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• 23AprDCAA Contractor Business Systems and Internal ControlsThis virtual course focuses on the development of internal controls for compliance with the DFARS defined Business Systems: Accounting, Estimating, Material Management and Accounting System (MMAS), Earned Value Management (EVM), Purchasing, and Property. The course emphasizes the role of the Defense Contract Audit Agency (DCAA) in auditing and evaluating contractors’ internal controls. In fact, DCAA has continuously developed new audit programs for assessing contractors’ compliance with the detailed requirements of the DFARS. This has been an evolution that has resulted in shifting emphases by DCAA up to and including the present time. The Defense Contract Management Agency (DCMA) has similarly adjusted its review criteria as well. The instruction provides recommended and proven approaches to develop, maintain, and monitor internal business system controls for compliance with Government contract requirements including FAR and DFARS business system requirements. This course is recommended for those individuals who have a fundamental or better background in negotiated government contracting, and government contract regulatory compliance related responsibilities. It will benefit individuals with responsibilities for developing and conducting internal compliance audits and oversight reviews as well as contractors who wish to establish, improve or update existing systems of internal controls. Overall, this course will enhance skills in government contract compliance risk management. Who should attend:
  Compliance Professionals
  Audit and Internal Controls Professionals
  Finance and Accounting Professionals
  Small Business professionals
  Prime Contractors
  Contract Managers and Administrators
  Senior Level Contracts Professionals
  Learning Objectives:
  After completing this course, you will be able to:
  Understand the nature and intent of business systems compliance requirements
  Create Internal control risk management and compliance models
  Develop Inter-relationships between accounting and other related systems
  Understand The types of compliance internal controls
  Recognize indicators of risk/vulnerability and potential non-compliance in business systems
  The adequacy qualities, government oversight approaches and significant compliance issues related to various business systems. This live virtual course is eligible for both CLE and CPE credit. Virtual Apr 23 - Apr 2410:00 am - 5:00 pmLearn More »
• 1MayCAS Overview and Applicability - CAS Series (#1)CAS Overview and Applicability - Session 1 - CAS - Beyond Just the Standards Series 2024 This is session 1 of 3 in the CAS - Beyond Just the Standards series. Many Federal contractors initially find Cost Accounting Standards to be difficult to understand and navigate. Our experts break down the requirements so each participant can understand:
  What is CAS?
  When does it apply?
  What is a Disclosure Statement?
  This session will discuss modified vs. full CAS coverage and will also provide a high-level overview of the standards by grouping and the connection between CAS requirements and the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR). This live webinar is eligible for both CLE and CPE credit.
  NOTE: CPE/CLE credit for attendees are subject to participation and approval by the governing boards. Webinar 12:00 pm - 2:00 pmLearn More »
• 2MayThe FOUR W's of Grants & Cooperative Agreements SeriesThis is session 2 of 3 in the FOUR W's of Grants and Cooperative Agreements Series. In this session, our Partners from McCallister and Quinn (M&Q) will join us to help the attendees understand WHEN these opportunities are available, WHERE you and your organization can find them, and HOW to pursue them. M&Q’s experts are adept at securing Federal funding opportunities for both for-profit and not-for-profit organizations. This session will dive into all the pre-award activities necessary to support a successful pursuit while avoiding any challenges along the way. Learning Objectives:
  Identify when opportunities are available, where you can find them, and how you can pursue them
  Familiarize with the pre-award compliance requirements associated with Federal funding opportunities This live webinar is eligible for both CLE and CPE credit.
  NOTE: CPE/CLE credit for attendees are subject to participation and approval by the governing boards. Webinar 11:00 am - 12:00 pmLearn More »
• 2MayProcurement University: Truthful Cost or Pricing Data (#2)Truthful Cost or Pricing Data - Session 2 - Procurement University 2024 This is session 2 of 9 in the Procurement University webinar series. A negotiated contract (or procurement) allows the government to select a contractor based on criteria other than solely a formal price competition. The FAR provides guidance for conducting these types of procurements and the contract types that can be used by both the federal government and its contractors (e.g. fixed price, incentive, or cost-reimbursement). In this session, learn how these types of contracts can be both a challenge and an opportunity for contractors and about the extra steps necessary to justify the proposed price. Learning Objectives: By the end of the webinar you should be able to:
  Differentiate between cost and price analysis and understand the appropriate times to apply each method;
  Define cost or pricing data, certified cost or pricing data, and data other than cost or pricing data;
  Understand defective pricing and how to prevent it; and
  Utilize the six-step process to develop a compliance process that fits the needs of your firm. This live webinar is eligible for both CLE and CPE credit.
  NOTE: CPE/CLE credit for attendees are subject to participation and approval by the governing boards. Webinar 2:00 pm - 3:30 pmLearn More »
• 3May2024: FAR Part 30, Cost Accounting Standards AdministrationJoin Washington DC based, Jennifer Schaus & Associates in the 2024 Webinar Series covering The FAR, Federal Acquisition Regulations.
  This session will feature guest speaker, Partner, Craig Stetson, Capital Edge Consulting; who will discuss the important details and nuances of The FAR. Get educated about the rules and regulations in the game of federal contracting. Webinar 12:00 pm - 1:00 pmLearn More »
• 6MayA Practical Guide to the Incurred Cost Submission (ICS)Government contractors subject to an Allowable Cost and Payment contract clause must submit an adequate incurred cost proposal together with supporting data for each fiscal year within six months after the end of those fiscal years. To establish final indirect rates and direct contract costs consistent with these important procurement provisions, contractors must understand all components of an adequate incurred cost proposal and the costs that must be included within these submissions. This course focuses on what contractors must know about the Incurred Cost Submission, ICS, including analysis of ICS Model Schedules, Contract Costs, and Rate Structures. This workshop is designed to show contractors how to identify and capture all allowable costs that may be claimed for reimbursement in the prescribed format consistent with FAR Part 42 requirements, and mitigate the risk of audit problems and issues. The instructors will provide a detailed, step by step guide to the preparation and development of the Incurred Cost Submission ICS. It begins with an explanation of accounting requirements such as the rules for allowability and allocability required to facilitate the successful completion of an ICS. The workshop also analyzes the different types of indirect rate structures used by contractors and delineates how companies should develop and present indirect rate structures and claimed costs as a part of these submissions. Through the use of a case study and exercise, workshop attendees will prepare and develop a company ICS. Students will learn critical data points, supporting documentation, and how to reduce audit risks when these submissions are reviewed. In addition, the workshop will cover the Incurred Cost Electronic model ICE, the electronic version of the model incurred cost proposal, and learn how it should be filed. Whether you have been doing business with the Federal Government for many years or have just won your first contract award, you will be provided with the skills and tools that will help to ensure that your submission is accurate, adequate, and complete. Who should attend:
  CFOs, Directors, Managers in functional areas of Contract Administration, Accounting, Finance, Compliance and Consulting. Any organization who are required to submit their incurred costs to the Federal Government Learning Objectives:
  Upon completion of the program you should be able to: Prepare an Incurred Cost statement
  Understand and apply the rules around allowability
  Understand and apply the rules with allocability
  Correctly identify data points to complete an ICS
  Effectively use the Incurred Cost Electronic model correctly Hyatt Regency La Jolla at Aventine
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