Accountability Talks from AGA: Recent Episodes
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On this episode, we chat with Victoria Clark from the Charleston, South Carolina AGA Chapter! We discuss their focus, activities, educational events and membership.
In this episode we interview Norbert Howard from 11th Hour Service about his perspectives on government accountability work based on his work in the government and private sector. We talk about things to consider if you are transitioning to the private sector from the government, the importance of certifications, keeping up with technology and dealing with change!
In this episode we chat with Ciera Johnson and Makiyah Jones, two students that attended the 2025 AGA National Leadership Training, about their experience and plans for careers in government accountability!
Episode 143: Improper Payments vs FraudIn this episode we chat with Berri Davis from Sikich and Rebecca Shea from GAO to debate the differences between Improper Payments and Fraud!Here are some links discussed on the show:ID Verification Tool: gaoinnovations.gov/id_verification/PRAC Blueprint: Blueprint for Enhanced Program Integrity - Chapter 4: Whole-of-Government ApproachGAO Anti-Fraud Resource: Our New Interactive Online Resource for Understanding and Combatting Federal Fraud | U.S. GAOAntifraud Playbook: Interactive-Treasury-Playbook.pdf
In this episode we chat with Amy Parker about approaches to coaching employees! Here are the books we discussed on the episode:The Power of TED - David EmeraldLoving What Is - Byron KatieCoaching for Performance - Sir John Whitmore
In this episode we chat with Vinay Singh, former HUD CFO and CAIO, about the role of a federal Chief AI Officer!
On this episode, Yoko McCarthy from the Boston Chapter and your podcast host, Paul Marshall from the Washington DC Chapter, talk about what it is like to be an AGA Chapter President. Tune in to learn more and see if you would be interested in taking on the challenge!
On this episode we chat with Robin Gilliam from FASAB about the new standard, SFFAS 64 - Management’s Discussion and Analysis: Rescission and Replacement of SFFAS 15. Robin will also be rolling out a training program to the agencies in February, listen to learn more!
On this episode, we discuss budgeting at DHS with Jose Fabre. We discuss budget tool modernization and budgeting at the Department level versus at a DHS Component.
On this episode, we chat with Saesha Carlile, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Budget and Programs, at the Department of Transportation! Links to documents discussed on the podcast are included here:•Learning Agenda Main Page: Learning Agenda: FY 2024-2026 | US Department of Transportation•Document: US DOT Learning Agenda: FY 2024-2026•FY 2025 Evaluation Plan: FY 2025 Evaluation Plan | US Department of Transportation•Performance Plans: DOT Budget and Performance Documents | US Department of Transportation
On this episode, we chat with Michael Huffman, Sr. VP at cBEYONDData, and one of the organizers of this years' AGA Technology Transformation Summit. The TTS is taking place November 6th, there's still time to sign up! AGA - TTS Home (agacgfm.org)
On today's episode, we chatted about the 2024 Internal Control and Fraud Training with AGA's CEO, Ann Ebberts. Tune in to hear about this year's topics and why you should attend! Click here to register: AGA - Fraud 2024 Home (agacgfm.org)
On this episode, we chat with Chris Horton and Brendan Bowers from RMA about Zero Trust! What's that? Tune in and find out. Some great resources are here as well:OMB Memorandum M-22-09: https://www.whitehouse.gov/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/M-22-09.pdf CISA Guidance: https://www.cisa.gov/sites/default/files/2023-04/zero_trust_maturity_model_v2_508.pdf
On this episode we chat with Chris Kraft from DHS about his ChatGPT article in the AGA Journal. We discuss promising Generative AI use cases for government financial management, as well as potential impediments to implementation.
On today's podcast we talk to Andy Rider from Unison about the multitude of budget tools used in the Federal government, including home grown tools he built while employed at the Department of Labor.
On this episode we chat with Malena Brookshire, CFO, Jill Graham, CRO, and Maelat Mathias, CHCO, of AmeriCorps about their hybrid/remote workforce pilot and plans for the workforce of the future!
On this episode we chat with one of the NLT 2024 student scholarship winners, Chandler Bumgarner, about his experience at the NLT and future plans for working in the government accountability profession!
On this episode we harken back to early COVID times. Brian Thai from DHS joins us to discuss an AGA Journal article he wrote about the user fee crisis that arose during those times at the US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) and other DHS components.
On this episode we chat with Andrea Sampanis from the Grants QSMO, along with Shayna Thompson and Vasanth Ganesan from Guidehouse, about AGA's Grants Survey! Read the State of Federal Grants Management here: AGA - The State of Federal Grants Management (agacgfm.org)
On this episode, we chat with Chuck Hallett who wrote an article in the AGA Journal about the crisis in the pipeline of accountants in both the commercial and government market.
On Episode 118 we talked to Executive Sponsors of the NextWave Program. This time we bring back Demek Adams and talk to three participants, Rehana Mohammed, Chidilim Okonkwo and Stephen Comer! Learn more about the program here: AGA - NextWave Federal Finance Leadership Program (agacgfm.org)
On this episode, we revisit with GAO's Innovation Lab Director, Taka Ariga, to discuss advances the lab has made since we first had him on the podcast back in 2020!
On this episode we chat with Bret Edwards from the FDIC and Caitlin Holmes from Guidehouse about the CFO Survey and Roundtable held at the last PDT.
On this episode, we chat with the Boston Chapter's current President, Sarah Mongeau, and President-Elect, Yoko McCarthy, about their chapter's history and future!
On this episode we chat with Colin Duncan from Deloitte about his new book, Stumbling into Success is Good: Having a Plan is Better. Colin recounts his story of coming to America from Jamaica and building a successful career in government accountability!
On this episode, we chat with Robin Gilliam from FASAB about their proposal do replace SFFAS 15 which provides guidance for the MD&A portion of annual financial reports. We also discuss current status of other FASAB projects. To provide comments on the SFFAS 15 project follow the links below!Document for Comment Page - https://fasab.gov/board-activities/documents-for-comment/On-line MD&A Survey Link – https://gaosurvey.gao.gov/jfe/form/SV_6thq8SVhOJtNtWuIf respondents have any issues with the online questions, please contact FASAB at fasab@fasab.gov or (202) 512-7350. For more information contact the project lead, Robin Gilliam at GilliamR@fasab.gov
On this episode, we chat with Kerry Canfield from CGI, about the FM QSMO from a vendor perspective. CGI is one of the first vendors on the FM QSMO marketplace offering the Momentum financial system.
On this episode, Paul chats with Bobbi-Jo Pankaj, Bert Nuehring and Dan Featherly about the 2023 AGA-AFERM ERM Workshop and the accompanying report that was just published. Here's a copy of the report: AGA 2023 ERM Workshop Summary by AGA - Flipsnack
On this episode we speak with the creator of AGA's NextWave Federal Finance Leadership Program, Demek Adams, as well as Executive Sponsors Erica Gaddy, George Tomchik and George Jenkins. Learn more about the program here: AGA - NextWave Federal Finance Leadership Program (agacgfm.org)
On this episode, we chat with Don Hammond and Mary Margaret Yodzis from the AGA Journal. Learn how articles are reviewed, edited and published - and tips to submit a great article!
On this episode former PRAC Executive Director, Bob Westbrooks, talks about his new book Left Holding the Bag: A Watchdog's Account of How Washington Fumbled its COVID Test. The book is out now: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C81KGNV1?ref_=ast_author_ofdp
Today we talk to Michael Facini from FI Consulting. He wrote an AGA Journal article about the Small Business Administration's implementation of compliance automation. Listen in to find out more!
Today we talk to Michael Facini from FI Consulting. He wrote an AGA Journal article about the Small Business Administration's implementation of compliance automation. Listen in to find out more!
On this episode Sarah Cunningham tells us all about the upcoming PIO/CFO Summit on May 4, 2023!
On this episode we chat with Tom Coleman from River North about government procurement, procurement innovation, small business initiatives and technology.
On this episode we chat with Wendy Morris, Partner from BDO, about leadership in government financial management, finding the right work-life fit, and advice for women to succeed in the profession!
On this episode, Olu Adebo from IBS joins the show to talk about State and local infrastructure organizations, such as utilities and transportation, and the challenges they face with financial management, funding, grants and reporting.
Ann Ebberts, AGA CEO, and David Zavada from Kearney & Co join us to discuss the results of AGA's 2022 IG Survey. See the full report at www.agacgfm.org/IGSurvey.
On this show, we chat with Kathleen Cooper from the State of Washington, State Auditor's Office (SAO). SAO has created innovative visualizations for their audit reports and has great ideas to share with the AGA community to increase readership and impact!See some great examples at the following links:ACFR Summary:https://sao.wa.gov/summary-infographic-of-washingtons-2021-annual-comprehensive-financial-report/ SWSA Summary:https://sao.wa.gov/summary-infographic-of-the-2020-state-of-washington-single-audit/ SAO Annual Report:https://sao.wa.gov/annual-report-how-sao-advanced-the-mission-of-good-government-in-2021/
On this episode we chat with Captain William Arritt at the US Coast Guard about their transition to a new financial system - the Financial Systems Modernization Solution (FSMS), their Incident Command established to mitigate risk and lessons learned!
On this risk chat, we speak with Doug Criscitello from Guidehouse about the history of government loans and their more frequent use in the current era especially during the pandemic.
On this episode we chat with Dustin Brown from OMB, Mary Goldsmith from RSM and Robert Shea from Guidehouse, about the most recent AGA PIO/CFO Summit. We summarize the event and share insights from the recent report! See the Executive Summary at www.agacgfm.org/publications
On this episode we chat with George Scott from FASAB about the new Land standard, including how it will change reporting on different types of land and the implementation schedule for the standard.
On this episode we chat with two YPs, Leigh Anne Stacklin and Douglass MacArthur, about their experience at the 2022 PDT!
On this episode we chat with Ryan Hamelin from FORVIS who wrote an article in the AGA Journal about GASB 87 and how to find hidden leases! This info is relevant for federal practitioners as well based on upcoming changes to lease accounting with FASAB SFFAS 54.
On this episode we talk with four grants experts about the need for a grants competency model. Join us we speak with Jim McKay, Theresa Falance, Merril Oliver and Chris Coppenbarger!
On this episode we talk with FDIC CFO, Bret Edwards, about his long career at the FDIC and how the FDIC is dealing with multiple challenges in the current environment.
On this episode with speak with John O'Brien and Dr. Richard Beck about effective Federal performance management techniques and their book, Engaging the Organization in Effective Performance Management: Translating Vision into Results.
On this milestone episode, we chat with new AGA President Melinda Miguel and AGA CEO Ann Ebberts from the PDT in Anaheim! We discuss Melinda and Ann's goals for AGA this year. And listen in for the new podcast jingle!
Today on another special video podcast we talk to three Young Professionals (YP), Claire Fitch, Jacob McDonald and Kelsey Wooden, about the importance of being involved in professional organizations!
This week we speak with Sheila Weinberg, Founder and CEO of Truth in Accounting. We talk about the published US national debt vs the true amount! Check out the website for great articles and reports about the true financial state of the US, and of the States and major cities. Also, play with the Data-Z tool to see what's going on in your locality at www.truthinaccounting.org.
On this episode Tony Scardino from Grant Thornton joins us to discuss living in two worlds as both a government and private sector executive!
On this episode we check in with Amy Edwards and Reed Waller from the Treasury to discuss some updates at the FM QSMO. We talk about accomplishments to date, the upcoming marketplace and the importance of the customer experience. Learn more at https://www.fiscal.treasury.gov/fmqsmo.
On this episode we speak with Jay Hurt from Grant Thornton about a toolbox of transformational tools for CFOs!
On this episode, we chat with Irv Dennis, former CFO at HUD. We discuss his recent book, Transforming a Federal Agency: Management Lessons from HUD's Financial Reconstruction, where we get an inside look into how HUD made significant changes to obtain a clean audit opinion and modernize it's financial systems and processes! Check out the book here
On this special video podcast Paul, Dess and Courtney chat with Colton and Matthew, YPs that won scholarships to attend this year's NLT!
You can find the video version of this podcast at https://youtu.be/xcbJLCbp64k
On this episode, we chat with Chidilim (Chi) Okonkwo, Director of the NASA OCFO Financial Systems Office, about the future of the accountability profession and the effect of digital transformation!
On this episode, we chat with Jay Hurt and Tony Scardino from Grant Thornton, and both ex Federal CFOs, to discuss the stalled CFO Vision Act, meant to be the successor to the CFO Act of 1990. The Act passed the Senate in 2022 and subsequently stalled. We discuss Jay and Tony's thoughts on the future of the ACT.
NOTE: This podcast was recorded prior to the reintroduction of the CFO Vision Act to the House of Representatives in March 2022.
Today we speak with Kevin Jones from George Mason University to encourage you to continue your accounting education and to learn about some of the great programs out there for government accounting.
On this episode we chat with Carla Flores about their innovative use of dashboards to publish the Dallas Chapter CCR. Ken Smith from AGA's Accountability Committee also joins us to suggest innovative ideas for Chapters when preparing their CCR. See some great AGA Chapter CCRs, including Dallas' on AGA's CCR page at www.agacgfm.org
On this episode we discuss the report on the results on the 2021 AGA AFERM workshop with Bert Neuhring from Crowe and Steve Kunze from the Department of Commerce. Don't forget to sign up for the 2022 workshop on April 14th at www.agacgfm.org.
On this episode we chat with Michelle Yanok from the Bureau of the Fiscal Service and the Mid-Ohio Valley Chapter about recruiting the next generation of accountability professionals!
On this episode, we chat with current AGA President, Gerry Boaz, about his theme and goals for the year, including thought leaders, problem solvers, fiscal sustainability and innovative technology!
On this episode we bring back Wendy Morton-Huddleston and Tracey Walker to give us an update on AGA Women's initiatives. We discuss the progress of AGA's Council for the Advancement of Women, 2022 strategy and events, Executive Orders on Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility (DEIA) and further inspiration!
On this episode, we talk to Reza Roodsari from the US Department of Agriculture (USDA) and Mike Lowen from Blake Willson Group, about loan programs at USDA Rural Development, cost modeling and accounting!
This week we bring back Melinda Miguel to talk about a State-wide cyber security initiative at the State of Florida. We talk about auditing cyber programs and the growing focus on cyber at the State level.
On this episode we catch up with two YPs, Samantha Alberts and Domonique Harris, that were winners of scholarships to attend the last in-person PDT, way back in 2019! We talk about how things have gone in the last couple years and why they have chosen a career in government accountability. For a bonus, go back and listen to the original Episode #28: AGA - Accountability Talks Podcast (agacgfm.org).
On this episode we speak with Caitlin McGurn from Guidehouse and Melinda Miguel from the State of Florida about the recent AGA research paper, Reduce Government Fraud with a Dynamic Approach. For AGA members, go to www.agacgfm.org/reducegovermentfraud to see the paper.
On this episode we talk with Jeff Steinhoff, the author of the AGA research paper Embracing the Future of Government Payments - Federal and State Agencies Continue to Reduce Paper Checks published in September 2021. Ronda Kent from Visa also joins us as we dive into the paper and discuss where we are today and the future of eliminating paper payments!
On this episode we talk with Robin Gilliam from FASAB about their Climate-Related Financial Reporting project, upcoming guidance for agencies and climate-related risk management. A FASAB board meeting on the subject is coming up December 14, 2021. For more info on the project, Robin's contact info and a site to submit technical inquiries, following this link: https://fasab.gov/projects/active-projects/climate-impact-and-risk-reporting/
On this episode we talk to Tina Kim, Deputy Comptroller, Division of State Government Accountability, New York State Comptroller, about their Smart Audit initiative! It seeks to integrate advanced analytics with high performing teams.
On this episode we chat with Chad Clifford, the Executive Director of the Grants Quality Services Management Office (Grants QSMO). We talk about what makes the Grants QSMO unique, the marketplace and a heavy emphasis on customer experience!
On this episode, we talk with Naomi Miller and Stephen Keller about the Fiscal Service Challenge, a Bureau of the Fiscal Service competition open to all staff where they use data analytics tools to collaborate and answer a challenging question. This year the question was how would the Bureau's carbon footprint be affected by 100% telework?
On this episode we speak with David Harvey and Dr. Dorothy "Dot" Potter about the CFO Academy graduate program at the National Defense University (NDU). This program and others are free to employees at the DoD and available at an affordable price to every
On this episode we travel to Guam to meet Paz Perez, Josie Villanueva and Danica Batac from the Guam Chapter! Learn about this diverse and active chapter on the other side of the world.
On this episode we learn how to conduct hybrid events at your AGA Chapter! Listen to tips and tricks from Chapter representatives Gina Smith-Moss from Shenandoah Valley, Alex Warns from Nashville, Nic Hales from Northern Utah and RaeLynn North from Idaho Centennial.
On this special dualcast with AFERM, we speak with Dave Cotton about the upcoming update to the Committee of Sponsoring Organizations (COSO) of the Treadway Commission/Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE) Fraud Risk Management Guide (FRMG) originally published in 2016.
On this episode, we meet just two of our many AGA Volunteers of the Year, Chris Brown from Chattanooga and Karen Payne from Boston! Learn what it takes to be a volunteer of the year.
Today we chat with AGA CEO, Ann Ebberts, about the AGA Innovation Challenge. We talk about the origins of the program, how to apply, past winners, and what makes for a winning submission! Submit your innovative idea by the October 1, 2021 deadline and the top three submissions will be presented at the November 18, 2021 Technology & Transformation Summit - free for AGA members - and a winner will be crowned! Here's the link: www.agacgfm.org/innovationchallenge
On this episode we chat with a true legend, Ross Simms! He recently retired from FASAB and shares his career story with us, provides us lessons learned and inspirational thoughts for anyone looking to succeed in a government accountability career.
This week we chat with Rob Garcia and Kayla Mosesso, two AGA Young Professionals who won the scholarship to attend the 2021 PDT. They give us their impressions of the PDT, tell us about their day jobs and why they decided to pursue a career in government
Join us as we speak with Mitch Winans from the IRS' Enterprise Digitalization and Case Management Office (EDCMO) about its goals to improve taxpayer experience, modernize systems, improve case management tools and processes, and take advantage of innovative digitalization and automation technology! We also discuss IRS' innovative Pilot IRS procurement program.
On today's episode, James Tawney and Robbie Yu from Treasury chat about a Treasury Finance Innovation and Transformation (FIT) project using open source Artificial Intelligence (AI) software to create a tool for the Treasury warrant process. Another great project from FIT! Learn more about their projects athttps://www.fiscal.treasury.gov/fit/about.html.
On this episode, Tammie Johnson from Treasury's Office of Financial Innovation & Transformation (FIT) gives us an update and walkthrough of the blockchain app FIT is developing in coordination with the National Science Foundation (NSF). Check out Episode 61 for more background on the project. You can follow along by following this link and see the app for yourself: https://projects.invisionapp.com/share/XR102NLZB9MD. Make sure to use the password: fit_gps. For more info, take a look at the FIT's blog: https://www.fiscal.treasury.gov/fit/blog/another-link-in-the-chain.html
On this episode, we highlight the Tallahassee Chapter. The current president, Dr. Patricia Manning, joins us to talk about how the chapter has been successful through strong leadership, continuity on the board, very well attended events and community outreach!
Join us today as we speak with Wendy Morton-Huddleston, AGA National President and Principal at Grant Thornton, and Tracey Walker, Vice President at RSA, about AGA's Council for the Advancement of Women and Women's History Month events in March!
On this episode we provide an overview of the Financial Management Quality Service Management Office (FM QSMO). Amy Edwards, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Accounting Policy and Financial Transparency at the Treasury, discusses the FM QSMO's purpose, goals, guiding principles and approach to supporting agencies in their modernization efforts! Check out the FM QSMO website here: www.fiscal.treasury.gov/fmqsmo.
Today we speak with Mike Wetklow and Justin Poll from the National Science Foundation (NSF) and Craig Fischer from the Treasury about an exciting blockchain case study for grants!
Today we learn all about AGA's CGFM certification! Join us as we speak with Katya Silver, Kimberly Jones, Lora Pickard and Crystal Robinson from AGA National. Here's AGA's CGFM page: https://www.agacgfm.org/CGFM-Certification.aspx
Join us on this episode as we chat with Alan Perry from FASAB and Christi Dewhirst from GSA about the latest lease standard, SFFAS 54, and how agencies can implement the standard over the next few years. A link to the exposure draft, due February 2020, is here: https://fasab.gov/exposure-drafts-and-documents-for-comment/
On this episode, we chat with Robert Shea from Grant Thornton about the latest and greatest developments for the Foundations for Evidence-Based Policy Making Act! This is an update on our discussion from Episode 17.
Today we speak with Bob Westbrooks, Executive Director of the Pandemic Oversight Accountability Board (PRAC), about the Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security (CARES) Act. We discuss oversight, analyses, the PRAC's great website and what the Inspectors General have been finding so far as funds have been disbursed. Check out the PRACs website for more information: www.pandemicoversight.gov.
Today we chat with Thomas Castro from Castro and Company, the current chair of AGA's Small Business Committee, part of the Corporate Partner Advisory Group (CPAG). We talk about the role of the Small Business Committee as well as Thomas' journey starting and operating a small business serving the government accountability community.
Join us as we speak with Taka Ariga and Farahnaaz Khakoo-Mausel from GAO about the ethical implications of utilizing Artificial Intelligence.
On this episode we speak with Bonnie Tse, an Internal Audit Manager at T-Mobile, about using innovative technologies for conducting credit card audits. We discuss the cloud, automation and data visualization in commercial internal audit and how the government can take advantage of the same techniques!
On this episode, we chat with AGA member Phil Terrones about the principles of TBM, benefits and challenges to implementation in the government. For more about TBM checkout the TBM Council website: https://www.tbmcouncil.org/ Welcome to the TBM Council The TBM Council is a community of business technology leaders committed to advancing the discipline of Technology Business Management. www.tbmcouncil.org
On this episode we speak with our new National President, Wendy Morton-Huddleston, about her platform for the year. We also speak with student chapter President, Kameron Eckstein, about increasing student involvement in AGA!
This episode we chat with Malena Brookshire and Paul Lionikis from the DC Chapter about how chapters can go virtual to keep meetings, training and other activities going!
This week we chat with Carla Flores from the IRS about data visualization and financial dashboards. We talk about the benefits of visualization, how to best gather requirements for a visualization, and some great resources to spark ideas!
On this episode we speak with one of my mentors, Sallyanne Harper! We discuss challenges and lessons learned that will benefit anyone in the government accountability environment.
On this episode, we chat with Dave Mader, former OMB Comptroller, about his career in government and the private sector. Tune in to learn from Dave about navigating your career, mentoring and keeping up hope during the COVID crisis.
On this podcast, we speak with AGA CEO, Ann Ebberts, about information resources you can find on AGA's COVID-19 Resource Exchange website: https://www.agacgfm.org/About/COVID19.aspx We also discuss activities and training you can take virtually.
Note: When this podcast was recorded, it was not yet clear whether the PDT would continue in person or virtually. The decision has now been made for the PDT to go forward virtually, for more details see: https://www.agacgfm.org/PDT/PDT-Home.aspx
On this episode, we speak with our AGA National President, Ernie Alimonte, about how to be a leader during a time of crisis. Ernie provides some great techniques and an uplifting outlook that can help all of us navigate these difficult times.
Today we speak with Taka Ariga, GAO's first Chief Data Scientist. We discuss the Innovation Lab that is experimenting with innovative technologies to advance GAO's approach to audits, studies and research!
This episode Mark Reger and Doug Glenn join us to share some true stories in ethics in the accountability profession. The stories are insightful and engaging, bringing to light the many ethical challenges inherent in the government accountability world.
Join Paul and special co-host John Hooley for a conversation with the CFO at the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), Jon Carver. We talk about CISA's mission and the top things all CFOs should know about Cyber!
Today we talk all about improper payments, including auditors' perspectives, the A-123 view, and the accounting shop's view. We also dive into Kearney's new improper payments tool! Guests today include Nichole Gable, Alyssa Fusisi, Scott Miller and Dan Scarola from Kearney and Co.
On today's podcast we chat with Dave Ballard from SAP Concur about what it takes to achieve successful collaboration between CFOs and CIOs. We also discuss some of the latest features of SAP Concur, including how they are integrating artificial technology into the application!
Episode 40: AGA Grants Survey Today we chat with Jim McKay, Andrea Brandon, Bert Neuhring and Mike Peckham about AGA's Grants Survey! Learn about the key survey results including topics ranging from award recipient monitoring to cost principles, procurement, internal controls and future considerations for OMB. Link to the survey: https://www.agacgfm.org/2018GrantsSurvey
This week we talk with Louise Burnette, AGA Chapter Services, and Frances Cordell from the Dover Capital Chapter to discuss tips and tricks to a successful AGA chapter!
This week we speak with Peter Scavotto, Assistant Comptroller for Risk at the State of Massachusetts Comptroller's Office. He discusses cyber incidents and lessons learned in Massachusetts, as well as his support for AGA's Intergovernmental efforts!
This week we talk with Cherry, Kia and Kim from AGA about membership benefits! We walk through the website so you can learn about all the great things you have access to as a member, in addition to the podcast of course.
David Fitz from KPMG, Amy Parker and Leroy Larkins from the Department of Veterans Affairs and Sean Vineyard from 11th Hour discuss their recent article in the AGA Journal of Government Financial Management, "Reimagine the Financial Management Workforce". And most importantly, you'll learn the meaning of Semper Disco!
We start off this new year with an episode about A-123 at Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). Jeff Knybel discusses the fundamentals of internal controls and then delves into specific requirements for A-123 programs and the internal control audit at the Department of Homeland Security.
Lealan Miller, chair of the AGA's Financial Management Standards Board (FMSB), discusses FMSB's crucial role in reviewing accounting standards from the Federal Accounting Standards Advisory Board and the Governmental Accounting Standards Board.
This week we chat with a government accountability legend, Mark Reger! We discuss his early days in commercial accounting, local and state government, and finally the federal years! Tune in for some inspiration for a career in government accountability!
Gwen Sykes from the U.S. Secret Service, Mary Peterman from the U.S. Courts, and Tracey Walker from RSM discuss perspectives and lessons learned as leaders in the government accountability profession.
Vladimir Antikarov, regional director of the Professional Risk Managers' International Association (PRMIA) for Washington, D.C., discusses how to calculate the costs and benefits of enterprise risk management (ERM) using a real options approach adopted from the finance world. Vlad is the author of Real Options, A Practitioner's Guide and other papers on the application of real options to ERM.
Justin Marsico from the Department of Treasury discusses the USA Spending Data Lab (datalab.usaspending.gov). Check out the site and follow along as we discuss the amazing analyses Treasury is creating with the big data that is available to the public!
This week we chat with Kim Farington, CFO at FirstNet. FirstNet is an independent authority within the U.S. Department of Commerce created to develop, build and operate the nationwide, broadband network that equips first responders to save lives and protect U.S. communities. Kim discusses standing up a CFO shop and using Corporate Performance Management (CPM) tools.
On our third and final podcast from the 2019 PDT in New Orleans, we speak with winners of the Young Professionals Scholarship! Participants discuss their current career milestones, the benefits of working in government and their experiences at PDT 2019!
Our second of three PDT 2019 podcasts is with Past President Billy Morehead. We discuss the education and skills that new hires need in the modern accountability workforce.
Join us as we podcast from the 2019 AGA PDT in New Orleans! Our first of three PDT podcasts is with Past President John Lynskey. He discusses how his tenure as president went, his presidential initiatives and what he learned from all of you across the country this year.
Today we speak with Jennifer Leotta and Michael Holland from GAO about their upcoming Agile guide, agile development, best practices, challenges and the future of agile in the government!
Want to learn how IGs ensure the quality of their reports, investigations and professional staff? Today we chat with Tom Salmon from DHS OIG about quality assurance of audits, investigations, inspections and agency internal affairs offices.
Join us as we chat with Marisa Schmader from the Treasury on this "two-fer" podcast! We discuss G-Invoicing. What is it? What do agencies need to do? When do agencies start using it for inter-agency agreements? Then we turn to innovative use of Robotic Process Automation (RPA) at the Treasury's shared service provider, the ARC. RPA is helping the ARC do more with less, learn all about it.
Linda Miller from Grant Thornton and Rebecca Shea from GAO discuss the Fraud Reduction and Data Analytics Act. We discuss what agencies need to do to comply with the act, report on fraud and put together an approach to detect, and hopefully prevent, fraud.
Today we speak with Andrew Lewis and Heidi Williams from KPMG about the future of audit. We'll cover the skillsets that future auditor and technology CFOs need to know and the direction audits are headed.
On this episode, we chat with John Hill, Mike Wetklow and Doug Glenn about the ABCDs of Technology — Artificial Intelligence, Blockchain, Cyber and Data Analytics. Based on an AGA Journal article by John, Mike and Doug, we deep dive into what tomorrow, and today's, CFO needs to know about the ABCDs!
On this episode, we speak with the chairman of the Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB), David Vaudt. We learn about the standard setting process, the makeup of the board and major projects underway in the state and local government accounting world. Learn more about GASB at their website: gasb.org.
On this episode, Ann Ebberts, Nick Hart and Robert Shea discuss how to bridge the gap between evidence, cost and performance. We cover the newly enacted Foundations for Evidence-Based Policy Making Act, discuss how we can determine "what we get for what we spent" and how CFOs, Public Information Officers and Chief Evaluation Officers can collaborate to bridge the gap.
Bipartisan Policy Center: https://bipartisanpolicy.org/
During this episode, Rich Rasa from the Department of Education, Office of Inspector General, discusses the Cooperative Audit Resolution and Oversight Initiative (CAROI). Rich was the architect of this innovative program and we learn about its origins, evolution over time and how both auditors and auditees can benefit from using the CAROI approach. For more info on CAROI, including implementation guides see: www.agacgfm.org/tools-resources/intergovhome.aspx
On today's episode, we speak with the chairman of Federal Accounting Standards Advisory Board (FASAB) Scott Showalter and Roger von Elm from AGA's Financial Management Standards Board. We discuss the inner workings of FASAB, how standards are established and the review process.
On this episode, Diane Dudley, Hal Steinberg and AGA CEO Ann Ebberts discuss AGA's Certificate of Excellence in Accountability Reporting (CEAR) Program. Tune in to learn about how the program got its start, the benefits of CEAR and why YOU should be involved!
On this episode, host Paul Marshall speaks with John Hill from Department of the Treasury about leadership and vision. We discuss Treasury's recently released Vision for the Future of Federal Financial Management, as well as why it's important for government leaders to have vision. For a copy of the Treasury's report visit Treasury's website: FMVision.fiscal.treasury.gov
On this episode, we chat with Dan Kaneshiro and Natalie Rico from the Office of Management and Budget about the latest update to Circular A-123 Appendix A, including enterprise risk management concepts and guidance for the Data Act.
On this episode, we speak with Megan Gaillard, audit director at the Palm Beach County Office of Inspector General. We discuss how her office uses data analytics tools and techniques to identify auditees, audit findings and even fraud. For bonus content, check out the accompanying presentation.
Join us as we talk with Heather Pajak from OMB! We discuss the recently updated OMB Circular A-123 Appendix C, how it addresses enterprise risk management and seeks to reduce the burden on Federal agencies reporting improper payments.
Join Jon Stehle, a Fairfax, Va. City Council member and AGA CEO Ann Ebberts as they discuss Fairfax's Citizen-Centric Report (CCR), as well as other CCRs from around the country. We hope this podcast inspires you to create a CCR for your organization!
On this episode of “Accountability Talks,” Paul speaks with Michelle Huckabay, MAIS, CPA, CGFM, deputy controller for the State of Arizona. During this episode, she talks with about AGA's Fraud Prevention Toolkit, robotics process automation, collaboration with other government agencies, attracting new talent and the Arizona Management System.
On this episode of Accountibility Talks, hear from AGA Past National President Jim Arnette on his accomplishments and experiences from the past year.
Curious how blockchain and robotics can help your organization work more efficiently? On this episode, we speak with Craig Fischer from U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Financial Innovation and Transformation (FIT) to learn how his agency incorporates these technologies into its initiatives.
Interested in getting involved with AGA, networking with government and private sector thought leaders and making a difference early on in your career? You came to the right place! Join us as we speak with Alex Yow, associate with Grant Thorton, to learn his AGA story and how his AGA membership has helped him grow his career in government accountability.
Jeff Steinhoff is one of the undisputed legends in the field of government accountability. During this episode, we have the opportunity to hear about Jeff's experiences as a leader in the government accountability community as he discusses mentoring, how to work with leadership, navigate your career and much more.
Join us as we discuss grants management with Lucy Mungle from the Department of Justice and Doug Godesky from the Corporation for National and Community Service. During this episode, we talk about AGA’s Candidate Assessment Tool for Grants Management Professionals that helps hiring managers identify candidates who have the right skill sets for grant management and serves as a self-assessment for current grants professionals. We also discuss the common financial management issues grantees face throughout the grants lifecycle and how to fix them.
As the U.S. Department of Defense and Intelligence Community agencies attempt to obtain their first audit opinions, we thought it would be a good time to speak with an agency that’s “been there, done that” – namely the U.S. Coast Guard. Mark Rose, director of financial operations/comptroller for the U.S. Coast Guard, walks us through the long and challenging journey to auditability, as well as how to keep a clean opinion once you’ve got one!
Have you ever wondered how to write and submit a scholarly article to the AGA Journal? Learn tips and best practices from AGA insider experts, Wendy Payne and Wendy Morton-Huddleston.
Wendy Payne discusses her role on the AGA Journal board, where she reviewed submissions and provided guidance to budding accountability journalists. Wendy Morton-Huddleston provides the perspective of someone who has submitted several articles (successfully) to the Journal!
In our inaugural episode, we check in with Architect of the Capitol's CFO, Tom Carroll, to learn what inspired this legislative branch agency to implement an Enterprise Risk Management program. We discuss challenges, successes and how to talk about risk openly with senior leaders and the Office of the Inspector General.