Saudi Arabia Webinar: Future-Ready Finance Skills for IFA Members | 7 February

The role of the independent accountant is evolving rapidly, driven by automation, rising client expectations, regulatory change, and digital transformation. In this environment, compliance alone is no longer enough.

This practical webinar explores the future-ready skills IFA members and independent accountants need to remain relevant, competitive, and profitable. It examines how practitioners can move beyond compliance to deliver meaningful business insight and advisory value — without the need for significant investment in new systems or large teams.

Designed specifically for small practices and independent accountants, the session provides clear, actionable guidance on developing technical, digital, strategic, and advisory capabilities, while strengthening client relationships and enhancing long-term value.

This webinar will cover:

  • How the IFA role is evolving in today’s market
  • The technical skills that remain critical for credibility and trust
  • Digital, data, and automation awareness for independent accountants
  • Transitioning from compliance to advisory-led services
  • Business partnering and delivering strategic insight to clients
  • ESG and sustainability: what IFAs need to know now
  • Communication and advisory skills to improve client impact
  • Practical steps IFAs can take immediately to become future-read

 

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Date: Saturday 7 February 2026
Time: 6pm KSA time | 3pm UK time 
CPD hours: 1
Price: Free

About the speaker 

Muddassir Farooq

Muddassir Farooq is a Fellow Member of ACCA (FCCA) and member of ICAEW with over 17 years of experience in finance leadership, advisory, and transformation. He works closely with independent accountants, small practices, and business owners to strengthen financial capability, advisory value, and long-term resilience.

Muddassir regularly speaks at regional and international forums, including BRICS platforms, on the future of finance, ESG, and the evolving role of accountants. His focus is on helping practitioners move beyond compliance, adopt future-ready skills, and position themselves as trusted strategic advisors in a rapidly changing profession