2024 MSCPA Annual Convention: Details

Introduction to Governmental Accounting

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Saturday, October 26, 2024 @ 11:00am 12:53pm
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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 & Analysis (MD&A), and the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report.

Prerequisites

None

Highlights

  • Fund Accounting
  • MD&A
  • ACFR

Objectives

  • Describe the unique accounting principles and transactions applicable to governmental entities

Preparation

None

Credits

Category Amount
Accounting&Auditing 2.00