GAAP and Cash Basis BARS manuals have been updated
The GAAP and Cash Basis BARS manuals have been updated and are available on our website at www.sao.wa.gov.
BARS
Synonym
Budgeting, Accounting and Reporting System
GAAP Manual
Cash Manual
We value local government feedback
The Budgeting, Accounting, and Reporting System (BARS) roundtables are underway in various locations all over the state. Discussion in these free three hour meetings presented by the State Auditor's Office, includes many topics such as: Information on changes to the BARS manual, a preview of requirements for upcoming GASB standards, demonstration of the Financial Analysis Tool (FIT), and discussion of other valuable resources and trainings free to local governments.
BARS roundtable sessions scheduled
We are offering the BARS Roundtable Sessions again this fall. The roundtable discussions are free, three-hour feedback opportunities open to all local governments.