International Operations Accounting Virtual Conference: Current Trends in Accounting, Tax & Financial Planning Strategies

DAY ONE AGENDA

Welcome & Opening Remarks
8:45 – 9:00 AM

Update on International Taxation
9:00 – 10:00 AM
Stay ahead of sweeping changes in international taxation. This session breaks down key legislative and regulatory updates shaping cross-border tax planning so you can adapt with confidence.  
• The evolving US tax landscape
• IRS and treasury updates: enforcement and regulation
• International tax provisions of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA)
• Pillar II: latest developments 

Break
10:00 – 10:10 AM

Managing an International Workforce
10:10  – 11:10 AM
Attracting and keeping top talent has never been harder. This session explores workforce management strategies and recruitment techniques that help global businesses build strong, engaged teams.  
• Remote recruiting: benefits and risks
• Using employee focus groups for retention insights
• Supporting career growth and development
• Leveraging virtual learning to upskill staff 

Break
11:10 – 11:20 AM

The Latest Developments in Transfer Pricing
11:20 AM  – 12:20 PM
With entities spread across jurisdictions, transfer pricing is a top-risk area. This session unpacks OECD trends, tax authority priorities, and practical strategies for managing intercompany transactions and disputes.   
• When and why companies need to address transfer pricing
• Controlled transactions and Arm's Length principle
• Tools to manage transfer pricing risks
• OECD guidelines, BEPS, and Pillars 1 & 2
• DEMPE Functions and intangibles
• Residual profit allocation in the global economy
• IRS transfer pricing documentation best practices
• Lessons from current transfer pricing cases
• Tariff-related transfer pricing issues 

Lunch
12:20 – 1:05 PM

FASB/IASB Update
1:05 – 2:05 PM
Stay on top of the latest standard-setting activity at the FASB and IASB. This session offers a clear overview of recent updates from both boards and what they mean for financial reporting and compliance.  
• Recent accounting standard updates (GAAP)
• FASB’s current technical agenda
• FASB’s recently completed projects and related implementation issues
• IASB’s structure and standard-setting process
• Completed IASB projects and related issues
• Recent exposure drafts and new projects from FASB/IAS 

Break
2:05 – 2:10 PM

Ethics, FCPA, Fraud & Disclosure Process in an International Environment
2:10 – 3:10 PM
Global operations carry complex ethical and compliance risks. This session covers the latest enforcement trends and practical steps to strengthen integrity programs worldwide.  
• Foreign Corrupt Practices Act: enforcement and compliance
• Disclosure and cooperation best practices
• Whistleblower programs insights
• Lessons for internal investigations
• How to build effective ethics and compliance programs 

Break
3:10 – 3:20 PM

Accounting for Foreign Currency & Foreign Exchange 
3:20 – 4:50 PM
Multi-currency operations remain one of the most technical areas of accounting. This session walks through ASC 830 and IAS 21 requirements, highlighting practical issues and solutions for today’s global businesses.  
• Determining functional currency and reporting requirements
• Translating foreign entity financial statements
• Remeasuring transactions and balances
• Accounting for foreign exchange gains and losses
• Hedge accounting considerations
• Disclosure requirements and best practices for transparency 

Closing Remarks
4:50 – 5:00 PM

DAY TWO AGENDA

Welcome & Opening Remarks
8:30 – 8:45 AM

Data Privacy & Security in the International Environment
8:45 – 9:45 AM
Global privacy and cybersecurity regulations are multiplying, and compliance is non-negotiable. This session explores the latest laws, enforcement trends, and governance strategies to safeguard data and maintain trust. 
• Overview of key privacy regimes: GDPR, CCPA/CPRA, LGPD, PIPL, and others
• Emerging US state privacy legislation and global enforcement trends
• Data breach reporting obligations and incident response planning
• Cybersecurity frameworks and certifications (NIST, ISO, SOC 2, PCI DSS)
• Vendor and supply chain risks, including lessons from SolarWinds
• Best practices for integrating privacy and security into corporate governance 

Break
9:45 – 9:50 AM

Finance Business Process Outsourcing/Insourcing
9:50 – 11:05 AM
The right outsourcing or insourcing strategy can streamline operations and cut costs—but only if managed carefully. This session covers models, structures, and best practices to ensure successful finance BPO initiatives.  
• Defining scope and selecting the right partner
• Knowledge transfer and retained organization design
• Building operational rigor and continuous improvement 
• Cultural affinity and transparency as success factors 

Break
11:05 – 11:10 AM

Tariffs – Update
11:10 AM – 12:10 PM
The global tariff environment is shifting rapidly, creating uncertainty for multinational companies. This session provides the latest policy and litigation updates, plus strategies to reduce risks and protect supply chains
• Current status of US tariffs, including Sections 232 and 301, and reciprocal tariffs
• Court rulings, appeals, and their impact on tariff enforcement
• Mitigation strategies: bonded warehouses, foreign trade zones, and valuation planning
• Transfer pricing considerations, including first sale and delivered duty paid (DDP) methods
• Tariffs and their impact on supply chains and international operations
• Legislative and political developments shaping tariff policy   

Lunch
12:10 – 12:55 PM

Accounting for Digital Assets
12:55 – 1:55 PM
Digital assets are growing fast, but the accounting rules are still catching up. This session explores how to classify, measure, and report crypto and blockchain-related activity under US GAAP and IFRS. 
• Fundamentals of distributed ledger technology and blockchains
• Common crypto asset transactions
• Application of ASC 350-60 and IAS 38/IAS 2
• Staff Accounting Bulletin No. 121 

Break
1:55 – 2:00 PM

Global Contracting
2:00 – 3:10 PM
Smart global contracting can unlock growth and resilience. This session highlights key considerations, risks, and negotiation strategies financial leaders need to know.  
• Why financial professionals should care about global contracting
• Key considerations for global commercial contracts
• Market and regulatory signals reshaping deals
• Best practices in contracting for financial resilience
• OEM and reseller agreements: risks and opportunities
• Negotiation levers and finance service levels
• Red flags and anti-patterns to avoid
• 90-day action plan for stronger contracting 

Break
3:10 – 3:20 PM

Sustainability Reporting Around the World 
3:20 – 4:20 PM
Sustainability reporting is moving from optional to mandatory. This session examines global ESG disclosure frameworks, regulatory updates, and practical steps for integrating sustainability into financial reporting.   
• ISSB adoption and international reporting convergence 
• SEC climate disclosure rules and litigation updates
• EU CSRD requirements and UK SRS proposals
• Internal control and assurance considerations for ESG reporting
• Investor expectations and the link between ESG and valuation
• Practical steps for integrating sustainability into financial reporting and decision-making 

Closing Remarks
4:20 – 4:30 PM

Conference Ends
4:30 PM

Ali Ashiqali, Director, Business Performance Improvement, Protiviti

Harrison Braaksma, Senior Manager, Deloitte

Chris Brethour, Senior Accounting Manager, Starbucks

Rianna Clancy, Manager, National Office – Accounting and Reporting Services, Deloitte

Jennifer Cooney, Managing Director, Advisory, Labrador

Anne Devereaux, Of Counsel, Gibson Dunn

Michael Diamant, Partner, Gibson Dunn

Matt Donnelly, Partner, Gibson Dunn

Benjamin Fryer, Partner, Gibson Dunn

Bobbi Gwinn, Director, BDO

Bob Hirth, Board Member, Consultant to Protiviti, PCAOB Standards & Emerging Issues Advisory Group, AICPA Sustainability Task Force, Former Co-Vice Chair, Sustainability Accounting Standards Board, COSO Chair Emeritus

Matthew King, Partner, McDermott Will & Schulte

Kari Krusmark, Partner, Gibson Dunn

Lore Leitner, Partner, Gibson Dunn

Robert Leo, Attorney, Sheppard, Leo & Pillsbury LLP

David Levi, Chief Accounting Officer, OPAL Fuels

Rob Main, Managing Partner and Founder, Jasper Street Partners

Nancy Mentesana, Managing Director, Sustainability, Labrador

Travis Rowe, Senior Manager, BPI – Supply Chain, Protiviti

Phoebe Rowson-Stevens, Associate Attorney, Gibson Dunn

Guy Sanschagrin, Principal and National Leader of Transfer Pricing and Valuation Services, WTP Advisors

Christopher Tierney, Manager of Legal Compliance, Bechtel

Bill Witt, Director, Accounting and Transaction Services, MorganFranklin