Strengths

Darla Sycamore is a senior experienced financial executive with several years experience.

• Knowledge and experience with Pension Plans and Financial Institutions
• Interest in and experience with accounting policy development and application in different arenas
• Teaching experience at the university level
• Well-honed communication skills
• Well connected in the business community

While Darla is a sole practitioner she has a well developed network of contacts and can find the expertise you are looking for on specific assignments. It is also essential to work closely with existing full time resources in clients.

Types of Assignments

We have an open mind on the types of assignments that could be undertaken. They could be short term, medium term or longer term as and when you need them.

If you are a “publicly accountable enterprise” required to convert to IFRS

Identification, research and documentation of IFRS issues both accounting and non accounting, identify suggested approaches and make recommendations.

Perform an independent review of internal research prior to submission to management and/or auditors

Assist in training of staff

Assist in presentations, both within and outside company

If you are a systems developer

Advise on IFRS issues and evaluate suggested solutions to provide IFRS solutions to clients

If you are a Regulator

Assist with the training of staff 

Monitor and evaluate the progress of conversion by regulated companies under IFRS

Senior review of financial institutions and pension plans/funds

If you are an accounting firm

Contract research to supplement full time resources

Assist your clients in their conversions when they require independent research, not as a potential competitor

If you are a newspaper, magazine or internet website

Writing of current, thoughtful and insightful articles on other research pieces on IFRS and related issues

Other Ideas

Do you need someone to write a newsletter or blog on IFRS?

Are you in need of a person to help you with your IFRS training – development and delivery