CPE Catalog & Events
All About Fraud - Examples, Prevention and Auditing
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Virtual
4.00 Credits
The major topics that will be covered in this course include:2026 Report to the Nations issued by the Association of Certified Fraud Examiner.Practical approaches organizations use to prevent and deter fraud, highlighting controls, policies, and cultural factors that can reduce fraud risk.Recent fraud cases reported in the news to reinforce how these schemes manifest in real-world settings.Discussion of the auditor's responsibilities related to fraud under AU-C 240, including an overview of proposed changes to the fraud standards and what they may mean for future audit engagements.
AICPA's Annual Federal Tax Update
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Virtual
7.00 Credits
Inflation adjustments IRS administrative issues, compliance, and new forms Court cases settled in the last year that provide tax return guidance IRS rulings, procedures, and notices for the last year New, updated, and expiring tax deductions and credits Legislative and regulatory updates affecting tax practitioners Tax matters affecting individuals, C corporations, partnerships, S corporations, estates, and trusts
Finance and Innovation: Reinvent Your Organization and Dept.
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Virtual
8.00 Credits
The major topics that will be covered in this course include:What is innovation?The different forms of innovation, e.g., sustaining and disruptive.The five discovery skills needed to be innovative?The value of why we need to find ways to say, “Yes!” How to change your processes, rules and departments to be more innovative? Lessons learned from innovative businesses with examples.How does innovation happen and how to make innovation stick?The need to improvise and embrace broad experiences.
Untying the Knot: Taxes & Divorce
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Virtual
8.00 Credits
The major topics that will be covered in this course include:Filing Status: Determining the correct filing status during and after divorce.Qualified Domestic Relations Orders (QDROs): Tax implications of dividing retirement accounts.Back Taxes: Strategies for addressing unpaid tax liabilities during and after divorce.Offers-in-Compromise & Installment Agreements: Resolving tax debts with the IRS.Currently-Not-Collectible Status: Understanding when and how to use this option.Innocent Spouse & Injured Spouse Relief: Protecting clients from unfair tax liabilities.Lien Discharges & Subordinations: Managing IRS liens on property during divorce.Reasonable Compensation: Evaluating fair compensation in divorce-related business valuations.Case Studies: Explore unusual and complex tax issues in divorce through real-world examples.
Agentic AI for CPAs: Automate Workflows with Intelligence
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Virtual
2.00 Credits
The major topics that will be covered in this course include:Introduction to Agentic AI concepts and terminologyCase studies for using AI agents in accounting, finance, and tax servicesStep by step demonstration of creating and deploying an AI agentIntroduction to Microsoft Copilot Studio agent builderDeveloping your AI agent deployment strategy
Beyond the Basics: Financial Ratios You Might Be Overlooking
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Virtual
1.00 Credits
The major topics that will be covered in this course include:Understanding Cost Behavior and Its Impact on Decision-MakingContribution Margin and Break-Even AnalysisMargin of Safety and Its Role in Risk ManagementOperating Leverage and Financial SensitivityAnalyzing Asset Turnover for Operational EfficiencyCash Conversion Cycle and Working Capital InsightsFree Cash Flow Yield as a Valuation Tool
AI & Accounting in Retail
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Virtual
2.00 Credits
The major topics that will be covered in this course include:AI-powered personalization and its impact on revenue recognitionDynamic pricing models and tax compliance risksAI in demand forecasting, inventory valuation, and COGS calculationsIntegration challenges with ERP and POS systemsGovernance, ethics, and auditability of AI decisionsData quality, audit trails, and regulatory documentationAI-assisted fraud detection, financial controls, and oversight
Corporate Finance Technology Selection: Practical Frameworks
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Virtual
1.00 Credits
The major topics that will be covered in this course include:The changing finance technology landscape: continuous processing, modular ecosystems, automated controls, and real-time visibility (and the risks these shifts introduce)Technology trends and “AI” definitions: automation vs. machine learning vs. generative AI vs. agentic AI—what each means for governance and auditabilityFive common challenges in finance tech projects and how to address them:Cutting through vendor claims and AI hypeIntegration complexity and hidden costsChange management and proving ROIData quality readiness for AI and automationRisk, security, and governanceVendor Evaluation Scorecard: 20 criteria across five categories, including control “deal-breakers” (audit trails, segregation of duties, logging, SOC reporting, error handling)Five-Year Total Cost Framework: software, implementation, data migration/cleanup, integration build & maintenance, internal costs, training, and ongoing operations (plus common underestimates)Industry-specific considerations (manufacturing, distribution/wholesale, SaaS/tech, professional services)Four-phase implementation roadmap with checkpoints and red flags: Assessment & Planning; Selection & Negotiation; Implementation & Testing; Optimization & Ongoing GovernanceWorking with external advisers (CPA/auditor involvement, implementation partner expectations, and common deficiencies to avoid)
S Corporations: Calculating Shareholder Basis
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Virtual
2.00 Credits
The major topics that will be covered in this course include:Discuss the calculation of basis when the entity is formed including the impact of contributed propertyExplain the importance of shareholder loans to the entityUses a comprehensive example to illustrate the mechanics of the basis determination processSchedule K-1 Basis and Form 7203Discuss how basis is impacted by distributions of corporation propertyExplain how basis is impacted by sale/or liquidation of the S corporation interestDiscuss how S corporation losses impact Form 1040 Schedule E reportingShow how to get from the Schedule K-1 information to the basis calculations
How to Audit Cash
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Virtual
2.00 Credits
The major topics that will be covered in this course include:Auditing CashAudit assertions, risks, and threats to the cash balanceAuditing procedures to perform
Google Gemini Deep Dive Hands-on Bootcamp for CPAs
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Virtual
2.00 Credits
The major topics that will be covered in this course include:Getting started with GeminiTour of the Gemini app and how to use itVariety of hands-on case study examples for accounting, finance, and taxProtecting your data privacy in Google GeminiAdvanced Gemini features reviewIntegration with Google appsSubscription plan option
Hot Topics Audit & Attest Update - 2026
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Virtual
2.00 Credits
The major topics that will be covered in this course include:The major topics that will be covered in this course include:Recent quality improvements to the SASs and SSARsOther matters that should be on your radar
Leveraging ChatGPT for Innovative Business Advisory Services
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Virtual
2.00 Credits
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
Internal Controls Over Compliance vs Compliance
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Virtual
1.00 Credits
The major topics that will be covered in this course include:Testing internal ControlsAlign internal controls with specific compliance requirementsThe misidentification of controls and the confusion between compliance and control processes
Retaining Top Talent: Strategies for CPA Firms
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Virtual
1.00 Credits
To purchase the report referenced in this presentation, or any of the research papers published by CPA Crossings, visit https://www.cpacrossings.com/research. The major topics that will be covered in this course include: The true cost of turnover versus retention investment Research findings on why professionals leave or stay Whole-person retention strategies beyond compensation Work-life balance solutions that maintain productivity Career development paths for non-partner track professionals Business model transformations for sustainable staffing Technology and outsourcing strategies to reduce burnout Retention strategies specific to diverse talent and younger professionals
Unlocking Deep Secrets: Case Studies in Financial Analysis
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Virtual
2.00 Credits
The major topics that will be covered in this course include:Overview of financial statement analysisThe impact of GAAP on financial analysisOverview of the Balance SheetOverview of the Income StatementThe importance of the Statement of Cash FlowsCommon Size AnalysisTrend AnalysisProfitability Ratio AnalysisLiquidity Ratio AnalysisSolvency Ratio Analysis
Financial & Tax Accounting for S Corporations & Partnerships
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Virtual
8.00 Credits
The major topics that will be covered in this class include:Review the Accounting Standards Codification, OCBOA/Special Purpose Frameworks, and AICPA financial reporting framework and their application to partnerships, LLCs and S corporationsFinancial accounting issues arising from changes in ownershipFinancial vs. tax accounting for partnership/LLC capital accountsSection 704(b) substantial economic effect rules and their relation to financial accountingThe integration of financial accounting with Forms 1065 and 1120SFinancial accounting basis for ownership interests vs. tax accounting basis for ownership interestsDeferred tax accounting for partnerships/LLCs and S corporationsFinancial accounting for the operations of a partnership/LLCFinancial accounting impact of the C to S election and the S to C electionFinancial and tax accounting for S corporation shareholder equity and partner capital accountsFinancial vs. tax accounting for loans to and from S corporations and their shareholders
Accounting & Attestation for ESG
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Virtual
2.00 Credits
The major topics that will be covered in this course include:Current ESG-related initiatives and projects underway at the Financial Accounting Standards Board, Governmental Accounting Standards Board, and the AICPA. Types of services CPAs may provide in connection with ESG reporting, including advisory and attestation engagements.
Professional Ethical Considerations for CPAs
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Virtual
2.00 Credits
The major topics that will be covered in this course include:Core principles of any Code of Professional Conduct applicable to all CPAs, including conflicts of interest, preparing and reporting information, competence, confidential information, and moreThe importance of maintaining independence for CPAs in public practice, especially when also performing nonattest services for the attest client Comparing and contrasting various ethical standards, including those promulgated by the AICPA, PCAOB, and international bodies
Adobe Acrobat Tips for Working with PDF Files
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Virtual
2.00 Credits
The major topics that will be covered in this class include:Review of all that Adobe Acrobat has to offerOrganizing your PDFs with bookmarks, links, file attachments and moreFormatting the presentation of PDFs with headers, footers and watermarksCreating and processing fillable formsProcessing documents for e-signatureTips for converting email messages, documents and spreadsheets into PDF formatCombining multiple PDF files into a single binder Utilizing the security features of Adobe Acrobat to protect document confidentiality
