CPE Catalog & Events
Cryptocurrencies for the CFO: Explaining Blockchain
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Online
2.00 Credits
What is money? What are digital assets? Understanding the what, why, and how of cryptocurrencies Understanding the what, why, and how of blockchain NFT’s (Non-Fungible Tokens), their role and impact Explaining the crypto language
Mastering Microsoft 365 Copilot for CPAs
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Virtual
2.00 Credits
The major topics that will be covered in this course include:Overview of Microsoft 365 Copilot featuresAutomating tasks with AI assistanceEnhancing content creation and data analysisCollaboration tools powered by AIBest practices for maximizing Copilot's benefits
Leadershift: Drive Results Through Ethical Performance Mgmnt
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Virtual
4.00 Credits
The major topics that will be covered in this course include:How Inspirational leadership is the foundation that ethically drives results.Simplify the complex: Walk through the Results Model and discover practical how-to examples of execution.Hacks for getting great results with specific examples you can leverage in your business:The How: Empower your people to feel like an owner, managing difficult conversations well, leading with empathy and what that looks like, how it should feel, motivational coaching techniques to get your employee relationships back on track, and unleashing the power of appreciation and gratitude.The What: Powerful score-carding, transformational goal-setting conversations, and positive accountable follow- up.
2025 Annual Update for Governments and Not-for-Profits
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Online
7.00 Credits
Not for Profit Governmental Auditing & Accounting Yellowbook
K2's Accountant's Guide To QuickBooks Online
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Online
8.00 Credits
Understanding your QBO subscription and licensing options Recording routine and non-routine transactions in QBO Importing and exporting data to/from QBO Creating effective reports Describing the process for integrating third-party applications with QBO Troubleshooting issues with QBO reports and data
Keeping Up with the FASB
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Virtual
2.00 Credits
The major topics covered in this class include:Review of current items on the FASB agendaDiscuss the new revenue recognition standardProvide an update on the new lease accounting standardAddress U.S. GAAP alternatives for certain entities
Mastering The Three Pillars of Cybersecurity: Exploring the Technology Pillar
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Online
1.00 Credits
Technology Cybersecurity
Business Partnerships: Managing Supplier Relationships
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Virtual
1.00 Credits
The major topics that will be covered in this course include:Overview of supplier contractsCase studies of successful and not-so-successful supplier relationshipsRisk potentials
S Corporations: How to Calculate Shareholder Basis
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Online
2.00 Credits
Discuss the calculation of basis when the entity is formed including the impact of contributed property Explain the importance of shareholder loans to the entity Uses a comprehensive example to illustrate the mechanics of the basis determination process Discuss how basis is impacted by distributions of corporation property and sale/or liquidation of the S corporation interest Explain how S corporation losses impact Form 1040 Schedule E reporting Show how to get from the Schedule K-1 information to the basis calculations
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.
Surgent's Exploring Client Advisory Services: Tax Due Dates and Penalties/Where Do I Need To File?
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Virtual
2.00 Credits
Estimated taxes and deadlines Tax due dates for common returns and filings Potential penalties and interest Information return penalties Penalties applicable to pass-through entities Accuracy-related penalties First-time abatement (FTA) FTA eligible returns Reasonable cause Nexus: sales tax vs. income tax Sales tax nexus with state specific examples Remote work and sales tax nexus Income tax nexus with state-specific examples Remote work and income tax nexus Sales factor: throwback rules
Surgent's Guide to Understanding the At-Risk Basis Rules and Forms 6198 and 7203
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Virtual
2.00 Credits
Basis and at-risk basis How to calculate the amount of annual at-risk basis Forms 6198 and 7203 When activities may be aggregated for at-risk purposes Qualified nonrecourse financing
Ethics: 10 Crucial Qualities of High Character CPAs
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Virtual
2.00 Credits
The major topics covered in this class include:Discover why the ten crucial qualities of high-character CPAs are essential to your successLearn how to evaluate these qualities in job candidates and why you must do so
Ethics and Civility in the Workplace
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Virtual
2.00 Credits
The major topics that will be covered in this course include:What is civility and how it is tied to the bottom line?Principles of CivilityGiving the Benefit of the DoubtInclusivityCommunication Review of ethical values and principles with an emphasis on:RespectCourageCompassionHonor Accountability
Surgent's Six Common Barriers to Investment Success
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Virtual
2.00 Credits
Availability bias Herding Loss aversion Present bias Anchoring Home country bias
Forensic Accounting: Investigating Divorce Cases
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Virtual
4.00 Credits
The major topics that will be covered in this course include:The role of a forensic accountant in divorce proceedingsThe marketing of forensic accounting services to family law attorneysHow to conduct a financial investigationCommon areas to uncover hidden assets or incomeThe basic calculations in evaluating marital assetsTestifying in depositions and divorce court
Internal Control Changes for Remote Workers
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Virtual
2.00 Credits
The major topics covered in this course include:The benefits and pitfalls of remote employees.How to maximize the value provided by distance workers.Policies, procedures, and control measures designed for a more geographically dispersed workforce.
Eight Biggest Threats to your business and introducing Three Pillars of Cybersecurity
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Online
1.00 Credits
Technology Cybersecurity
Securing Your Data with a Password Management App - Updated
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Virtual
2.00 Credits
The major topics covered in this course include:Introduction to the world of password management apps and what makes them so secureReview and demonstration of top selling password management appsSoftware features that will be reviewedPassword generationEmergency user accessEntity vs. individual password managementDesktop vs. cloud basedMulti device synchronizationPII (personally identifiable information) forms fillerCredit card storageDigital data vault
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
