This workshop is designed to support school district business office staff in establishing consistent and effective end-of-month financial review practices that promote accuracy, transparency, and sound internal controls. Participants will walk through the essential financial checks and reconciliations needed to ensure district records are complete, accurate, and aligned with state regulations and reporting requirements.

The workshop provides a practical, repeatable end-of-month checklist that districts can incorporate into their regular financial cycle. The session and checklist covers key end-of-month activities, including cash and bank reconciliations, general ledger review, account activity analysis, payroll and benefit-related reconciliations, and variance review. Emphasis is placed on understanding what to review each month, what trends or balances warrant further attention, and how to identify and resolve issues promptly.

In addition, the workshop addresses compliance responsibilities that occur throughout the fiscal year—highlighting how review practices support broader state regulatory requirements and audit readiness. Participants will discuss documentation standards, internal controls, and review expectations, as well as common issues identified during audits or monitoring due to inconsistent financial reviews.

Attendees will leave with clearer expectations, stronger review procedures, and tools to support accurate financial reporting and ongoing compliance throughout the year.