CPE Catalog & Events
Technology Trends Update for CPAs with John Higgins
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TBD
4.0 Credits
Member Price: $149
The major topics that will be covered in this course include:Role of cloud computing as the foundation for all tech trendsBig data and data analytics the new frontier for CPAsWorkflow automation with RPA, ML and AI with a focus on ChatGPTBlockchain technology, the revolutionary data storage modelCryptocurrency 15 years later, an update on the market and technologyMetaverse - what's it all aboutCloud based financial and ERP software market update
Allison McLeod's Federal Tax Updates for Business Entities - 8 Hour
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TBD
8.0 Credits
Member Price: $225
Current business entity tax issues Any current tax legislation occurring during the period Other issues affecting the profession, including IRS procedure, current cases, payroll, and other federal tax issues
Passive Activities & Rental Real Estate Income Tax Issues
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TBD
8.0 Credits
Member Price: $300
Detailed coverage of the passive activity rules under IRC §469 (and related regulations), how the 3.8% net investment income tax under §1411 and qualified business income (QBI) deduction under §199A applies to rentals and passive activities, and what is a trade or business rental is under §162 How the PAL rules apply to rental real estate activities and investments in S corporations and partnerships Definition of an activity and the activity grouping and disclosure rules Real estate professional exception to the PAL rules for investments in non-passive rentals Special $25,000 loss allowance for rental real estate with active participation Material participation safe harbor rules Events that trigger suspended PALs Limitations on tax credits generated by passive activities Special rules that re-characterize passive income to non-passive income What rentals are subject to self-employment tax under §1402
2025 Annual Update for Not-for-Profit Accountants & Auditors
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TBD
8.0 Credits
Member Price: $239
The major topics that will be covered in this course include:The Not-for-Profit Advisory Committee (NAC).Accounting Standards Updates (ASUs).Year 2 considerations of the leases standard.Common nonprofit deficiencies identified in peer review.What's going on at the AICPA.
The Yellow Book: From Beginning to End
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TBD
8.0 Credits
Member Price: $225
Introduction Foundation and principles General requirements for complying with Government Auditing Standards Ethics, independence and professional judgment Competence and continuing professional education Quality control and peer review Standards for financial audits Standards for attestation engagements and reviews of financial statements
K2's Understanding Your Ransomware Risk
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TBD
1.0 Credits
Member Price: $39
Trends in ransomware attacks Best practices for minimizing ransomware risk
Accounting for and Auditing Cryptocurrency & Digital Assets
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TBD
2.0 Credits
Member Price: $89
The major topics covered in this class include:Common applications related to initial recognition and measurement, subsequent measurement or derecognition, presentation, and disclosure of cryptocurrency and other digital assetsFeedback from the AICPA's Digital Assets Working Group intended to assist auditors with opining on these digital records
K2'S Artificial Intelligence For Accounting And Financial Professionals
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TBD
4.5 Credits
Member Price: $129
Exploring AI applications in accounting and finance Understanding AI features in everyday tools Embracing the future: AI's impact on finance and accounting
Complete Guide to Analyze Data with Excel PivotTables
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TBD
4.0 Credits
Member Price: $149
The major topics that will be covered in this course include:Introduction to PivotTables: Gain a solid understanding of what PivotTables are, their benefits in Excel, and how to prepare your data for creating effective PivotTables.Creating and Customizing PivotTables: Learn step-by-step how to build and format PivotTables, including filtering, sorting, and customizing layouts for optimal data analysis. Focus on Using PivotTables to Analyze Data: Explore techniques to summarize, group, and compare data with PivotTables, uncovering trends and insights for better decision-making.Advanced PivotTable Features: Discover advanced tools such as slicers, timelines, and using PowerPivot for deeper analytical capabilities. Data Visualization with PivotCharts: Learn to create PivotCharts from your PivotTables and customize them to visually present data insights effectively to stakeholders.
Professional Skepticism for the Public Accountant
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TBD
1.0 Credits
Member Price: $39
Self-evaluation of skepticism Requirements set forth by the AICPA Code of Professional Conduct Risk assessment Analytical procedures Advice for cultivating your professionally skeptical mindset
The New Quality Management Standards - What Everyone Needs to Know
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TBD
2.0 Credits
Member Price: $79
Overview of the new quality management standards Focus on the most important elements of a quality management system Implementation tips that everyone in the firm should know Audit and attest standards impacted
ChatGPT and Complex Financial and HR Conversations
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TBD
2.0 Credits
Member Price: $89
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
Entertainment, Meals & Travel Expenses: Review and Update
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TBD
2.0 Credits
Member Price: $89
The major topics that will be covered in this class include:Definition of what qualifies as an entertainment expenseStrategies to deduct business entertainment expensesDeductibility of mealsSituations not subject to the 50% meals and entertainment reductionHow to handle automobile issues related to employer-provided parkingProper accounting for deductible vs. non-deductible expendituresThe four steps to analyze business expensesThe latest federal legislation, cases and rulings
Managing Your Money in Retirement
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TBD
3.0 Credits
Member Price: $99
Social Security Retirement Asset allocation Fraud
Allison McLeod's Federal Tax Updates for Individuals - 8 Hour
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TBD
8.0 Credits
Member Price: $225
Current tax issues affecting individual taxpayers Review of recent tax legislation Other issues affecting the profession, including IRS procedure, current cases, and other federal tax issues
Beyond the Basics of SSARS and Nonattest Services: Are You Certain You Are in Compliance?
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TBD
8.0 Credits
Member Price: $225
Preventing malpractice claims related to nonattest accounting services Identifying and safeguarding independence threats when issuing attest reports Establishing an understanding with the client regarding non-audit services Defining the varying levels of responsibility for accountants performing non-audit services Performing compilations and reviews effectively and efficiently, including nature and extent of documentation considerations Practice performing analytical review procedures appropriately, including developing proper advance expectations for review engagements Properly considering going concern, subsequent events, and other disclosure matters Common issues related to peer reviews, including recurring reporting problems Applying financial analysis best practices to help your clients better interpret their financial results
It Is Legal, But Is It Really Ethical?, featuring Rob Berry and Bob Mims
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TBD
1.0 Credits
Member Price: $39
Is ‘legal’ the same as ‘ethical’? Why or why not? The value of using the Code of Professional Conduct properly. Resolving situations where the two are divergent.
The Controllership Series - Managerial Accounting Basics and Costs
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TBD
1.2 Credits
Member Price: $39
Accounting Finance
Financial Statement Fraud
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TBD
2.0 Credits
Member Price: $79
Fraud Auditing Yellowbook
Build Better Budgets: Fundamental Techniques
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TBD
2.0 Credits
Member Price: $79
Advantages of budgeting The role of budgeting Master budgeting Flexible budgeting Standards and variances Capital budgeting