Webcast: Governmental Accounting Conference
Overview
Hear the latest on GASB, Artificial Intelligence, cyber-security and more at the 2026 ASCPA Governmental Accounting Virtual Conference on Friday, Feb. 6, 2026!
New & returning experts share insights on new developments in governmental accounting and auditing.
Designed For
This conference is designed for CPAs, auditors and accountants in federal, state, local and Tribal governments and will provide insights and understanding on new developments in government accounting and auditing.
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Friday, February 6
General Session
- GASB Update
Joel Black, Governmental Accounting Standards Board
BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND: This session will provide an overview of recent activities of the GASB including current and upcoming pronouncements and emerging issues. The primary focus of the session will be on pronouncements effective in the coming year including changes in recognition of compensated absences. The session will also include a high level overview of current projects of the GASB.
Credits: 1 - Accounting & Auditing
This session is available to registrants only.
General Session
- Economic Update
Jim Rounds, Rounds Consulting Group, Inc.
RETURNING! In this session, we will review current economic conditions with an emphasis on the risk of recession, the impact of public policy on the economy and what your economic future might look like.
Credits: 1 - Accounting & Auditing
This session is available to registrants only.
Breakout Session
- How I Got Caught: A Deep Dive Into an 800K Fraud
Craig Stanland, Reinvention Architect Advisors LLC
Using an $800,000 fraud case as the backdrop, this session explores the red flags auditors and finance professionals should never ignore. We’ll break down key indicators, behavioral patterns, and internal control issues that contributed to the scheme — and discuss how to reduce fraud risk in any organization.
Credits: 1 - Accounting & Auditing
This session is available to registrants only.
- NEW: Tribal Topic (Presented by REDW Advisors and CPAs)
REDW Advisors & CPAs will lead a discussion on important financial, operational, and compliance topics affecting tribal organizations today. Attendees will gain perspectives designed to support sound decision-making and effective governance. This session is 1 of 2 presented by REDW.
Credits: 1 - Specialized Knowledge
This session is available to registrants only.
- Single Audit Hot Topics for 2025
Brittney Williams, CPA, CGFM, Heinfeld, Meech & Co., P.C
Get up to speed on the latest Single Audit requirements, common pitfalls, and practical solutions for improving audit quality. This session highlights what governmental CPAs need to know for the current reporting cycle.
Credits: 1 - Accounting & Auditing
This session is available to registrants only.
General Session
- Can AI Be Committing Fraud?
Kenny Kang, CPA (in CA), CGMA, CFE, Kenny Kang CPA
As AI tools become more integrated into financial processes, new risks are emerging. In this session, Kenny Kang explores whether AI can enable, conceal, or even autonomously generate fraudulent activity. Learn how evolving technology intersects with internal controls, compliance, and ethical responsibilities in today’s audit environment.
Credits: 1 - Accounting & Auditing
This session is available to registrants only.
Breakout Session
- GASB 103: Financial Reporting Model Improvements
Brian Hemmerle, CPA, CFE, Baker Tilly US, LLP
GASB 103 brings adjustments that every government finance professional should understand. In this session, we’ll break down the standard in plain language, review its key takeaways, and discuss what organizations should start doing now to prepare.
Credits: 1 - Accounting & Auditing
This session is available to registrants only.
- NEW: Tribal Topic (Presented by REDW Advisors and CPAs)
REDW Advisors & CPAs will lead a discussion on important financial, operational, and compliance topics affecting tribal organizations today. Attendees will gain perspectives designed to support sound decision-making and effective governance. This session is 2 of 2 presented by REDW.
Credits: 1 - Specialized Knowledge
This session is available to registrants only.
- Rating Agency Models
Tom Carlson, RBC Capital Markets & Kurt Freund, RBC Capital Markets
Understanding rating agency models is essential for effective financial planning. This session walks through the quantitative and qualitative factors agencies use, shows how decisions impact ratings, and highlights steps governments can take to strengthen credit profiles.
Credits: 1 - Consulting Services
This session is available to registrants only.
General Session
- Develop Your Emotional Intelligence to Be More Successful in Life and Leadership
Jon Lokhorst, CPA (licensed in Minnesota), CSP, PCC, Your Best Leadership LLC
We’re thrilled to welcome Jon Lokhorst back to the ASCPA stage. A crowd favorite at the Converge Conference and Member Free Webinar Days, Jon combines real-world experience with practical leadership tools that resonate with CPAs at every level.
The difference between star performers and average ones in leadership roles is attributable largely to emotional intelligence (EQ). It’s surprising, then, that EQ is underrated as an essential ingredient for success in life and leadership. This presentation highlights the importance of EQ and provides participants with actionable tools to develop better relationships within and outside of the workplace, build healthy teams and navigate constant change.
Credits: 1 - Consulting Services
This session is available to registrants only.
Leader(s):
Leader Bios
Joel M. Black, CPA (in GA), Governmental Accounting Standards Board
Joel Black was named chairman of the Governmental Accounting Standards Board, effective July 1, 2020. Joel came to the GASB after almost 16 years as a partner at Mauldin & Jenkins in Atlanta where he was the partner in charge of the firm’s audit practice at the time of his departure. Prior to Mauldin & Jenkins, Joel worked for 12 years at KPMG, LLP. During his experience in public accounting, he exclusively served state and local government clients leading audits and financial statement preparation engagements. Joel previously served on the Governmental Accounting Standards Advisory Council, the AICPA’s State and Local Government Expert Panel, and the executive committee of the AICPA’s Government Audit Quality Center. Joel graduated from Georgia State University and is a Certified Public Accountant
Non-Member Price $450.00
Member Price $350.00