Advanced Specialty Topic - SBITA - June 25, 2026
Credit Available - See Credits tab below.
Total Credits: 2 Accounting & Auditing. Government
- Categories:
- Advanced Specialty Topics | Advanced Course
- Faculty:
- Kelly Telford CPA
- Course Levels:
- Advanced
- Duration:
- 2 hrs
- License:
- Never Expires.
Tags: Advanced Course Level
Description
Advanced Specialty Topic – Subscription-Based Information Technology Arrangements (SBITA) Reporting
A CSMFO Core Course
9:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m., Thursday, June 25, 2026
With the advent of the new rules embodied in GASB Statement No. 96, Subscription-Based Information Technology Arrangements, agencies are faced with new accounting and reporting complexities. This SBITA Reporting Specialty class reviews subscription-based information technology arrangements reporting for government end-users. There are examples for an interactive overview of reporting and recording SBITA activity in a government agency. This session provides a comprehensive understanding of SBITA accounting, compliance requirements, and disclosure guidelines. Participants will walk-through the accounting entries, as well as disclosure information needed to report whether using a third-party software system or an internal tracking system.
This class is limited to 25 participants to allow for in-depth discussion between the instructor and attendees. Advance registration is required for this class.
THIS COURSE IS LIMITED TO 25 ATTENDEES, SO REGISTER TODAY!
Instructor:
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Kelly Telford, Partner, LSL
Continuing Professional Education: 2 hours of CPE (Accounting & Auditing, Government).
Cost: $100 for CSMFO members
$130 for non-CSMFO members
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All Virtual Course Dates:
October 8, 2026 9:00 am – 11:00 am
Credits
Faculty
Kelly Telford CPA Related Seminars and Products
Partner
LSL, LLP
Kelly Telford is a Partner in LSL’s Government Services Department and has over 20 years of experience in working in and with government agencies. Her background includes auditing, accounting, financial forecasting, budget development, public utilities, investment management, grant management, human resources, and information technology. As a government services partner, Kelly oversees engagements for a variety of non-profit and governmental clients, providing auditing and consulting services, often acting as an extension of their finance department. Prior to returning to LSL in 2022, Kelly served as the Director of Finance and Treasurer for the cities of Seal Beach and Costa Mesa.