8:30	Registration and Coffee
9:00	Welcoming remarks from the Chair
9:10	One Stop update on the global macro-economic outlook and trade policies The global economic outlook and implications for New Zealand’s growth Geopolitical shifts, trade tensions, and tariffs: what’s at stake for Aotearoa? Trade policy changes and how they affect New Zealand’s key export relationships Major global trends: sustainability to digital transformation and supply chain Stephen Jacobi, Managing Director, Jacobi Consulting
9:50	One Stop New Zealand economic update with Jarrod Kerr Understand what lies ahead for businesses and communities across Aotearoa The current state of New Zealand’s economy and business confidence What 2025 may bring: recovery, resilience, or uncertainty? Key economic indicators and updated growth forecasts Sector performance: which industries are leading, lagging or transforming? Housing market trends and their business flow-on effects Practical implications for planning, investment, and risk Jarrod Kerr, Chief Economist, Kiwibank
10:30	Q&A session with Jarrod Kerr
10:40	Morning break
11:10	Supply chain risk and resilience: What New Zealand businesses must prepare for Overview of recent global and regional supply chain disruptions and their impacts on New Zealand businesses Identifying financial risks associated with supply chain instability How to identify and manage supply chain risks when planning budgets and reporting on business performance The role of accountants in supporting scenario planning, budgeting, and continuity strategies Considerations around ethical sourcing, ESG reporting, and regulatory compliance in supply chain management Dave Christie, Director, Synergic Technologies
11:50	Deloitte One Stop tax update Gain insights into recent tax, policy, and regulatory changes in New Zealand, with a forward look at potential developments over the next six months Explore current corporate tax issues and understand compliance obligations for multinational enterprises operating in New Zealand Get the latest intelligence on Inland Revenue audit activities and strategies to ensure your organisation is well-prepared Discover the latest updates in GST and employment tax, focusing on key issues affecting businesses today Learn about global tax developments, and the impact for international business operations Hamish Tait, Director, Tax, Deloitte Haidee Watkin, Manager, Tax, Deloitte
12:30	One Stop Employment law update Understand how the gateway test will reshape contractor status Navigate the next phase of Holidays Act reform while ensuring compliance Plan strategic remuneration and dismissal frameworks for senior staff Understanding your policies on personal grievances and industrial action with the new legal landscape Stay ahead on pay-equity eligibility and claims processes Representative from PwC Legal
13:10	Lunch
14:10	One Stop risk update: Managing risk in a shifting landscape Understanding the macroeconomic shifts affecting financial forecasts, client behaviour, and regulatory thinking Key updates from RBNZ, FMA, and international standards bodies affecting regulatory requirements, and obligations Understanding the importance and direction of ESG and Climate-Related financial disclosures Managing ethical and reputational risk by addressing conflicts of interest, maintaining confidentiality, and upholding professional standards to protect trust and integrity Changes in the risk landscape and developments in risk management practices Malcolm Bruce, Partner - Risk Consulting, Advisory, KPMG
14:50	Forecasting for impact: Turning financial models into business drivers Designing financial models that deliver clarity and insight for decision-makers Building flexibility into your models to respond to shifting variables and uncertainty Using interactive tools to track performance and manage budgets in real time Embedding data-driven practices that strengthen your forecasting accuracy and value
15:30	Afternoon break
15:50	Mitigating the risk of ‘group think’: How to effectively harness neurodiversity in teams Exploring how cognitive diversity contributes to stronger financial decision making Understanding the unique strengths of many neurodivergent individuals in areas such as pattern recognition, attention to detail, and data analysis Gaining insights into invisible barriers that may be limiting individual or team potential, and contributing to blind spots Reviewing the business benefits that organisations like SAP, Microsoft, EY, Deloitte, KPMG, and Xero have experienced through embedding ‘neuro-inclusive’ practices, such as boosted performance and innovation Sharing practical strategies for creating organisations and leadership that supports diverse ways of thinking and working Jenny Turner, Founder & Director, Human Fabric
16:20	The One Stop health & well-being update: Improving workplace wellbeing and preventing burnout Exploring the relationship between mental wellbeing, personal resilience and business resilience - why workplace wellbeing matters in finance team Strategies for the moulding the work environment and culture to improve the well-being and productivity of all employees Understanding business responsibilities for managing the psychosocial risks of your teams Strategies to minimise burnout: Identifying potential burnout in yourself and in your team Techniques for reducing anxiety and stress and improving self-care to achieve better mental well-being and prevent burnout Jay Barrett, Principal Psychologist, Glia
17:00	Summary remarks from the Chair & Networking Drinks

8:50	Registration and Coffee
9:10	Welcoming remarks from the Chair
9:10	ESG and Strategy: Expanding the Accountant’s role in sustainable business Exploring how Environmental, Social, and Governance factors are reshaping business strategy and expanding the accountant’s role Reviewing key standards and local regulations impacting financial reporting Assessing how ESG factors affect financial performance and decision-making Applying financial controls and validation tools to build trust in ESG disclosures Aligning sustainability data with traditional reporting for consistency and compliance Highlighting the need for collaborating across business and working with sustainability, governance, and operations team for consistent ESG integration Mark Baker Jones, Climate Change Policy, Transition Planning, & Strategy Development, Te Whakahaere
9:40	One Stop Ethics Update: Delivering the ethical standards required from accounting and finance professionals Understanding the latest updates and revisions and to professional ethical standards Examining case studies, their outcomes, and key insights for the accountant in business to take note of Understanding and managing conflicts of interest Managing a breach of ethics: Steps to fix the problem, minimise fallout and avoid further breaches in the future What to do when complying with a fundamental principle conflicts with another Stephen Walker, Executive Director, Audit New Zealand
10:20	Morning break
10:50	Ethics, governance and legal implications for Data and AI use in Aotearoa New Zealand Defining ethics in the context of data and AI and why ethical considerations matter in digital transformation The Evolving Role of Accountants in the Age of AI Highlight the accountant’s responsibility in understanding, following, and upholding AI-related laws, standards, and internal policies Ensuring that AI systems used in finance align with regulatory expectations and ethical business practices Practicing responsible data collection and use by ensuring transparency, user consent, data minimization, and clear ownership and accountability Spotting and Mitigating Bias in Financial Algorithms Simon Martin, Partner, Hudson Gavin Martin
11:30	One Stop tech update Learn how to automate routine finance tasks to improve accuracy and save time Understand how cloud-based tools can streamline reporting and data access Discover how AI and analytics are enhancing forecasting and decision-making Explore digital tools that support collaboration in remote and hybrid teams Learn how technology can simplify compliance and strengthen audit readiness Joshua G McLauchlan, Partner, PwC Megan Nisbet, Finance Transformation Director, PwC
12:10	Lunch
	STREAM A
13:10	Leveraging AI for Accountants: Tools, trends, and transformation Understanding AI in the Accounting Context Distinguishing between hype and practical applications Overview of AI tools integrated into Excel, Xero, MYOB, and Power BI Exploring GPT-powered assistants for financial analysis and documentation Ensuring data privacy and maintaining professional integrity
14:00	One Stop Cybersecurity Update: What finance teams must know in 2025 Understanding how invoice and payment fraud is evolving, and how to spot the red flags before it is too late Reviewing access controls and learning how multi-factor authentication can strengthen your system defenses Securing AI tools used in finance workflows while maintaining productivity and compliance Knowing your role in the event of a cyber incident or data breach, including who to alert and how to respond quickly and effectively Robyn Campbell , Partner, Cyber and Privacy - Risk Services, PwC
	STREAM B
13:10	Level up: Turning excel skills into Power BI confidence Understanding when to use Power BI instead of Excel and how they work together Building your first report in Power BI using familiar Excel concepts Importing and cleaning data with simple, repeatable steps Creating visual dashboards that highlight trends and variances clearly Connecting Excel data to Power BI for real-time updates Using filters, slicers, and visuals to support better business storytelling Ingeborg Hawighorst, Digital Productivity Consultant, Spark
14:30	Afternoon break
14:50	Beyond the numbers: Leading with strategic vision Understanding that strategic leadership is the cornerstone of modern finance and how the role of finance leader has evolved beyond financial stewardship Practical tips for emerging finance leaders and on becoming more strategic leaders within their organisations Exploring proven strategies that will empower you to claim your authority, engage others and elevate your impact Developing the soft skills necessary for effective finance leadership and partnership Annelize du Toit, Country Finance Manager, Colgate-Palmolive NZ
15:20	CFO Interview What key trends are currently shaping the role of accountants in business? How is technology changing the way your finance team operates day-to-day? What do you see as the biggest risks facing finance teams in the next 12 months? What skills or qualities do you value most in your accounting and finance team? How is your organisation preparing for changes in tariffs and global trade dynamics, and what impact are you seeing on financial planning and risk management? What advice would you give to accountants looking to take on more strategic roles in the business?
16:00	Summary remarks from the Chair & end of the Conference

21-22 Oct 2025 | Grand Millennium, Auckland & Virtual

57th One Stop Update for the Accountant in Business

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Simon Martin

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Megan Nisbet

Jay Barrett

Hamish Tait

Ingeborg Hawighorst

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Annelize du Toit

Joshua G McLauchlan

Malcolm Bruce

Stephen Jacobi

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