CPE Catalog & Events
Surgent's Taking Advantage of Like-Kind Exchanges
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Virtual
2.00 Credits
Understanding the history of IRC Sec 1031 Who does and does not qualify for utilizing the like-kind provisions Which properties do and do not qualify for like-kind exchanges The differences between a “dealer” and a “non-dealer” regarding like-kind exchanges How to complete a like-kind exchange The different types of like-kind exchanges The definition of “boot” and how it applies to like-kind exchanges Rules concerning Revenue Ruling 72-456, and Form 8824
Unlock the Power of AI with Copilot in Excel
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Virtual
2.00 Credits
The major topics that will be covered in this course include:Introduction to Copilot in ExcelAutomating Tasks and Enhancing ProductivityAdvanced Data Insights with Copilot
Global Internal Audit Standards (GIAS) Domain III - Part 1
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Online
2.50 Credits
Internal Audit GIAS IPPF Standards Accounting Internal Controls
AI Prompt Engineering Masterclass for Accountants
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Virtual
2.00 Credits
The major topics that will be covered in this course include:Introduction to Prompt Engineering: Basics of structuring effective prompts for meaningful AI responses.Understanding AI's "Lazy" Defaults: Why LLMs provide basic answers and how to push them to deliver richer insights.Multi-Layered Prompting: Techniques to encourage AI to provide responses across beginner to expert levels.Candid and Contrarian Responses: Using prompts that elicit honest and balanced insights, even on controversial topics.Ripple Effect and Cobra Effect: Probing the broader impacts and unintended consequences of financial decisions.Avoid Stupidity Checklist: A practical prompt for reducing mistakes in AI-assisted accounting tasks.Role-Based Perspective Prompts: Crafting prompts that guide AI to respond from specific professional viewpoints.Automation Ideas: Leveraging AI to optimize repetitive accounting tasks.Emotion-Driven Prompting: Exploring how emotion-focused prompts can enhance AI performance and engagement.Practical Applications in Accounting: How to apply prompt engineering in real-world financial analysis and decision-making.
The Ethic of Recruitment and Selection
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Virtual
2.00 Credits
The major topics covered in this course include:Discussion of ethical and effective recruiting strategiesSelection processes that foster diversity and inclusionHow to increase talent pools to ensure hiring success
SAS 145 - Risk Assessment
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Online
1.00 Credits
SAS 145 Yellowbook Auditing
Everyday Ethics: Ethics is Everywhere, All the Time! featuring Richard A. Karwic and Don Minges
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Online
1.00 Credits
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.
The Preparation of Forms 706 and 709 - Understanding the Law
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Online
3.00 Credits
Legal framework of estate and gift taxation IRS regulations and compliance requirements Portability, lifetime exemption, and tax minimization strategies Case law and IRS rulings affecting estate and gift tax planning Postmortem estate planning considerations Common legal pitfalls and how to avoid them Legislative updates and policy changes from the new administration
The SECURE Act 2.0 - Planning Opportunities for Individuals
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Online
1.20 Credits
Implications for individuals: Changes to the Saver’s Credit Changing the required minimum distribution rules for Roth 401(k)s Changes to required beginning dates for required minimum distributions of retirement plans. Penalty-Free Withdrawals for Certain Emergency Expenses Special provisions for firefighters and military personnel spouses Increases in catch-up contributions Impact on 529 plans Opportunities for student loan payment matching
Common Peer Review Deficiencies and How to Avoid Them
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Online
2.00 Credits
Defiicencies Peer reviews Auditing
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?
K2's Small Business Internal Controls, Security, and Fraud Prevention and Detection
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Online
8.00 Credits
Common challenges associated with implementing appropriate internal controls in small business environments Fraud in small business environments Internal control options in small business accounting software Understanding the need for application controls and general controls
Written Information Security Plans
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Online
1.00 Credits
Introduction to the Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act and its impact on data security Circular 230 compliance and due diligence for practitioners AICPA Statements of Standards relevant to WISP requirements Key components of a Written Information Security Plan Training requirements for employees, staff, and contractors Practical guidance for drafting and implementing a WISP FTC enforcement of data security standards for PTIN holders Best practices for maintaining and updating WISP compliance
1065 - Understanding Partnerships Tax Returns
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Online
2.00 Credits
Partnership taxation Different types of partnerships Tax obligations of partners Role of the partnership agreement in tax reporting Filing deadlines of Form 1065
Annual Update on the 2024 Revised Uniform Guidance And Time & Effort Reporting
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Online
2.00 Credits
The definitions in 2 CFR 200.1 are the building blocks of the regulation and so we will provide you the impactful revisions to the citation language This session will provide you the precise wording changes, showing parts that were changed or new requirements that were added We will discuss universal wording changes as well as the effective date for implementation We will discuss impactful changes and how it will affect compliance The session will cover a new requirement for whistle blower protection We will discuss a unique insight of how time reporting is a claim and how claims can have detrimental consequences if not aware What should an organization do if they did not keep time records for a grant A "war" story when a university did not take the time reporting requirements seriously
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)
Leveraging Marketing Automation for Accounting Firm Growth
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Virtual
1.00 Credits
The major topics that will be covered in this course include:Content - From generating content ideas to SEO research and creating content through its distribution we will look at tools to accomplish these goals efficiently and effectively.Lead Generation - Tools to determine the best offers and get them in front of the appropriate audiences.Lead Nurturing - Once you have a prospective client "raise their hand" virtually or physically, it is critical to design and implement campaigns and other tactics to keep them engaged and move them closer to being a client. We will cover this i-depth during the course.Sales - After you have a prospect ready to get to the next phase of the purchase journey, it is imperative to answer objections, explain the process of working with your firm and then close the sale. These tools will allow you to do this without an entire sales team!Onboarding - Once the prospect becomes a client leverage automation to make onboarding seamless, systematic and simple for your team.Referrals and Reviews - Instead of chasing clients for reviews or case studies, consider baking the ask right into your current or automated processes. This course will show you how!
Deep Dive into Quality Management
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Online
2.00 Credits
SQMS 1 and 2 Auditing Yellowbook
Finding Errors in Excel Spreadsheets
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Virtual
2.00 Credits
The major topics that will be covered in this class include:Understanding Common Excel Errors: Gain insights into the most common types of errors encountered in Excel, including formula errors, reference errors, and logic errors.Advanced Formulas and Functions: Learn to use advanced Excel functions and formulas that are crucial for error detection and data analysis.Data Validation Techniques: Master the art of data validation to prevent errors before they occur. This includes setting up data validation rules and using conditional formatting to highlight potential inaccuracies.Error Tracing and Auditing Tools: Delve into Excel's auditing tools to trace and fix errors. Learn to use Trace Precedents, Trace Dependents, and the Error Checking tool effectively.
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
