Course Overview:
This course offers in-depth knowledge and practical skills for professionals involved in government accounting. It focuses on advanced accounting principles, financial reporting, compliance, and management specific to government entities. Participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of government accounting standards, budget execution, public financial management, and fiscal transparency. The course will also cover the latest developments in government accounting practices, including the use of accounting systems to ensure accountability and public trust.
Course Duration:
5 Days
Target Audience:
- Government accountants and auditors
- Financial managers in the public sector
- Finance officers in government institutions
- Public sector professionals involved in budgeting and financial reporting
- Auditors from Supreme Audit Institutions
- Accountants in parastatals and government agencies
Personal Impact:
- Master advanced government accounting techniques.
- Improve skills in preparing government financial statements.
- Enhance your ability to ensure compliance with regulatory frameworks.
- Develop expertise in budgetary control and financial management.
Organizational Impact:
- Improve the accuracy and reliability of financial reporting in government institutions.
- Ensure compliance with international public sector accounting standards (IPSAS).
- Strengthen internal controls and accountability in public financial management.
- Boost fiscal transparency and credibility in financial operations.
Course Level:
Course Objectives:
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
- Understand and apply advanced government accounting standards and frameworks.
- Analyze government financial statements using IPSAS guidelines.
- Implement public financial management practices for improved fiscal control.
- Manage government budgeting and financial reporting processes effectively.
- Utilize government accounting software for enhanced financial operations.
- Conduct internal audits to strengthen financial oversight and compliance.
Course Outline:
Day 1: Overview of Advanced Government Accounting
- Government accounting standards and frameworks
- Comparison of cash and accrual-based accounting in the public sector
- Public sector financial management principles
- Case study: Analyzing government financial statements
Day 2: Government Financial Reporting and IPSAS
- International Public Sector Accounting Standards (IPSAS)
- Preparing financial statements for government entities
- Key reporting requirements and disclosures
- Real-life project: Preparing IPSAS-compliant financial reports
Day 3: Budget Execution and Control
- Government budgeting processes and techniques
- Budget execution, monitoring, and variance analysis
- Internal control systems and risk management
- Case study: Budgetary control in government institutions
Day 4: Public Financial Management and Auditing
- Role of auditing in government financial management
- Conducting internal and external audits
- Auditing standards for government institutions
- Project: Performing an audit on a government financial statement
Day 5: Fiscal Transparency and Accountability
- Enhancing transparency in public financial operations
- Government accounting information systems
- Public accountability and reporting to stakeholders
- Real-life project: Implementing transparency initiatives in government accounting
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Course Administration Details:
Methodology
These instructor-led training sessions are delivered using a blended learning approach and include presentations, guided practical exercises, web-based tutorials, and group work. Our facilitators are seasoned industry experts with years of experience as professionals and trainers in these fields. All facilitation and course materials are offered in English. Participants should be reasonably proficient in the language.
Accreditation
Upon successful completion of this training, participants will be issued an Indepth Research Institute (IRES) certificate certified by the National Industrial Training Authority (NITA).
Training Venue
The training will be held at IRES Training Centre. The course fee covers the course tuition, training materials, two break refreshments, and lunch. All participants will additionally cater to their travel expenses, visa application, insurance, and other personal expenses.
Accommodation and Airport Transfer
Accommodation and Airport Transfer are arranged upon request. For reservations contact the Training Officer.
- Email: [email protected]
- Phone: +254715 077 817
Tailor-Made
This training can also be customized to suit the needs of your institution upon request. You can have it delivered in our IRES Training Centre or at a convenient location. For further inquiries, please contact us on:
- Email: [email protected]
- Phone: +254715 077 817
Payment
Payment should be transferred to the IRES account through a bank on or before the start of the course. Send proof of payment to [email protected]
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