CPE Catalog & Events
Ethics and Professional Conduct
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Virtual
2.00 Credits
Discussion of what makes an ethical dilemma. Review of recent ethical violations Practical applications of the independence and conflict of interest rules Current PCAOB concerns
There is NO Such Thing as `Business Ethics' featuring John Levy and Don Minges
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Online
1.00 Credits
Should ethical behavior be something that we always do? Is ethical behavior situational? Why being ethical will help you succeed personally and professionally. Consequences of not behaving ethically? Why trust matters? How we can make better ethical decisions in our professional lives.
Common Sense CFO: Balance Sheet Issues Walk through to Understand and Build Value
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Online
2.00 Credits
Typical accounting issues that impact the balance sheet Where are the hidden issues in unrecorded liabilities? What are unrecorded assets and why they matter? Identification of and resolution of balance sheet challenges and changes Communicating to your audience and stakeholders
Preparing to be a Forensic Accountant - Focus on Computer Forensics - Part 2 (Cryptology)
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Online
1.00 Credits
Forensic Accounting Accounting Finance Auditing
The Role of Internal Audit in SOX Compliance
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Online
2.00 Credits
Designing work plans for compliance testing Best practices for managing projects for effectiveness and efficiency Ensuring quality Information Produced/Provider by the Entity (IPE)
Common Sense CFO: Decoding and Mitigating Internal and External Risks
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Online
2.00 Credits
Defining risk as it impacts organizations Understanding external and internal risks Examples of these risks How do we identify and assess? What can be done about the risks? Developing a risk mitigation strategy Monitoring and mitigating risk
The Ethical Side of Trust, featuring Richard A. Karwic and Don Minges
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Online
1.00 Credits
The seven components of trust High standards, loyalty, doing the right thing, listen, empathy and accountability The value of trust How ethics relates to trust and how trust relates to ethics
Businesses Receiving Government Assistance
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Online
2.00 Credits
What is Yellow Book? What is different because of Yellow Book? When might Yellow Book apply to a business? Common application of concepts to businesses Answers to common questions
The Complete Guide to the Preparation of Form 1041
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Online
8.00 Credits
Step-by-step Form 1041 preparation Key issues in decedent’s estates and trusts Understanding Subchapter J and its impact on taxation Compliance strategies for fiduciary entities Tax treatment of DNI and IRD Case studies illustrating real-world application Legislative updates affecting estate and trust taxation
Corporate Ethics Cases: Discuss Real Life Conflicts
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Online
4.00 Credits
Can you protect the public interest without violating our profession's confidentiality rules? How can a corporate world CPA get in trouble with their board of accountancy? Is a culture of fear and intimidation particularly susceptible to corporate fraud? How can using the CPA credential get a corporate accountant in trouble? Is exaggerating your CPE hours a violation of our professional codes of conduct? What are your options when your employer is clearly breaking the law? Does any legislation provide effective Whistleblower protection?
Revenue Recognition in an Environment of Uncertainty
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Online
2.00 Credits
Alternatives to adopting Topic 842 Short-term lease and related-party leasing arrangements Identifying lease agreements under the new rules Proper treatment of lease incentives, leasehold improvements, and lease modifications
The Controllership Series - The Controller's Role in Pro Forma Financial Statements
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Online
1.00 Credits
Accounting Finance
K2's Case Studies in Fraud and Technology Controls - 8 Hours
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Online
8.00 Credits
Key fraud risks impacting businesses today Examples of fraud and the monetary impact on victims How to create, implement, and assess technology-based internal controls to reduce the probability of becoming a fraud victim
Federal Tax Update - Individual & Business Current Developments
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Online
8.00 Credits
Discuss the most recent individual and business income tax legislation passed to date Walk through major tax changes to corporations, partnerships and/or individuals and any changes to the income tax forms and other related schedules Review numerous business income tax provisions including but not limited to the 20% qualified business income (QBI) deduction; changes to NOLs, §461(l) business loss limitations, §163(j) business interest deduction limitations, accounting method changes, depreciation, retirement plans, fringe benefits and entertainment expenses Brush up on the individual and business income tax rates (e.g., income tax rates, capital gain tax rates, self-employment tax and alternative minimum tax (AMT), 3.8% net investment income tax) Discuss other individual income tax topics and changes to filing status, personal exemptions, itemized deductions, exclusions from income, adjustments to income and income tax credits (e.g., child tax credit and dependent care credit) Walk through the NEW final required minimum distribution (RMD) regulations Review other important IRS audit areas such as basis and at-risk limitations for S shareholders and partners, passive activity losses and real estate professionals and self-employment taxes
A Fox in the Henhouse/Courthouse
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Online
1.00 Credits
Internal Controls Fraud Prevention Fraud Investigation
K2's Next Level Home Networking
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Online
1.00 Credits
Explanation of common network services such as file sharing, VPN's, media servers, and network isolation using multiple SSIDs Hardware options and examples of solutions for every budget Tips and tricks for rebuilding your home network to meet your needs today and into the future
The New Quality Management Standards - What Everyone Needs to Know
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Online
2.00 Credits
Overview of the new quality management standards Focus on the most important elements of a quality management system Implementation tips that everyone in the firm should know Audit and attest standards impacted
Schedule K-1: What is it & What Do I Do with It?
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Online
2.00 Credits
Overview of Schedule K-1 for Partnerships, S Corporations, and Estates/Trust Reporting Schedule K-1 information on Form 1040 Basis limitations, loss limitations, and material participation rules Qualified Business Income (QBI) Deduction and Schedule K-1 integration Case studies highlighting real-world application of Schedule K-1 reporting Proposed changes to Schedules K-2 and K-3 for 2021 and beyond Best practices for avoiding errors and ensuring compliance
K2's Paperless Office
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Online
8.00 Credits
The importance of “going paperless” Key technologies that facilitate a paperless office Advantages of going paperless Examples of leading document management systems and processes
The Controllership Series - Overhead, Direct and Indirect Costs and Allocation Methods
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Online
1.00 Credits
Accounting Finance Procurement Operations
