LEAN ACCOUNTING

The course will give participants an understanding of how traditional accounting methods often support the creation of manufacturing and business waste that is targeted for elimination during a Lean implementation.  Participants will learn how accounting and manufacturing can "team up" to insure a successful Lean implementation
 
PROGRAM OUTLINE
  • A hands-on simulation of a Lean factory and the impact of flow on accounting practices
  • Preparation guidelines and tips for a Lean accounting implementation
  • A financial statement simulation of the Lean journey and common mistakes made during a Lean accounting transformation
UPON COMPLETION, PARTICIPANTS WILL UNDERSTAND:
  • The principles of Lean Accounting and how to forecast the financial impact of Lean on your firm’s financial statements
  • Learn the shortcomings of a traditional standard cost system
  • How accounting must partner with manufacturing to successfully implement

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