Moores Rowland in the Asia Pacific Working Group Meetings in Jakarta, Indonesia (May 3rd – 5th, 2024)

From May 3rd to May 5th, 2024, financial consulting professionals from across the Asia-Pacific convened in Jakarta for the Moores Rowland in the Asia Pacific (MRAP) Working Group Meetings. The event served as a platform for knowledge exchange, professional collaboration, and insights into the latest trends in auditing, accounting, taxation, and digital marketing.

DAY 1: A WARM WELCOME

The conference commenced on Friday, May 3rd, with a welcome dinner at the hotel venue. This gathering provided attendees with an opportunity to network, fostering relationships that would enhance collaboration throughout the event.

DAY 2: ENGAGING DISCUSSIONS AND DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION

On Saturday, May 4th, the core working group meetings took place, focusing on three key areas: audit, accounting and outsourcing, and tax. Experts engaged in in-depth discussions on industry challenges, regulatory updates, and best practices in financial consulting services.

One of the highlights of the day was a special presentation titled “The Digital Wave: How Digital Marketing is Reshaping Financial Consulting Services” by Rifai Septian Nurdin, a digital strategist from Media Kreatif Asia. The session explored the growing impact of digital strategies on the financial sector, emphasizing the importance of embracing innovative marketing techniques to stay competitive in an evolving digital landscape.

DAY 3: KEY UPDATES AND EMERGING TRENDS

On Sunday, May 5th, featured a series of insightful presentations on critical developments in the financial and consulting industries.

MRAP Update: Baudouin Coomans, Secretary General of MRAP, provided key updates on the organization’s ongoing initiatives and strategic direction.
CIM Holdings Presentation: Anthony Galliano, CEO of CIM Holdings, introduced the company’s latest ventures and strategic focus.
Audit and Tax Changes in Germany/Europe: Gerhard Meyer and Steffen Ahrens, partners of FALK GmbH & Co KG, delivered an informative session on the latest audit and tax regulatory changes in Germany and the broader European market, outlining their implications for businesses operating in the region.
Sustainability Services: Ali Rahmadi, Division Head of Sustainability Services at Moores Rowland Indonesia, highlighted the increasing importance of sustainability in financial consulting and the firm’s initiatives to support environmentally responsible business practices.
Human Rights Due Diligence (HRDD) Services: Dr. Unang Mulkhan, Senior Business and Human Rights Specialist at FIHRRST, discussed the significance of HRDD services, emphasizing the role of businesses in upholding human rights and ethical governance.

The MRAP Working Group Meetings in Jakarta proved to be a valuable forum for financial professionals to exchange ideas, discuss industry trends, and explore innovative solutions. As digital transformation, regulatory changes, and sustainability concerns continue to shape the financial consulting landscape, events like these remain crucial for fostering expertise and collaboration in the Asia-Pacific region.

Interested in attending the next MRAP conference? Contact MRAP@moores-rowland.com