December 1-6, 2024
Hotel Barceló Palace
Punta Cana, Dominican Republic
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Brothers and sisters, I do not consider myself to have taken hold of it yet; but one thing I do: forgetting what lies behind and straining toward what is ahead, I press on toward the goal to win the prize of the upward call of God in Christ Jesus. - Philippians 3:13-14
Day 1
Day 1
Registration and Welcome
Day 2
Day 2
Seminars, etc
Day 3
Day 3
Seminars, etc
Day 4
Day 4
Closing
OUR MISSION"To glorify God and, under the influence of the Holy Spirit, guide every convert to experience a personal and transformative relationship with Christ, enabling the believer to become a disciple by sharing the eternal Gospel with the entire world."
WELCOME
WELCOME
It is with pleasure that we welcome you to the Accountants & IT Directors Council 2024, hosted by the Inter-American Division Department of Treasury and Technology. Notwithstanding our tight agenda, we want you to find time for relaxation and enjoyment in the ambiance of this beautiful, scenic, and entertaining resort, Hotel Barceló Bávaro Palace, Punta Cana, The Dominican Republic.
During these next few days, the focus will be on training and familiarizing you with updated Accounting and Technological information to enhance professional development and to better equip all for service to the mission. You will be exposed to the new World Church Digital Strategy for Mission, launched by the General Conference; given an opportunity to reaffirm commitment to the mission from dynamic spiritual devotional speakers and relevant professional topics. The opportunity will be given to foster collaboration and synergy with each other while working efficiently and effectively in a global church setting.
We take this opportunity to express appreciation to you, the Accountants and IT professionals for your dedication and support to the mission.
Take the time to pay close attention to the agenda and any special instructions or announcements given throughout our meeting sessions, so that you can be aware of the daily happenings.
And finally, we give all praises and thanks to God for all our achievements, for His guidance, and protection during the quinquennium.
Welcome to the IAD Accountants and IT Directors Council 2024.
Ivelisse Herrera
Treasurer
Seventh-day Adventist Church
Tony De La Mota
Associate Treasurer & CIO
Seventh-day Adventist Church
The objective of this event is to bring together the financial and technical professionals of the INTER-AMERICAN DIVISION and mobilize them toward the mission
The objective of this event is to bring together the financial and technical professionals of the INTER-AMERICAN DIVISION and mobilize them toward the mission
SPECIAL GUESTS
SPECIAL GUESTS
Richard Stephenson
Associate Treasurer
Brent Burdick
SunPlus Director
Yovian Lubis
SunPlus Payroll
Mack Tennyson
SunPlus Guru and Editor of the Accounting Manual
Stephen Filkoski
Director of IT Governance
Ernest Staats
Cybersecurity Consultant
PROGRAM
PROGRAM
SELECT THE DATE BELOW TO SEE THE DAILY PROGRAM
sunday, dEC 1
sunday, dEC 1
7:00 PM Registration
7:30 PM Opening Ceremony
Introductory Video - Jose Romero
Welcome - Daniel Modeste
Opening Prayer - Abel Marquez
Objectives - Antonio De La Mota
Introduction of Participants - Abilio Cima & Antonio De La Mota
Special Greetings - Dr Elie Henry, IAD President
Welcome - Dr Winston Hiciano, Host Union Treasurer
Overview of SDA Church, Dominican Rep - Dr Winston Hiciano
Special Music - Roberto Brown
Spiritual Reflection - Ivelisse Herrera,IAD Treasurer
Closing Prayer - Liza Christian
Announcements - Juan Carlos & Liza Christian
monday, dec 2
monday, dec 2
8:00 AM Devotional 1
8:35 AM Digital Strategic for Mission - Part 1
9:25 AM Innovation as a Strategy to Facilitate the Fullfilment of the Mission
10:00 AM Technology Video
10:20 AM Break1 AM
10:30 AM The Sunplus Project at a Glance, Products Suite, Road Map and Statistics
11:15 AM The Excelence at Work
12:15 PM LUNCH
IT BREAKOUT SESSION
IT BREAKOUT SESSION
2:00 PM Office Cyber Security: Part 1 – Strategy and Tools
3:00 PM Zoom
3:50 PM Break1 PM
4:00 PM Secure Coding: Integrating Cybersecurity in Development
5:30 PM EVENING BREAK
ACCOUNTANTS BREAKOUT SESSION
ACCOUNTANTS BREAKOUT SESSION
2:00 PM The Use of Tithe Restrictions
3:15 PM The Purchase of Fixed Assets Account Entries with Loans
3:45 PM Break1 PM
3:55 PM The SDA Accounting Manual Overview and Importance
5:10 PM EVENING BREAK
tUESDAY, dec 3
tUESDAY, dec 3
8:00 AM Devotional 2 - God Gives Opportunities, Success Depends on How We Use Them
8:35 AM Digital Strategic for Mission - Part 2
9:20 AM From Numbers to Perspectives - Optimizing the Business Inteligence Through Effective Accounting Practices - Part 1
10:05 AM Break2 AM
10:15 AM From Numbers to Perspectives - Optimizing the Business Inteligence Through Effective Accounting Practices, Part 2
11:00 AM Sunplus Services and Sunplus Support
11:20 AM Adventist Personnel System (APS)
12:20 PM LUNCH
IT BREAKOUT SESSION
IT BREAKOUT SESSION
2:00 PM Jot Form
2:30 PM Adventist Personnel System (APS)
4:00 PM Break2 PM
4:10 PM Dialog with the IT Directors
5:40 PM EVENING BREAK
ACCOUNTANTS BREAKOUT SESSION
ACCOUNTANTS BREAKOUT SESSION
2:00 PM The New Accounting Manual
3:00 PM Internal Control
3:50 PM Break2 PM
4:00 PM Dialog with the Accountants
5:30 PM EVENING BREAK
wednesday, dec 4
wednesday, dec 4
8:00 AM Devotional 3 - People Who Serve
8:35 AM Tecnology as an Essencial Tool to Strengthen the Financial System
9:25 AM Cybersecurity Today: Tips for Personal and Mission Enrichment
10:25 AM Hyperconnected Church
11:25 AM Break3 AM - BREAKOUT
11:35 AM Remittance Coding
IT BREAKOUT SESSION
IT BREAKOUT SESSION
11:35 AM Data Governance
12:35 PM LUNCH
AFTERNOON FREE
AFTERNOON FREE
7:30 PM BANQUET
thursday, dec 5
thursday, dec 5
8:00 AM Devotional 4 - Persistent Prayer Produces a Fearless Faith
8:35 AM What We Have Learned
9:15 AM SunPlus Xtra
10:15 AM Break4 AM
10:25 AM Global Platforms
10:55 AM Current Challengues of the Accounting Profession in the Service of the SDA Church in the IAD Territory
11:45 AM The Knowledge Platform
12:15 PM LUNCH
IT BREAKOUT SESSION
IT BREAKOUT SESSION
2:00 PM Office Cyber Security: Part 2 – People and Process
3:00 PM Qlik - Best Practices - Part 1
3:50 PM Qlik - Best Practices - Part 2
4:40 PM Break3 PM - BACK TO PLENARY
4:50 PM Closing
5:05 PM EVENING BREAK
ACCOUNTANTS BREAKOUT SESSION
ACCOUNTANTS BREAKOUT SESSION
2:00 PM The New Financial Statements in General - WC & Liquidity Statement
3:00 PM Employees Protecction Program (EPP)
3:50 PM Fixed Assets & Budget Key Concepts
4:40 PM Break3 PM - BACK TO PLENARY
4:50 PM Closing
5:05 PM EVENING BREAK
friday, dec 6
friday, dec 6
TRAVEL DAY - BON VOYAGE
Travel and Weather
Travel and Weather
With an ideal location just 17 km from Punta Cana International Airport, the Barceló Bávaro Beach Hotel is situated in a region known for its 32 km stretch of beaches and crystal-clear waters. The variety of dining options allows guests to enjoy and embark on unique culinary adventures, sampling Dominican flavors or savoring international specialties at one of its 11 restaurants.
With an ideal location just 17 km from Punta Cana International Airport, the Barceló Bávaro Beach Hotel is situated in a region known for its 32 km stretch of beaches and crystal-clear waters. The variety of dining options allows guests to enjoy and embark on unique culinary adventures, sampling Dominican flavors or savoring international specialties at one of its 11 restaurants.
All individuals traveling to the Dominican Republic must complete the electronic ticket form before checking in at the airport for their arrival and departure flights. The form can be completed well in advance to avoid delays at the airport. Once you have your itinerary confirmed, you may proceed to complete the form.
Link to the ELECTRONIC TICKET FORM: https://eticket.migracion.gob.do
Weather Forecast
Weather Forecast
Sunny weather is expected, with occasional afternoon storms and temperatures ranging from 26 to 32 degrees Celsius during the event dates.
Current Weather
Current Weather
INSURANCE
INSURANCE
Purchase short-term travel insurance with Adventist Risk Management (ARM).
This is mandatory because, in the event of any unforeseen circumstances, the Inter-American Division will not cover any incurred expenses.
Click the button below to visit the ARM website and obtain your insurance.
DRESS
DRESS
Plan for casual attire, but keep in mind the temperature and weather changes to ensure your comfort.
We have provided real-time weather information on this site for your convenience.
INTERNET
INTERNET
Internet access will be provided. Authentication details will be shared at the appropriate time.
Comments and evaluation
Comments and evaluation
Necesitamos sus comentarios para saber cómo hacer que nuestro próximo evento sea aún mejor. Agradecemos sus respuestas a estas breves preguntas.
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