Yellow Book Boot Camp - Intro
Total Credits: 8 including 4 Accounting (Governmental) - Technical, 4 Auditing (Governmental) - Technical
- Average Rating:
- 40
- Categories:
- ACPEN Industry Institute | Accounting and Auditing
- Faculty:
- Melisa F. Galasso
- Course Levels:
- Basic
- Duration:
- 8.0
- License:
Tags: Accounting
Description
This course is designed for accountants in public practice and industry that focus on nonprofit and governmental entities. We will cover the basics needed to understand what makes nonprofit and governmental accounting & auditing unique. In the morning, the course will address the key financial reporting differences for governmental and nonprofit entities. In the afternoon, we switch focus and review the fundamentals of Yellow Book and Uniform Guidance audits. This foundational course is perfect for those getting started in the nonprofit and governmental arena and those looking for a refresher.
Basic Course Information
Learning Objectives- Identify the key differences in governmental GAAP
- Recognize the basic requirements in a Yellow Book Audit
- Describe performance requirements for Uniform Guidance
- Identify topics unique to nonprofit accounting
Major Subjects
- Accounting
- Auditing
- Governmental Entities
Course Materials
Important CPE Credit Instructions_READ BEFORE WEBCAST UPDATED (487.5 KB) | Available after Purchase |
Handout (5.2 MB) | Available after Purchase |
Faculty

Melisa F. Galasso Related Seminars and Products
Founder and CEO
Galasso Learning Solutions LLC
Melisa Galasso is the founder and CEO of Galasso Learning Solutions LLC. A CPA with nearly 20 years of experience in the accounting profession, Melisa designs and facilitates courses in advanced technical acconting and auditing topics, including not-for-profit and governmental accounting. She also supports essential professional development, audit level training, and train the trainer efforts. Melisa is a Certified Professional in Talent Development (CPTD) and has earned the Association for Talent Development Master Trainer™ designation. Her passion for instructional design and adult learning techniques is one of the differentiators that set her apart from other CPE providers. Within the industry, Melisa serves on the FASB’s Not-for-Profit Advisory Committee (NAC), AICPA Council, and the VSCPA’s Board of Directors. She previously served on the AICPA’s Technical Issues Committee (TIC) and is a past-Chair of the NCACPA’s A&A committee. Melisa also authors the AICPA’s State and Local Government Guide and serves as a SME for the Center for Plain English Accounting.
Additional Info
Basic Course Information
Advanced PreparationNone
Designed For
Practitioners new to governmental or nonprofit accounting or auditing
Original Recording Date
8/1/2020
Yellow Book
Yes
Course Developer
Galasso Learning Solutions
Date Added to Catalog
2/3/2021
Prerequisites
None
Additional Information
Complaint Resolution PolicyPlease contact Anne Taylor for any complaints. anne.taylor@acpen.com, (972-377-8199).
Official Registry Statement
Business Professionals' Network, Inc. is registered with the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) as a sponsor of continuing professional education on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors. State boards of accountancy have final authority on the acceptance of individual courses for CPE credit. Complaints regarding registered sponsors may be submitted to the National Registry of CPE Sponsors through its website: www.nasbaregistry.org
Instructional Delivery Method
Group Internet Based
Course Registration Requirements
Online Registration
Refund/Cancellation Policy
Please contact the ACPEN help desk 1-877-602-9877 or help@acpen.com if you wish to cancel your attendance for a previously purchased webcast and are requesting a refund or transfer.
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