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Aug 7, 2025
CAS Part 2 - Session 5 - Procurement University 2025
Procurement University - 2025
In this session, we will focus on the CAS administration requirements for reporting and documenting the cost impacts of changes to cost accounting practices. To do this, we will take a deeper look into the Disclosure Statement, including its components, applicability, and the process necessary when changes in accounting practice require a disclosure statement revision. Learning Objectives: By the end of the webinar you should be able to:  Understand how and when to file a Disclosure Statement;  Possess a general understanding of the components of a Disclosure Statement (Parts I to VIII);  Identify a cost accounting practice change; and  Understand the criteria required for an adequate Disclosure Statement.
On-Demand Webinars
May 13, 2025
Mastering Contract Management - Leveraging Accounting Practices for Optimal Results
Contracts and Accounting often operate independently within contract management, leading to inefficiencies and labor-intensive data gathering for project reporting, Incurred Cost Submission preparation, and contract closeouts. In this session, we will identify common inefficiencies and discuss streamlined processes to provide accurate data without manual intervention.
On-Demand Webinars
Dec 13, 2024
Navigating Multi-Company and Intercompany Accounting Compliance as a Government Contractor
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.
On-Demand Webinars
Nov 19, 2024
2024 GAUGE Report - Balancing Efficiencies and Compliance with AI Insights
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
On-Demand Webinars
Sep 4, 2024
Compliance Updates and Hot Topics for Q3 2024 - JAMIS Prime Insights
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.
On-Demand Webinars
May 9, 2024
Mastering FAR 31.201 - Your Guide to Unallowable Costs
Don't miss the opportunity to become an expert in navigating the complexities of FAR 31.201 with our comprehensive webinar, tailored specifically around Unallowable Costs! Here's why you should grab your virtual seat:  Demystify FAR 31.201: Get an in-depth walkthrough of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) that governs Unallowable Costs.  Comprehend Unallowable Costs: Obtain a clear-cut understanding of what constitutes Unallowable Costs and why they matter to you.  Classify Unallowable Expenses: We'll take you through the various types of Unallowable Costs, providing the knowledge to identify them with ease.  Master Accounting Practices: Learn the ropes of properly accounting for Unallowable Costs, ensuring your organization's financial compliance.  Avoid Costly Mistakes: Uncover potential penalties and safeguard your organization by staying ahead of compliance issues related to Unallowable Costs.  Audit with Confidence: Gain valuable insights into the auditing process of Unallowable Costs to help streamline your company's operations. This webinar is an invaluable investment for those looking to refine their accounting skills, ensure compliance in their financial reporting, and steer clear of the hurdles associated with Unallowable Costs. Make sure to reserve your spot now-your expertise is just a webinar away!
On-Demand Webinars
A Practical Guide to DCAA Accounting System Audits - Session 3 - DCAA Audits Series 2024
DCAA Audits Webinar Series - 2024
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
On-Demand Webinars
Accounting System Requirements - Session 7 - Procurement University 2024
Procurement University - 2024
As a contractor, you may be subject to certain requirements related to your accounting system. This program will cover the Pre-Award Survey (Standard Form 1408) as well as the DFARS Accounting System Rule including Timekeeping, Labor Distribution and Billing. Learning Objectives: By the end of the webinar you should be able to:  Understand a pre-award accounting system survey and its purpose in the federal-award process;  Identify the objective of the accounting business system and its common criteria;  Apply the accounting system adequacy attributes to real-world examples;  Recognize which accounting subsystems are covered in the Defense Contract Audit Manual (DCAM); and  Be aware of potential issues when implementing new accounting systems.
On-Demand Webinars
CAS Part 1 - Session 4 - Procurement University 2024
Procurement University - 2024
In this session, we will discuss Cost Accounting Standards (CAS) including both full and modified CAS coverage. You will learn about each of the standards, applicability, exemptions, and CAS administration issues such as changes to cost accounting practices. Learning Objectives: By the end of the webinar you should be able to:  Understand the purpose of Cost Accounting Standards (CAS);  Identify the specified exemptions to CAS;  Analyze whether or not a contract is subject to CAS based on contract clauses and thresholds and if covered, whether modified or full coverage is required; and  Have a basic understanding of the cost accounting practice changes.
On-Demand Webinars
CAS Part 1 - Session 4 - Procurement University 2025
Procurement University - 2025
In this session, we will discuss Cost Accounting Standards (CAS) including both full and modified CAS coverage. You will learn about each of the standards, applicability, exemptions, and CAS administration issues such as changes to cost accounting practices. Learning Objectives: By the end of the webinar you should be able to:  Understand the purpose of Cost Accounting Standards (CAS);  Identify the specified exemptions to CAS;  Analyze whether or not a contract is subject to CAS based on contract clauses and thresholds and if covered, whether modified or full coverage is required; and  Have a basic understanding of the cost accounting practice changes.
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