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• 18AprGovernment Contract Accounting Boot CampDesigned to cover the most important aspects of government contract accounting, this boot camp course is a combination of lectures and case studies to build practical and useful skills to immediately make an impact in your organization. It will cover:
  Unique Accounting Terminology and Definitions
  FAR Clauses
  Cost Accounting Standards (and Modified CAS)
  Cost and Pricing Data
  Overhead
  Allowable and Unallowable Costs
  Contract Pricing
  Auditing
  Financial Systems
  Compliance
  Defective Pricing
  At the end of the week, you can be confident in your knowledge and gain valuable skills to be immediately effective in your day-to-day work. Everyone will be awarded a certificate of attendance. Those seeking Legal or Accounting Accreditation will be awarded up to 5.5 hours of credit per day, if applicable. Who Should Attend:
  Accounting & finance professionals with limited experience in government contract accounting, or need a refresher on government contract accounting
  Directors, managers and administrators in government contract roles
  Small/medium size business owners
  Legal and compliance professionals
  Learning Objectives:
  Upon successful completion of the course you will:
  Retain and understand government contract accounting terminology
  Apply and recognize the FAR clauses related to the practices
  Apply and understand CAS and modified CAS situations
  Develop basic cost and price analysis
  Understand principles of overhead costs
  Determine the difference between allowable and unallowable costs
  Properly document and retain information for audits
  Determine situations when there are potential issues related to pricing Classroom / Arlington, VA / American Management Association Apr 15 - Apr 199:00 am - 4:00 pmLearn More »
• 18AprA Practical Guide to Grant and Cooperative Agreement CompliaEach year the Federal government issues more funding as grants and cooperative agreements than contracts. This trend has accelerated in the past two years and has seen increased media attention due to the COVID-19 crisis and the race for a vaccine and other treatments. In this course, we will introduce you to federal grant funding and discuss the relevant compliance considerations and requirements. This 2-day course consists of 8 sessions. Sessions include: Session 1: Basics of Grant Management
  Program Description: In this session, we will examine the key characteristics that define grants and cooperative agreements. We will also navigate the various regulatory frameworks that govern grants and cooperative agreements, including 2 CFR 200 (Uniform Guidance).
  Learning Objectives: By the end of this session, students will understand the regulatory framework and key characteristics that separate contracts, grants, and cooperative agreements. They will also have an understanding of the roles and responsibilities related to grants management. Session 2: Cost Allowability and Allocability
  Program Description: In this session, we will examine the 2 CFR 200, Subpart E Cost Principles and identify the factors that affect allowability of costs charged to federal grants. We will take a deep dive into types of costs that cause significant disallowances for federal grant recipients and discuss the exceptions to unallowable cost.
  Learning Objectives: By the end of this session, students will have an understanding of allowability, allocability, and reasonableness as it pertains to costs charged to a federal grant. Students will also learn to identify exceptions to unallowable cost when present. Session 3: Preparing an Indirect Rate Structure and Cost Proposal Rates
  Program Description: In this session, we will lead students through the indirect cost rate proposal process and provide examples of compliant cost structures for recovery of indirect costs. We will discuss common indirect cost rate negotiation tactics and provide best practices for indirect cost proposal development.
  Learning Objectives: By the end of this session, students will be able to develop a compliant cost allocation structure and prepare, submit, and negotiate an indirect cost rate with a federal cognizant agency. Session 4: Timekeeping and Labor Accounting for Federal Grants
  Program Description: In this session, we will focus on the cost principle behind timekeeping, generating quality supporting documentation, and what’s expected under Uniform Guidance. You’ll learn about what audit procedures you are likely to face and how organizations that have received findings could have avoided trouble.
  Learning Objectives: By the end of this session, students will be familiar with the timekeeping requirements associated with federal grants and the best practices for implementing a compliant timekeeping system. Session 5: Subrecipient Monitoring
  Program Description: In this session, we will address subrecipient monitoring best practices and how to avoid pitfalls. The Uniform Guidance introduced significant new responsibilities for pass-through entities and audit findings have shown that many are still struggling to keep up. If your organization issues subawards this is a can’t miss session. We will cover pass-through entity responsibilities, risk assessments, monitoring best practices, and common pitfalls and how to avoid them.
  Learning Objectives: By the end of this session, students will be familiar with subrecipient monitoring best practices and how to manage subrecipient relationships as a pass-through entity. Session 6: Billing / Drawdown and Payment; Documentation and Record Retention Issues
  Program Description: In this session, we will discuss cash management and why it is critically important to federal grants management due to the availability of advance funding. Federal grant recipients will need to manage federal cash when billing/drawing down funds and making payments in a manner that is consistent with the regulatory requirements.
  Learning Objectives: By the end of this session, students will understand the cash management requirements associated with advance funding on federal grants and be ready to implement best practices for billing/drawdown processes. Session 7: Policy & Procedure and Internal Controls for Grants
  Program Description: In this session, we will discuss the requirements associated with internal controls in 2 CFR 200. We will review the COSO Framework and examine example controls over grants management.
  Learning Objectives: By the end of this session, students will have an understanding of the requirements associated with internal controls in 2 CFR 200 and how to implement an adequate system of internal controls in their organization. Session 8: Preparing for Compliance Audits and Final Accounting Under Grants and Cooperative Agreements
  Program Description: In this session, we will examine subpart F of 2 CFR 200 and discuss the audit requirements associated with grants and cooperative agreements. We will review the most common audit procedures used and discuss how an organization can prepare in advance to help ensure a successful compliance audit. Classroom / Arlington, VA / American Management Association Apr 17 - Apr 189:00 am - 4:00 pmLearn More »
• 19AprERP Webinar Series, Session 7: ImplementationERP Series: Before, During, & After - Preparing for the Unknown Session 7: Implementation This session outlines critical considerations while preparing to go live with a new ERP system, including preparing the business for cutover and go-live, contingency planning, and organizational change management considerations. Key topics we will cover:
  - Cutover planning
  - Security
  - Reporting
  - Manufacturing Readiness
  - Materials Management Preparation
  - Organizational Change Management
  - Procurement Preparation
  - Contingency Planning Instructors:
  Gene Hansen, Partner
  Brian Stine, Senior Manager Webinar 11:00 am - 12:00 pmLearn More »
• 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 »