Preparing Federal Financial Statements Using the U.S. Standard General Ledger

Overview

Learn how to effectively prepare, review, and audit federal financial statements using the guidelines of the United States Standard General Ledger (USSGL), as well as other regulatory requirements. Explore ways to help build taxpayer confidence that federally appropriated funds are being managed as intended by helping to support accountability and transparency in federal agencies.

Who Attends

This course is designed for Federal financial management personnel and staff responsible for preparing, reviewing, or auditing agency financial statements.

Course Level: Intermediate
CLP: 16 | CPE: 16
Duration: 2 Days

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October 6 - October 7, 2026

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November 30 - December 1, 2026

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January 21 - January 22, 2027

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April 29 - April 30, 2027

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June 7 - June 8, 2027

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August 23 - August 24, 2027

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November 8 - November 9, 2027

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December 15 - December 16, 2027

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Learning Objectives

Describe the relationship of financial statements to the federal accounting standards and associated laws and regulations
Describe the basic format and content for financial statements
Explain the function of Office of Management and Budget (OMB) reporting requirements in preparing financial statements
Determine whether an agency component is subject to Federal Financial Reporting Standards
Prepare basic financial statements, including the Statement of Budgetary Resources, in accordance with OMB and federal accounting standards
Outline audit and agency requirements for federal financial statements
Describe the role financial statements play in the accounting cycle

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Preparing Federal Financial Statements Using the U.S. Standard General Ledger

Overview

Who Attends

For Groups

Available Dates

Learning Objectives

Additional Features

Credits

This course is part of the following Management Concepts Certificate Programs:

Core Courses

Elective Courses

Prerequisites:

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Suggested

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Preparing Federal Financial Statements Using the U.S. Standard General Ledger

Overview

Who Attends

For Groups

Available Dates

Learning Objectives

Additional Features

Credits

This course is part of the following Management Concepts Certificate Programs:

Core Courses

Elective Courses

Prerequisites:

Mandatory

Suggested

Course Activities

Course Topics

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