Contents
Introduction to IAS 12 and the significance of deferred taxes
- Presentation of the basic principles and regulations of IAS 12.
- Significance and role of deferred taxes in accounting.
Temporary differences: Definition and examples
- Differences between tax and balance sheet valuations.
- Practical examples for the identification and treatment of temporary differences.
- Treatment of special technical issues such as items recognized directly in equity.
Calculation of deferred tax assets and liabilities
- Methods for determining and calculating deferred taxes.
- Case studies on the practical application of the calculation methods.
Valuation methods and recognition criteria
- Comprehensive discussion of the measurement of deferred taxes.
- Focus on general valuation principles and effects of tax rate changes.
Disclosure in the balance sheet
- How are deferred tax assets and liabilities netted?
- What needs to be considered for tax groups?
Tax reconciliation
- Treatment of the tax reconciliation as a central validation instrument.
- Analysis of individual items and their impact on the tax rate and presentation in the tax reconciliation statement.
Learning environment
In your online learning environment, you will find useful information, downloads and extra services for this training course once you have registered.
Your benefit
- In this training you will learn the basic principles and specific procedures for dealing with deferred taxes in accordance with IAS 12. You will gain an in-depth understanding of the meaning and purpose of the regulations and their application in the individual financial statements.
- You will acquire theoretical and practical knowledge to efficiently and correctly carry out the accounting of deferred taxes in your day-to-day work.
- Methods for determining and measuring deferred taxes are carried out together using case studies. You will learn how to apply general valuation principles and how, for example, tax rate changes influence the valuation.
- You can confidently apply the rules for offsetting deferred tax assets and liabilities, both in general and in the context of tax groups. This strengthens your ability to recognize deferred taxes correctly in the balance sheet.
- The training offers a practical introduction to tax reconciliation - a key validation tool to ensure the accuracy and transparency of the tax rate.
Methods
- Interactive lectures:
The theoretical basics are taught through interactive lectures that provide space for questions and discussions. - Case studies:
Practical case studies are worked on independently by the participants. These case studies help to apply theoretical concepts in real-life scenarios. - Calculation examples:
Specific calculation examples are solved together to support participants in the precise calculation of deferred taxes. - Collaborative discussion:
After working through the case studies and exercises, the solutions are discussed together. This promotes a deeper understanding and practical application of the concepts.
Recommended for
Experts in the field of tax and group accounting who deal with accounting in accordance with IFRS and would like to deepen their specialist knowledge. This includes tax consultants and auditors who advise or audit companies on the correct application of deferred taxes. It is also aimed at specialists and managers who want to build up a sound basic knowledge of IAS 12.
Further recommendations for "Deferred taxes under IAS 12"
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Start dates and details
Monday, 08.12.2025
09:00 am - 5:00 pm
- one joint lunch per full seminar day,
- Catering during breaks and
- extensive working documents.

Tuesday, 24.03.2026
09:00 am - 12:30 pm
Wednesday, 25.03.2026
09:00 am - 12:30 pm
Thursday, 25.06.2026
09:00 am - 5:00 pm
- one joint lunch per full seminar day,
- Catering during breaks and
- extensive working documents.

Wednesday, 16.09.2026
09:00 am - 12:30 pm
Thursday, 17.09.2026
09:00 am - 12:30 pm
- one joint lunch per full seminar day,
- Catering during breaks and
- extensive working documents.