Financial Management Bootcamp for Federal Auditors Course (Self-Paced)

This course includes

6 hours of project-based training from experts
Answers from real instructors
Proprietary workbook included
Retake for free within 1 year
Verified digital certificate of completion
Learn at an accredited institution
Credits: 6 CPEs

This Course is self-paced. For live online or in-person instructions, take Financial Management Bootcamp for Federal Auditors.

This course provides a quick overview of the world of Federal financial management essential to the work of auditors/evaluators in conducting any type of review involving federal funds and resources. According to the Yellow Book, auditors should be alert to any instances of improper or illegal acts and abuse, which includes following the money from its authorization and appropriation through its explicit allowable use. Auditors have a specific role in assessing compliance with laws, regulations, and controls for the appropriate planning, use, and accountability of federal resources. This course provides special alerts to auditors about potential areas of concern or mismanagement.

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$649
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This course includes

6 hours of project-based training from experts
Answers from real instructors
Proprietary workbook included
Retake for free within 1 year
Verified digital certificate of completion
Learn at an accredited institution
Credits: 6 CPEs

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Financial Management Bootcamp for Federal Auditors Course (Self-Paced) Curriculum

What You'll Learn at a Glance

Understand the size/composition scope of the United States' annual budget, along with controls and compliance requirements.
Know the phases of the Federal/Congressional Budget Cycle.
Describe the titles, roles, and functions of federal financial management professionals.
Understand the lifecycle of federal financial transactions from initial commitment to eventual expenditure.
Know the functional connections between finance and procurement.
Know the sources of authority that guide and control an Agency’s financial management activities.
Recognize the restrictions and authorities on the communication of financial information.

Course Syllabus

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Module 1: The Size and Scope of the National Budget

Explore the U.S. national debt, annual deficit, and budget authority concepts
Analyze mandatory vs. discretionary spending and spending trends
Interpret real-time data on revenue and expenditures using government sources
Understand the implications of deficit spending for federal auditors

Module 2: The Federal Budget Cycle

Review the phases of the budget cycle from formulation to execution
Understand budget authority, apportionment, allotments, and obligations
Differentiate between reprogramming and illegal transfers of funds
Explore year-end closeout practices, including unfunded requirements (UFRs)

Module 3: The Functions of Budget and Finance Professionals

Meet key players in financial operations: CFOs, analysts, accountants, certifying officers
Understand their roles in formulation, execution, reporting, and compliance
Identify audit-relevant responsibilities of each function

Module 4: The Lifecycle of Federal Financial Transactions

Follow a federal dollar from appropriation through disbursement
Identify key internal controls and transaction documentation steps
Understand how to detect and address unliquidated obligations (ULOs)

Module 5: Sources of Financial Authority and Internal Controls

Review critical federal guidance including GAO’s Red Book, Green Book, and OMB Circulars
Apply the Purpose, Time, and Amount tests for spending legitimacy
Link funding to performance through the Government Performance and Results Act (GPRA)

Module 6: Communications: Interactions and Restrictions

Understand rules for communicating budget data within and outside the agency
Navigate restrictions related to Congressional inquiries and the Anti-Lobbying Act
Review OIG audit communication exceptions

Module 7: Wrapping It All Up

Explore financial intelligence resources and government-wide collaboration forums
Understand the role of technology in data integrity and auditability
Reinforce the auditor's role in safeguarding federal funds and performance accountability

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