Decision Makers
- CFO, Controller, Comptroller, Treasurer, Finance Director
- Grants Managers, Tribal Administrators
- President, Chairman/Chairwoman, Governor, Councilman/Councilwoman
REDW Financial Advisors & CPAsFinancial advising, accounting, tax, valuation, and wealth management
Audit Risk
Audit findings can jeopardize your federal funding and Tribal sovereignty
Regulatory Complexity
Complex federal regulations are publicly available but hard to interpret and apply correctly
Knowledge Gaps
Staff turnover creates knowledge gaps, creating vulnerabilities within your team
Customizable, Scalable Uniform Guidance Training
REDW’s Uniform Guidance Training is a customizable compliance training program built specifically for Tribal Nations and their organizations, including governments, healthcare facilities, gaming operations, education systems, and nonprofits.
We tailor our sessions to your specific grant policies, so your whole team gets the right training in one convenient session, not generic off-the-shelf content to further research and interpret. Our training sessions are designed for your team to be able to walk away knowing exactly what to do and when.
After training ends, we offer continued support for compliance program growth, with 100% of our clients (so far) progressing to supplement their training with our policy and procedure development services.
Format
Half-day, full-day, or two-day
Delivery
In-person, virtual, or hybrid
Interactive
Case studies, quizzes, group activities, and Q&A sessions
Curriculum
Federal grant compliance involves many moving parts. The curriculum below breaks down the most important topics.
Uniform Guidance 101
An introduction to the federal regulations governing grant funding, covering the key rules and requirements that Tribal Nations must follow to stay compliant and protect their federally funded programs.
Allowable Costs and Activities
A deep dive into what expenses and activities can legitimately be charged to a federal grant, helping teams avoid costly disallowances and audit findings.
Procurement
Covers the federal procurement standards Tribes must follow when purchasing goods and services with grant funds, including competitive bidding requirements and documentation best practices.
Internal Controls
Focuses on building strong organizational safeguards to prevent fraud, waste, and abuse and to ensure grant funds are used appropriately and in compliance with federal requirements.
Grant Reporting
Walks through the financial and performance reporting requirements for federally funded grants, ensuring teams submit accurate, timely reports that satisfy awarding agencies.
Audit Readiness
Prepares Tribal finance teams for the Single Audit process, including how to organize documentation, respond to auditor requests, and reduce the risk of findings.
Tribal Grants Accounting
Addresses the unique accounting challenges Tribal Nations face in managing federal grant funds, connecting compliance requirements to tribal-specific financial systems and practices
Who It Is For
Teams, Program Staff, and Council Members
- Finance and accounting team members
- Grants program staff and compliance coordinators
- Tribal management and sometimes council members
Dedicated Financial Expertise for Tribal Nations
Led by Wes Benally (Diné/Navajo), Principal & National Tribal Practice Leader — we understand Tribal Nations from the inside, not as an outside vendor.
- 33% of our National Tribal Practice team are enrolled members of Tribes.
- 69% of REDW principals across all service lines directly serve Tribal Nations.
- 40+ years as a trusted partner to Tribal Nations across the country
Led by experienced CPAs and trusted advisors. Christopher Tyhurst, Michael A. Dierlam, and Wesley Ryan Benally conduct Tribal audits and see compliance issues firsthand.
Wesley Ryan Benally, CPA
Principal, Client Advisory & Accounting Services and National Tribal Practice Leader | Diné (Navajo)
As the leader of REDW’s National Tribal Practice, Wes is committed to improving financial literacy throughout Indian Country. He oversees the audits of a wide range of Native American communities, state and local government agencies, and non-profits, nationwide.
Christopher Tyhurst, CPA
Principal, Audit & Assurance
Chris has extensive experience auditing nonprofit and Tribal healthcare organizations. He provides financial and strategic consulting services to tribes, including internal controls, enterprise board training, financial forecasts, and staff training on accounting and federal grant management topics.
Michael A. Dierlam, CPA
Principal, Audit & Assurance | Cherokee Nation
As an experienced auditor and advisor, Mike manages financial statement audits and Uniform Guidance audits for both tribal governments and a wide range of tribal enterprises. He is passionate about providing guidance that helps Tribes achieve enduring financial success.
I highly recommend having the REDW team involved in your training. Our staff keeps asking when the next one will be! The cost was significantly less than sending our staff to outside training opportunities where the training is far too generic. The end result of this training was grant managers who are content experts when it comes to their grants.
Ready to streamline your Tribe's grant compliance?
Request a discovery call for REDW's Uniform Guidance Training. We'll reach out to learn about your Tribe's needs and discuss how we can customize a session for your team. *Pricing is customized based on your Tribe's training format and needs.
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