Elected Auditors Masterclass: From Fundamentals to Excellence

Participants must attend both 3-hour sessions to earn the course certificate.

PLEASE NOTE: This course was developed to be interactive to give you the best learning experience possible. It will be conducted via Zoom. You will need to be able to: Raise your hand, mute/unmute, use chat.

Description:

From election to expertise – whether you are preparing for your first audit or looking to update and build a firm foundation for your term, this masterclass will guide you from day one to effective, accountable service.  Learn how to reduce errors in coding and terminology and ensure not only a more accurate audit but also save time and build trust with stakeholders by demonstrating professionalism, reliability, and attention to detail. The course emphasizes practical skills in oversight, reporting, and collaboration with local government officials within the unique context of Pennsylvania’s municipal structure.

Through interactive sessions, real-world case studies, and expert-led instruction, participants will explore the fundamentals of municipal finance, auditing procedures, legal obligations, and ethical standards.

Audience:  Elected borough and township auditors

Topics:

• Foundations of Municipal Auditing
• Navigating Local Government Finances
• Core Auditing Techniques
• Effective Audit Reporting
• Legal Tools and Practical Resources

At the end of this course, participants can expect to be able to:

• Recognize the legal responsibilities and ethical standards required of municipal auditors in Pennsylvania

• Identify the key elements of budgets, financial reports, and accounting systems used by municipalities
• Apply essential auditing techniques to review financial records, check for compliance, and uncover irregularities
• Create accurate audit reports and present findings in a way that’s clear for officials and the community
• Choose the relevant Pennsylvania laws, codes, and proven best practices to guide your auditing process

By registering for this course, you are authorizing the League Learning Academy to forward information to you at your email address related to educational offerings.

Once your registration is completed, you should receive a confirmation email from The PA Municipal League. Please review when received. If you do not receive an email, it may be in your spam folder.

CANCELLATION & NO-SHOW POLICY:
Cancellation must be received in writing to lla@pml.org within 72 hours prior to a class to be considered for a full refund.

If cancellation is received after the 72-hour window, a processing fee will be applied for a portion of the refund.

Those who do not cancel or attend forfeit the full registration fee.