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Introduction to Ethics & Professional Skepticism

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Virtual

2.00 Credits

The major topics that will be covered in this course include:The Code of Ethics for Professional Accountants.The pressures, opportunities, and rationalizations that lead to instances of fraud. Interactive examples to illustrate various scenarios of noncompliance during engagements. 

Surgent's Reducing a Business Owner Client’s Exposure to Social Security and Self-Employment Taxes

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Virtual

2.00 Credits

Section 1402(a)(1) exclusions from the definition of self-employment income Application of the SE tax to members of limited liability companies Taking a self-employed owner's health insurance deductions against self-employment tax How using the S corporation and the MMLLC treated as a partnership can help reduce an individual's exposure to self-employment tax How hiring a spouse and/or child helps reduce self-employment tax Differentiating between income treated as self- employment income and income that is not self-employment income

Surgent's Schedules K-2 and K-3: Filing Requirements

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Virtual

2.00 Credits

IRS goals in requiring these schedules Detailed discussion of the domestic filing exception for 2023 tax year Filing requirements and exceptions for every part of Schedules K-2 and K-3 Examples based on client situations encountered in practice

Surgent's Preparation and Compilation Engagements Under the SSARS

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Virtual

4.00 Credits

Relevant sections of SSARS No. 21, Clarification and Recodification SSARS No. 21, Clarification and Recodification, and updates to SSARS No. 21 due to the issuance of SSARS No. 23, Omnibus Statement on Standards for Accounting and Review Services SSARS No. 22, Compilation of Pro Forma Financial Information SSARS No. 24, Omnibus Statement on Standards for Accounting and Review Services – 2018 SSARS No. 26, Quality Management for an Engagement Conducted in Accordance With Statements on Standards for Accounting and Review Services Proposed changes to the SSARS guidance Comprehensive sample engagement work programs for preparation and compilation engagements Prescribed form, specified line item, pro forma, and other engagement variations Complete illustrations of relevant engagement letters, reporting and other required communications for preparation and compilation engagements

Surgent's Successful Communication

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Virtual

0.00 Credits

The communication process and barriers that get in the way Techniques for overcoming barriers Understanding and self-assessment of each component of the communication process Gaining skills to listen more effectively, especially in stressful situations with heightened emotions Action plan to apply techniques in the workplace for communication success

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.

AHI: Accounting Data Analytics

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Virtual

2.00 Credits

Accounting Data Analytics

Surgent's Guide and Update to Compilations, Reviews, and Preparations

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Virtual

4.00 Credits

SSARS No. 21, Clarification and Recodification, and updates to SSARS No. 21 due to the issuance of SSARS No. 23, Omnibus Statement on Standards for Accounting and Review Services SSARS No. 22, Compilation of Pro Forma Financial Information SSARS No. 24, Omnibus Statement on Standards for Accounting and Review Services – 2018 SSARS No. 25, Materiality in a Review of Financial Statements and Adverse Conclusions SSARS No. 26, Quality Management for an Engagement Conducted in Accordance with Statements on Standards for Accounting and Review Services SSARS No. 27, Applicability of AR-C Section 70 to Financial Statements Prepared as Part of a Consulting Services Engagement Sample comprehensive engagement work programs for preparation, compilation, and review engagements

Surgent's Select Estate and Life Planning Issues for the Middle-Income Client

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Virtual

4.00 Credits

Changes to the lifetime estate tax exemption in light of proposed regulations More than 20 documents that should be reviewed that are neither a will nor trust Provisions you need in a will Trusts and other arrangements for children Durable powers of attorney for healthcare and for financial matters Realistic retirement goals Developments relative to estate tax, and the implications for planning

ACPEN: Identifying and Implementing the Proper Balance of Internal Controls

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Online

2.00 Credits

Introduction to identifying and implementing the proper balance of internal controls Concepts, myths and facts of internal controls Risks vs controls Typical control types Understanding controls and why they fail Framework for controls identification

Don Farmer's Hot Assets & IRC 751: Avoiding Surprises on Partnership Sales

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Virtual

2.00 Credits

Overview of Partnership Interest Sales * General rule under IRC S741 * Capital asset treatment of partnership interests * Interaction with Subchapter K principles Definition and Scope of Hot Assets (IRC S751) * Unrealized receivables o Depreciation recapture (S1245 and S1250) o Accounts receivable for cash-basis partnerships o Ordinary income recapture items * Inventory items o Substantially appreciated inventory o Determining fair market value Mechanics of S751 Recharacterization * Allocation of gain between capital and ordinary income * Determining a partner's share of S751 property * Impact of inside vs. outside basis * Effect of liabilities under IRC S752 Distributions and S751(b) * Disproportionate distributions * Exchanges of hot assets for other property * Ordinary income recognition in rebalancing transactions Reporting and Compliance Considerations * Form 4797 and Schedule D implications * Partnership reporting responsibilities * Disclosure considerations * Documentation and valuation challenges Planning Considerations and Risk Management * Transaction structuring strategies * Timing considerations * Due diligence in partnership interest acquisitions * Common practitioner errors and audit risk areas

Microsoft Copilot 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 Microsoft CopilotTour of the Copilot app and how to use itVariety of hands-on case study examples for accounting, finance and taxProtecting your data privacy in Microsoft CopilotAdvanced Microsoft Copilot features reviewIntegration with Microsoft 365 apps 

Hot Topics Accounting Update - 2026

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Virtual

2.00 Credits

The major topics that will be covered in this course include:New accounting standards.The impact on Financial Reporting.Hot topics in financial reporting.Current and emerging US GAAP requirements.

AHI: AI for Accountants - Practical Applications

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Virtual

2.00 Credits

AI in Accounting and Auditing

Advanced Excel for Staff - Build Reports and Analyze Data

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Virtual

2.00 Credits

The major topics that will be covered in this course include:Building Reports Workflow: Understand the steps for creating professional and functional reports.Gather and Organize Data: Learn best practices for compiling and cleaning data for accurate analysis.Set Calculations and Key Metrics: Apply formulas and functions to calculate meaningful insights. Format and Structure Report: Use formatting tools to create visually appealing and structured reports.Review and Validate: Verify data accuracy and troubleshoot potential errors.Share the Report: Learn methods for distributing reports effectively within your organization.

ACPEN: Leases Accounting under Topic 842 – Answers to FAQ After Implementation

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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 

Entertainment, Meals & Travel Expenses: Review and Update

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Virtual

2.00 Credits

The major topics that will be covered in this class include:Definition of what qualifies as an entertainment expenseStrategies to deduct business entertainment expensesDeductibility of mealsSituations not subject to the 50% meals and entertainment reductionHow to handle automobile issues related to employer-provided parkingProper accounting for deductible vs. non-deductible expendituresThe four steps to analyze business expensesThe latest federal legislation, cases and rulings

The Future of Audit: Technology, Talent & Transformation

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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: Explore AI, blockchain, and data analytics impact on audits Address talent crisis through retention and upskilling strategies Navigate PCAOB standards and regulatory sandbox concepts Expand audits to include ESG and nonfinancial metrics Implement technology solutions for firms of all sizes

ACPEN: IRS Cybersecurity Checklist

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Online

2.00 Credits

Defining Cybersecurity and Cyber Risks Implications of Cybercrime Cyber Attack Trends Landscape of Cyberattacks Laws and Regulations Security Standards and Frameworks Cybersecurity Roadmap

Volume to Value: A New Era of Precision Hiring in Accounting

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Virtual

1.00 Credits

The major topics that will be covered in this course include:The shift from volume to precision hiringWhy firms are moving to targeted, competency-based hiringTalent market impacts and competitive hiring realitiesAI in recruiting: practical use cases and implicationsWhere AI tools commonly support hiring workflowsBenefits and limitations of AI-enabled screening and assessmentThe skills mismatch in accounting hiringWhy critical thinking and professional communication gaps persistWhy traditional hiring methods miss these competenciesThe new competency hierarchy for high performersDefining and prioritizing the competencies that drive resultsAI ethics awareness and professional judgment in an AI-enabled workplaceAssessment methods for precision hiringStructured behavioral interviewing and scoring rubricsWork simulations, case presentations, and client scenariosUsing AI-enabled assessments responsibly and consistentlyMetrics and ROI: evaluating successQuality-of-hire measures (performance, ramp time, manager satisfaction)Retention and turnover measuresEfficiency measures (time-to-fill, cost-to-fill) and how to balance themImplementation roadmapA phased approach to adopting precision hiring (foundation → expansion → optimization)– Building governance, documentation, and consistency for scalability