Winter Governmental Auditing & Accounting Conference - Webcast
Overview
This conference will cover a general overview of current developments in governmental auditing and accounting, and will provide the knowledge that governmental auditors need!
YELLOW BOOK: May qualify for Yellow Book CPE based on your unique audited entity.
Highlights
- Artificial Intelligence for Government Accounting
- Common Deficiencies & Risk Assessment
- Government Grants
- ASB Update
- GASB Update
Designed For
CPAs and accounting professionals working within the municipal environment and practitioners that complete governmental audits.
Objectives
To provide a general overview of current developments in governmental auditing and accounting.
January 26, 2026
General Session
- Welcome & Opening Remarks
This session is available to registrants only.
General Session
- Artificial Intelligence for Government Accounting
Byron Patrick, Co-founder, TB Academy
Byron Patrick
Byron K. Patrick, CPA, is an innovator who thrives at the intersection of accounting and technology. Rejecting traditional accounting roles early on, Byron founded Simplified Innovations, an IT firm built specifically for CPAs. He expanded his impact at Botkeeper, leading the charge in adopting AI to revolutionize bookkeeping. And moved on to transform how accounting firms handle quality assurance through automated technology as CEO of VERIFYiQ. For decades, Byron has been a respected national speaker and writer, translating complex accounting technology topics into practical guidance. As co-founder of TB Academy, Byron equips accountants with generative AI skills, empowering them to become tech-enabled industry leaders. He frequently shares his insights nationwide, making advanced technology approachable and practical for finance professionals. Outside the accounting-tech scene, Byron lives on a horse farm, balancing family, dogs, horses, and a passion for helping accountants redefine their profession.
(9/15/25)
This session is available to registrants only.
General Session
- Common Deficiencies & Risk Assessment
Alexandria Romero, CPA, MPAcc, Galasso Learning Solutions LLCAlexandria Romero
With nearly two decades of expertise in governmental and nonprofit accounting, Alex helps facilitate the development of governmental
training programs for Galasso Learning Solutions. Her engaging presentation style, passion for connecting with attendees, and ability
to make complex topics accessible have made her a sought-after educator in the field.
Prior to joining GLS, Alex worked for several governmental entities, served as an auditor for a public accounting firm, and earned both
a Bachelor's and Master's degree in Accounting from Colorado State University. Her contributions to the accounting field have been
widely recognized, including being named one of the Top 50 Women in Accounting (2022, 2023) and receiving the AICPA's Outstanding
Young CPA Award in 2022.
Alex serves on AICPA Council and is a member of the Governmental Performance Accountability Committee. She previously served
on the Emerging Professional Initiative Committee of the AICPA. She is currently serving as the Vice President of the Educational
Foundation Board of Trustees for the Colorado Society of CPAs and is a member of their Young Professional Council. Alex loves
Disney and running so in January 2024, she completed the 48.6 mile Dopey Challenge at Walt Disney World!
edited 1/13/25
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General Session
- Break
This session explores the identification and assessment of risks and their relationship to management assertions, emphasizing the
enhanced risk assessment requirements under SAS 145. Attendees will learn practical approaches to understanding the entity’s
system of internal control, including the evaluation of design and implementation of controls, with special attention to the impact of IT
systems and automated controls. We will walk through the risk assessment process to identify risks, understand the assertions, and
respond to the risks.
This session is available to registrants only.
General Session
- Common Deficiencies & Risk Assessment, cont’d
Alexandria Romero, CPA, MPAcc, Galasso Learning Solutions LLCAlexandria Romero
With nearly two decades of expertise in governmental and nonprofit accounting, Alex helps facilitate the development of governmental
training programs for Galasso Learning Solutions. Her engaging presentation style, passion for connecting with attendees, and ability
to make complex topics accessible have made her a sought-after educator in the field.
Prior to joining GLS, Alex worked for several governmental entities, served as an auditor for a public accounting firm, and earned both
a Bachelor's and Master's degree in Accounting from Colorado State University. Her contributions to the accounting field have been
widely recognized, including being named one of the Top 50 Women in Accounting (2022, 2023) and receiving the AICPA's Outstanding
Young CPA Award in 2022.
Alex serves on AICPA Council and is a member of the Governmental Performance Accountability Committee. She previously served
on the Emerging Professional Initiative Committee of the AICPA. She is currently serving as the Vice President of the Educational
Foundation Board of Trustees for the Colorado Society of CPAs and is a member of their Young Professional Council. Alex loves
Disney and running so in January 2024, she completed the 48.6 mile Dopey Challenge at Walt Disney World!
edited 1/13/25
This session is available to registrants only.
Breakout Session
- Government Grants
Jen Keller, Clark Nuber PSJen Keller
When she's not traveling, you can find Jen reading or watching historical fiction, fantasy, and sci-fi dystopian books and movies. Jen, along with her two children, husband, and goldendoodle, now calls Washington her home.
Jen is a principal in the firm's Accounting and Consulting Services Group. She focuses on grant compliance and serves not-for-profit clients across a variety of industries. Jen has a thorough understanding of the ins-and-outs of not-for-profit organizations, having earned her master's degree in international human rights, along with previous work in programming for not-for-profits.
edited 2/3/25
In this session, we will explore the most common types of fraud schemes affecting public sector organizations. Participants will
examine proven preventative measures, including internal controls, technology solutions, and policy frameworks that help deter
fraudulent activities. This session will incorporate interactive case studies and group discussions of recent public sector fraud cases.
This session is available to registrants only.
- Lunch
This session is available to registrants only.
General Session
- ASB Update
Jeremy Dillard
Jeremy Dillard
Jeremy is the technical partner at SingerLewak, a regional firm based on the west coast with several offices in Oregon. Jeremy has over 30 years of experience in public accounting with extensive volunteer activities at the AICPA where he currently is a member of the governing Council, Auditing Standards Board and co-chairs the 2026 ENGAGE conference.
(12-22-2025)
This session is available to registrants only.
General Session
- GASB Update
Tonya Moffitt, Partner, Merina + Co
This session is available to registrants only.
General Session
- Break
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General Session
- GASB Update, cont'd
Tonya Moffitt, Partner, Merina + Co
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General Session
- Closing Remarks & Conference Adjourns
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Non-Member Price $390.00
Member Price $315.00