In-Depth Training on OMB's Uniform Guidance Plus CSBG/Head Start Hot Topics (Co-Sponsor: Maine Community Action Association [MCAA])

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In-Depth Training on OMB's Uniform Guidance Plus CSBG/Head Start Hot Topics (Co-Sponsor: Maine Community Action Association [MCAA])

10/1/2019 08:45 AM - 10/3/2019 05:00 PM (ET)

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Having strong internal controls and understanding the rules governing how you can and cannot spend federal dollars are keys to fiscal management and overall compliance in your organization.

Professionals new to the organization, as well as professionals who have been there for decades, will benefit from this review of the administrative and cost principles/allocation sections of the 2 CFR Part 200 – Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles and Audit Requirements for Federal Awards (also known as the “Uniform Guidance”) and HS/Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) hot topics.

Join this training workshop to learn about the new Uniform Guidance, HS and CSBG regulations and, more important, how to implement them in your organization. Review the regulations you need to know to stay in compliance through examples, stories and best practices learned from years of auditing and consulting. Take back up-to-date and relevant information to implement immediately in your agency.

Wipfli’s nonprofit experts have been presenting the highest-quality training for more than 40 years. Participants declare Wipfli training “empowering,” “outstanding,” “meaningful,” “invaluable” and “relevant.” At this workshop, our experts will provide you with in-depth training relating to financial management and administration.

Trainer(s)

Denes Tobie, CPA
Partner, Nonprofit and Government Practice

Katherine Eilers, CPA
Manager, Nonprofit and Government Practice

Registration Fee

• Early-bird rate: $775 per person if registered by September 3, 2019
• Regular rate: $875 per person if registered after September 3, 2019

Registration fees include:

• Up to 21 CPE credits in accordance with the standards of the National Registry of CPE Sponsors. CPE credits are granted based on a 50-minute hour.
• Training workbook.
• Reference materials (any PowerPoint presentations and/or additional references) available for download.
• Refreshment breaks.

Cancellation Policy
Cancellations made after September 3, 2019, will be charged a cancellation fee of $100. If you cancel, you may send a substitute from your organization. Participants who register but neither attend nor cancel are charged for their full registration fee. Call 888.876.4992 for questions about this policy.

Hotel Information

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Portland, ME
363 Maine Mall Road
Portland, Maine 04106

Reservations:
P:  1.800.774.1500 (mention Wipfli LLP)

Online Reservations

Room Rate:  $135/night
Rate Expires:  September 3, 2019; 12 p.m. (ET)

Daily Schedule

Tuesday, October 1, 2019         

7:45 – 8:30 a.m.                        Registration and Light Refreshments

8:30 a.m. – 12 p.m.                   General Provisions and Administrative Requirements

12 – 1:30 p.m.                           Lunch (on your own)

1:30 – 5 p.m.                             Administrative Requirements (continued)

Wednesday, October 2, 2019    

8 – 8:30 a.m.                             Light Refreshments

8:30 a.m. –12 p.m.                    Cost Principles and Cost Allocation

12 – 1:30 p.m.                           Lunch (on your own)

1:30 – 5 p.m.                             Selected Items of Cost and Audit Requirements

Thursday, October 3, 2019        

8 – 8:30 a.m.                             Light Refreshments

8:30 a.m. –12 p.m.                    CSBG Hot Topics

12 – 1:30 p.m.                           Lunch (on your own)

1:30 – 5 p.m.                             Head Start Hot Topics

Training Workshop Outline

Day 1: General Provisions and Administrative Requirements

Tuesday, October 1, 2019; 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Advanced Preparation: None
Level:   Basic
Prerequisite: None
Field of Study:   Specialized Knowledge
CPE*:  7.0 credit(s)

After an introduction and discussion of the laws and regulations, there will be a discussion of the general provisions and administrative requirements. We’ll focus on these key areas:

• Applicability of and implementation dates for the new regulations
• Standards for financial management systems and internal controls
• Property and equipment
• Program income
• Budget revisions
• Procurement
• Requirements for pass-through agencies
• Reporting and record retention requirements
  
  

Learning Objectives:

1. Review the organization, applicability and implementation timeline of the new Uniform Guidance.
2. Discuss the requirements for financial systems.
3. Discuss the regulations on program income, property and procurement.
4. Explore the requirements for reporting and record retention.
    

Day 2:  OMB Cost Principles, Cost Allocation, Selected Items of Cost and Audit Requirements

Wednesday, October 2, 2019; 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Advanced Preparation: None
Level:   Basic
Prerequisite: None
Field of Study:   Specialized Knowledge and Applications
CPE*:  7.0 credit(s)

The cost principles cover the costs that a grant-funded program can charge to federal grant awards. General principles, allowable costs, unallowable costs and costs that require prior approval will be discussed. We’ll also discuss all changes in regard to cost allocation and selected items of cost. In addition, we’ll discuss changes in audit requirements coming with the implementation of the regulations.

Learning Objectives:

1. Explore the basics of allowable costs.
2. Discuss direct and indirect costs.
3. Explore the options for cost allocation in the new Uniform Guidance.
4. Review the changes in audit requirements.
   
   

Day 3:  CSBG Hot Topics

Thursday, October 3, 2019; 8:30 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Advanced Preparation: None
Level:   Basic
Prerequisite: None
Field of Study:   Specialized Knowledge and Applications
CPE*:  3.5 credit(s)

Join this informative discussion for an overview of the nine categories of the Organizational Standards for Private Nonprofit CSBG Eligible Entities. Together we will explore methods for improving agency compliance and future impact in the areas of:

• Community involvement.
• Internal leadership.
• Governance.
• Human resource management.
• Financial operations oversight.
• Data analysis.

Learning Objectives:

1. Highlight the standards.
2. Discuss compliance requirements.
3. Explore best practices.
    

Day 3: Head Start Hot Topics

Thursday, October 3, 2019; 1:30 p.m. – 5 p.m.

Advanced Preparation: None
Level:   Basic
Prerequisite: None
Field of Study:   Specialized Knowledge and Applications
CPE*:  3.5 credit(s)

Fiscal and program staff working together in the HS/EHS program is not a new concept, but today it is much more of a reality. Join this informative session to review the areas where fiscal and program staff must work together to meet the Office of Head Start (OHS) Aligned Monitoring System (AMS) in Focus Area 1 and Focus Area 2. Together we will discuss fiscal’s and program’s interactions in:

• Budget planning and execution.
• Fiscal capacity.
• Facilities.
• Linking dollars received to program outcomes.
• Interaction with program related services (i.e., health, nutrition, etc.).

Learning Objectives:

1. Explore the regulation requirements in the OHS AMS.
2. Discuss how the OHS AMS is reviewing program’s involvement with fiscal.
3. Share ideas, thoughts and best practices related to these new requirements.
    

Be Prepared:  Wipfli Mobile App

All reference materials (any PowerPoint presentations and/or additional references) for this training workshop will be available via our mobile training app. Two weeks before the training you will receive an email invitation to access the app. 

For your convenience, you will also have access to the materials for two weeks following the training workshop. If you prefer to print the materials, please bring them with you because paper copies will not be available on site.

Internet access and power outlets will be available. Please limit Internet access to checking email and accessing training workshop materials. You will receive a workbook on site for hands-on activities. Registered attendees will receive an email when the materials are available online. 

*CPE

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Instructional Delivery: Group-Live.  For more information regarding administrative policies, such as complaint, cancellation and refund policies, please contact our offices at 888.876.4992.

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