3-CPD Virtual Event

FinQuery’s FRS 102 Lease Accounting Summit

Thursday, 19 March 2026

1 P.M. – 4 P.M. GMT
9 A.M. – 12 P.M. EST

Subject
Accounting

Location
Online

CPD Credits
3

The FRS 102 lease accounting amendments represent a significant shift for businesses across the UK and the Republic of Ireland. Are you prepared?

Join our upcoming summit, featuring guest speakers from KPMG and insights from FinQuery customers, as we deliver a comprehensive look at the new standards—from gathering your leases, starting the initial transition with journal entry examples, to a live, expert-led roundtable discussion.

Get a Step-by-Step Roadmap to master every phase of the transition—from initial portfolio analysis to final reporting adjustments—to ensure you’re fully compliant.
Identify exemptions and exclusions from the amendments. While the goal is to bring most leases onto the balance sheet, there are specific exemptions you must be aware of.
Hear real-life lessons from early adopters and join a live Q&A with our expert panel.
Embrace Efficiency: We will provide actionable strategies to free up your time from manual data entry and error-checking.
Learn how to automate reporting and centralize lease data to ensure your financial schedules are validated, complete, and audit-ready.

Register & Earn 3 Free CPD Credits

Agenda

19 March 2026, 1:00 – 4:00 PM GMT | 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM EST

1:00 – 1:55 PM GMT

Session 1

FRS 102 Basics & Lease Transition Example

SPEAKER

Rachel Reed
Team Lead, Sr. Technical Accounting Consultant, FinQuery

2:00 – 2:55 PM GMT

Session 2

FRS 102 Lease Modifications + Lessons Learned

SPEAKER

Taylor Guthrie
Technical Accounting Consultant, FinQuery

3:00 – 3:55 PM GMT

Session 3

Roundtable: Advice from the Experts

SPEAKERS

David Buchanan, Senior Manager, Product Accounting, FinQuery (Moderator)

John Balmforth, Senior Manager, Professional Services, FinQuery

Simon Cooper, Partner, Accounting Advisory Services, KPMG UK

Paul Cherubin, Founder & Technical Specialist, Lease Solutions Pro

Presenters

Rachel Reed

Team Lead, Sr. Technical Accounting Consultant at FinQuery

Rachel Reed is a Lead Senior Technical Accounting Consultant at FinQuery. Rachel’s experience includes working in the audit practice at Ernst & Young (EY), where she served clients across a wide variety of industries in both the public and private sectors. Rachel graduated from the University of Mississippi (Ole Miss) with both a Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in Accounting.

Taylor Guthrie

Technical Accounting Consultant at FinQuery

Taylor Guthrie is a Technical Accounting Consultant at FinQuery. Prior to FinQuery, Taylor earned a Bachelor’s degree in accounting from Lynchburg College and then transitioned to a public auditor role at Brown Edwards. As a former audit senior, he assisted in the audits of various entities in various niches. This background includes implementation and maintenance of ASC 842, GASB 87, and GASB 96. Today, Taylor helps FinQuery’s customers understand and implement the new lease standards as well as navigate intricacies of the software.

David Buchanan, CPA

Senior Manager, Product Accounting at FinQuery

David Buchanan is a Senior Manager in the Product Accounting and Operations Department at FinQuery. His background includes experience auditing both public and private companies at Ernst & Young. David holds a Master of Accountancy from the University of Tennessee and is a licensed CPA.

John Balmforth

Senior Advisory, Professional Services at FinQuery

John Balmforth is a Senior Advisory professional at FinQuery specializing in lease accounting (ASC 842, IFRS 16, GASB 87/96). He leads service development, best practices, and large-scale software implementations. His background includes roles at CoStar Real Estate Manager and The Coca-Cola Company. He holds an MBA from Mercer University and a BBA from Georgia Southern University.

Simon Cooper

Partner, Accounting Advisory Services at KPMG UK

Simon is an experienced Director within the Accounting Advisory Services team at KPMG and has experience in providing accounting advice to clients across a wide range of sectors from listed groups to owner managed businesses. Simon provides accounting advice on both buy and sell side assignments, as well as advising on IPO’s, complex reorganisations, carve-outs and re-financing transactions. In addition, he has worked across a number of KPMG’s capabilities in his career including Audit, Accounting Advisory Services, Deal Advisory and Learning & Development.

Paul Cherubin

Founder & Technical Specialist at Lease Solutions Pro

Paul Cherubin’s background includes Group Reporting Manager experience with FTSE-listed international businesses, alongside previous controllership roles in the SME sector. He has led lease accounting under IFRS 16 and, as Founder of Lease Solutions Pro, now helps organisations prepare for the 2026 FRS 102 lease accounting transition. Paul focuses on practical, real-world solutions that are audit-ready and ensure compliance under the standard.

Session 1

FRS 102 Basics + Lease Transition Example

Description

During this session, one of our lease accounting experts, Rachel Reed, will provide an introduction to the amendments to FRS 102 and how to get started with gathering your leases. We will explain important considerations presented in the FRS 102 amendments, discuss the similarities and differences of the standards, and review a detailed example from start to finish, including the appropriate amortization schedule and journal entries.

Learning Objectives

Establish a basic understanding of FRS 102 and how it may apply to you.

Understand the proper accounting treatment for a lease under FRS 102 through an example.

Acquire knowledge of the benefits of using software for FRS 102 compliance.

Time

1:00- 1:55 PM GMT

Presenter

Rachel Reed

Team Lead, Sr. Technical Accounting Consultant
FinQuery

Additional Information

Program level: Basic
Prerequisites: None
Advance preparation: None
Delivery method: Online
Recommended CPD credit: 1
Field of study: Accounting

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Session 2

FRS 102 Lease Modifications + Lessons Learned

Description

Join Taylor Guthrie, Technical Accounting Consultant at FinQuery, for an in-depth review of managing lease modifications under the latest FRS 102 lease accounting amendments. Drawing from exclusive insights gathered at the Finance, Accounting, and Bookkeeping (FAB) show in Birmingham, UK, earlier this month, Taylor will share critical lessons learned from your peers to streamline your compliance strategy.

Learning Objectives

Develop a comprehensive understanding of the specific changes to lease modification requirements under the FRS 102 amendments and how they differ from previous standards.

Analyze “lessons learned” and common pitfalls identified at the Finance, Accounting, and Bookkeeping show to avoid implementation errors and streamline your internal transition process.

Time

2:00 – 2:55 PM GMT

Presenter

Taylor Guthrie

Technical Accounting Consultant
FinQuery

Additional Information

Program level: Basic
Prerequisites: None
Advance preparation: None
Delivery method: Online
Recommended CPD credit: 1
Field of study: Accounting

Register Now

Session 3

FRS 102 Roundtable: Advice from the Experts

Description

Join our panel of industry experts and early adopters as they reveal the challenges and successes of their FRS 102 lease accounting transition. Gain the exclusive insights you need to navigate these latest amendments with confidence.

This session goes beyond theory to explore the reality of adoption—candidly discussing what worked, what didn’t, and the pitfalls to avoid. Leave with a clear roadmap for achieving accurate, efficient reporting and long-term sustainability after implementing the amendments to FRS 102 Lease Accounting.

Learning Objectives

Identify the critical phases of a successful FRS 102 lease accounting transition—from initial data collection to final reporting.

Determine how to implement and maintain rigorous internal controls within the lease accounting workflow to ensure audit readiness and mitigate risks associated with complex modifications.

Learn about strategies for leveraging automation and specialized software to replace manual workflows, overcome compliance hurdles, and produce accurate, efficient financial reports.

Time

3:00 – 3:55 PM GMT

Presenter

David Buchanan, CPA

Senior Manager, Product Accounting
FinQuery

John Balmforth

Senior Advisory, Professional Services
FinQuery

Simon Cooper

Partner, Accounting Advisory Services
KPMG UK

Paul Cherubin

Founder & Technical Specialist
Lease Solutions Pro

Additional Information

Program level: Basic
Prerequisites: None
Advance preparation: None
Delivery method: Online
Recommended CPD credit: 1
Field of study: Accounting

Register Now

CPD Details

Details

Program level: Basic
Prerequisites: N/A
Advance preparation: None
Delivery method: Online
Recommended CPD credit: 3 hours
Field of study: Accounting

Who Should Attend

The summit is tailored to UK and Republic of Ireland-based finance professionals, including: Corporate Finance Leaders, Accountants, Accounting Managers, VPs of Accounting, Controllers, and CFOs. Firm Leadership: Partners and Leaders of accounting firms who assist clients with the adoption of the FRS 102 Lease Accounting amendments.

Sponsor Statement

FinQuery, LLC is registered with the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) as a sponsor of continuing professional education on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors. State boards of accountancy have final authority on the acceptance of individual courses for CPE credit. Complaints regarding registered sponsors may be submitted to the National Registry of CPE Sponsors through its website: NASBAregistry.org. For more information regarding administrative policies such as complaints, please contact CPEinfo@finquery.com.

Program Cancellation Policy

If a program is cancelled, FinQuery will notify registrants via the email address that they used to register for the program.