Getting the Records Right: A Guide to Accounting Records Compliance

Hybrid Event

The Financial Services Commission (FSC) invited entities registered with the Belize Companies and Corporate Affairs Registry (BCCAR) and other relevant stakeholders to participate in an Information Sharing Session themed “Getting the Records Right: A Guide to Accounting Records Compliance.”

The session provided practical guidance on the requirements for the maintenance, retention, accessibility, and production of accounting records in accordance with the Accounting Records (Maintenance) Act and the Accounting Records (Maintenance) (Amendment) Act, 2023.

📅 Event Details

📅 Date: Friday, August 28, 2026
🕘 Time: 9:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
📍 In-Person Venue: Grand Resort & Residences, Belize City
💻 Virtual Platform: Livestorm
🔄 Format: Hybrid – In Person & Virtual

🔍 What Was Learnt

Participants gained a better understanding of:

• 🏛️ The FSC’s role as regulator and its responsibilities in relation to accounting records compliance.
• 📚 Key requirements under the Accounting Records (Maintenance) Act and its 2023 Amendment.
• 🗂️ Requirements for the maintenance, location, accessibility, and retention of accounting records.
• 📑 Requirements relating to the production and submission of accounting records.
• 👥 The roles and responsibilities of entities in ensuring that accounting records are properly maintained in accordance with applicable legislative requirements.
• ✅ Key compliance considerations and practical guidance for maintaining appropriate accounting records.
• 💬 Gained an opportunity to engage with FSC representatives, ask questions, and seek clarification on applicable requirements.

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