Uniform Municipal Accounting System (UMAS) Training Course
Overview
We are pleased to provide our seminar on Municipal Accounting under the revised Uniform Municipal Accounting System again in 2023. For over 30 years we have conducted this seminar on an annual basis. It has already been attended by over 700 Town Accountants/City Auditors and other related Town employees.
This program is designed for the Town Accountant/City Auditor (or Assistant) who has not had adequate training in this complex accounting subject matter. The material is presented in a format that makes it understandable. It is also beneficial for others who work in or with the accounting department of a municipality.
This is a three day seminar on the following dates:
Thursday, May 11
Thursday, May 18
Thursday, May 25
Registration deadline: Wednesday, April 12th
Presenters
Edward Boyd Jr., Partner, Assurance Services – Marcum LLP
Zackary Fentross, Director, Assurance Services – Marcum LLP
Course Outline
When or when not to establish a new fund
An analysis of each account and how they relate to accounts under the UMAS accounting system
Recording receipts, warrants, commitments, abatements, refunds, overlay, etc.
How to book the budget and the tax recap
How to make transfer entries
Accounting controls and assuring accuracy in records
Authority for appropriating and spending municipal funds
Education reform requirements
Schedule A, Balance Sheets, Annual Audit
We will also cover current topics including GASB 87 (leases), GASB 67/68 (pension), GASB 74/75 (OPEB), and the Municipal Modernization Act.
Register
There will be a $500.00 charge for admission to this 3-day seminar, which includes a comprehensive manual and reference guide. (Please note: This course is offered free-of-charge to current Marcum LLP audit clients.)
If you wish to attend the course, please complete our online registration form.
Seating is limited to the first 40 registrants
Registration deadline: Wednesday, April 12th
A confirmation email with travel and parking instructions will be sent to you to confirm your registration. At that time, payment instructions will be provided.