Master the Language of Business. Lead with Confidence.
A practical workshop designed to demystify finance and equip you with the skills to read, interpret and discuss financial statements.
Do you feel a sense of unease when financial statements appear in a meeting?
Contact usYou are likely an expert in your field, delivering results and driving progress, yet
the world of accounting can often feel like a foreign language. This disconnect
creates unnecessary anxiety and can become a barrier to your professional
growth.
The truth is that understanding the financial story of your organisation is
essential for informed decision making and strategic credibility. You do not
need to be an accountant to understand the numbers, but you do need the
right tools to interpret them.
That is why we created Financial Literacy for Non-Accountants.
Does This Sound Like You?
The Marketing Manager
Meet Sarah
Sarah is creative and strategic, leading
successful campaigns that drive brand
awareness. However, when it comes to
reviewing departmental budgets or
justifying ROI to the finance team, she
feels out of her depth. She wants to
advocate for her projects with financial
confidence but lacks the terminology to do so effectively.
The Small Business Owner
Meet David
David is passionate about his product and has built a loyal customer base. But as his business grows, he finds himself "winging it" when looking at his Profit and Loss statement. He relies heavily on his external accountant and wishes he could understand the financial health of his business independently to make faster, smarter choices.
The Project Lead
Meet James
James excels at managing teams and delivering on time. Yet, when discussions turn to cost implications, cash flow forecasts, or financial feasibility, he tends to stay quiet. He worries that his lack of financial literacy might hold him back from more senior leadership roles where fiscal responsibility is key.
Your Journey to Financial Fluency
Hands-On Financial Statements
with practical examples that explain the story behind the numbers.
Learn toconfidently interpret
balance sheets, income statements and cash flow statements.
Master accounting terminology
and principles used in everyday business conversations.
Analyse financial performance
using common ratios and metrics.
Recognise howyour decisions impact
the overall financial position
of the organisation.
You will leave this programme speaking the language of business with clarity and assurance.
You will no longer need to rely solely on "the numbers people" to explain what is happening; you will have the skills to analyse, question and decide for yourself.
Why This Matters Now
Jai Basrur
Jai Basrur is a respected business advisor and strategist with over 30 years of global experience, specialising in making complex financial concepts clear and accessible for non-finance professionals. He believes financial literacy is a critical skill for confident decision-making, meaningful strategic contribution, and career advancement—not just for accountants.
Having advised organisations ranging from high-growth ventures to government entities, Jai brings deep expertise in corporate strategy, governance, and performance management. A former senior leader at Ernst & Young and Stern Stewart & Co, and a NZTE Beachhead Advisor, he is known for demystifying financial statements and turning numbers into practical business tools through a collaborative, results-focused approach.

What Our Clients Say
On the day, FrontTier brought an incredible energy to the room. They seamlessly facilitated an interactive workshop titled “The Energy to Succeed” that got everyone up on their feet and engaged. It was a powerful and inspiring session that has been consistently highlighted by attendees as one of the biggest standouts of our day. We would recommend them wholeheartedly.
WT Partnership
Scott McCondach, Managing Director
FrontTier created a welcoming and engaging space from the outset. Their personal stories helped bring the content to life and made it easy to connect both with them and the material. What I appreciated most was the balance between practical strategies we could apply straight away and deeper reflection around personality, strengths, and why we work the way we do. I found it personally insightful, and it has already sparked ideas we’re excited to embed in our teaching. A very valuable workshop!
The College of Law
FrontTier spoke at one of our legal leaders events in NZ and they were amazing. Their presentation on mental health and the topic of thriving not just surviving was so well delivered, with practical take aways. I would recommend them to anyone!
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Jenny Katrivesis
FrontTier has the ability to get a strong message across through humility, vulnerability, and passion for what they do. Our people left the session feeling motivated to make some meaningful changes to their own wellbeing journey, using the tangible tips FrontTier provided.
Simpson Grierson
Ready to Understand the Numbers?
Stop feeling intimidated by the financials and start using them to your advantage. If you are ready to build confidence and make better business decisions, this programme is for you.