CPE Catalog & Events
Leveraging ChatGPT for Innovative Business Advisory Services
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Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $89
The major topics covered in this course include:Introduction to ChatGPT and its applications in the business advisory contextIn-depth exploration of enterprise evaluation methodologies like SWOT, PESTLE, BCG Matrix, McKinsey 7S Model, Ansoff Matrix, etc.Practical case studies demonstrating application of ChatGPT in accounting business analysisKey challenges faced by accounting firms and how ChatGPT can help overcome theseBest practices for implementing AI tools in the accounting sectorFuture opportunities and trends in AI-enhanced business advisory services
Surgent's Excel Shortcuts for Accountants
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Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $99
Explore the function that sums better than the SUM function Discover a variety of time-saving features, functions, and techniques Learn the workaround to a major Excel pitfall
Surgent's Guide to Calculating S Corporation Shareholder Stock and Loan Basis
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Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $99
Introduction to Form 7203 Introduction to the calculation of stock basis Introduction to the calculation of loan basis Taxable and nontaxable S corporation distributions to shareholders The election to reduce basis by deductible losses and expenses before reducing basis by nondeductible expenses
Surgent's Successfully Completing an Income Tax Return for a Trust or Estate -- Form 1041
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Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $99
Passive activity rules for trusts including the NIIT The different types of trusts for income tax purposes (e.g. simple, complex, grantor, charitable) The critical categorization of income (taxable income vs. fiduciary accounting income) Distributable net income (DNI) and how it works The “Tier” Rules The Separate Share Rule IRC 663(b) “65-Day” Rule IRC §691(c) Deduction QSST and EBST elections How to treat excess deductions on termination Grantor trust rules and how they impact planning and return preparation The income tax side of Domestic Asset Protection Trusts
Surgent's Understanding Partnership Taxation: Types of Basis, Contributions, and Distributions
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Online
4.00 Credits
Member Price: $159
Three different types of basis Contributions of property IRC 704(b) – Capital Accounts and Special Allocations Contributions of property and debt Contributions of services IRS Notice 2020-43
Reviewing S Corporation Tax Returns: What Are You Missing?
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Online
4.00 Credits
Member Price: $213
Form 1120-S Schedule K-1 Schedule L Schedules M-1 and M-2 Form 4562 Form 4797
Understanding Internal Control Constructs
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Online
4.00 Credits
Member Price: $149
The major topics covered in this course include:Underlying concepts of internal controlThe importance of control measure interdependency
Audit 104: Audit Documentation - Workpapers To Pass Review
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Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $89
The major topics covered in this course include:Proper documentation as a means of audit qualityFactors impacting the nature and extent of documentationSample workpaper index and other organization tipsUse of audit programs as means of audit documentationChecklist for self-review of workpapers and clearing review notesMultiple exercises on identifying workpaper deficiencies
LinkedIn Profile Secrets for CPAs
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Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $89
The major topics covered in this class include:Effective branding and LinkedIn profile positioning for CPAsBest practices and tips for each profile featureOptimizing language and words to attract clients: Your headline, essay, descriptions, and keywordsSizzle elements: Your headshot, background banner, videos, and mediaEssential LinkedIn settings and privacy for CPAs
Surgent's Navigating Your Client Through the IRS Appeals Process
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Online
4.00 Credits
Member Price: $159
Preparing a valid Appeals Protest for small case requests when tax, penalties, and interest for each period are $25,000 or less Writing and filing a Formal Protest, including required information Alternative Dispute Resolution options available to clients Negotiation and time limitations Preparing and submitting a Tax Court petition to preserve a client’s rights
Surgent's Select Estate and Life Planning Issues for the Middle-Income Client
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Online
4.00 Credits
Member Price: $159
Changes to the lifetime estate tax exemption in light of proposed regulations SECURE 2.0 updates More than 20 documents that should be reviewed that are neither a will nor trust Provisions you need in a will Trusts and other arrangements for children Durable powers of attorney for healthcare and for financial matters Realistic retirement goals Developments relative to estate tax, and the implications for planning
Excel for Accounting Professionals Session 6: List Comparisons and Indenting
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Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $118
Mergers & Acquisitions: Tips and Speed Bumps to Avoid
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Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $79
Making strategic acquisitions Identifying potential acquisition candidates Alternatives to M&A Identifying and understanding organizational culture Understanding the keys to effective and efficient due diligence Planning and executing an effective integration Key considerations
Why Cybersecurity Matters to CPAs
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Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $89
The major topics that will be covered in this class include:Recent cybersecurity attacks, their implications, and how weak cybersecurity controls enabled their successSpecific cybersecurity controls that help prevent fraud and support data integrity of financial reportsHow an effective cybersecurity program is needed to reduce losses, prevent fraud, avoid reputational damage, and protect critical data assets
2024 Not-for-Profit Accounting Update
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Online
4.00 Credits
Member Price: $129
NAC CECL Leases
Ethics: What a CPA in Public Practice Needs to Know
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Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $89
Ethics for Members in Public Practice: Why Bother?Re-Introducing the AICPA Code of Professional ConductThe Eleven Rules for Members in Public PracticeThe Conceptual Framework: Avoiding the Risk of NoncomplianceCase Discussions: Members in Public Practice
New Quality Management Standards: Resources - Expectations for Firms and Engagement Partners
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Online
1.00 Credits
Member Price: $71
Quality management Peer review Audits Risk assessment
2024 Performance Auditing Made Easy
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Online
1.50 Credits
Member Price: $79
Performance audit standards Performance audit types Performance audit objectives
Money Laundering Awareness for Accountants
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Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $89
The major topics that will be covered in this class include:Money laundering overviewRole of tax examiners and auditorsTax return examinationPre-audit indicatorsAudit flagsReal estate issuesCash indicatorsInternational trade signalsLoan considerationsProfessional service provider concernsMoney laundering and ethics
Building Your Personal Net Worth: Invest in Your Future
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Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $79
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