CPE Catalog & Events
Hiring Remotely: Using Personality Assessments for Better Hiring Decisions
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1.0 Credits
Member Price: $39
Remote Hiring Best Practices Personality Assessments in Hiring Effective Integration of Personality Assessments Minimizing Bias and Ensuring Cultural Fit
Navigating IRS Collections: The Collection Process
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2.0 Credits
Member Price: $89
The major topics that will be covered in this course include:Overview of the IRS collection process.Taxpayer rights and the Taxpayer Bill of Rights.Collection due process and appeals.Installment agreements and offers in compromise.Wage garnishments, levies, and liens.Penalties and interest.
S Corporations - Overview
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2.0 Credits
Member Price: $79
Overview of S Corporation election and compliance requirements Comparison of S Corporations with other business entities Preparing Form 2553 and addressing late filing relief Shareholder stock and debt basis considerations Form 1120S and Schedule K-1: key aspects and reporting requirements Officer reasonable compensation requirements and IRS audit strategies Introduction to Schedules K-2 and K-3 Compliance with corporate formalities and taxable fringe benefits
Surgent's Engagement and Client Retention Best Practices
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2.0 Credits
Member Price: $119
Managing client expectations How automation improves client engagement Understanding the role of feedback systems Seeking referrals Building client loyalty Customer retention marketing Expanding services offered to clients Knowing when it is appropriate to enter new markets
Deep Dive Into Common Auditing Deficiencies
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4.0 Credits
Member Price: $149
The major topics that will be covered in this course include:Review common deficiencies identified by the AICPA and state boards of accountancy.Feature discussion on a variety of topics, including analytical procedures, sampling, group audits and risk assessment.Review of the areas of concern and how you can overcome them by employing best practices.
I want the TRUTH: Preparing to be an Expert Witness
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2.0 Credits
Member Price: $79
Rules of civil and criminal procedure Applicable standards Testifying basics Cross-examination techniques
What's Behind the Data?
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2.0 Credits
Member Price: $89
The major topics that will be covered in this course include:Ways in which data and information can be misleadingCommon pitfalls when encountering dataHow to re-evaluate the data to avoid those pitfalls
The Power of a Good Story!
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4.0 Credits
Member Price: $129
The 3 elements of storytelling 3 real world examples 10 thoughts for the road
Five Ways to Improve Your Leadership Skills
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1.0 Credits
Member Price: $39
Leadership Self-awareness Communication Delegation Empowerment
The Untold LinkedIn Hyper-Growth Story
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1.0 Credits
Member Price: $39
Talent Business Growth People Strategy Culture Communication Trust Strategy
Fraud Risk Management
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2.0 Credits
Member Price: $79
Fraud risk management Fraud risk assessments Data analytics Fraud risk management tools
Real Estate Professionals: Passive Activity Rules
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2.0 Credits
Member Price: $79
Definition, pros and cons of being a real estate professional Integration of the real estate professional rules with reporting on Form 1040, Schedule E Real estate professionals and indirectly owned (partnerships, S corporations) entity's reporting on Form 1040 How "real estate business" is interpreted under the Section 199A rules and how it integrates with the passive activity rules
FAQ Related to the Most Recent Audit Standards SAS Nos. 142-149
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2.0 Credits
Member Price: $79
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
Generative AI in Practice-Boost Efficiency and Profitability
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2.0 Credits
Member Price: $89
The major topics that will be covered in this course include:Implementing AI for accounting automationEnhancing auditing processes with AI toolsAI applications in tax complianceLeveraging AI for business advisory services
K2's Collaboration - Best Platforms And Practices
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2.0 Credits
Member Price: $79
The primary drivers of collaboration Who are the leading collaboration technology providers Why collaboration sometimes fails Best practices to facilitate collaboration Today's leading collaboration providers and tools
Mastering Charitable Remainder Trusts and Form 5227 ComplianceCompliance
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2.0 Credits
Member Price: $79
Introduction to Charitable Remainder Trusts (CRTs) Types of CRTs and their Benefits Formation and Funding of CRTs Identifying Suitable Candidates for CRTs Understanding Form 5227: An Overview Line-by-Line Breakdown of Form 5227 Reporting Trust Assets and Income Distributions and Charitable Beneficiaries Compliance Updates and Recent Changes to Form 5227 Best Practices for Accurate Completion and Filing
Fraud Assessment for Small and Medium Sized Businesses
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4.0 Credits
Member Price: $129
The fraud triangle The fraud savvy model Symptoms of fraud Benford's Law The net worth method The vulnerability chart 10 steps for action today
The Competent Accountant - Mastering the Role of the Controller/ CFO
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4.0 Credits
Member Price: $129
Business Management Organization
New Mergers & Acquisitions: Tricks, Traps, & Terrors
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4.2 Credits
Member Price: $129
Business Management Organization
ChatGPT and Advanced Financial Analysis for Accountants
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2.0 Credits
Member Price: $89
The major topics that will be covered in this course include:Financial Modeling with ChatGPT IntegrationAdvanced Ratio Analysis TechniquesRisk Assessment and Scenario AnalysisValuation Methods and ChatGPT ApplicationsUtilizing Performance Metrics in Financial AnalysisData Analysis and Interpretation with AIInvestment Analysis Enhanced by ChatGPT