ICAEW Spreadsheet Competency Framework: A refreshed perspective on proficiency and skill

Event information

Spreadsheets are core tools for accountants and finance professionals across all sectors. Yet there is no consistent or widely adopted approach for individuals and organisations to assess spreadsheet proficiency or understand what “good” looks like in different roles and organisations.

To address this challenge, we invite you to the launch of our refreshed Spreadsheet Competency Framework, part of the ICAEW Excel Community’s industry-leading thought leadership.

The new framework has been completely redesigned, reflecting the changing ways in which we use spreadsheets across a range of finance, accounting, and audit-related roles. It provides a clear, structured approach to assessing spreadsheet competency for individuals and across organisations.

The launch event will kick off with an introduction to the refreshed framework, to explain how it has evolved, and explore how it can be applied in practice. Find out why a common language of spreadsheet competency matters more than ever, and how our new framework acknowledges the differing skills required in a wide range of Excel-related roles and responsibilities.

There will also be a chance to learn more about the competitive side of Excel with experts joining us to share more about how everyday spreadsheet use comes alive in Excel e-sport competitions around the world.

Connect with like‑minded peers and discuss how spreadsheet competency is changing across the profession.

Key benefits

1. Explore the refreshed ICAEW Spreadsheet Competency Framework and learn how it serves as a benchmark for competency in the use of spreadsheets in accounting and finance.
2. Dive into the world of competitive Excel e-sports, and how the key principles of e-sports can be applied to everyday use of Excel.
3. Connect with the experts behind the refreshed competency framework and network with other Excel enthusiasts to get to know your community.

About the speakers

	Thomas Edmunds, Group FC, mgr Weston Kay LLP Tom Edmunds qualified as a chartered accountant in 2016 training at mgr, a small to mid-sized practice in London. Since qualifying he has run the internal finance team and helped the business grow through acquisition leading to his current role as Group FC. He has been involved with the ICAEW Excel Community since 2019 and currently serves as vice chair on the advisory board.
	Fay Bordbar, Managing Director, Excellence AI Fay Bordbar is an AI and technology-driven chartered accountant with a proven track record of transforming organisational learning at scale, focusing on empowering people with productivity in Excel and AI. Fay started competing in Excel esports in 2026 and is co-founder of @ExcelOnTheRoad, a travel adventure to meet fellow Excel enthusiasts in real life.
	Giles Male, Co-Founder, Full Stack Modeller Giles Male is a Microsoft MVP and one of eight Master Financial Modellers in the world (FMI certified). He is cofounder of Full Stack Modeller, a training company focused on helping finance professionals with Excel, financial modelling, and data visualisation. He runs the Excel UK Championship, and is a regular competitor and commentator for Excel Esports.

CPD hours

ICAEW's Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Regulations require a minimum number of hours and an ethics requirement. Attending this event could contribute up to 1hr 30mins of verifiable CPD, providing you can demonstrate that the content is relevant to your role.

A copy of the event booking confirmation email is accepted as evidence of verifiable CPD. Click here to use ICAEW’s self-assessment tool to help you work out how much CPD you will need to fulfil each year.

Costs

ICAEW members and non-members are welcome to join. This event is organised by the Excel Community. Please click here to join online.