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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 Key Partnership and S Corporation Tax Planning Strategies

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Virtual

4.00 Credits

Timely coverage of breaking tax legislation Tax consequences of retiring partners seeking liquidating distributions/redemptions and S corporation shareholders seeking the redemption of their shares At-risk and passive activity loss considerations Basis planning Related party transactions: making them work Income splitting and shifting with family can create considerable benefits Sale of ownership interest and NIIT considerations

Conducting a Remote Audit

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Virtual

4.00 Credits

Benefits of remote auditing How to manage the team, the client, and the audit process remotely Engagement-wide procedures, from client acceptance through report issuance when remote auditing Narrow-topic considerations when remote auditing

Construction Contractors: Non-Revenue and Non-Lease Accounting Considerations

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Virtual

4.00 Credits

Types of contractors Non-revenue GAAP accounting for contractors Contractor financial statements Sureties and their place in the construction relationship

Surgent's Partnership and LLC Core Tax Issues From Formation Through Liquidation

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Virtual

8.00 Credits

Reporting requirements for Schedules K-2 and K-3 Capital account reporting requirements Schedule K-1 reporting for §743 adjustments Schedule K-1 reporting for §704 gains and losses Comprehensive case on partnership/partner application of the business interest deduction Section 704(b) basis versus tax basis for capital accounts Detailed rules of §704 for preventing the shifting of tax consequences among partners or members Unreasonable uses of the traditional and curative allocation methods Layers of §704(c) allocations Treatment of recourse versus nonrecourse debt basis How to calculate basis limitations and the implications on each partner’s own tax return How §179 limitations affect partnership/LLC basis Regulations for handling basis step-ups under §754 elections and mandatory adjustments under §743 and §734 for partnerships that have not made a §754 election Subsequent contributions of property with §754 adjusted basis to another partnership or corporation Capital account adjustments in connection with admission of new members Special allocations and substantial economic effect LLCs and self-employment tax to members Distributions – current or liquidating, cash or property, and the substituted basis rule Termination and liquidation of an LLC

ACPEN: Before You Let Them Go: A Whole Brain Approach to Helping Team Members with ADHD Thrive in Your Organization

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Online

1.00 Credits

Creative Thinking Productivity Neurodiversity Inclusion Employee Retention

ACPEN: Communicating in a Virtual and Live Environment – Numbers Matter But So Do Words

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Online

2.00 Credits

Tackling the emotions of presenting Use of visuals in presentations Telling stories Who is your audience and why is it crucial? Defining presentations in a virtual and live world dynamic Discuss the overarching themes of effective presentations Building out a presentation with a roadmap order Discuss the types of presentations, including the good and the bad Tips on the right considerations in being effective in virtual presentations

ACPEN: Independence Requirements for Auditors

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Online

2.00 Credits

AICPA Code of Professional Conduct independence requirements Core independence principles for CPAs in public practice Common independence risk areas PEEC ethics interpretations affecting independence Real-world application of independence guidance Practical compliance and implementation strategies Independence considerations in attest engagements  

Integrate ChatGPT into Your Client Advisory Services-Updated

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Virtual

2.00 Credits

The major topics covered in this course include:ChatGPT and generative AI technology primerBuilding your generative AI vocabularyDig deeper into your engagement research to develop a higher quality advisory servicePolish your client reporting with the help of ChatGPTDeveloping your ChatGPT client advisory servicesStart with client education. You don’t need to be a technical expert to be an educatorUse AI to help your clients automate their workflows / business processesBuild better spreadsheets with ChatGPT and ExcelHelp your clients identify, evaluate and select applications for their business

Surgent's Marijuana: A Generalized Business Viewpoint

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Virtual

1.00 Credits

An overview of current state and federal laws governing marijuana A review of state boards of accountancy regarding marijuana How some financial professionals are capitalizing on the marijuana industry Providing auditing and tax services within the marijuana industry How accountants and other financial professionals can manage risk within this industry IRC Section 280E’s prohibition of deductions involving controlled substances A summary of various state taxation laws on marijuana Ethical issues for accountants who work in the marijuana industry Relevant banking regulations Growth projections

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 Understanding S Corporation Taxation: Compensation Issues and Entity-Level Taxes

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Virtual

2.00 Credits

Reasonable compensation Fringe benefits for S corporation shareholders Built-in gains tax Excess passive income tax Notice 2020-75: PTE elections

Surgent's Avoiding Deficiencies in Peer Reviews: Focus on Engagement Quality

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Virtual

4.00 Credits

AICPA’s Enhancing Audit Quality initiative Recent revisions to Quality Management standards Feedback from peer reviews, including areas driving deficiencies in audit Elements of an effective risk assessment and how to link to audit procedures performed Understanding internal controls and making the decision whether or not to test them Best practices in documentation

ACPEN: 2026 Spring Tax Update for Business with Steve Dilley

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Online

4.00 Credits

Recent legislative developments, cases and rulings impacting various business entity taxpayers Review of OBBBA changes impacting small businesses Business income, deductions and credits Section 174: Research and Experimentation Deduction update Form 1099-K reporting Depreciation update: Section 179 and 168(k) S Corporation and partnership update, including Schedule K-1

ACPEN: Unlocking the Value: IRS Tax Credits for Businesses & Individuals

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Online

4.00 Credits

Overview of federal tax credits Refundable vs. nonrefundable credits Individual tax credits Business tax credits Eligibility requirements for tax credits Documentation and substantiation standards Recent legislation and IRS guidance affecting credits Planning considerations when evaluating tax credits Audit risks and compliance issues

AI Lessons Learned for Accountants

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Virtual

2.00 Credits

The major topics that will be covered in this course include:Introduction to AI R&D in Accounting: Why internal AI research is essential for modern firms.Theory to Practice: Moving quickly from speculative AI concepts to actionable strategies.Managing Exponential Change: Understanding the urgency of adapting to AI’s rapid evolution.Proactive AI Engagement: Conducting in-house AI benchmarks, research, and hackathons.The Dual Role in AI Development: Balancing innovation with data security and ethical responsibilities.Internal AI Tools Creation: Encouraging accountants to develop AI solutions tailored to their needs.Data Security and Cyber Threats: Addressing AI-enabled cybercrime and protecting against internal risks.Mitigating AI Misuse: Recognizing abuse patterns and implementing safe practices.Challenges in AI Integration: Handling resistance, management concerns, and rapid technological shifts.Continuous Learning and Adaptation: Building a resilient, R&D-focused AI culture in accounting.

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

ACPEN: Taxation of Business Entities

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Online

2.50 Credits

Types of business entities (Sole proprietorship, Partnership, Corporation, Limited Liability Company and Limited Liability Partnership) Considerations in choosing a business entity, including taxes, limited liability protection, management & control, funding options & opportunities, tax consequences for the owners and the business. Future tax considerations that will impact various business entities.

ACPEN: The Ethics of How We Treat People; Why it Matters?

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Online

1.00 Credits

Is it ethical to mistreat others? What are the signs and consequences of mistreatment? Why does treating people ethically matter for finance and business professionals? The consequences of mistreating people? What is the return on treating people well?

ACPEN: Revenue Recognition - Topic 606 Overview

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Online

1.80 Credits

Revenue Recognition on Contracts with customers