ACCOUNTING DIVISION

The Accounting Division prepares accounting reports and formal financial statements in conformance with the Chief  Financial Office Act and other Office of Management and Budget requirements.  The Division serves as the representative for the National Business Center (NBC), the International Trade Administration's (ITA) accounting contractor, and is responsible for prescribing ITA-wide accounting policies, procedures, standards and controls.  This includes the  development, issuance, and maintenance of all manuals, handbooks and related directives.  The Director of the Accounting Division acts as the focal point for General Accounting Office and Departmental Inspector General audit activities relating to financial management in ITA.