CPE Catalog & Events
ChatGPT and Complex Financial and HR Conversations
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Virtual
2.00 Credits
The major topics that will be covered in this course include:Complex and nuanced communications related to:Budget Allocation and Negotiation TechniquesCompensation and Benefits StructuringManaging Financial Performance and LayoffsFinancial and HR Aspects of Mergers and AcquisitionsRegulatory Compliance and Ethical Financial PracticesStrategies for Financial Crisis ManagementEffective Performance Management Systems
Tax Depreciation: Review and Update
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Virtual
2.00 Credits
The major topics that will be covered in this class include:Recent tax legislation and developments related to capitalizationEligible property for Section 179 and Section 168(k)Discussion of the Section 179 deduction and its use to depreciate real propertyThe Section 168(k) deduction and its use to depreciate real propertyDisposition of segments of real propertyExchanges of tangible personal property after repeal of the like-kind exchange rulesOther related topics
Noble Leadership: An Ethical Approach
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Virtual
2.00 Credits
The major topics that will be covered in this course include:Leadership DefinitionVirtue EthicsRelationship of Virtue Ethics to LeadershipCharacteristics of the Noble LeaderActions to create a culture of respect and dignity
Side-Hustle CFO
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Virtual
1.00 Credits
The major topics that will be covered in this course include:The systems you need to start your own advisory service.Information on how to package, price and market your business.Transforming accounting knowledge into expertise you can sell.
Data Analytics: Practical Insights for Today's Accountant
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Online
2.00 Credits
Apply new effective tools in business processes Better understand how to use data analytics in public accounting engagements Identify popular software packages that may be useful for accomplishing data analytics
K2's CRM - The Ultimate Business Automation Tool
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Online
2.00 Credits
Overview of CRM functionalities tailored to accounting, including customizations and integrations Integrated tools that leverage CRM data for automating tasks and improving efficiency Strategies for successfully adopting a CRM platform and solutions to overcome common challenges
Depreciation and Capitalization Guide: Optimizing Business Assets
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Online
4.00 Credits
Recent tax legislation, rules and developments related to capitalization and depreciation Capitalization of tangible property, including materials and supplies, building and improvements Small taxpayer safe harbor Section 179, including 2020 inflation adjustment Section 168(k) 100% bonus deduction Late bonus depreciation election Qualified improvement property
Introduction to Forensic Accounting
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Online
1.80 Credits
Forensic Accounting Accounting Auditing Finance
K2's Securing Your Data: Practical Tools For Protecting Information
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Online
4.00 Credits
Understanding today’s cybersecurity risks Identifying major cybersecurity risks Implementing specific steps to reduce risk
Accounting for the Gig Economy
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Online
2.00 Credits
Characteristics unique to the gig economy Independent contractor and employee classification considerations Recordkeeping considerations for independent contractors Accounting and reporting issues for gig economy participants Audit and attestation for clients who participate in the gig economy Tax and regulatory considerations The CPA as a trusted advisor for independent contractors
Preparing to be a Forensic Accountant - Cloud Forensics
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Online
1.40 Credits
Forensic Accounting Accounting Auditing Finance
55th Annual Virginia Accounting & Auditing Conference
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Virtual
17.00 Credits
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
Build Better Budgets: Fundamental Techniques
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Virtual
2.00 Credits
The major topics that will be covered in this course include:Advantages of budgetingThe role of budgetingMaster budgetingFlexible budgetingStandards and variancesCapital budgeting
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
COSO's Internal Control Framework Essentials
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Virtual
3.50 Credits
Components and principles of internal control Concepts associated with the COSO framework Management responsibilities versus auditor responsibilities Common significant accounting processes Tools and techniques used for internal control documentation
Surgent's Understanding and Testing Control and Compliance in a Single Audit
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Virtual
4.00 Credits
The essential internal control concepts applied in a single audit How the auditor obtains an understanding of controls over compliance and then tests the effectiveness of those controls in a single audit How the auditor plans and performs tests of compliance in a single audit The identification and reporting of control and compliance findings
Surgent's Update on Recent AICPA Standard Setting: Staying Current in a Changing Environment
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Virtual
4.00 Credits
AICPA hot topics and standard setting initiatives Discussion of suite of nine integrated SASs effective for years ended December 31, 2021 Discussion of the standard on audit evidence effective for years ended December 31, 2022 Discussion of the standard on auditing accounting estimates and disclosures effective as of December 31, 2023 Discussion of the two standards on use of specialists and information from a pricing service, and the newly updated risk assessment standard effective for years ended December 31, 2023 Discussion of standards that are effective beginning in 2025, including those dealing with client acceptance and questions asked of the predecessor auditor, the partner’s responsibility for engagement quality, group audits, conforming changes to compliance auditing, and more
Implementing and Maintaining an Internal Control System
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Virtual
8.00 Credits
The major topics covered in this course include:Control creation and implementation basicsImplementation and update procedures for an Internal Control systemMaintaining existing internal controls
Surgent's Business Law Essentials for Practitioners and Controllers
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Virtual
8.00 Credits
Contract principles Partnerships and limited liability entities Legal issues related to various types of business organizations Worker classification Employee rights and the duties of employers Intellectual property Real property law Bankruptcy basics Environmental Law Merger basics
