Sample Gaming Audit Programs. A library of sample audit programs is available for members to refer to when developing their own audit programs. Annual Conference. Beginning in 2019, The IIA will combine the Gaming & Hospitality Conference with All Star to bring even more benefits to Gaming Audit Group members. Not only will there be two tracks. Program and Planning specialist to receive the files. Use the Information Report Analysis System (IRAS) to analyze the data. Generate all reports. Look them over, noting those that need further development during the field phase of the audit. Forms 730 / 11-C For guidance on when an organization must file Forms 730 and 11-C, see.

1. Casino Audit Programs Program

Description

Casino Auditing for Gaming Regulators

The objective of this 3-day course is to provide attendees with an in-depth understanding of the complexities of auditing casinos from a regulatory perspective. Attendees will also learn the process of developing effective internal control standards using a risk-based approach.

Day One:

• Planning a Casino Regulatory Audit. Attendees will learn effective aspects of effectively planning an audit, assess key risk factors, and development of audit programs.
• Analyzing Casino Financial Statements. This session examines the types of financial information typically developed in the casino environment, key components of financial information, and analytical tools for analyzing financial information.
• Casino Internal Control Standards. Attendees will learn how to use a risk-based approach for developing and evaluating casino internal control standards, assessing mitigating controls and consideration of cost-benefit factors.

Day Two:

• Internal Audit Function. This session analyzes the casino internal audit function, including assessing independence, evaluating the effectiveness of internal audit and using internal audit results in determining the scope of a regulatory audit.
• Casino Management Systems. Attendees will learn the fundamentals of a casino management system, ticket-in; ticket-out systems, cage and credit operations, financial reporting systems and risks for fraudulent activity.

Day Three:

• Understanding Table Games Statistics. Attendees will learn about house advantages of various games, techniques used to analyze statistical information and the impacts of credit play and promotional schemes.
• Understanding Slot Machine Statistics. This session discusses the development of theoretical hold percentages, analyzing actual hold percentages and the impacts of progressive payouts, bonus pays and other promotions.
• Cage Operations. Attendees will learn the components of cage operations, including analyzing typical cage documentation.
• Credit Play and Collections. This session provides insights into the extension of casino credit and the collection process, including understanding the pitfalls.

Instructors*

• Dennis Amerine, CPA is a former member of the Nevada Gaming Control Board and chief of the board’s audit division. He has assisted numerous governments around the world in the development of internationally accepted regulatory standards and has trained hundreds of regulators on the essentials of regulating the casino gaming industry.
• Lynda Hartzell, CPA; CFE is a former chief of the Nevada Gaming Control Board’s audit division. She has served as a consulting manager for a CPA firm, a senior accountant and senior audit manager.
• Rick Hector has over 30 years of experience auditing casinos for the Internal Revenue Service and has provided training for hundreds of gaming regulators around the world.
• Stephanie Maddocks is an expert in casino IT systems. She has assisted numerous casinos in the implementation of casino management systems and the integration of systems within the resort casino environment.

*Instructors are subject to change.

Price

$1,300.00 - includes all classroom materials and a certificate of completion from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas.

A continental breakfast, lunch and afternoon refreshments each day will also be provided.

Admission Information

To attend, please register.

FAQs

Who can attend this event?

This 'regulatory only' program is available exclusively for gaming regulators and policy makers who work in a commercial, tribal or international gaming jurisdiction. No industry or operator participation. Gaming Control Board and Commission members, or other governmental officials, with regulatory oversight or policy making responsibilities, are also welcome to attend.

What is included in the registration fee?

The fee includes all classroom materials and a certificate of completion from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas. A continental breakfast, lunch and afternoon refreshments each day will also be provided. All other expenses, including airfare, ground transportation, evening meals and incidentals are the responsibility of the participant.

Are there recommended accommodations?

In addition to the large number of hotels located on the Las Vegas Strip, a number of participants choose to stay at hotels that are within walking distance of the Stan Fulton Building:

There are also several hotels within a 5-minute Uber/taxi ride:

Is transportation or parking available?

We encourage participants to arrive either by taxi, Uber or Lyft. However, parking passes can be reserved for a limited number of spaces on the UNLV campus.

What is the attire for the program?

The attire is business casual.

What is the refund policy?

1. In the event a course is canceled, registrants will be notified as soon as possible and receive a full refund of their registration fee. The International Center for Gaming Regulation is not responsible for any travel and related expenses or other expenses incurred by any participant due to a course cancellation.
2. A service fee of Twenty Percent (20%) will apply to all participant initiated cancellations received three (3) weeks prior to the event.
3. A service fee of Fifty Percent (50%) will apply to all participant initiated cancellations received two (2) weeks (14 days or less) prior to the event. In the event you need to cancel, you may substitute another person to attend in your place. However, you will need to inform us in writing no later than two (2) business days prior to the start of the event.
4. All cancellations and refund requests must be made in writing. Refunds granted for credit card charges will be credited to the original account charged. No refunds will be given in the event of “No Shows.” Refunds may take up to 4 weeks for processing.

Where can I contact the organizer with any questions?

For additional questions, please contact Robert Horgan, operations director, International Center for Gaming Regulation: robert.horgan@unlv.edu or 702-895-2445

External Sponsor

The International Center for Gaming Regulation is one of three research centers within the International Gaming Institute, on the campus of the University of Nevada, Las Vegas. The Center's mission is to promote research and learning in the areas of gaming regulation in jurisdictions around the world.

Casino Audit Programs Program