CPE Catalog & Events
International Tax Treaties
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Online
2.00 Credits
Tax treaties Tax impact of cross-border transactions
Transforming Strategic & Financial Management with ChatGPT - Insights for CPAs, CFOs and Controllers
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Online
2.20 Credits
Recognize the variety of ChatGPT uses in accounting. Determine how to use ChatGPT. Identify how ChatGPT improves customer, vendor, and industry research. Recognize how ChatGPT aids in financial benchmarking. Identify how ChatGPT can assist in financial analysis, budgeting and forecasting.
Navigating IRS Collections: Understanding Form 433 & Offer in Compromise
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Online
2.00 Credits
Overview of the IRS collection process and enforcement actions Initial notices, taxpayer rights, and IRS timelines When to use Forms 433-A or 433-B and required documentation Offer in Compromise (OIC): criteria, process, and practical considerations Payment options: installment agreements, partial payment plans, and OIC Advising clients on IRS collections and avoiding penalties Compliance strategies for minimizing tax liabilities Real-world scenarios and examples for tax debt resolution
Crypto, Blockchain and Taxes
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Online
2.00 Credits
Understanding Blockchain and Cryptocurrency Major Features, Benefits and Risks of Blockchain and Cryptocurrency Tax Strategies for Cryptocurrency Transactions and Compliance Implementing Blockchain in Business Accounting Systems Navigating Estate Planning with Digital Assets
K2'S Top Tech Productivity Tips And Tricks
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Online
2.00 Credits
Microsoft 365 tricks and tips Best practices for virtual meetings Productivity-enhancing apps and tools that you should consider using
Practical Ethics and Circular 230 Compliance for CPAs and EAs
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Online
4.00 Credits
Taxpayers' rights and protections Professional oversight in tax practice Navigating Circular 230 complexities Ethical practice before the IRS Preparer roles and responsibilities Compliance with rules on written advice Ensuring client confidentiality Upholding best practices in tax preparation
Comprehensive Estate Planning: Administration & Postmortem Strategies
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Online
8.00 Credits
Introduction to Estate Administration How to Read a last will and testament Understanding the Entities Administration the Estate and Orderly Process The Probate process and the courts Special Issues in Estate Administration Postmortem Issues Regarding Income Taxation of Descendants and Estates Post Mortem Opportunities on the Estate Income Tax Return Available Post Mortem Estate Tax Elections Portability Election Disclaimers
K2's Advanced Excel
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Online
8.00 Credits
Collaboration and security techniques Tables, data models, and PivotTables Advanced formulas Data queries Creating effective visualizations
Thinking Like an Auditor When Preparing Your Financial Statements
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Online
2.00 Credits
Determining an appropriate sense of quantitative and qualitative materiality Identifying the critical components of the financial statements that matter most to financial statement users Evaluating where the financial statements are most likely to contain material fraud and error, and ensuring adequate internal control and monitoring to mitigate those risks
Global Internal Audit Standards (GIAS) Domain III - Part 2
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Online
2.00 Credits
Internal Audit Internal Controls GIAS Institute of Internal Auditors Standards Accounting
Cryptocurrency Transactions: Navigating Federal Tax Rules
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Online
1.00 Credits
Review existing reporting rules Broker reporting requirements and Form 1099-DA Reporting crypto transactions Basis Safe Harbor Illustrative example
International Cross Border Transactions
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Online
2.20 Credits
International cross border transactions. Decrease an entities effective tax rate. IRS audit risk
2025 Mid - Year Tax Update: Planning for Individuals
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Online
4.00 Credits
Legislative changes affecting individual tax planning Income, deduction, and credit planning strategies Form 1040 issues: divorce, death of a taxpayer, and status updates Compensation, fringe benefits, and Social Security updates Foreign reporting, resident alien, and cryptocurrency tax matters Capital gains, Kiddie Tax, and related deductions
Partnership Essentials: Review & Update
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Online
4.00 Credits
Recent legislative, rules and tax developments impacting partnerships and their partners Transfer of partnership interests TCJA §461(l) Excess Business Losses and §163(j) Business Interest Expense Importance of capital accounts Form 1065, Schedules K-1 and M-2 Schedules K-2 and K-3 update Reporting partner capital accounts Effect of the Ceiling Rule Alternative and Remedial Methods Effect on financial capital accounts Tax basis capital accounts
Proper Financial Accounting for S Corporations
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Online
4.00 Credits
Deferred tax accounting for S Corporations S elections and terminations – dealing with deferred taxes Financial accounting for capital stock and retained earnings S corporation shareholders’ equity Tax vs financial accounting for Accumulated Adjustments Account Financial accounting for loans to and from S shareholders
Global Internal Audit Standards (GIAS) Domain IV - Part 1
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Online
2.40 Credits
Internal Audit GIAS Standards Institute of Internal Auditors Accounting Auditing
Auditing For Fraud
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Online
2.00 Credits
Auditing Fraud
The Controller Function - Strategic and Annual Planning
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Online
1.20 Credits
Accounting Finance Auditing
CPAxPACK: Monthly Federal Tax Updates: Stay Informed on Tax!
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Virtual
24.00 Credits
The major topics that will be covered in this course include:Current individual tax issues. Current business entity tax issues. Any current tax legislation occurring during the period. Other issues affecting the profession, including IRS procedure, current cases, payroll, and other federal tax issues.
CPAxPACK: Unlock Power BI with Comprehensive Data Analysis
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Virtual
10.00 Credits
The major topics that will be covered in this course include:All courses in this Pack are presented by Bryan Smith.Course 1: Get started with Power BICPE: 2Description: The course will cover Excel's Power BI tools - Power Pivot, for advanced data modeling, and Power Query, for efficient data transformation and preparation. This segment is essential for understanding how Power BI extends and enhances the data processing and analytical capabilities of Excel. The second section of the course delves into the standalone Power BI tools.Course 2: Clean, transform & load data in Power BICPE: 2Description: This intensive 2-hour course is designed specifically for those aiming to master data management skills in the modern business environment. As data becomes increasingly central to accounting and financial analysis, the ability to effectively manage, clean, and transform this data is critical. This course delves into Microsoft Power Query, a potent tool within Excel and Power BI Desktop, known for its robust data processing capabilities.Course 3: Create measures in Power BI that define your MetricsCPE: 4Description: Starting with the foundational elements of DAX, you'll rapidly progress to tackle advanced formulas and time-intelligent functions, essential for nuanced data analysis. The highlight of the course is the emphasis on the DAX calculation process, a crucial aspect for validating measures in Power BI. Additionally, the practical application of PivotTables for measure validation will equip you with the skills to confirm the accuracy and effectiveness of your data measures. These advanced techniques are not just theoretical concepts but are presented through engaging, real-world scenarios, enabling you to apply your learning immediately to your daily tasks.Course 4: Power BI - Bringing It All Together for Data AnalysisCPE: 2Description: Building on the foundational knowledge from previous courses, this session focuses on the crucial next steps after creating data models and measures, guiding participants on how to fully utilize the potential of these tools to uncover insights and create impactful, actionable visualizations. This course takes a deep dive into the critical aspects of using Power BI to its fullest potential, emphasizing a holistic approach to data analytics. You'll learn how to build a streamlined workflow, ensuring every step in your data journey contributes to actionable insights.
