CPE Catalog & Events
ACPEN: FAQ Related to the Most Recent Audit Standards SAS Nos. 142-149
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2.0 Credits
Member Price: $89
Clarification of terminology and foundational principles underlying recent generally accepted auditing standards Answers to frequently asked questions that emerge in the proper application of risk-based audit concepts Highlights of important concepts included in SASs No. 142-149
How to Audit Expenses & Payables
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0.0 Credits
Member Price: $89
The major topics that will be covered in this course include:The basics of auditing expenses.Accrued liabilities and other payables.Relates audit assertions, risks, and threats to the expenses and payables balances.Substantive auditing procedures to peform.
Surgent's Unconscious Bias for Managers, Supervisors, and Executives
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2.0 Credits
Member Price: $99
Unconscious bias, including the five defining characteristics of unconscious bias The real-world impacts of unconscious biases, including impacts on racial minorities, women, and older workers The concept of microaggressions, with examples An effective strategy for adult learning that can be applied to change unconscious biases, which can also be used to learn other skills A framework for handling mistakes and using them to build trust and respect in the workplace. We call this the “oops, did I just say that?” section.
CFO Solutions to IRS Problems
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4.0 Credits
Member Price: $149
The major topics that will be covered in this course include:The authority of IRS in assessing and collecting taxes.The common misconceptions when dealing with IRS.Common questionable actions by business owners.How to prepare for an IRS audit.The seven options in IRS collections.Possible criminal tax violations by CFOs and small business owners.
ACPEN: Preparing and Reviewing Workpapers – Essential Tips for Avoiding Deficient Audit and Other Attest Engagements
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8.0 Credits
Member Price: $250
Best practices for documenting complex and subjective procedures and conclusions, such as estimates, substantive analytic procedures, etc. that impact the nature and extent of audit documentation needed to support audit conclusions Discussing the financial statement audit risk concept, including how proper application better ensures a higher quality audit Tips for an efficient workpaper review process that complies with relevant standards Understanding the quality control standards and guidance related to a CPA firm’s responsibilities for its system of quality control Explain the importance of establishing, applying, and monitoring quality control policies and procedures related to audit documentation
Finding Errors in Excel Spreadsheets
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0.0 Credits
Member Price: $89
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.
ACPEN: Design Flexible Work Options To Attract & Retain Your Workforce
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1.0 Credits
Member Price: $39
Flexible Work Options Employee Engagement Talent Management Strategy
ACPEN: Introduction to Forensic Accounting
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1.8 Credits
Member Price: $79
Forensic Accounting Accounting Auditing Finance
ACPEN: The Controllership Series - The Treasury Function Part 1 - Cash and Investing
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TBD
1.0 Credits
Member Price: $89
Accounting Finance Cash Investments
ACPEN: Let's End Business Ethics
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2.0 Credits
Member Price: $89
Ethics defined Are there business ethics? How to identify ethical issues Deciphering your ethical code Why ethical behavior is good for your business How to make ethical decisions
How to Audit Accounting Estimates
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TBD
0.0 Credits
Member Price: $89
The major topics that will be covered in this course include:Procedures to test the process used by management to develop estimates.Common examples of accounting estimates that are included in the financial statements.Updated requirements in SAS 143.
Selected Ethics Topics 2025 - 2026
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2.0 Credits
Member Price: $89
The major topics that will be covered in this course include:Stay in compliance with recent ethics standards changes that impact your practice.Learn about key regulatory changes and initiatives impacting CPAs and the future of the profession.Discuss emerging issues and standard-setting activity that could affect your practice in the future.Explore practical applications of the standards and hear about common practice issues and challenges. Examples include private equity, technology, tax planning, audit quality, regulatory enforcement and standard-setting environment.Learn how failure to follow the standards can result in unwanted regulatory actions and publicity.
Surgent's Ethical Considerations for CPAs
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2.0 Credits
Member Price: $99
Auditor independence and its importance to the public accounting profession Common threats to auditor independence AICPA’s framework for assessing conflicts of interest Unique threats related to non-attest services to attest clients Common safeguards to help assure compliance with relevant rules and regulations
ACPEN: Advanced IT Audit & Real-World Testing
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3.0 Credits
Member Price: $109
Information Technology General Controls (ITGC) Testing Audit Execution Workpapers
What You Can Learn From the Statement of Cash Flows
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0.0 Credits
Member Price: $89
The major topics covered in this course include:Preparation of the statement of cash flowsImportance of identifying sources and uses of cash in financial reportingFinancial statement analysisCash-related financial statement disclosures
ACPEN: The Controllership Series - The Controllers Role in Cybersecurity
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TBD
1.0 Credits
Member Price: $39
Cybersecurity
ACPEN: Preparing to be a Forensic Accountant - Focus on Digital Forensics
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TBD
1.8 Credits
Member Price: $79
Forensic Accounting Accounting Auditing Finance
ACPEN: The Three Million Dollar Ribbon
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TBD
1.0 Credits
Member Price: $89
Internal Controls Fraud Prevention Fraud Detection Fraud Investigation
ACPEN: The Seven High Quality Questions that Lead to Success & Solutions
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TBD
2.0 Credits
Member Price: $89
Tolerations Goal setting Gratitude Setting a 'tone' of success Priorities as a means to mindful living Reflection & Planning as tools to generate clarity & intention Connecting with the wise resource often overlooked in business models
ChatGPT Deep-Dive Hands-on Bootcamp for CPAs
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TBD
0.0 Credits
Member Price: $89
The major topics that will be covered in this course include:Getting started with ChatGPTTour of the ChatGPT app and how to use itVariety of hands-on case study examples for accounting, finance, and taxProtecting your data privacy in ChatGPTAdvanced ChatGPT features reviewSubscription plan options