Surgent's The Most Critical Challenges in Governmental Accounting Today

Overview

With the leasing standard and other standards looming, now is the time to know more than just what the standards say; we need to know what they mean and how they will affect governmental entities. This course is designed to do just that! The course materials utilize a highly illustrative and innovative format. Over 15 focused exercises are included to provide an enhanced working knowledge of the most critical challenges in governmental accounting today.

Highlights

• Lessons learned (and lessons remaining) from the implementation of GASB No. 87, Leases
• How governments can prepare for and implement GASB No. 96, Subscription-Based Information Technology Arrangements
• Additional recently issued GASB standards

Prerequisites

Basic auditing knowledge

Designed For

Governmental industry professionals and auditors

Objectives

• Identify the critical changes occurring in governmental accounting today
• Skillfully implement today’s most challenging GASB standards
• More effectively audit governmental entities through superior knowledge of key accounting issues

Preparation

None

Notice

This on-demand webcast can be taken at any time of your choosing and is valid for one year from the date of purchase. No live instructor is present, and an exam is required to earn credit. You must score 70% or higher to earn the certificate.

How do I access my Self-Study Package?

Visit https://www.surgentcpe.com/login and enter your username (your LCPA email address) and password. If you do not remember your password, press the "Forgot?" button to receive a password reset email. Once logged in, the page will refresh to display your account menu on the left side.