This event is a combined monthly Lunch 'n' Learn meeting and audio conference of the Association of Government Accountants (Des Moines Chapter).

Please join us as we listen to State Auditor David Vaudt speak about the Status of the State Budget for the Lunch 'n' Learn.  The audio conference will follow with the topic, Major Challenges to the Public Sector Auditing Profession.

The auditing profession is under siege today. Auditors need to re-examine the approach they have historically taken to their work. Auditors have to get back to basics and assure they produce quality work that meets the needs of the users of the audit. The presenters will define the major challenges impacting both auditors and program managers and their causes. They will also propose a focus that will enable auditors and managers to meet the public’s expectations for auditors and the work they do.

To share their knowledge and expertise in auditing and government operations are David R. Hancox, CGFM, CIA, consultant, trainer and author, former director of state audits, New York State Comptroller’s Office; and AGA Past National President Jeffrey S. Hart, CGFM, CFE, trainer and consultant, former comptroller and director of fiscal management and planning, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s Mountain and Plains Region.

One CPE is offered for the lunch meeting and two CPE are offered for the audio conference (3 CPE total for the event).

Community Service focus for the month of November is Shoes that Fit.  Attendees may make monetary donations at the November and December meetings.

To register, please select the appropriate member status and lunch type.  Please enter your name, organization, email address and lunch selection.  At the bottom of the payment screen, select your payment option.  If you choose to pay by check, select other Payment Option, then Pay By Check.  Please send your check to: Association of Government Accountants, Des Moines Chapter, PO Box 1351, Des Moines, IA 50305  with a copy of your registration confirmation.  Your ticket is not needed for admission into the conference.

For more information, contact Natalie Storm at (515) 281-8047.