Latest Developments in Government & Nonprofit Accounting [GNA4]

Aug 9, 2018
Time: 8:30am - 12:00pm

Subject:

Government / Not-For-Profit

Credit Hours:

4.00

Price:

Member: $150.00
Non-member: $225.00

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Discussion Leader:

Jeffrey Lieman, CPA    more info

Lieman Associates LLC / Owings Mills, Maryland

Jeff Lieman currently heads his own consulting firm in Owings Mills, Maryland. He provides consulting services, contractual assistance services, and training to CPAs, their firms and their clients on matters related to US and international accounting principles, auditing standards, governmental auditing standards, and business planning services. Jeff’s previous experience included serving as the Chief Financial Examiner for the Maryland Insurance Administration and being a Director for Ellin & Tucker, Chartered. As the Chief Financial Examiner, Jeff was responsible for the solvency examination of the Maryland domestic insurance companies. While Jeff was a Director for Ellin & Tucker, Chartered, he developed two new niche areas for the firm and supervised numerous audit service engagements. Jeff trained staff in many areas of accounting, administration and consulting and provided training services on a national level to other organizations. He reviewed numerous accounting systems and assisted in the selection and implementation of automated systems, helped develop policies and procedures for technology usage, work paper development, administrative procedures and other office policies, and also provided Peer Review Services (SEC section). Jeff also served as a Senior Manager with KPMG/Baltimore. At KPMG he maintained client relations, marketed audit, tax and consulting services, and managed audit related services for publicly traded and privately held entities. His clients have included real estate ventures, printing and publishing companies, electronic manufacturers, wholesale distributors, retail stores, financial institutions, construction contractors, Governmental units, and various nonprofit organizations.

Mr. Lieman has been a national trainer for KPMG where he developed training materials for staff and instructors and is recognized nationally as a lecturer for various accounting, auditing and technology topics and has been quoted in various trade journals. He was elected Chairman of the Year by the Maryland Association of CPAs for chairmanship of the Computer Resources Committee.

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Website registration for this course closes on August 8, 2018. To register after this date please contact the society at akcpa@ak.net or 907-562-4334.

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Latest Developments in Government & Nonprofit Accounting (GNA4)

August 9, 2018

Alaska Society of CPAs Office
2600 Cordova Street, Suite 211
Anchorage, AK

LATE REGISTRATION POLICY
For registrations received less than 21 days from the course date will be charged a late fee of $50 for each 8 hour course and $25 for each 4 hour course and $12.50 for each 2 hour course.

With two active standard setters (i.e., the GASB and FASB), there are always important developments occurring in government and nonprofit accounting. Time is valuable and it's hard to stay current in today's rapidly changing environment. Let us save you time and effort in slaying current through this informative update course. The purpose of this course is to enable you to excel in the constantly changing government and nonprofit environment. The course materials utilize a highly illustrative and innovative format. Over a dozen focused exercises are included to provide an enhanced working knowledge of the latest developments in government and nonprofit accounting.

Major Topics:
-Prepare for the implementation of the new FASB ASU on nonprofit financial reporting (i.e., ASU No. 2016-14) while also developing a deeper understanding of the effects that the FASB ASUs on leases (i.e., ASU No. 2016-02) and revenue recognition (i.e., ASU No. 2014-09) will have on nonprofits in the years to come
-Recent GASB activities directed towards state and local governments with an emphasis on the implementation of GASB No. 75, Accounting and Financial Reporting for Postemployment Benefits Other Than Pensions

Learning Objectives:
-Keep up to date with the latest developments related to governments and nonprofits at the FASB and GASB
-Ensure that your accounting skills stay up-to-date with current requirements
-Be prepared for major changes on the horizon

Designed For: Auditors and industry professionals working in the government and nonprofit environment

CPE Credits: 4, Accounting (Governmental)

Level of Knowledge: Update

Prerequisite: Knowledge of government and nonprofit accounting

Acronym: GNA4

Discussion Leader: Jeffrey Lieman, CPA