Course Description: This mini course provides a foundational understanding of the connection between federal budgeting and accounting systems. Participants will explore how both budgetary and proprietary accounting are essential to managing federal financial resources and complying with legal mandates. By learning about the U.S. Standard General Ledger (USSGL) and the processes involved in federal financial management, participants will gain the tools to make informed decisions and maintain fiscal responsibility. Learning Objectives:  Describe the connections in and between the budgetary and proprietary accounting systems • Provide basic accounting information to enhance understanding of the connections in governmental accounting • Identify basic transactions required in both systems from the U.S. Standard General Ledger (USSGL) Target Audience: This course is ideal for federal financial managers, accountants, budget officers, and individuals seeking to strengthen their understanding of how budgeting and accounting systems connect to ensure compliance and effective financial management in federal agencies. Prerequisites: No mandatory prerequisites. Credit Type (NASBA CPE, CEU, Other) and Credits Awarded: CEU: 0.25 NASBA CPE: 2.5