from the Chair

8:30	Registration and Coffee
9:00	Welcome remarks from the Chair Auckland: Debbie D’Souza, Financial Controller/FP&A Manager, Mars
9:10	One Stop: The geopolitical outlook Understanding the geopolitical shifts shaping the global business environment What changing trade relationships and global uncertainty mean for New Zealand Implications for businesses, supply chains, costs and investment What finance professionals should be watching over the year ahead Stephen Jacobi, Managing Director, Jacobi Consulting
9.50	One Stop: The economic update The outlook for inflation, interest rates, growth and business confidence What the economic environment means for businesses and finance teams Key risks and opportunities for New Zealand businesses What finance professionals should be preparing for Tony Alexander, Economic Thought Leader
10:30	Morning break
11.00	Ethics & professional conduct: Navigating the grey areas Understanding legal responsibilities when patients display aggressive or harmful behaviour Examining obligations under workplace health and safety legislation Discussing when restrictions, boundaries or escalation pathways may be required Identifying practical strategies to protect staff while maintaining therapeutic relationships
12.00	The story behind the numbers: Making finance make sense Turning financial data into a clear, compelling story for non-financial audiences Explaining the why behind the numbers, not just reporting what happened Using simple language, context and visuals to make financial insights easier to understand Helping managers and business leaders see what the numbers mean and what to do next Practical techniques for presenting financial information with greater clarity and impact Auckland: Suzi Mattingley, Chief Financial Officer, Healthcare by Douglas Christchurch: Jeremy Warren, Commercial & Finance Manager - Sales and Marketing, Sealord Group
12.40	Lunch
1.40	One Stop: Employment law update Key employment law and regulatory changes What has changed and what is coming next Common issues creating risk for businesses Practical considerations for finance and management teams Auckland: Alastair Espie, Partner, Duncan Cotterill Christchurch: Julia Hurren, Senior Associate, Duncan Cotterill
2:20	One Stop: Tax update Key tax developments and upcoming changes What the latest changes mean for businesses Common areas of risk and compliance Practical examples finance professionals can take back to work Representant from Deloitte
3:00	Afternoon break
3.30	Cyber risk & finance: An interview with a finance leader Where cyber risk is actually showing up in the finance function Real experiences of fraud, data breaches, system disruption and the lessons learned How finance teams can spot risks and strengthen controls without becoming cyber experts What accountants should be asking their IT, security and leadership teams
4.10	Inspiration keynote: A story of resilience, reinvention & change A powerful real-life story of overcoming adversity Lessons around resilience, mindset and personal growth
5:00	Summary remarks from the Chair & Networking Drinks

9:00	Opening remarks from the Chair
9:10	Online and on demand: IFRS Update: What’s changing in financial reporting? Key developments in IFRS and financial reporting What changes finance teams need to prepare for Practical implications for reporting and audit Common challenges and areas to watch
9:10	In person only: Interactive session: Where do I start? Building the foundations for AI & automation in finance Understanding what data you already have and where it sits across your systems Identifying the repetitive, manual processes that are worth improving The accountant’s role in preparing data, improving processes and identifying opportunities What to automate first and where AI can genuinely add value A practical roadmap for getting started without needing a huge budget or transformation project Auckland: Abhay Padia, Head of Programme Delivery - Finance Transformation, Beca Christchurch: Liam Clarke, AI Delivery Change, Fulton Hogan
10.00	Case Study: Connecting the dots with AI, automation & its existing systems Where the business started, what wasn't working and why change was needed How they connected their existing systems, data and processes Where AI and automation are now being used across the finance function What has actually reduced manual work, saved time and improved the way the team operates What they learned along the way and what other SMEs could realistically replicate Auckland: Chandra K Raju, Finance consultant
10:40	Morning break
11.10	Power BI, Excel & Systems: Working smarter with the tools you already have Getting more from Excel, Power BI and existing finance systems Practical tools, shortcuts and functionality that reduce manual work Turning finance data into useful, interactive reports and dashboards Making reports easier to understand and act on Simple techniques attendees can take back and use immediately Auckland: Viveka D'Souza, Finance Agile Delivery Lead, Bank of New Zealand
11.50	Case Study: Turning sustainability data into a story that matters Moving beyond compliance and reporting Making sustainability information meaningful to decision-makers Connecting data, performance and business impact Telling a compelling story with sustainability data Christchurch: Shannon Ball, Sustainability Advisor, Christchurch Airport
12.40	Lunch
1.40	From accountant to strategic business partner Moving beyond reporting the numbers to understanding what drives the business Connecting financial insight to commercial decisions, performance and growth Asking better questions, challenging assumptions and adding value beyond the numbers Building credibility and stronger relationships with operational and senior leaders Auckland: Anna Abdo, Commercial Business Partner - APAC & Canada, Orion Health Christchurch: Aaron Williams, Dairy Operations Finance Manager, Goodman Fielder
2.30	Building influence: Difficult conversations, people & priorities Having difficult conversations and pushing back when needed Managing upwards and communicating effectively with senior leaders Balancing competing priorities while getting the best from your team Delegating, developing people and managing the pressure of the finance function Building the confidence and skills to become a more effective finance leader
3:10	Summary remarks from the Chair

Speakers to be announced

Speakers

Liam Clarke

Group AI Delivery Manager

Fulton Hogan Ltd

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Liam Clarke is the AI Practice Lead at Fulton Hogan, working across New Zealand and Australia from his base in Christchurch. He looks after the group’s AI strategy and investment case, runs BlueGPT (Fulton Hogan’s in-house AI assistant), and builds AI agents for areas such as tendering, financial reviews and design work. He also runs the a lot of the company’s AI training himself, with sessions ranging from 10 people to more than 500 on both sides of the Tasman. Liam joined Fulton Hogan almost a decade ago and worked in IT procurement, finance and project management before becoming the company’s first AI hire in 2025. He’s a PMP-certified project manager, and his focus is simple: getting AI out of the pilot stage and into tools people use every day, safely.

Abhay Padia

Head of Programme Delivery - Finance Transformation

Beca

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Abhay Padia is a finance transformation and enterprise change leader with over 15 years of experience helping organisations harness technology, automation, and data to improve business performance. Currently Head of Programme Delivery for Finance Transformation at Beca, he leads large-scale transformation initiatives focused on modernising finance operations, driving adoption of Oracle Fusion, and building organisational capability for AI-enabled ways of working. Prior to Beca, Abhay led enterprise transformation and AI-driven automation initiatives at One New Zealand, where he developed AI adoption frameworks and helped identify and scale high-impact automation use cases across the business. With a background spanning finance, strategy, portfolio governance, and transformation leadership, he is passionate about helping organisations build the foundations required to successfully adopt AI and deliver sustainable business value.

Shannon Ball

Sustainability Advisor

Christchurch International Airport

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Shannon Ball is a Sustainability Advisor at Christchurch International Airport, where she works across the organisation to turn sustainability ambitions into practical action. Her work spans circularity, climate and sustainability engagement with a strong focus on collaboration, stakeholder engagement and embedding sustainability into everyday decision-making. With previous experience at Kathmandu and Toitū, Shannon has worked across a range of sustainability challenges and brings a practical, people-focused approach to creating change. She is also passionate about connecting people and sharing knowledge across organisations and industries to accelerate sustainability outcomes. Shannon holds a degree in Environmental Management and Planning and a Master’s in Natural Resource Management & Ecological Engineering from Lincoln University

Suzi Mattingley

CFO

Healthcare by Douglas

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Suzi Mattingley is CFO at Healthcare by Douglas, a consumer wellness business built on the legacy of Douglas Pharmaceuticals and home to wellness brands Clinicians, Phloe, Braveface and Cadence. Her career spans SME to NZX50-listed businesses across New Zealand, Australia and further abroad, including senior finance roles at The Warehouse Group, Hallenstein Glasson, and international stints in Taiwan and the UK. Across this breadth, Suzi has built finance functions from the ground up and, just as often, brought finance further into the room in businesses where it already had a seat but not always a voice at the start of the conversation. She works closely with leadership teams, boards, and shareholders to turn financial insight into action, leading with empowerment to drive high performance. For Suzi, finance is not just a reporting function but a true commercial partner: the best decisions happen when finance is in the room at the start, not just reporting on it at the end.

Julia Hurren

Senior Associate

Duncan Cotterill

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Julia is a Senior Associate in the Duncan Cotterill national employment team. She brings over 20 years’ experience across all aspects of employment law. Julia advises organisations in a wide range of industries on employment matters, including performance and conduct issues, disciplinary and restructuring processes, medical incapacity, privacy and employment matters related to business sales. Julia has extensive dispute resolution experience and regularly represents clients in settlement negotiations and mediations. She previously practiced law in the UK and is known for providing clear, practical advice tailored to clients’ needs.

Debbie D’Souza

Financial Controller/FP&A Manager

Mars

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Debbie D’Souza, Financial Controller and FP&A Manager at Mars New Zealand, a company renowned for its portfolio of beloved brands including Snickers, PODS, Skittles, Whiskas, Royal Canin, and, following a recent acquisition, Kellogg’s, Pringles, and Pop Tarts. Debbie brings a wealth of experience to her role, having previously worked in auditing at KPMG, business advisory at BDO, financial accounting at DB Breweries, and as a Finance Business Partner at Tennis Auckland before moving to Mars. Her team were recently recognized as a finalist in the Brightstar Best Finance Team of the Year, underscoring her commitment to excellence in finance. Her passion lies in leveraging governance not only to safeguard the organization but also to enhance value and drive efficiency within finance operations. Debbie is known for her collaborative approach, partnering closely with other business functions to support strategic objectives.

Alastair Espie

Partner

Duncan Cotterill

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Alastair is a specialist employment lawyer who excels in delivering solution-focused advice that gets results. He is regularly engaged to undertake independent investigations into workplace complaints in both the public and private sector. Alastair also routinely advises employers on the setting up of investigations and engagement of external investigators, and also has extensive experience assisting complainants and respondents as they work through investigation processes.

Wellington Speakers

Scott Wright

Founder

The HI Company

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Scott Wright is a speaker, TEDx presenter and founder of The HI Co, with 30 years of senior commercial and executive leadership experience across iconic businesses including Frucor Suntory, Lion, Goodman Fielder, DB and Cadbury. A former Marketing Director, Commercial Director and General Manager, Scott has spent nearly two decades on executive leadership teams, leading strategy, driving growth, building cultures and navigating disruption from the inside.

His recent TEDx talk, What Are Your Yellow Shoes?, explored how to best invest in your Human Identity and presence as a strategic asset, not just a soft skill. Scott’s message for finance and accounting leaders is that knowing your personal leadership brand is a critical skill to underpin your effectiveness.

Tracy Bignell

Principal Advisor - NZ Professional Standards and Member Care, NZ Regulation, Advocacy and Professional Standing

Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand

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Tracy Bignell is Principal Advisor NZ Professional Standards and MemberCare at Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CA ANZ), where she has held various roles since 2017. In this role, Tracy assists the New Zealand Institute of Chartered Accountants (NZICA) to keep its professional and ethical standards, including the Code of Ethics, up to date. She also assists CA ANZ members to resolve professional and ethical matters themselves by talking through their situation, helping them to clarify the issues and providing further information and resources where appropriate. Tracy is a Chartered Accountant and her previous experience includes various roles at PwC in both Wellington and Toronto.

Cormac Denton

Managing Director

Playdough

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Cormac is a CFO who has helped multiple hyper‑growth companies scale through major inflection points.

Today, as a fractional CFO at Playdough (www.playdough.co.nz), he works with founders to sharpen priorities and make smarter decisions. He’ll reveal the common mistakes startups make—and how to steer them toward real, sustainable growth.

Hannah Howard

GM Finance & Commercial, Technology & AI

One New Zealand

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Hannah Howard is General Manager of Commercial & Finance for Technology, Data & AI at One NZ. Her team works across the company’s technology landscape to support sound investment decisions, network monetisation, and cost optimisation, bringing a commercial lens to some of the business’s most complex and fast-moving areas. Hannah is also at the forefront of practical AI adoption within finance, with her team leading initiatives that use AI to assess the accounting treatment of large-scale SaaS implementation programmes and to streamline business case development through automation. Her work is focused on turning AI strategy into practical, scalable business value.

James Carolan

Senior Manager

PwC New Zealand

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James Carolan is a Senior Manager in PwC New Zealand’s Gen AI Enablement team. He helps organisations upskill their people to use AI effectively and embed practical AI workflows that improve capability, efficiency and decision-making. His work focuses on responsible AI adoption, enablement, automation and helping teams apply AI in real business settings.

Kat Greenbrook

Data Storyteller and Founder

Rogue Penguin

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Kat Greenbrook is a Data Storyteller based in Te Whanganui a Tara, and Director of Rogue Penguin. She supports teams to tell clearer, more responsible stories with data.

Hiran Patel

Director, Tax

Deloitte

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I am a Director in the Tax Team at Deloitte in Wellington. I’m passionate about helping large corporates and privately owned businesses with their tax concerns, from reviewing income tax returns to group restructuring. I endeavour to understand all my clients’ circumstances, to provide comprehensive but practical solutions. I have worked in tax for over 14 years and in this time, have advised a wide range of clients across all industries. I particularly enjoy working with clients in property and have developed expertise in relation to tax issues on land disposals, which can be complex and ever-changing.

Robyn Walker

Partner

Deloitte

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I am a Partner within the Tax Team at Deloitte in New Zealand. This involves many things, including preparing submissions on behalf of Deloitte and developing thought leadership in the area of tax. I like to think about how tax developments really impact on Deloitte’s clients. I have a particular interest in tax policy and keeping up to date with all the many tax developments. I help Deloitte to advise the Corporate Taxpayers Group.

Liz Knight

Head of Cyber Security

Theta

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Liz Knight is a senior cyber and security leader with ten years’ experience delivering security strategy, operations and compliance across New Zealand and international markets. Since 2016 she’s led engineering and security teams, most recently heading Cyber Security at Theta where she manages a team cyber and network security specialists. She’s an ISO 27001 Certified Lead Auditor and Privacy Officer, and contributes to GenAI governance.

Emma von Veh

Partner

Buddle Findlay

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Emma is a respected employment specialist who advises public and private sector clients on all aspects of the employment relationship. This includes collective and individual employment agreements, disciplinary processes, bullying and harassment investigations, restructuring, personal grievances, employment and industrial aspects of mergers, acquisitions and statutory transfers, contractor/employee disputes, health and safety, and human rights and privacy matters.

Emma prides herself in assisting parties navigate difficult and complex issues in a way that minimises the risk of litigation, and damage to reputation and relationships.

Emma has experience in dispute resolution, and has represented clients in the Employment Relations Authority, Employment Court, Court of Appeal, and Human Rights Review Tribunal. Emma also regularly represents clients at mediation.

Julie Cressey

General Manager

TELUS Health New Zealand

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Julie Cressey is the General Manager of TELUS Health New Zealand, where she leads the New Zealand business operations and serves as a passionate advocate for mental health and wellbeing, making a meaningful difference in workplace mental health on a daily basis. As a recognised thought leader in the field, Julie spearheads innovative initiatives that address critical workplace mental health challenges across New Zealand. She brings a unique combination of strategic business leadership, deep mental health expertise, and practical implementation experience and offers audiences actionable insights and real-world business application, making her an invaluable voice in New Zealand’s evolving landscape of workplace mental health and employee wellbeing. Additionally, Julie currently serves as President of the Employee Assistance Professionals Association of Australasia (EAPAA).

David Pacey

Partner

Grant Thornton

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David helps organisations navigate complex accounting challenges by translating technical requirements into clear, practical, and meaningful insights. A specialist in International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), banking and insurance reporting, GAAP, and broader financial reporting matters, David supports clients in making confident and informed accounting decisions. With more than 20 years’ technical accounting experience across New Zealand and the UK, he is known for preparing rigorous technical accounting opinions, presenting at industry events, and contributing to leading professional publications. David is also actively involved in New Zealand’s financial reporting standard‑setting environment, shaping guidance that supports high‑quality reporting across the sector.

Julia Fink

CA ANZ

Vice President

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Julia is the Chief Financial Officer at the Climate Change Commission and a small business owner. She started her accounting career at Deloitte in Audit, moving into Deloitte Private. Julia was heavily involved in the roll out of public benefit entity financial reporting standards for registered charities in her former role at DIA Charities Services. This role led to her current position as a Board member of the External Reporting Board. Julia has been involved with CA ANZ since she was a provisional member, serving on the Women Accountants and Not for Profit Special Interest Group committees in Wellington, the Charities and Not for Profit Trans-Tasman Advisory Committee and the Wellington Local Committee and as a New Zealand Councillor. Julia was instrumental in setting up the CA ANZ Charity Reporting Awards and the Charity Law, Accounting and Regulation Conference.

Malcolm Bruce

Partner

KPMG

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Malcolm is an experienced professional, having been held multiple roles, from being an Audit partner – signing off on financial statements for a range of clients – to being the Chief Risk Officer at Kiwibank, and more recently providing Advisory and Consulting advice to clients across Governance, Risk and Compliance services. This gives Malcolm an exceptionally wide perspective to bring to his conversations. Malcolm specialises in the financial services sector but has advised clients across a range of industries. Malcolm leads a team with extensive experience in non-financial risk management, ranging from Conduct and Remediation, to meeting laws and compliance obligations to managing regulatory expectations. Malcolm has significant experience working with Boards, Executives and Regulators. Businesses are facing increasing numbers of challenges from both handling existing business requirements, doing more for less, to facing a raft of new expectations, requirements and emerging threats. He will share some of his learnings.

Tony Alexander

Economics Thought Leader

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Tony Alexander was Chief Economist at the BNZ for almost 25 years and has been out on his own as an independent economist since late-2019. He distributes the free weekly “Tony’s View” publication to over 29,000 subscribers each week, writes a weekly column for OneRoof, has a weekly video blog, and speaks at about 80 functions a year around New Zealand. He also runs five monthly surveys which give coalface insight into what is happening in NZ industry and the housing market in particular.

Stephen Jacobi

Managing Director

Jacobi Consulting

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Stephen Jacobi is Managing Director of Jacobi Consulting Ltd and NZ Director for the Australia NZ Leadership Forum. A former trade analyst, diplomat and industry association CEO Stephen led the NZ International Business Forum until earlier this year and has served as Executive Director of the NZ/US and NZ/China Councils. He is a well-known public commentator on trade and industry issues.

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8:00	Registration and Coffee
9:00	Welcoming remarks from the Chair Scott Wright, Founder, The HI Company
9:10	One Stop Update on the global macro-economic outlook and trade policies Exploring the global economic outlook and its impact on New Zealand’s economic performance Geopolitics and international relations – Trump, trade and tariffs: What will these mean for us Discussing global inflation trends and their impact on New Zealand’s monetary policy Global trade policy developments and New Zealand’s trade relationships Examining global trends and challenges including sustainability, digital, supply chain resilience and logistics on New Zealand competitiveness Stephen Jacobi, Managing Director, Jacobi Consulting
9:55	One Stop New Zealand Economic Update Exploring the current state of New Zealand’s economy and business confidence Predicting what we might see in 2026 – where are we heading next? Discussing sectoral performance and their unique opportunities and challenges Understanding the key sectors driving economic momentum and those facing challenges Implications of the current economic situation for businesses Tony Alexander, Economic Thought Leader
10:40	Morning break
11:10	The One Stop Ethics Update: Tax Planning, Sustainability, Use of Experts, Disciplinary Decisions and more Understand the latest proposed updates to NZICA’s Code of Ethics and the outlook for future developments Gain practical insight into ethical matters by exploring recent decisions from NZICA’s disciplinary bodies Peter Vial, New Zealand Country Head, Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand
11:50	Leading with impact: Essential leadership skills for accountants in business How accountants are stepping up as strategic leaders shaping business decisions Mastering communication and influence to drive impact across the organisation Inspiring and leading teams to deliver exceptional performance Championing diversity, equity, and inclusion for stronger, high performing teams Leading with integrity and embedding ethics at the heart of every decision Cultivating resilience for yourself and your team to thrive under pressure Scott Wright, Founder, The HI Company
12:30	Lunch
13:30	The One Stop Employment Law Update Key changes in New Zealand employment law Understanding changes regarding the high income threshold, unfair dismissal and recruiting highly paid roles A practical overview of the upcoming Holidays Act reforms, outlining likely changes to leave entitlements and calculations The costs of terminating employment – redundancy compensation, agreed exits, and unlawful dismissals Emma von Veh, Partner, Buddle Findlay
14:10	Effective communication and influencing skills for Accountants Communicating technical information and financial data clearly and concisely for your audience Framing solutions and problem solving to support impactful outcomes Leveraging smart data, reporting and partnerships to maximise business value Practical tips for building influence at executive and board level Debbie D'Souza, Financial Controller/FP&A Manager, Mars
15:00	Afternoon break
15:30	One Stop IFRS Update: Exploring global consistency and local flexibility Exploring the vision of IFRS as a single global accounting and sustainability language How jurisdictions, including New Zealand, adapt IFRS to local contexts The role of the IASB, ISSB, and regulators in balancing alignment and flexibility Practical strategies to maintain global credibility while ensuring local relevance David Pacey, Partner, Grant Thornton
16:10	The One Stop C-Suite Interview: Making the Switch from Technical Expert to Strategic Leader Work habits and practices that maximise individual and team effectiveness Approaches to managing people issues, building culture, and resolving conflict Practical strategies for interacting with the CEO and other executives to influence and collaborate effectively Key learnings and lessons from the experiences that have made these CFOs successful Stephen Morgan, General Manager - Finance and Commercial, Champion Flour Milling and 2025 NZ CFO of the Year
16:50	Summary remarks from the Chair Scott Wright, Founder, The HI Company
17:00	Day 1 close & networking drinks

8:00	Registration and Coffee
9:00	Welcoming remarks from the Chair Scott Wright, Founder, The HI Company
9:10	Startup Story: From Idea to Revenue – Lessons for Accounting & Finance Leaders Hear practical lessons from building an idea into a profitable business, with insights for accountants supporting innovative clients Financial lessons learned in managing cash flow, funding, and scaling operations Challenges in compliance, reporting, and accounting in a startup environment How accountants can add value and support business growth in early-stage companies Practical takeaways for translating startup experiences into professional insights Mike Mandis, Co-CEO, Oxygen
9:50	One Stop Tax Update Key updates and emerging issues in income tax, employment tax, and GST Inland Revenue’s current compliance activity and audit focus areas — and what these mean for organisations in 2026 Recent Inland Revenue statements and rulings and the practical implications for taxpayers Looking ahead to the Government’s refreshed Tax Work Programme and Budget 2026 predictions in an election year Alex Kingston, Partner, and Rachel Hale, Tax Manager, Deloitte
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11:00	AI in Accounting & Finance Overview of AI technologies and their relevance to accounting and finance How AI automates repetitive tasks and enables more strategic work How AI is transforming financial reporting and analysis How AI can streamline tax preparation and compliance Practical guidance for implementing AI solutions and overcoming challenges Nick Johnson, Senior Manager, KPMG
11:40	Case Study: Technology in Action—Solving Real Business Problems The challenge - A real-world business problem that required a more efficient, scalable solution The implementation - How innovative technology was selected, introduced, and integrated into existing workflows Overcoming roadblocks - Common barriers such as resistance to change, data issues, or system compatibility and how they were addressed Results & Lessons Learned - Measurable efficiencies gained, business impact, and practical tips for successfully adopting new technology Hannah Howard, GM Finance & Commercial, Technology and AI, One New Zealand
12:20	Protecting Financial Data: Essential Cybersecurity Strategies for Accountants Understanding current cybersecurity threats and emerging attack types such as ransomware and deepfakes highlighting cyber risk as a core business risk Assessing AI use, supply-chain due diligence, data protection, insurance considerations, and the legal and financial consequences of cyber incidents Strengthening people, processes, and leadership to reduce human risk and embed cyber security beyond a tick-box approach Liz Knight, Head of Cyber Security, Theta
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14:00	Balanced Decisions: Aligning Risk, Audit, and Board Governance Strengthening board capability through a clear understanding of risk management and assurance fundamentals Practical approaches to lift board risk literacy, enabling more confident challenge, oversight and engagement Defining and differentiating the role of risk and assurance functions in strategic oversight, governance and informed board decision‑making Leveraging risk and assurance capability to support balanced, value‑focused decisions that protect and enhance organisational performance Nigel Toms, GM Risk and Assurance, Watercare Services Limited
14:40	Building Resilience and Wellbeing for You and Your Finance Team Strategies to enhance personal resilience and manage stress in a high-pressure finance environment Promoting mental, emotional, and physical wellbeing within finance teams Techniques to create a supportive, adaptable, and productive team culture Practical approaches for leaders to foster resilience and wellbeing while maintaining performance Lily Olsen, Senior Learning Specialist, TELUS Health
15:20	Summary remarks from the Chair Scott Wright, Founder, The HI Company
15:30	Conference close

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Auckland Speakers

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Liam Clarke

Group AI Delivery Manager

Fulton Hogan Ltd

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Wayne Bloem

Director of Technology

Ritchies Transport Holdings Limited

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Abhay Padia

Head of Programme Delivery - Finance Transformation

Beca

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Jeremy Clarke-Watson

Deputy Chief Executive, National Security and Resilience

DPMC

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Catherine Buhler

Global Chief Information Security Officer

Fonterra

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Tony Arnold

Chief Information Security Officer, Technology Services

TSB Bank

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Tony Arnold is Chief Information Security Officer at TSB Bank New Zealand, bringing extensive experience in cybersecurity, risk management, and business process optimisation from 20 plus years in the industry. With a career spanning global organisations including Ford, Deloitte, EY, ANZ, and KPMG, Tony combines deep technical knowledge with strong leadership to strengthen organisational security posture. He is passionate about making cybersecurity accessible, ensuring stakeholders understand risks and can deliver business outcomes securely. Over the past eight years, his expertise in technology and risk has enabled him to deliver pragmatic, balanced approaches to managing cyber threats in an evolving landscape, fostering resilience and trust across the business.

Christopher Painter

Former U.S. Coordinator for Cyber Issues, U.S. Department of State

Former Senior Director for Cyber Policy, White House National Security Council

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Christopher Painter is an internationally recognised leader in cybersecurity, cyber policy, cyber diplomacy and combating cybercrime, with more than 30 years of experience at the forefront of cyber issues.

He served as the first U.S. Department of State Coordinator for Cyber Issues, where he led and coordinated U.S. diplomatic efforts on international cyber policy and worked with governments around the world to advance cooperation on cybersecurity and cybercrime. Prior to this, Christopher served at the White House National Security Council as Senior Director for Cyber Policy and Acting Cyber Coordinator, helping shape major U.S. cyber policy and international strategy.

Earlier in his career, he served as a federal prosecutor handling significant cybercrime cases, held senior roles within the U.S. Department of Justice and served as Deputy Assistant Director of the FBI’s Cyber Division.

Christopher is the founder of The Cyber Policy Group and is currently an Adjunct Professor at Johns Hopkins SAIS Europe. He continues to advise, teach and speak internationally on cybersecurity, cyber diplomacy, and emerging technology threats.

Kate Pearce

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A seasoned technology leader with over 25 years of experience spanning operational, delivery, and strategic roles across industries such as financial services, healthcare, and consulting. Currently serving as Acting Head of Cyber & Architecture at Foodstuffs South Island, contributing to enterprise leadership in cybersecurity, architecture, and risk, with a focus on embedding resilience and governance into platform and change decisions. Adept at leading high-performing teams, driving transformation, and fostering collaboration, with expertise in artificial intelligence, data, analytics, and digital strategy. Committed to maturing architecture capabilities and promoting risk-informed decision-making to deliver sustainable and impactful organizational change.

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Cassandra Davis is a Charge Nurse Manager in General Surgery Services at Middlemore Hospital. She has 20 years of health sector experience including senior nursing leadership across divisions. She completed her Master of Nursing with first class honours at Massey University, researching acute geriatric models of care and nursing workforce satisfaction. Cassandra has a background in clinical leadership, operational management and quality compliance. Serving as a consultant on the Professional Practice Committee, she contributes to oversight of clinical standards, nursing practice and hospital policy. She is dedicated to ensuring patient and whanau centred care across complex health systems and fostering psychological safety for resilient clinical teams.

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