Introduction to Single Audit
2.00 Credits
Member Price $89
Non-Member Price $119
Overview
Single Audits are a critical area of focus within the profession and require a thorough understanding of the Uniform Guidance and its unique requirements for auditing federal awards. This course provides a clear, practical introduction to the performance and reporting standards that distinguish Single Audits from other types of engagements.
Participants will explore foundational concepts, including internal controls over compliance, the structure and use of the Compliance Supplement, and the compliance requirements applicable to federal programs. The course also covers reporting considerations and the elements of a finding in a Single Audit.
Designed for professionals new to Single Audits-or those seeking a structured refresher-this course equips participants with the essential knowledge needed to understand and navigate Single Audit engagements. The course has been updated to reflect the 2024 Uniform Guidance.
Highlights
- Uniform Guidance requirements for Single Audits
- Performance and reporting standards unique to Single Audits
- Internal controls over compliance
- Structure and use of the Compliance Supplement
- Federal program compliance requirements
- Reporting considerations in a Single Audit
Prerequisites
None
Designed For
All accounting/auditing professionals
Objectives
- Recall the unique auditing requirements of the Uniform Guidance
- Recognize when a Single Audit is required
- Identify the elements of a finding in a Single Audit
- Recall reporting requirements for a Single Audit
- Identify internal controls over compliance in a Single Audit context
- Identify compliance requirements outlined in the Compliance Supplement
Preparation
None
Leader(s):
Leader Bios
Melisa Galasso, Galasso Learning Solutions LLC
Melisa Galasso, CPA is passionate about providing confidence, not just compliance as she leads Galasso Learning Solutions as Founder & CEO. Melisa is a nationally recognized authority in designing and facilitating courses on advanced technical accounting and auditing topics, including not-for-profit and governmental accounting. Since 2016, she has guided the GLS team to deliver quality in everything we do. With a far-ranging career in public accounting, academia and industry and a bachelor’s degree from Georgetown University, Melisa has built a reputation for delivering engaging, effective learning experiences for CPAs. Committed to advancing our profession, she has served on multiple committees for leading industry organizations including the AICPA and FASB, written the nonprofit accounting book, “Money Matters for Nonprofits,” and has been honored with the Top 50 Women in Accounting Award, the Rising Star award from NAWBO Charlotte, and “40 under 40” recognition by CPA Practice Advisor. In her free time, Melisa loves spending time with her family and can often be found at one of her daughter’s horse shows, supporting the arts with tickets to the orchestra, volunteering, or speaking a bit of French or Spanish on one of her treasured quarterly vacations.
Non-Member Price $119
Member Price $89