CPE Catalog & Events
Performing Preparation, Compilation and Review Engagements
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Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $118
Definition of an engagement Forms, checklists and other documentation for preparing, compiling and reviewing engagements Explanation of the differences between compilation and preparation engagements Criteria of a compilation engagement and the entities where compilations can be performed Criteria of a review engagement Changes in level of service
Synchronize Your Files to the Cloud with SharePoint -Updated
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Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $89
The major topics covered in this course include:Overview of the OneDrive Sync app functionalityStep-by-step review and demonstration of how to deploy this appInstalling the Sync app on your local devicesConfiguring the files and folders to synchronize toy your local deviceManage the locally stored filesBest practice tips for using the Sync app and avoiding common mistakes
Surgent's Mastering Accounting for Income Taxes
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Online
4.00 Credits
Member Price: $159
The sources of deferred tax assets and liabilities Calculating the deferred tax asset or liability Reporting income-tax expense and balance sheet items CARES Act accounting implications Defining, analyzing, and reporting uncertain tax positions Classification of deferred tax assets and liabilities Disclosure requirements Recent and proposed changes to the accounting and disclosure requirements for income taxes
Adobe Acrobat - Increase Your Productivity With PDF Files
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Online
4.00 Credits
Member Price: $149
The major topics that will be covered in this class include:Navigating Adobe Acrobat DCCreating PDF files from other applicationsOrganize PDF files and pages within a PDFUsing the annotation tools to review and markup PDF filesPreparing your PDF for printingCreating links to pages, files and websitesSecuring your PDF filesSearching PDF filesCreating fillable formsAdobe Acrobat integration with Office 365
Surgent's Annual Accounting and Auditing Update
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Online
8.00 Credits
Member Price: $299
Recently issued FASB Accounting Standards Updates, PCC Update and items on the FASB’s Technical Agenda Leases – Topic 842 ASC 326: CECL Review of SAS 142 – Focus on Audit Evidence Recently issued SASs and other AICPA activity SSARS No. 25 and other recently issued SSARS Detailed review of SAS 145 Other important A&A practice matters
Understanding and Creating an Internal Control System
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Online
8.00 Credits
Member Price: $239
The major topics covered in this course include:Underlying concepts of internal controlDefining where and why controls, policies and procedures are neededLegacy control measures that are still important for businesses todayCreating control measures that address the use and protection of technology
The Corporate Transparency Act - What You Need to Know to Protect Your Client
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Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $79
CTA Filing Deadlines: Adapt and synchronize with the new schedules Beneficial Ownership Defined: Navigating the new transparency standards The Alabama Impact: Examining the court's influence on CTA enforcement Risk Management: Strategic navigation through CTA's legal framework Leveraging Transparency: Gaining a competitive advantage through CTA insights Disclosure Obligations: Clarify reporting requirements Corporate Configuration: Comprehend the alterations in structure Avoiding Sanctions: Proactive measures for CTA compliance
Excel - Fundamentals, Data Entry and Basic Formulas
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Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $89
The major topics that will be covered in this class include:Review of the Excel interfaceBasic data entry tasks using the fill command, range selection and copy & pasteBasics to creating formulas (absolute/relative reference, auto-computer, functions)
2024 Deep Dive into Quality Management
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Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $79
Quality Management Risk Assessment SQMS
2024 Single Audit Update
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Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $79
2024 Compliance Supplement Uniform Guidance Common Deficiencies
Surgent's Mastering Client Management for Accounting and Finance Professionals
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Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $99
The evolving landscape of client expectations in the accounting profession Building strong and lasting client relationships through effective communication, empathy, and proactive service Implementing efficient client onboarding and engagement processes Leveraging technology to streamline communication, enhance collaboration, and deliver personalized service Effectively resolving client concerns and complaints Utilizing client feedback to continually improve your practice
Partnership & LLC (Form 1065) - Formation to Liquidation
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Online
8.00 Credits
Member Price: $300
Extensive review of the partnership tax laws with an emphasis on any new legislative changes Overview of different forms of business entities including the check-the-box regulations Formation issues including the mandatory allocation of the §704(c) pre-contribution gain or losses back to the contributing partner/member Schedule K and K-1 – separately stated versus non-separately stated income and expense items Detailed Schedule K-1 reporting including the 20% qualified business income (QBI) deduction and 3.8% net investment income tax Calculating the tax and §704(b) book capital accounts Substantial economic effect requirement to have special allocations to the partners/members Allocation of recourse & non-recourse debt on K-1s Guaranteed payment issues and tax treatment of fringe benefits Self-employment tax issues and pitfalls Tax treatment of distributions – cash versus non-cash & liquidating versus non-liquidating Sales and liquidations (redemptions) of partnership interests §754 optional basis adjustments and mandatory adjustments
IRAs - Contributions & Distributions for Traditional, Roth, SEP & SIMPLE IRAs
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Online
8.00 Credits
Member Price: $300
An emphasis on newly enacted tax legislation affecting IRAs including the NEW final required minimum distribution (RMD) regulations Contribution limits to and tax treatment of distributions from Traditional, Roth, SEP and SIMPLE IRAs Deductible phase-out limits for Traditional IRA contributions for taxpayers that are active participants in qualified retirement plans Roth IRA contribution phase-out limits as well as tax-free qualified distributions Planning opportunities for conversions to ROTH IRAs Rollover rules to/from different retirement accounts and the one-rollover-per-year limitation The different options of receiving IRA distributions before age 59 ½ and avoiding the 10% early distribution penalty (including substantially equal periodic payments) The required minimum distribution (RMD) rules from IRAs needed to avoid the 50% penalty after the account owner turns age 72 or dies The tax ramifications of spouse and non-spouse beneficiaries and how this affects the RMD calculation after the account owner’s death Overview of health savings account (HSA) eligibility rules, contribution limits and distribution rules
Everyday Ethics: Ethics is Everywhere, All the Time! featuring Richard A. Karwic and Don Minges
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Online
1.00 Credits
Member Price: $59
Be careful of; Whom you trust, and What you easily dismiss. Beware of our internal biases. What are your biases? The need to consider situations from multiple perspectives.
Audit 401: Critical Traits of a Thinking Auditor
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Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $89
The major topics covered in this course include:Improving a firm's financial resultsImproving effective and efficient auditsTransforming the audit through creative thinkingManaging change for positive outcomesRetaining client through ensuring exceptional serviceDeveloping other professional through mentoring, counseling, and delegation
Everyday Ethics: Doing Well by Doing Good 2024
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Online
4.00 Credits
Member Price: $159
AICPA Code of Professional Conduct, Institute of Management Accountants Standards of Ethical Conduct and T.D. Circular 230 Implications of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 Recent, relevant cases on accounting profession ethics and professional responsibility Areas the partner should pay particular attention to What it means to be a profession and a professional Ethical frameworks
Seeing Beyond the Numbers: Analysis for CFOs & Controllers
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Online
4.00 Credits
Member Price: $149
The major topics that will be covered in this class include:Purpose of Financial Statement AnalysisComparing Actuals vs. Expectations & BenchmarkingCase Studies 1 & 2Ratio AnalysisCase Study 3Analysis of Statement of Cash FlowsCase Studies 4 & 5Other Uses of Ratios
Basic Concepts of Governmental Accounting & Auditing 2024
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Online
8.00 Credits
Member Price: $299
Governmental environment: cities, counties, special districts and other agencies GASB 34 accounting and financial reporting, including measurement focus, the basis of accounting and f und accounting Governmental auditing issues, including risk assessment and internal controls and compliance GASB Pension and OPEB Standards Update GASB's standards, including GASB No. 87, Leases Review GASB's Exposure Draft on Financial Reporting Model Improvements
Federal Tax Update: Business Comprehensive 2024
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Online
8.00 Credits
Member Price: $299
Review of recent federal legislation and administrative rulings Review of recent modifications to tax forms Review of small business tax law and administrative update changes Review of retirement plan changes Overall review of tax practice and procedures
Ethical Considerations in Working with Cannabis
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Online
1.00 Credits
Member Price: $55
The major topics covered in this class include:Framework for assessing the propriety of offering services within the state legal, regulated cannabis industryAssist in identifying key stakeholders to be considered in conjunction to providing cannabis industry services, including:partnersstaffclientsBanking relationshipsMalpractice insurance