CPE Catalog & Events
Leveraging Analytical Procedures to the Fullest on Audits - Case Studies in Strengthening Audit Evidence
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2.0 Credits
Member Price: $79
How well-designed analytic procedures enhance audit quality Elements of strong analytic procedures Selecting the proper analytic, and altering the strength for the intended purpose Evaluating the data used in generating expectations Improving documentation, including evaluating sufficiency and appropriateness of the audit evidence obtained
Public Procurement Basics: Protecting the People's Money
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2.0 Credits
Member Price: $79
Auditing & Accounting Yellowbook Uniform Guidance Public Procurement
Leases Accounting under Topic 842 - Answers to FAQ After Implementation
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2.0 Credits
Member Price: $79
Alternatives to adopting Topic 842 Short-term lease and related-party leasing arrangements Identifying lease agreements under the new rules Proper treatment of lease incentives, leasehold improvements, and lease modifications
Adobe Acrobat Tips for Working with PDF Files
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2.0 Credits
Member Price: $89
The major topics that will be covered in this class include:Review of all that Adobe Acrobat has to offerOrganizing your PDFs with bookmarks, links, file attachments and moreFormatting the presentation of PDFs with headers, footers and watermarksCreating and processing fillable formsProcessing documents for e-signatureTips for converting email messages, documents and spreadsheets into PDF formatCombining multiple PDF files into a single binder Utilizing the security features of Adobe Acrobat to protect document confidentiality
K2's Formatting Excel Spreadsheets The Right Way
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2.0 Credits
Member Price: $79
Creating and using Styles in Excel The Accounting Format and why you should use it How to Create Custom Formats Formatting dates for maximum impact The advantages of storing formats in templates
Mergers and Acquisitions: Complete Guide to Relevant Issues
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2.0 Credits
Member Price: $79
Taxable asset acquisitions vs. non-taxable stock/equity acquisitions What happens in an asset acquisition What happens in a stock or equity acquisition 338 and 336 elections Basics of 382 Basics of 280G Earnouts and contingent payments Assumed liabilities Acquired reserves Acquired deferred revenue Treatment of transaction costs Basics of mixed entity transactions, examples such as: C-Corp buys an interest in a partnership C-Corp buys an S-Corp C-Corp buys an interest in an LLC (lots of possibilities here) S-Corp buys a partnership S-Corp buys a C-Corp S-Corp buys an interest in an LLC Partnership acquisitions of various entity types Very basic overview of tax-free re-organizations High level overview of entity formations High level overview of entity liquidations or termination
Surgent's Section 754 Step-Up in Basis: Understanding the Tax Issues for Partnerships and LLCs
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2.0 Credits
Member Price: $99
How and why a partnership makes a 754 election The effect of the 754 election when an interest in a partnership is sold or inherited How the 754 election applies when a partnership makes a distribution of property to one or more of its partners How to make the 754 basis adjustment
Surgent's Strategies for Maximizing Social Security Benefits
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2.0 Credits
Member Price: $99
When is a person eligible to take Social Security benefits? Factors to consider when selecting an option for taking Social Security benefits Is there a best age to start taking Social Security benefits? How to maximize Social Security benefit payments for surviving spouses How can a divorced spouse collect Social Security benefits based on the work record of a former spouse? How minor children can collect Social Security benefits based on the work record of an older parent
The Seven High Quality Questions that Lead to Success & Solutions
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2.5 Credits
Member Price: $79
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
Advanced Cybersecurity - Beyond the Basics
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4.0 Credits
Member Price: $149
The major topics that will be covered in this course include:Understanding Cyber Threats and Risks in FinanceCybersecurity Frameworks and Best Practices for Financial ProfessionalsFinancial Data Security and Encryption TechniquesCybersecurity Auditing and Forensic InvestigationsEmerging Technologies and Trends in Financial CybersecurityLeadership and Governance in Cybersecurity for Financial Executives
The Original Secure Act and Secure Act 2.0 Retirement Planning Strategies
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4.0 Credits
Member Price: $129
Mandatory Automatic Enrollment Credit For Small Employer Pension Plan Startup Costs Enhancement Of The Saver’s Credit Increase In Starting Age For RMDs Indexing IRA Catch-Up Higher Catch-Up Limit Age 61, 62, 63, And 64 Student Loan Payments As Elective Deferrals For Matching Contributions Start Up Credit Costs For Employers Joining An Existing Plan Financial Incentives For Contributing To a Plan Withdrawals For Certain Emergency Expenses SIMPLE Plan changes Starter 401(K) Plans Sec 529 Plan To Roth Rollovers Emergency Savings Accounts Enhancement of 403(B) Plans Qualified Charitable Distributions to Split Interest Entity Retirement Savings Lost and Found
2025 Annual Update for Governments and Not-for-Profits
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7.0 Credits
Member Price: $209
Not for Profit Governmental Auditing & Accounting Yellowbook
Federal Tax Update - C & S Corporations, Partnerships & LLCs (Forms 1120, 1120S & 1065)
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8.0 Credits
Member Price: $300
Discuss the most recent business income tax legislation passed to date Review numerous business income tax provisions including but not limited to the 20% qualified business income (QBI) deduction; changes to NOLs, §461(l) business loss limitations, §163(j) business interest deduction limitations, accounting method changes, depreciation, fringe benefits and entertainment expenses Brush up on issues related to compensation, distributions, liquidations, self-employment taxes and retirement plan Look at any changes to the Forms 1120, 1120S, and 1065 and other related schedules and forms
2025 Individual Federal Tax Update - Navigating the Current Tax Landscape
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8.0 Credits
Member Price: $225
Form 1040: Precise Tax Submissions Recent Tax Code Changes: Updated Filings IRC Sections Analysis: Understanding Tax Regulations Updates in Income Taxation: Compliance Assurance New Credits and Deductions: Maximizing Benefits Complex Income Issues: Tailored Strategies Itemized Deductions: Informed Client Benefits Health Considerations: Maximizing Financial Benefits Regulatory Shifts: Implications on Tax Strategies Tax Planning Strategies: Client Financial Success
PPP Fraud and Financial Professionals
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2.0 Credits
Member Price: $89
The major topics covered in this class include:Ethical dilemmasJudicial proceedingsMitigation strategiesCreating tools to help make better decisionsAtonement and reconciliation
A Fox in the Henhouse/Courthouse
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1.0 Credits
Member Price: $39
Internal Controls Fraud Prevention Fraud Investigation
Mastering IRS Form 7217: Partnership Property Distributions
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1.0 Credits
Member Price: $55
The major topics that will be covered in this course include:Property distributions in liquidation of a partner’s interestSection 751 and its impact on property distributions from a partnershipMechanics of completing Form 7217 – new for 2024The Section 754 election and its role in partnership property distributions
Global Internal Audit Standards (GIAS) Domain V - Part 1
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2.0 Credits
Member Price: $79
Internal Audit Internal Controls Standards Institute of Internal Auditors
2025 EBP Update: Standards, Compliance, and Best Practices
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2.0 Credits
Member Price: $79
EPB Auditing Yellowbook
Master the Art of CPA Communication: Boost Your Influence!
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4.0 Credits
Member Price: $149
The major topics that will be covered in this course include:Techniques for simplifying complex financial information for clients and stakeholdersPersuasive communication principles aligned with CPA rolesBuilding and maintaining trust and credibility with diverse stakeholdersCase studies and Interviews with Finance, Accounting and CPA professionalsDeveloping empathy and emotional intelligence in communicationsBest practices for active listening to strengthen client relationshipsApplication of Influencer principles for impactful change in communication