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Yellow Book and Single Audit Tips for Better Returns 4 Credits

Jan 10, 2025, 10:30 AM ET

Yellow Book and Single Audit Tips for Better Returns 4 Credits

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    December, 1969
  • Subject Area

    Auditing (Govt.)

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Jan 10, 2025, 10:30 AM ET

Learning Objective

  • Describe the differences in the auditor’s responsibility between generally accepted auditing standards, generally accepted government auditing standards, and OMB Uniform Guidance.
  •  Explain common deficiencies in Yellow Book and Single Audit engagements.
  •  Apply best practices for designing and performing tests of internal controls and compliance with major federal programs.
  • Discuss the special reporting requirements of Yellow Book and Single Audit engagements.
  • Discover the fundamental differences in the auditor’s responsibilities between financial statement audits performed in accordance with the SASs and Yellow Book.
  • Understand risk assessment factors above those associated with a financial statement audit only.
  • Learn what must be done beyond the financial statement audit in order to issue required Yellow Book and Single Audit reports on internal controls and compliance.
  • Master designing, performing, and documenting effective and efficient tests of compliance requirements.
  • Practice identifying, documenting, and communicating the impact of internal control deficiencies and compliance audit findings to the client.
  • Common peer review deficiencies.

Course Overview

Navigating Yellow Book and Single Audit requirements can be daunting, with their complex rules and heightened expectations for compliance and reporting. How can auditors ensure they meet the rigorous standards required by generally accepted government auditing standards (GAGAS) and OMB Uniform Guidance? 

This CPE course is designed to demystify these challenges and equip professionals with the tools and knowledge to excel in these specialized engagements. You’ll learn practical strategies for designing and documenting effective tests of compliance and internal controls, along with techniques for identifying and addressing audit findings. Gain the confidence to handle the unique challenges of these audits while ensuring compliance with all applicable standards.

Major Topics Covered: 

  • Yellow Book Key Differences
  • Single Audit Compliance Essentials
  • Risk Assessment Beyond Basics
  • Internal Control Audit Strategies
  • Effective Deficiency Communication

Join us to strengthen your expertise and deliver impactful results on your next audit engagement.

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License details Credits Status
Auditing (Govt.) for Certified Public Accountants (CPA-US) 4 CPE Approved
Auditing (Govt.) for Delaware Licensed Public Accountant (DE-LPA) 4 CPE Eligible
Auditing for Certified Government Financial Manager (CGFM) 4 CPE Eligible
Auditing for Internal Audit Practitioner (IAP) 4 CPE Eligible
Auditing for Certified Internal Controls Auditor (CICA) 4 CPE Eligible
Auditing for Qualification in Internal Audit Leadership (QIAL) 4 CPE Eligible
Auditing (Govt.) for Iowa Licensed Public Accountant (IA-LPA) 4 CPE Eligible
Auditing (Govt.) for Maine Licensed Public Accountant (ME-LPA) 4 CPE Eligible
Auditing for Certified Controls Specialist (CCS) 4 CPE Eligible
Auditing for Certified Government Auditing Professional (CGAP) 4 CPE Eligible
License details Credits Status
Auditing (Govt.) for Certified Public Accountants (CPA-US) 4 CPE Approved
Auditing (Govt.) for Delaware Licensed Public Accountant (DE-LPA) 4 CPE Eligible
Auditing for Certified Government Financial Manager (CGFM) 4 CPE Eligible
Auditing for Internal Audit Practitioner (IAP) 4 CPE Eligible
Auditing for Certified Internal Controls Auditor (CICA) 4 CPE Eligible
Auditing for Qualification in Internal Audit Leadership (QIAL) 4 CPE Eligible
Auditing (Govt.) for Iowa Licensed Public Accountant (IA-LPA) 4 CPE Eligible
Auditing (Govt.) for Maine Licensed Public Accountant (ME-LPA) 4 CPE Eligible
Auditing for Certified Controls Specialist (CCS) 4 CPE Eligible
Auditing for Certified Government Auditing Professional (CGAP) 4 CPE Eligible
License details Credits Status
Auditing (Govt.) for Certified Public Accountants (CPA-US) 4 CPE Approved
Auditing (Govt.) for Delaware Licensed Public Accountant (DE-LPA) 4 CPE Eligible
Auditing for Certified Government Financial Manager (CGFM) 4 CPE Eligible
Auditing for Internal Audit Practitioner (IAP) 4 CPE Eligible
Auditing for Certified Internal Controls Auditor (CICA) 4 CPE Eligible
Auditing for Qualification in Internal Audit Leadership (QIAL) 4 CPE Eligible
Auditing (Govt.) for Iowa Licensed Public Accountant (IA-LPA) 4 CPE Eligible
Auditing (Govt.) for Maine Licensed Public Accountant (ME-LPA) 4 CPE Eligible
Auditing for Certified Controls Specialist (CCS) 4 CPE Eligible
Auditing for Certified Government Auditing Professional (CGAP) 4 CPE Eligible
License details Credits Status
Auditing (Govt.) for Certified Public Accountants (CPA-US) 4 CPE Approved
Auditing (Govt.) for Delaware Licensed Public Accountant (DE-LPA) 4 CPE Eligible
Auditing for Certified Government Financial Manager (CGFM) 4 CPE Eligible
Auditing for Internal Audit Practitioner (IAP) 4 CPE Eligible
Auditing for Certified Internal Controls Auditor (CICA) 4 CPE Eligible
Auditing for Qualification in Internal Audit Leadership (QIAL) 4 CPE Eligible
Auditing (Govt.) for Iowa Licensed Public Accountant (IA-LPA) 4 CPE Eligible
Auditing (Govt.) for Maine Licensed Public Accountant (ME-LPA) 4 CPE Eligible
Auditing for Certified Controls Specialist (CCS) 4 CPE Eligible
Auditing for Certified Government Auditing Professional (CGAP) 4 CPE Eligible

Additional Information

Credits

4

Course Level

Basic

Instructional Method

QAS Self Study
Group Internet Based

Pre-requisites

None

Advance Preparation

None

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About Instructor

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Jennifer Louis , CPA (US)

President, Emergent Solutions Group LLC

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Jennifer F. Louis, CPA has over 25 years of experience in designing and instructing high-quality training programs in a wide variety of technical and “soft skills” topics needed for professional and organization success. In 2003, she founded Emergent Solutions Group, LLC, where she focuses her energy on designing and delivering high-quality, practical, and engaging accounting and auditing training. She was most recently Director of Audit Product Development at Surgent Professional Education, and prior to that served as Executive Vice President/Director of Training Services at AuditWatch, Inc., a highly-respected training and audit process consulting firm. Before joining AuditWatch, Jennifer was the Financial/Operational Audit Manager at AARP. At the start of her professional career, Jennifer was an Audit Manager for Deloitte & Touche LLP, where she frequently served as a local and national instructor. Jennifer graduated summa cum laude from Marymount University with a BBA-Accounting. Besides loving life on the lake with her husband in Charlotte, NC, she enjoys hiking with her little dog Frodo Beggins, and savoring any precious moments spent with her two young adult boys.

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