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M25097 - GAPSME Advance - A 9 Hour Package (Online)

  • 4 Nov 2025
  • 11 Nov 2025
  • 3 sessions
  • 4 Nov 2025, 13:30 16:45 (CET)
  • 6 Nov 2025, 13:30 16:45 (CET)
  • 11 Nov 2025, 09:15 12:30 (CET)
  • Online Webinar

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Registration Time: 13:15
Sessions 1 & 2  Time: 13:30 - 16:45 including a 15 minute break
Session 3 - Time 09:15 - 12:30  including a 15 minute break
Speakers: Mr Neville Saliba, Mr John Debattista & Mr Thomas Zammit
Venue:   Online Webinar
Participation Fees
MIA Members: €110.00
Non-MIA Members: €215.00
Retired Members: €50.00
Students: €80.00

BACKGROUND INFORMATION

GAPSME(General Accounting Principles for Small and Medium-Sized Entities) is the default accounting framework in Malta for accounting periods commencing on or after 1 January 2016. Maltese small and medium sized companies are allowed to use this reporting framework, yet required to comply with IFRSs (International Financial Reporting Standards) should they be recognised as large companies or subject to some exceptions.

SPECIFIC TOPICS TO BE COVERED DURING THE SESSION

    1. A detailed understanding of the general applicability of GAPSME
    2. General topics under GAPSME
    a. Accounting concepts
    b. General presentation
    c. Policies, estimates and errors
    3. Specific topics under GAPSME:
    a. Revenue
    b. Property, Plant and Equipment
    c. Investment Property
    d. Financial Assets, Financial Liabilities and Equity
    e. Investments in Subsidiaries, Associates and Joint Ventures
    f. Intangible Assets other than Goodwill
    g. Impairment of Assets
    h. Government Grants
    i. Leases
    j. Inventories
    k. Income Taxes
    l. Provisions and Contingencies
    m. Foreign Currency Translation
    n. Post Balance Sheet Events
    o. Related Party Disclosures
    p. Discontinued Operations and Assets Held For Sale
    a. Revenue
    b. Property, Plant and Equipment
    c. Investment Property
    d. Financial Assets, Financial Liabilities and Equity
    e. Investments in Subsidiaries, Associates and Joint Ventures
    f. Intangible Assets other than Goodwill
    g. Impairment of Assets
    h. Government Grants
    i. Leases
    j. Inventories
    k. Income Taxes
    l. Provisions and Contingencies
    m. Foreign Currency Translation
    n. Post Balance Sheet Events
    o. Related Party Disclosures
    p. Discontinued Operations and Assets Held For Sale

    Why is the session of relevance to our members?

    The large majority of companies registered in Malta fall below the medium company threshold, meaning that a good portion of clients for accountants and auditors will follow this reporting framework. MIA members are therefore encouraged to attend the sessions to obtain or refresh their understanding of the main concepts that one needs to apply under GAPSME, as well as how these concepts differ from those applied under IFRSs.

      Target Audience

      The course is specifically targeted to accounting professionals and students, especially those who are pursuing or intend to pursue a career in audit or financial reporting.

      Speakers' Profiles

      Neville Saliba joined Deloitte in 2024, bringing with him a wealth of expertise in IFRS advisory services, consolidations, and financial reporting framework conversions. After earning his Master’s in Accountancy from the University of Malta in 2020, Neville began his career in client accounting, which quickly evolved into a focus on accounting advisory. He has since supported corporate clients' Heads of External Reporting with complex IFRS and GAPSME challenges, alongside delivering tailored training programs. Passionate about advancing the accounting profession, Neville actively engages in industry discussions and frequently delivers lectures and CPE sessions on financial reporting topics.

      John Debattista is a Certified Public Accountant and Registered Auditor with over 20 years of experience in audit and assurance. Following a decade in a mid-tier audit firm, he co-founded Zampa Debattista, where he led the Audit and Assurance function as well as the Corporate Reporting Advisory team. John has extensive teaching experience, delivering lectures on audit and financial reporting for final stages of ACCA and ACA qualifications through the ICAEW (Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales). He has taught the ACCA Diploma in IFRS (DipIFR) and frequently speaks at audit and financial reporting seminars organized by various institutes in Malta. John also served as MLRO (Money Laundering Reporting Officer) in his previous firm, with a focus on AML compliance and risk management. His expertise spans the financial services, gaming, and hospitality sectors. He has worked internationally on specialized assignments in cities such as Zurich, Bucharest, Vienna, and London. In 2024, John joined Deloitte’s audit function to further his impact in the field.
      Thomas Zammit began his journey with Deloitte in 2014 as a student in the Deloitte Pathway Programme. Following the completion of his Master’s degree in Accountancy from the University of Malta, he transitioned into Deloitte Malta’s Audit service line. During this time, he gained invaluable experience leading audit engagements across the financial services sector, including insurance, asset management, and pensions.
      Building on this foundation, Thomas advanced into the role of technical IFRS specialist within Deloitte’s Assurance service line. In this capacity, he has provided advice on complex transactions under IFRS and GAPSME, authored in-depth technical memos and, more recently, has worked closely with C-suite executives on insurance undertakings to facilitate their transition to IFRS 17. His expertise also extends to the preparation of financial statements that ensure compliance with IFRS, GAPSME, and the requirements of IFRS 17 for insurance entities.

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