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Guidehouse is a proud Platinum Sponsor of the Association of Government Accountant's Professional Development Training July 14-17, 2024. Speak to one of our Guidehouse Experts at Booth 206.
AGA’s Professional Development Training (PDT) brings together a broad audience of federal, state and local government financial professionals, including CFOs, inspectors general, accountants, auditors, as well as, financial professionals from the private sector. With over 3,000 attendees, PDT offers three and a half days of educational session sessions designed to equip attendees with the skills and knowledge needed to enhance, leadership, improve performance in cost-constrained environments, and address shared challenges using best practices.
S103: ICOR Covers Financial and Nonfinancial Reporting Objectives
1:00 – 2:15 p.m. | Sunday, July 14
OMB Circular A-123 requires federal agencies to implement control activities for assurances of internal controls and processes. These controls check overall data quality and internal controls over reporting (ICOR) to cover financial and nonfinancial reporting objectives. Learn how agencies align OMB Circular A-123 requirements to integrate ERM and ICOR into agency management and stakeholder decision-making. Discover how agencies balance resources to conduct and promote A-123 Appendix A requirements and integrate data quality with changes in scoping, planning and execution. Explore agency challenges in implementing or shifting programs to meet new Appendix reporting objectives and data quality requirements.
Moderator: Andreia Bodale, Director, Defense & Security, Guidehouse
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M107: Evolving Risk Management in a Mature Control Environment
10:30 – 11:45 a.m. | Monday, July 15
The internal control systems of government entities are evolving and maturing. At the same time, technology is evolving and maturing. So, the mechanisms used to identify, assess, and respond to operational and financial risks should change, too. Come learn about effective approaches to internal control programs and nuanced risk management techniques that work in a mature financial environment.
Moderator: Melanie Geesaman, Director, Defense & Security, Guidehouse
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M115: Defining a Leader | Successes and Struggles
2:10 – 3:25 p.m. | Monday, July 15
Whether you are brand-new to leading a team or a seasoned professional, this session will help you avoid leadership pitfalls and focus on the possibilities ahead.
Moderator: Crystal Wolf
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T116: The Truth about Cyber Fraud
10:45 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. | Tuesday, July 16
We live in a dynamic, sometimes volatile world. As leaders in a hyper-connected global society, we must remain aware of numerous issues, including cyber fraud, digital criminal activity, organized and everyday crime, world economics, supply chain and energy security, misinformation and much more! Join this session to learn how to put up good cyber defenses against these forces.
Moderator: Ajay Guru, Partner, Financial Crime, Fraud & Investigative Services, Guidehouse
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T127: Know More, Become More with the CGFM Certification
2:30 – 3:20 p.m. | Tuesday, July 16
CGFMs describe why they pursued the Certified Government Financial Manager® (CGFM®) certification and how it has helped advance their careers. Join us to gather tips to prepare for the three CGFM examinations and get started on your journey to success.
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W107: Leading Through Uncertainty
9:35 – 10:25 a.m. | Wednesday, July 17
Enjoy a fireside chat with Vinay Singh as he reflects on several discrete federal roles he held in different administrations, each presenting different challenges. Mr. Singh will share his story of navigating highly political positions to make an impact and drive success for his agency, the government, and the nation.
Moderator: Caitlin Holmes, Partner, Public Sector Financial Services, Guidehouse
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