Completing the benchmark which we call the Disclosure Statement involves a multidisciplinary team comprised of functional areas that may include Accounting/Finance, Human Resources, Treasury, Program, and Pricing members. In this session, we walk through the Disclosure Statement -- Specifically, the cover sheet, eight parts of the Disclosure Statement, and the continuation sheet. We'll describe the resources supporting each section and the requirements.

A contractor's Disclosure Statement is its benchmark for conducting business with Uncle Sam. We'll kick off this web series with an overview of the CASB Disclosure Statement. Specifically, we'll discuss the applicability and trigger requirements for CAS and the Disclosure Statement. Next, we'll discuss the Disclosure Statement and define the cost accounting practices described within it. The first session will preview the web series and establish the foundation for the following 3 sessions, where we delve into greater detail and provide perspective on some of the most often raised compliance challenges.

Multi-segment corporations play a significant role in government contracting, leveraging diverse capabilities across industries. However, the structure of having multiple segments report to a centralized home office isn't limited to large corporations. Contractors offering a mix of commercial and government products or services can benefit from segmenting these lines of business with centralized management and shared services. While this structure provides operational advantages, it also introduces unique compliance challenges under government contracting regulations. In this session, we'll start with an overview of regulatory requirements and guidance for cost accounting in multi-segment and home office settings, then explore the benefits and challenges of multi-segment structures in government contracting. By the end, attendees will gain a comprehensive understanding of:  Definitions of segments and home offices in government contracting  FAR and CAS requirements related to multi-segment and home office cost accounting  Operational benefits of multi-segment structures  Compliance challenges associated with multi-segment accounting Learning Objectives: Upon completing this webinar, participants will be able to identify key compliance requirements for multi-segment corporations in government contracting and apply best practices for structuring segments and home offices to align with regulatory standards.

Join the authors of the GAUGE Report for the final 2024 results, based on the GAUGE Survey, where 1,255 contributors provided answers in five main areas of contracting: government contract compliance, accounting, utilization, growth, and efficiencies. The webinar presenters will share new data on improving company compliance and efficiencies, including cash flow, project management, labor resources, indirect rates, and, most of all, applying AI insights to accelerate businesses' profitability. Designed for GovCon executives, accounting and finance departments, HR managers, IT managers, and operations, this webinar will also cover:  Current market dynamics and key organizational issues, opportunities, and challenges  Business and project management outlook, performance, and operations metrics  Compliance and audit experiences, costs, and key metrics  Noteworthy trends and actionable steps for addressing industry issues, with a focus on AI enablement  AI Maturity Model: Six steps to kick start your AI strategy, data usage & confidence, tools, and integration

2 CFR 200 Uniform Grants Guidance governs the administration of awards of federal financial assistance. Organizations operating under such awards are required to meet certain financial, accounting, and compliance requirements applicable to those federal funds even when they are embedded in state or local grants. Join us to learn how to navigate these requirements, and if you're already familiar with 2 CFR 200 Uniform Guidance, learn about the updates to those requirements that go into effect on October 1st. Designed for government contractors, nonprofits, and educational entity representatives in the areas of finance as well as legal and risk management professionals, this webinar will cover:  Overview of 2 CFR 200 requirements and October 1 updates  Audit Readiness  Common pitfalls  Compliance and reporting best practices

Regulatory compliance in government contracting is ever-evolving. Legislation, rule-making, regulation, and agency-specific procedures require contractors to stay informed about changes. Join JAMIS Software guest presenters from Capital Edge Consulting and Berenzweig Leonard as they review the latest updates and challenges affecting government contractors. Topics include: 1. Regulatory update on cost & pricing included in the 2025 NDAA (House and Senate) 2. Update on Notice of Advance Rule Making, Cost Accounting Standards (CAS): IDIQ contracts, elimination of CAS 408 and CAS 409 3. August 1, 2024, DoJ new/updated Corporate Whistleblower Award Program 4. Regulatory update on the Pilot Program on Payment of Costs for Denied GAO Bid Protests included in the 2025 NDAA (House) 5. Loper Bright's impact on how the FAR Council will implement the 2025 NDAA 6. Implications of Loper Bright on government contracts litigation Learning Objectives: Upon completion of this webinar, participants will be aware of recent legislative, regulatory, and DCAA audit guidance actions affecting government contract compliance and will be able to identify challenges for the remainder of the year and beyond.

The session provides an overview of the cost impact process, with a specific focus on the parties involved in the review and audit, along with expectations from DCAA. We will discuss the factors that contribute to a cost accounting practice change and the requirements to submit a Cost Impact, including identifying the change, determining the impact population, calculating the impact and driving toward resolution. We will touch on many of the key deliverable expectations included in DCAA's Cost Impact Adequacy Tool and likely areas of emphasis during the audit. Learning Objectives:  Overview of the Cost Impact process, including parties involved  Characteristics of a Cost Accounting Practice Change  Understanding the difference between a General Dollar Magnitude and a Detailed Cost Impact  Common risk factors to think about that may be raised during a Cost Impact proposal audit  Overview of DCAA's Cost Impact Adequacy Tool

Once a contractor has a contract subject to full CAS coverage, it is important to understand how to make a change to a disclosed cost accounting practice. This session will include a discussion of (Learning Objectives):  What is considered an accounting practice change?  What does not meet the definition of an accounting practice change?  What are common triggers for a cost accounting practice change? Additionally, the course will dive into cost impact proposals covering when a proposal is required, the timing for submission, and how impacts are calculated. The course also includes a case study for hands-on experience with a cost impact calculation.

The session provides guidance on how to navigate a DCAA accounting system audit. The webinar takes a lifecycle approach. It begins with understanding the different accounting system and associated audit requirements, to supporting the audit process, through audit reporting and corrective action. This course emphasizes the practical realities of an accounting system audit by offering tips and tricks to get out in front of audit findings, managing auditor/auditee relationships, avoiding common pitfalls, and facilitating timely corrective action if adverse audit findings surface. Learning Objectives:  High-level overview of the accounting system requirements  Understanding and differentiation of accounting system audit types and associated approaches  Developing strong working relationships with DCAA  Common DCAA data requests to expect and the rationale behind them  Sensitive areas and common contractor pitfalls during accounting system audits  Tips and tricks to get in front of potential audit findings and facilitate timely corrective action

This session builds on CAS Overview and Applicability with understanding the impacts to an organization's business segments. The session begins with defining the difference between a business unit and a segment and explains the pros and cons of transferring materials, supplies or services based on both cost and price. Learning Objectives: Participants will learn about the applicability of Disclosure Statements to segments, including when a Disclosure Statement is required to be completed. The session also includes a case study which will provide hands-on experience with a sample Disclosure Statement.