Webcast: Introduction to Yellow Book - 8-Credit Boot Camp
320 | Webcast | Basic | Scheduled
Description
This course is designed for accountants in public practice and industry who focus on nonprofit and governmental entities. We will cover the basics needed to understand what makes nonprofit and governmental accounting and auditing unique. The course starts with the key financial reporting differences for governmental and nonprofit entities and then switches focus to review the fundamentals of Yellow Book and Uniform Guidance audits.
This foundational course is perfect for those getting started in the nonprofit and governmental arena and those looking for a refresher.
Credits
| Number of Credits | Type of Credits |
|---|---|
| 4.00 | Accounting (Governmental) |
| 4.00 | Auditing (Governmental) |
Objectives
- Identify the key differences in governmental GAAP
- Recognize the basic requirements in a Yellow Book audit
- Describe performance requirements for Uniform Guidance
- Identify topics unique to nonprofit accounting
Prices
- Member (Early Bird)
- $269.00
- Non-Member (Early Bird)
- $369.00
- Member
- $269.00
- Non-Member
- $369.00
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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