EDGAR Academy
The Bruman Group is happy to introduce its EDGAR Academy.
This is a small group in-person 1-day workshop to review and discuss the requirements and changes to the Education Department General Administrative Regulations (EDGAR) and its Uniform Grants Guidance (UGG) counterpart. We will breakdown the major sections, including the administrative requirements, cost principles and audit requirements within 2 CFR Part 200 (UGG), and highlight areas that auditors focus on (e.g., time and effort, procurement, and documentation requirements). We will also discuss the UGG proposed changes and proposed EDGAR changes and how they will potentially affect federal programs. Best of all, we will be able to have group discussions on the highlights and challenges around spending and tracking federal funds.
Coffee and lunch will be provided to all attendees. A lunch break is scheduled from 11:30 - 12:30 EST.
Attendance is limited to 40 registrants.
The EDGAR Academy topics include:
- Time and effort certifications;
- Internal controls;
- Timely obligation of funds and carryover;
- Financial management rules;
- Record retention;
- Property/equipment/supplies inventory controls;
- Procurement and conflicts of interest;
- Construction and Davis Bacon requirements;
- Allowable costs;
- Audits and monitoring requirements and more!
All recipients of federal grant dollars (e.g., CARES Act, ESSA, IDEA, Perkins, AEFLA and School Nutrition) must comply with these rules to avoid audit exposure and to be eligible for available flexibility.
Attendees will learn:
- Federal requirements for accepting federal grants;
- Cash management and inventory tools to ensure compliance;
- What factors must be considered in determining if a cost is allowable;
- Procurement regulations that govern federally-funded contracts; and
- How the cost principles help determine allowability.
This training is of value to all administrators of federal funds. While we will focus on the Uniform Grants Guidance requirements we will also discuss the EDGAR rules and applicable U.S. Department of Education regulations, which are specific to USDE grants.
- Grant administrators at SEAs, LEAs, IHEs, Indian Tribes, nonprofit organizations, etc.;
- Grant program staff;
- Program and fiscal monitors; and
- Auditors.
Cost and Payment FAQs
Do I need to set up an account?
- Yes, when you make your first purchase you will be requested to set up an account.
What happens if I forget my password?
- You can request that your password be reset on the login page.
Can I use my credit card?
- Yes, credit card purchases are encouraged. If a credit card is used, payment is automatic and the registration is deemed automatically complete, which means your registration is guaranteed.
Can I pay by check?
- Yes, you may pay by check. Checks must be made out to “The Bruman Group, PLLC” and should be mailed to The Bruman Group, PLLC 1120 20th Street, NW Suite 740 Washington, D.C. 20036.
- If paying by check, please register by selecting the 'Check Payment/Purchase Order' option at checkout, we will then hold your registration for 30 calendar days. If you register less than 30 days prior to the event, the payment is required 7 days prior to the event or your registration will be cancelled.
- Your registration is not deemed complete until we receive the check payment so your registration is not guaranteed until payment is received.
Can I use a purchase order?
- While you can use a purchase order, that does not complete your registration as payment is required to complete registration.
- If using a PO, please register by selecting the 'Check Payment/Purchase Order' option at checkout. You may email us the PO at orders@bruman.com but your order will not be marked final until payment is received. If you register less than 30 days prior to the event, the payment is required 7 days prior to the event or your registration will be cancelled.
Can I obtain a copy of my receipt?
- Yes, a receipt will be emailed to you when your order has been completed. In addition, you can login to your account and see all your prior orders and print receipts directly from the website.
Can I register more then one person at a time for an event?
- Unfortunately, no. The system provides unique user links so individual registrations are required.
All cancellation or transfer requests must be received in writing as noted below at orders@bruman.com. Request for refunds or transfers for in-person events will be granted according to the following schedule:
- Attendee transfers are permitted at anytime prior to the start of the event.
- Cancellations:
- 30 or more calendar days prior to the event: Requests for a full refund will be granted.
- Between 30 and 7 calendar days prior to the event: Cancellations will be subject to an administrative fee (25%
of the cost) to cover fees and expenses incurred.
- Less than 7 days prior to the event, no refund and materials will be mailed to the attendee.
- Refunds are not granted for no-shows for any reason.
Cancellation FAQs
Can someone else attend in my place?
- If you can no longer make it to the in-person training you originally registered for and would like to send a colleague in your place, please email us at orders@bruman.com with the name of the replacement.
What if the staff member who registered has left the organization?
- We understand staff changes may occur; however, cancellations and transfers are subject to the rules noted above.
The Bruman Group, PLLC is registered with the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) as a sponsor of continuing professional education (CPE) on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors. State boards of accountancy have final authority on the acceptance of individual courses for CPE credit. Complaints regarding registered sponsors may be submitted to the National Registry of CPE Sponsors through its website: http://www.learningmarket.org.
Where is the training?
- The training will be held in the 1st Floor Conference Room at the Lafayette Center, 1120 20th Street NW, Washington, DC 20036.
What is the closest airport?
- There are three airports that serve the greater Washington, D.C. area: Reagan National (DCA) is the closest airport to the city; however, Dulles International (IAD) in Virginia or Baltimore-Washington (BWI) in Maryland are both accessible options via metro, train, taxi etc. .
Is there a discounted hotel rate for the training?
- Unfortunately no but there are numerous hotels in the area. For your convenience, we have listed some that are available in close proximity to the training facility, click here for more information.
Is there parking at the Lafayette Center?
- Yes, there is pay parking at the Lafayette Center. There are also several options for daily parking nearby. Click here for more information.
What time is registration?
- Registration begins at 8:30 AM. Our event begins promptly at 9:00 AM.
Are onsite registrations permitted?
- Given that we expect the workshop to sell out we can not guarantee that onsite registration will be available. If there are spaces available, we will permit onsite registration. However, there is a $25 per person onsite registration fee in addition to the registration costs.
Will breakfast/lunch be provided?
- Coffee and water will be available in the morning.
- Lunch will be provided to all attendees. Lunch will most likely consistent of a small buffet with sandwiches, salads, chips, drink options, and a dessert (lunch options subject to change and availability). We will make sure there are vegetarian options.
- If you have other food requests please email us at orders@bruman.com and we will do our best to acccommodate your requests.
What is included in the registration fee?
- At a minimum, each registrant will receive an emailed copy of the PowerPoint presentation and a copy of The Administrator's Handbook on EDGAR (5th Ed.) or a printed copy of the proposed UGG changes.
What do I need to bring?
- You may wish to bring a laptop or tablet to take notes; however, please make sure your computer or tablet is charged as we can not guarantee that charging stations or plugs will be readily available. We also recommend bringing business cards for networking with our attorneys and other attendees.
What is the cancellation policy?
- Please check out our Cancellation Policy FAQs.