Registration Time: 13:45
Session Time: 14:00 - 16:00  No Break

Speakers: Ms Joanne Saliba & Mr Neil Manisalco

Venue: To be confirmed

Participation Fees 
MIA Members: €35.00

Non-MIA Members: €70.00

Retired Members: €20.00

Students: €30.00

10% discount for CPE Bundle Holders and group bookings
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We encourage you to forward your questions to technical@miamalta.org by not later than Friday 15th May.

BACKGROUND INFORMATION

The Malta Institute of Accountants is organising a 2 hour CPE session to guide practitioners through the MIA Guidance Note on the Audit Exemption Rules under Subsidiary Legislation 372.33 (Legal Notice 139 of 2025). The session will walk participants through the MIA Technical Release and focus on both the key provisions of the guidance and the practical aspects of applying the audit exemption in practice.

Why is the session of relevance to our members?

Participants will gain practical insight into how the audit exemption rules apply in practice, including key eligibility criteria, interpretational challenges, and professional considerations. The session will also provide feedback on additional questions and issues raised by practitioners since the issuance of the Guidance Note, with participants having the opportunity to ask questions and engage directly during the session

Target Audience

This session is relevant for audit practitioners, accountants, and tax professionals advising SMEs, as well as professionals involved in assurance or financial reporting. It is suitable for both MIA members and non members impacted by the new audit exemption framework.

Speakers' Profiles

Joanne Saliba is a Partner at PwC Malta, bringing over 20 years of expertise in auditing and financial oversight. She joined PwC Malta’s assurance division in 2002 after obtaining an honours degree in Accountancy from the University of Malta. She is the Chairperson of the MIA Audit and Assurance Group, a Certified Public Accountant, and holds a practising certificate in auditing.
Joanne has successfully led audit teams on a wide range of complex projects, fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation. Her leadership has spanned diverse sectors, with a particular focus on asset management. Since 2006, she has specialised in investment management, working with both local and international clients, including collective investment schemes and investment service providers. Her international experience includes audit secondments to PwC offices in Washington and Milan, further strengthening her extensive technical knowledge and professional expertise.

Neil Maniscalco is a Certified Public Accountant and Registered Auditor. He is a Director within the Audit and Assurance function at DFK Malta and in the past has held different positions within the audit department of one of the Big Four. Neil has practical knowledge and experience in auditing companies in various industries including manufacturing, retail, hospitality, property and IT. Neil also sits on the MIA audit committee.

EveNT CPE COMPETENCies

2 Core

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