Our governmental units and auditors have certainly demonstrated resiliency throughout the last year in their efforts to work together in response to crisis. Scarce resources, legislative change, risk and an unblinking public eye combined to challenge the sector – find out how issues were overcome and both teams are moving forward.
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- April 28 - May 11: $100 MICPA Members / $175 Non-Members
- May 12 - May 25: $110 MICPA Members / $185 Non-Members
Accounting professionals who perform governmental audits and finance specialists in local units of government.
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- Business Law
- Business Management & Organization
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- Regulatory Ethics
- Taxes
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KEYNOTE PRESENTATION: Auditing the Coronavirus Relief Fund (CRF) - Both 1.0 AA Details
KEYNOTE PRESENTATION: Auditing the Coronavirus Relief Fund (CRF) - Both
The US Department of Treasury has
distributed $150 billion to state and local governments through the CRF (CFDA
Number 21.019). Unlike most federal programs, the Uniform Guidance is only
partially applicable to the CRF, and there are a variety of unique regulations
that auditors need to understand in order to design their procedures. This
session focuses on the specific CRF awards made by the State of Michigan to
school districts and local governments, and how auditors can prepare for
success.
Stephen W. Blann, CPA, CGMA, CGFM - Director of
Governmental Audit Quality, Rehmann, Grand Rapids
02:10 PM - 03:00 PM
GASB Statement No. 87 and its counterpart, GASB 96 aims to improve accounting and financial reporting for leases and Subscription-Based IT Arrangements (SBITA) by governments. Take a walk through what those improvements entail and pick-up tips for better implementation.
Stephen W. Blann, CPA, CGMA, CGFM - Director of Governmental Audit Quality, Rehmann, Grand Rapids
When limited resources, a demanding public and, in the case of our recent reality, a public health crisis combine, ethics and independence may not be top of mind. Avoiding ethics and independence deficiencies can be more than a challenge- discuss the realities of maintaining compliance as we also compare and contrast guidance on independence issues according to the Government Accountability Office and AICPA.
Jennifer Kappler, CPA - Technical Manager, AICPA, Durham, NC
Special Education Cluster Updates
(Both)
Though the next iteration of the Michigan School Audit Manual
is still forthcoming, we are focusing on the Special Education Cluster and
changes, modifications and updates that have taken place in that area. Bring
questions that include the maintenance of effort, excess cost and proportionate
share as we discuss this portion of the district audit.
John A.
Andrejack – Financial Manager, Office of Special Education, State
of Michigan Department of Education, Lansing
03:10 PM - 04:00 PM
Child Nutrition Programs: Through the Pandemic
(Both)
School year 2020-21 was/has been a challenge for all
involved. Hear updates from the Michigan Department of education including
outlook for general child nutrition programs, USDA nationwide waivers and fiscal
news on emergency reimbursements, accounting/coding during pandemic feeding and
more.
Stacey Lamper-McFall - Financial Analyst,
Fiscal and Administrative Services, Michigan Department of Education – Office of
Health and Nutrition Services, Lansing
Dawn Madison,
SNS - Department Analyst, Child Nutrition Programs, Michigan
Department of Education – Office of Health and Nutrition Services,
Lansing
As operations for many organizations continue remotely, the audit process seems destined to adapt even more. Discuss the critical internal control considerations for the remote audit including process control standards, cybersecurity and segregation of duties.
Jack Reagan, CPA – Managing Director, UHY, Columbia, MD
Join presenters from the State of Michigan Department of Treasury for a comprehensive review of Treasury pursuits. Get the latest in emerging and ongoing issues, including changes in the chart of accounts.
Sean Mulchay – State Administrative Manager, Property Services Division, State of Michigan Department of Treasury, Lansing
Jeffrey P. Schwartz – Senior Auditor, Community Engagement and Finance Division, State of Michigan Department of Treasury, Lansing
Stacie L. Stonebrook – Senior Auditor, Community Engagement and Finance Division, State of Michigan Department of Treasury, Lansing
04:10 PM - 05:00 PM
Nothing about the past year has been typical, and a return to the norm may be on the horizon but is still yet to come. As budgets take shape, we take a deep dive into key considerations for pandemic planning including zero-based budgeting processes, emergency expenditures and revenue projections.
Lack of sufficient documentation continues to be among the most common reasons audits fail to comply with professional standards. This session will address one of the most common causes: non-compliance with AU-C Section 230, Audit Documentation.
- Learn about common misconceptions that are driving non-conformity
- Review the requirements of the Standard
- Walk through examples of real-world application
- Identify free resources that can help you and your firm
Deana N. Thorps - Manager – Audit Quality Initiatives, AICPA, Durham, NC
Michigan School Districts underwent recent legislative changes spelling new considerations for the audit process. Join this study hall for the details on updates to the Michigan School Auditing Manual, school district auditing, State School Aid Act and CARES Act/CRF funding.
Phil Boone – Assistant Director, State of Michigan Department of Education, Lansing
Rebecca Dean – Auditor, State of Michigan Department of Education, Lansing
Caitlin Hengesbach, CPA – Audit Manager, State of Michigan Department of Education, Lansing
Christopher May, MBA, CFO – Financial Specialist, Michigan Department of Education, Office of Financial Management, Lansing
Gloria Suggitt – Single Audit Coordinator, Pupil Membership Auditor, State of Michigan Department of Education, Lansing
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