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Presented in partnership with the Michigan Department of Treasury
The past two years have created unique accounting and auditing challenges for finance professionals operating in the realm of government. Join us at the Government Accounting & Auditing Conference for a complete update on the latest developments, changes and guidance impacting governmental accounting, including:
Sessions below are denoted in their titles as being geared toward the Auditor, Auditee (which is a Governmental Unit) or Both of those audiences.
Looking for extra flexibility? You can attend the program virtually, instead. Click here for details on the virtual option.
PRICING DETAILSRegister early to take advantage of the best price! Please note, discounted pricing is already reflected in the online price. No promo code is needed.Through April 20: $200 MICPA Members/ $350 Non-Members April 21 - May 4: $220 MICPA Members/ $370 Non-MembersMay 5 - May 18: $240 MICPA Members/ $390 Non-Members
Accounting professionals who work as audtors and finance specialists in local units of government.
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GASB UpdateThe conference will kick-off with need-to-know information on governmental accounting and reporting issues that have addressed or currently are being addressed by the Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB). David Bean– CEO and Former GASB Director, Governmental Accounting Research, LLC, Springfield, IL
09:35 AM - 10:25 AM
A Who’s Who of Your Financial Reporting Entity? (Both) Any entity associated with a primary government is a potential component unit, which means all are subject to evaluation and potential reevaluation for inclusion in the financial reporting entity. Entities are continually being created, acquired, modified, disposed, and dissolved.David Bean – CEO and Former GASB Director, Governmental Accounting Research, LLC, Springfield, IL
10:35 AM - 11:25 AM
On Notice: MI Treasury Developments (Both)Some of the latest Michigan Department of Treasury updates include changes to forms, submission procedures, numbered letters and more. Review the Treasury developments most impactful to the profession, including those made to accounting and auditing manuals and Public Act 202.Michael Forward, CPA – Audit Manager, Michigan Department of Treasury, Lansing
11:35 AM - 12:25 PM
How to Solve Your Client’s Complex Problems Using the Revised Uniform GuidanceWhether you are a grants manager overseeing sub-recipients for a state, municipal, or local government, part of a university or hospital, an auditor performing a Single audit, or a recipient of pass-through funds on a Federal grant or cooperative agreement, disputes between the Pass-Through-Entities (PTEs) and their sub-recipients are going to happen. Inevitably, there will be disagreements based on differing interpretations of the revised Uniform Guidance as it applies to the administration of grants and cooperative agreements. Learn an approach for solving problems from the public accountant’s perspective as they consult with their sub-recipient client. However, this method would also work for a PTE grants administrator or auditor in order to support their position with the goal of resolution.Paul H. Calabrese – Principal, Outsourced Accounting & Advisory Services, GRF CPAs & Advisors, Washington, DC
02:10 PM - 03:00 PM
Budgeting Techniques and Strategies for the Upcoming Fiscal Cliff (Auditee) New budgeting standards could impact that way schools plan their fiscal year. Unpack the fundamentals of the new standards as well as everything you need to succeed at zero-based budgeting and avoid approaching a fiscal cliff. Pete Basile, CPA – Chief Financial Officer, Lake Shore Public Schools, Saint Clair ShoresPaul Soma – Director, Raymond James Michigan Public Finance, Traverse City
Your Guide to Subrecipient Monitoring (Both)Guidance for subrecipient monitoring was updated in 2020, securing its position as a critical requirement to ensure pass-through entities (PTE) remain compliant with certain federal programs. Walk away from this session with a clear understanding of the difference between sub-awards and contracts, PTE responsibilities, the role sub-award agreements play in sub-recipient compliance and more. Paul H. Calabrese – Principal, Outsourced Accounting & Advisory Services, GRF CPAs & Advisors, Washington, DC
03:10 PM - 04:00 PM
Pandemic Accounting: Revenue Recognition (Reporting and Auditing) (Both) The American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) of 2021 assigned $350 billion of funds to state and local governments. Review best practices for reporting and auditing funds associated with both the Provider Relief Fund and ARPA, as well as how to avoid common auditing traps. Plus, take note of the necessary related disclosures. Joe Donovan – Assurance Senior Manager, Plante Moran, Grand RapidsSteven Pochini – Assurance Manager, Plante Moran, Ann Arbor
04:10 PM - 05:00 PM