SEMINAR: BEST ACCOUNTING PRACTICES FOR GOVERNMENT CONTRACTORS ON WEDNESDAY APRIL, 8. This seminar is designed for the new business owner and his/her accountant. Emphasis is on setting up the necessary accounting system that will meet (1) the business' managerial needs as it grows and (2) the Government's requirements and expectations. Main topics will include cost accounting structure alternatives, the chart of accounts, indirect cost structures and rates, accounting for particular types of costs and common problem areas and how to avoid them. The discussion leader, David L. Cotton, CPA, CFE, is managing partner of Cotton & Company, Certified Public Accountants. Place and time: Procurement Technical Assistance Program, Enterprise Center, 2nd Floor-Training Room, 4031 University Dr., Fairfax, Virginia, Time: 6:30 to 9:30 pm.The cost of this seminar is $25 if prepaid, or $30.00 at the door. To register please call the SBDC at (703) 277-7700 or Fax (703) 277-7722. WEB: Procurement Technical Assistance Program, http://www.gmu.edu/gmu/PTAP. E-MAIL: Please register by calling (703) 277-7700 or e-mail to: ptap@gmu.edu, ptap@gmu.edu.

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