Finance for Non-Finance Professionals "Financial Literacy for Everyone: Bridging the Gap for Non-Finance Experts”

30-31 Oct, 2025, CONCORDE HOTEL KUALA LUMPUR

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Thilles Selvaraja is a distinguished Tax Professional with extensive expertise in Direct Taxation. As a Direct Tax Specialist and Chartered Tax Specialist (CTP), she
possesses in-depth knowledge of tax regulations,
compliance, and strategic tax planning.

 

She is also a licensed Tax Agent under subsection 153(1), authorized to provide tax-related services in full compliance with regulatory standards. Committed to continuous professional development, Thilles is an HRD Corp Accredited Trainer, empowering individuals and businesses with essential tax and financial knowledge through structured training programs.

 

Qualifications & Accreditations
• Chartered Tax Institute of Malaysia (CTIM)
Certification
Certified member of CTIM, demonstrating advanced expertise in Malaysian tax laws and regulations.
• Chartered Certified Tax Practitioner (CTP)
Accredited Chartered Certified Tax Practitioner,
showcasing proficiency in global tax practices and compliance.
• HRD Corp Accredited Certified Trainer
Recognized by the Human Resources Development Fund (HRDF) as a certified trainer, committed to
delivering high-quality training programs.
• Direct Tax Specialist
Extensive expertise in corporate taxation, international taxation, and compliance with local and global tax regulations.
• Malaysian Institute of Chartered Secretaries and Administrators (MAICSA)
Associate Affiliate member of MAICSA.

 

Thilles holds a BA (Hons) in Accounting and Finance and an MBA in Finance (General) from the
University of Southern Queensland (2013).

 

With a career spanning both corporate and
independent practice, she has worked as a Tax Senior in various local tax firms and a multinational oil & gas
corporation before establishing her own firm. She
specializes in tax preparation, advisory services, and
financial accounting, providing tailored tax solutions that simplify tax management and planning for
businesses.

 

Renowned for her ability to break down complex tax concepts into clear, easy-to-understand insights, Thilles has earned strong endorsements from business owners and professionals alike. Her strategic approach to tax solutions has helped numerous businesses streamline their tax processes with confidence.

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FOCUSING ON
  • Module 1: Basic Accounting Concepts
  • Module 2: Bookkeeping Documents
  • Module 3: Accounting Cycle
  • Module 4: Financial Reporting
  • Module 5: Cash Flow
  • Module 6: Business Tax Solution
COURSE OBJECTIVES

The Finance for Non-Finance Professionals course is designed to provide individuals with a foundational understanding of key financial concepts, tools, and techniques, enabling them to make informed decisions in a business or organizational context.

At the end of this course, participants will be equipped with the necessary financial knowledge to communicate effectively with finance teams, interpret financial reports, and apply financial principles to their own work, regardless of their professional background.

AFTER ATTENDING THIS COURSE YOU WILL RETURN TO YOUR JOB…
  1. Improving Financial Literacy: Gaining a solid understanding of essential financial terminology, concepts, and statements such as balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow reports.
  2. Enhancing Decision-Making: Making more informed business and operational decisions
    by understanding the financial implications of various actions and choices.
  3. Being able to Interpret Financial Data: Developing the skills to read, analyse, and
    interpret financial reports to assess the health
    and performance of your organization.
  4. Better Communication with Finance Teams: Increasing your ability to collaborate and communicate with finance professionals, increasing efficiency and understanding between departments.
  5. Cost Control and Budgeting Skills: Learning
    how to identify cost-saving opportunities, track budgets, and evaluate financial performance
    to ensure better resource allocation.
  6. Strategic Planning: Obtaining the ability to participate in and contribute to long-term strategic planning with a better understanding of financial forecasts, projections, and business planning.
  7. Increasing Confidence in Financial Discussions: Building confidence to engage in discussions involving financial concepts, helping you
    to add value to decision-making processes within your organization.
  8. Risk Management: Understanding the fundamentals of financial risk and how to
    mitigate it in various business scenarios, improving
    your overall risk awareness.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND
All Non-Financial Managers & Professionals who are interested in Finance for Non-Finance.
METHODOLOGY
Interactive Lectures, Group Discussions, Calculations, Individual Presentation and Q & A.
DAY 1
9:00

MODULE 1: BASIC ACCOUNTING CONCEPTS
Introduction to Accounting Concepts

  • Overview of the Importance of Accounting
  • Brief Explanation of Accounting Concepts
  • Significance of Basic Concepts in Financial Decision-Making
 

Dual Aspect Concept (Accounting Equation)

  • Introduction to the Dual Aspect Concept
  • Accounting Equation: Assets = Liabilities + Equity
10.45

MODULE 2: BOOKKEEPING DOCUMENTS
Introduction to Bookkeeping

  • Definition and Purpose of Bookkeeping
  • Importance of Accurate Financial Records
  • Relationship Between Bookkeeping and Financial Reporting
 

Types of Bookkeeping Documents

  • Sales Invoices
  • Purchase Invoices
  • Receipts
  • Petty Cash Vouchers
  • Bank Statements
 

Bank Statements

  • Understanding Bank Transactions
  • Reconciling Bank Statements with Bookkeeping Records
  • Detecting Discrepancies and Fraud Prevention
1:00 Lunch
2:00

MODULE 3: ACCOUNTING CYCLE
Initiating Transactions

  • Identifying the Source Documents (e.g., invoices, receipts, purchase orders)
  • Documenting Transaction Details
 

Recording Transactions

  • Entry into Journals (e.g., Sales Journal, Purchase Journal)
  • Double-Entry Accounting Principles
  • Classification of Transactions (e.g., assets, liabilities, equity)
 

Posting to Ledger

  • Transferring Journal Entries to General Ledger
  • Maintaining Individual Accounts
  • Summarizing Ledger Balances
 

Trial Balance

  • Preparing a Trial Balance
  • Ensuring Debits Equal Credits
  • Identifying Errors and Discrepancies
5:00 End of Day 1
DAY 2
9:00

MODULE 4: FINANCIAL REPORTING
Introduction to Financial Reporting

  • Overview of Financial Reporting
  • Purpose and Users of Financial Statements
  • Relationship Between Financial Reporting and Accounting Concepts
 

Financial Statements Overview

  • Explanation of the Three Main Financial Statements:
    - Income Statement
    - Balance Sheet
    - Cash Flow Statement
  • Importance of Each Statement in Providing a Holistic View
 

Income Statement

  • Structure of the Income Statement
  • Revenue Recognition Principles
  • Deducting Expenses and Calculating Net Income
  • Importance of Profitability Analysis
 

Balance Sheet

  • Components of the Balance Sheet
  • Assets, Liabilities, and Equity
  • Understanding the Accounting Equation in the Context of the Balance Sheet
10.45

MODULE 5: CASH FLOW
Introduction to Cash Flow Management

  • Definition and Importance of Cash Flow
  • Significance of Healthy Cash Flow for Business Success
 

Components of Cash Flow

  • Operating Cash Flow
  • Understanding the Cash Flow Statement
 

Cash Flow Forecasting

  • Purpose and Benefits of Cash Flow Forecasting
  • Developing a Cash Flow Forecast
 

Cash Flow Challenges and Solutions

  • Identifying Common Cash Flow Challenges
  • Strategies for Overcoming Cash Flow Issues
1:00 Lunch
2:00

MODULE 6: BUSINESS TAX SOLUTION
Introduction to Tax Deductible Expenses

  • Definition of Deductible Expenses
  • Importance of Identifying and Maximizing Deductions
  • Overview of Different Types of Deductions
 

• Tax Credits vs. Deductions

- Understanding the Difference
- Examples of Tax Credits
- Optimizing the Use of Credits and Deductions

 

• Tax Computation Framework
- Overview of the Tax Computation Process
- Taxable Income Calculation

5:00 End of Course