CPE Catalog & Events
Data Analytics: Practical Insights for Today's Accountant
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Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $109
Apply new effective tools in business processes Better understand how to use data analytics in public accounting engagements Identify popular software packages that may be useful for accomplishing data analytics
Keeping Up with the FASB
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Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $89
The major topics covered in this class include:Review of current items on the FASB agendaDiscuss the new revenue recognition standardProvide an update on the new lease accounting standardAddress U.S. GAAP alternatives for certain entities
S Corporation Essentials: Stock & Loan Basis Reporting
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Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $109
Basis of stock and debt Form 1040, Schedule E Shareholder basis of indebtedness Limitation of deduction of losses AAA and distributions
Business Partnerships: Managing Supplier Relationships
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Online
1.00 Credits
Member Price: $55
The major topics that will be covered in this course include:Overview of supplier contractsCase studies of successful and not-so-successful supplier relationshipsRisk potentials
Introduction to Forensic Accounting
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Online
1.80 Credits
Member Price: $79
Forensic Accounting Accounting Auditing Finance
Listening to the Statement of Cash Flows
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Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $109
Preparation of the statement of cash flows Importance of identifying sources and uses of cash in financial reporting Financial statement analysis Cash-related financial statement disclosures
Revenue Recognition Topic 606 - Identify Performance Obligations Part 2
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Online
1.40 Credits
Member Price: $59
Revenue Recognition Accounting
Surgent's Introduction to Forensic Accounting
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Online
4.00 Credits
Member Price: $159
Review of the different aspects of forensic accounting The civil litigation process as it relates to forensic accounting Litigation services provided by forensic accountants Fraud detection and prevention Various types of fraud Training and certifications in forensic accounting Forensic accounting in bankruptcy proceedings Forensic accounting in family law proceedings Calculating damages for use in litigation Valuations Ethical issues pertinent to forensic accounting
Partnership Checkup: Tax Issues & Forms Reporting
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Online
4.00 Credits
Member Price: $159
Clarify the importance of partnership capital accounts and partnerships debt on partner's tax basis Impact of contributed property Explain the importance of shareholder loans to the entity Discuss how basis is impacted by distributions of corporation property and the sale/or liquidation of the S corporation interest Comprehensive examples illustrate the mechanics of the basis determination process Discusses how S corporation losses impact Form 1040 Schedule E reporting How to get from the Schedule K-1 information to the basis calculations
Yellow Book Independence and Single Audit Fundamentals
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Online
4.00 Credits
Member Price: $149
The major topics that will be covered in this class include:The conceptual framework approach to independenceIndependence threats related to preparing financial statements and accounting recordsConsideration of specific non-audit services that would and would not impair independenceDocumentation necessary to support adequate consideration of auditor considerationFundamentals of a compliance audit performed under the Uniform GuidanceSchedule of expenditure of federal awardsDetermination of major programsUsing the Compliance Supplement Uniform Guidance administrative requirements and cost principles Testing internal control over complianceTesting complianceWriting an audit findingReporting requirements of a single audit
Implementing and Maintaining an Internal Control System
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Online
8.00 Credits
Member Price: $239
The major topics covered in this course include:Control creation and implementation basicsImplementation and update procedures for an Internal Control systemMaintaining existing internal controls
Cryptocurrency 15 Years Later - A Market Update
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Online
1.00 Credits
Member Price: $55
The major topics that will be covered in this course include:Update on the cryptocurrency marketplaceCryptocurrency exchanges - the good, the bad and the uglyOverview of cryptocurrency taxation regulationsThe technology behind cryptocurrency - Proof of stake, Layer 2, wallets and moreBlockchain technology update
Become a Data Analysis Expert
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Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $89
The major topics that will be covered in this class include:Data Analysis Process Flow: An introduction to the Data Analysis Process Flow and how it is your pathway to becoming a Data Analysis Expert.Data Modeling: A comprehensive discussion of building a data model and calculating metrics.Data Visualizations: An understanding how visualizations can present data in a more insightful and impactful manner.
Fundamentals of Form 1040 -- Business
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Online
4.00 Credits
Member Price: $149
The major topics that will be covered in this course include:Self-employment and business income taxation (Schedule C, self-employment tax, business deductions)Reporting income from pass-through entities (Schedule E, Schedule K-1, Shareholder stock and debt basis on Form 7203)Application of Form 7217 for capital construction fundsBest practices for self-employed clients and small business ownersKey deductions and credits for business ownersAvoiding common IRS audit triggers related to business income reportingLegislative updates impacting business income taxation in the current year
Instant Audit? Just Add Risk Assessment
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Online
1.00 Credits
Member Price: $59
The audit risk model Risk assessment Linking risks to audit procedures Other responses to risks Documentation
Anti-Bullying and Sensitivity
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Online
1.00 Credits
Member Price: $59
Taking credit for someone else’s work. Repeatedly belittling a co-worker. Withholding essential information. Failing to invite someone to an essential meeting. Ignoring a coworker with the intent to harm or control. Engaging in ongoing passive-aggressive behavior in which words and actions appear harmless but have the intent to harm or control. Constant and unfair criticism. Social bantering and teasing. Yelling, shouting and screaming. Insults and behind-the-back put-downs. Hostile glares and other intimidating gestures. Malicious gossiping. Monopolizing supplies and other resources. Aggressive e-mails or notes. Overt threats and aggression or violence Am I the bully?
Analytical Procedures: Practical Applications and Standards
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Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $109
Analytical procedures in audit and review engagements Practical examples and illustrations of analytical procedures The order of operations for accomplishing analytical procedures
Building Your Personal Net Worth: Invest in Your Future
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Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $109
Why people who appear wealthy may be living paycheck to paycheck Why a millionaire may be living in the ordinary house next door Early and mid-career strategies for accumulating wealth Where and how to invest your money Why fees and commissions should concern you Strategies for buying stocks, mutual funds and ETFs
Business Losses: Going Backward and Forward
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Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $109
Recent legislative developments for deducting business losses TCJA net operating losses rules of §461(l) §163(j) Business Interest Expense Limitations of deducting losses and basis What is the “quickie” refund; Section 465 At-Risk amount Section 469 Passive Activity Loss rules
ChatGPT and Advanced Financial Analysis for Accountants
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Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $89
The major topics that will be covered in this course include:Financial Modeling with ChatGPT IntegrationAdvanced Ratio Analysis TechniquesRisk Assessment and Scenario AnalysisValuation Methods and ChatGPT ApplicationsUtilizing Performance Metrics in Financial AnalysisData Analysis and Interpretation with AIInvestment Analysis Enhanced by ChatGPT