Join us for the third installment of the CGFOA Immersion Series, where we dive deep into the latest developments in governmental accounting and budgeting. This session will provide a comprehensive overview of critical GASB pronouncements, including Statements 68, 75, 87, 96, 101, 102, 103, and 104. Attendees will gain insights into the implications of these standards on financial reporting, liability recognition, and disclosure requirements.

The session will also explore best practices in budget administration, focusing on effective implementation, monitoring, and reporting strategies. Learn how to enhance your budget documents, tailor communication for diverse audiences, and integrate long-term financial planning into your agency’s work plan.

Whether you're a seasoned finance professional or new to public sector accounting, this session offers practical guidance and actionable tools to strengthen your financial management practices.

Learning Objectives:

• Understand the scope and impact of recent and upcoming GASB statements.
• Apply practical implementation strategies for pension, OPEB, lease, and SBITA accounting.
• Improve budget document structure and communication.
• Strengthen budget monitoring and reporting processes.
• Align financial practices with long-term planning and policy goals.

Instructor: Paul Kane & Jill Morasko

Paul Kane: Paul provides audit and other assurance services. He works directly
with clients and our staff to ensure that client needs are exceeded
and goals are met. Paul also ensures work is done efficiently,
effectively and delivered as promised.
When you work with Paul, you can expect him to always be
available. He will take the time to understand your company, your
expectations, your needs and your situation. Paul enjoys building
relationships with his clients and team, and works onsite throughout
the audit to ensure issues and questions are handled as they arise.
While Paul is not busy with work and other professional
commitments, he is a huge fan of music, (listening, not playing) and
thoroughly enjoys the live music scene Denver has to offer.
Additionally, he is a huge sports fan (both playing and watching) and
is a very passionate fan of both the Denver Nuggets and Broncos. He
also loves hanging out with his family and cherishes every minute he
gets to spend with his wife and four kids, who are growing up way
too fast!

 Jill Morasko: Jill has more than seven years of experience with government
audits, conducting financial statement and compliance audits of
State of Montana executive and judicial branch agencies.
Jill also has experience in single audits and determining compliance
with a wide range of federal and state laws, policies and regulations.
Her additional experience is in the nonprofit industry, where she
reviews financial data and note information for the Schedule of
Federal Awards in accordance with Uniform Guidance requirements.

4 CPE

PLEASE NOTE: Registration and payment are required for each person attending this online class. CGFOA requires the name and email address of each paid attendee. The Zoom link is intended to be used by the person who registered. Registration is non-transferable, unless previously arranged.