Webcast: Introduction to Governmental Accounting
189 | Webcast | Basic | Scheduled
Description
Governmental accounting is very unique. This course will introduce the financial reporting basics for governments, including fund accounting and the modified accrual basis of accounting. Attendees will analyze the layouts of the fund financial statements as well as the government-wide financial statements.
The course will also cover the concept of component units, management discussion and analysis (MDandA), and the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report.
Credits
| Number of Credits | Type of Credits |
|---|---|
| 2.00 | Accounting (Governmental) |
Objectives
- Describe the unique accounting principles and transactions applicable to governmental entities
Prices
- Member (Early Bird)
- $79.00
- Non-Member (Early Bird)
- $109.00
- Member
- $79.00
- Non-Member
- $109.00
Instructors
Melisa F. Galasso, CPA
Melisa Galasso is the founder and CEO of Galasso Learning Solutions LLC. A CPA with nearly 20 years of experience in the accounting profession, Melisa designs and facilitates courses in advanced technical accounting and auditing topics, including not-for-profit and governmental accounting. She also supports essential professional development, audit level training, and train the trainer efforts.
Melisa is a Certified Speaking Professional, a Certified Professional in Talent Development (CPTD), and has earned the Association for Talent Development Master Trainer™ designation. Her passion for instructional design and adult learning techniques is one of the differentiators that set her apart from other CPE providers.
Within the industry, Melisa serves on the FASB's Not-for-Profit Advisory Committee (NAC), AICPA Council, and the VSCPA's Board of Directors. She previously served on the AICPA's Technical Issues Committee (TIC) and is a past-Chair of the NCACPA's A&A committee. Melisa also authors the AICPA's State and Local Government Guide and serves as a SME for the Center for Plain English Accounting.
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