Assessing Independence Under the New Yellow Book
Online
1.00 Credits
Member Price $39.00
Non-Member Price $59.00
Overview
Individuals who work in a governmental environment have many rules of ethics that must be followed. The Government Accountability Office (GAO) issues Yellow Book providing rules related to ethics and independence, which received a significant update in 2018. We'll review some of the key elements of ethics relevant to governmental entities and auditors to prevent independence noncompliance.
Objectives
- Recall safeguards that can be used to reduce threats to an acceptable level
- Identify threats to independence
Highlights
- Independence
- Threats
- Safeguards
Designed For
Accounting professionals who work in a governmental environment
Prerequisites
None
Preparation
None
Notice
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Leader(s):
Leader Bios
Melisa Galasso, 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 accounting 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.
Non-Member Price $59.00
Member Price $39.00
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