CPE Catalog & Events
The Updated Nuts and Bolts of IRC Section 1031 Exchanges
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2.0 Credits
Member Price: $79
Complete explanation of IRC §1031 Understand when to use a tax-deferred exchange Changes made to the technique in the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act Advantages and disadvantages of paying the tax versus using an exchange Understand the definition of like-kind property Understand what a qualified intermediary is Understand the need for an exchange accommodation title holder Understand a reverse exchange Understand a build-to-suit exchange Understand the forty-five-day rule and how to calculate it Precautions for property identification Investment property versus property held for sale
Surgent's Going Concern Accounting and Reporting Considerations
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2.0 Credits
Member Price: $119
Current FASB accounting standards related to going concern, including the new requirements of ASU 2014-15 Evaluating risk of material misstatement in financial reports related to improper presentation and disclosure of going concern uncertainty The responsibility of an independent accountant for evaluating going concern uncertainty under various levels of engagement to perform attest and nonattest services New requirements of SAS No. 132 and SSARS No. 24 related to an auditor’s responsibility for considering going concern uncertainty?
Surgent's Lessons Learned From Recent Accounting Malpractice Actions
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2.0 Credits
Member Price: $119
Common instances of accounting malpractice Current claim trends Frequent defenses to claims Statute of limitations Damages Claims by practice area
Top 10 Business Myths and How to Avoid Them
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2.0 Credits
Member Price: $79
What are the ten most common business myths? Why do so many leaders ignore the risks? Steps you can take to prevent these myths from damaging your organization Recommendations from successful businesses
2024 The Preparation of Form 706 and 709 - Line-by-Line
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4.0 Credits
Member Price: $129
Federal Form 706: Overview and Preparation Federal Form 709: Understanding and Compliance Portability in Estate Tax Planning Coordinating Issues for Decedent's Final Income Tax Return Postmortem Estate Planning Strategies Recent Legislative Changes: Impact on Estate and Gift Taxation Integrating Tax Planning into Client Services
Business Consulting for CPAs
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4.0 Credits
Member Price: $129
What is Business Consulting? Identify the types of Management services your firm could offer. How to become the trusted advisor – identification of client’s needs? Learn how client expectations may create different performance and understanding levels for CPAs in business consulting engagements. Know what it takes to create a valuable outcome for the client. Understand the competitive advantages/disadvantages that your firm has versus non-CPA business consultants. Learn techniques to become a more effective consultant. Professional standards application
Audit & Attest Quality Matters that Should be on Your Radar - Avoiding Common Deficiencies in SAS, SSARS and SSAE Engagements
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8.0 Credits
Member Price: $225
Applying professional skepticism to ensure quality work Meaningful risk assessment when designing work programs for various levels of services Proper planning and supervision of all engagements Accountant responsibilities for evaluating internal control Strengthening analytic procedures to support conclusions Complying with the Code of Professional Conduct and quality management standards
ACPEN Signature 2024: Accounting & Auditing Update
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8.0 Credits
Member Price: $250
FASB Statements and Interpretations Statements on Auditing Standards Ethics Interpretations (1 hour CPE) Statements on Standards for Accounting and Review Services
Accounting for and Auditing Cryptocurrency & Digital Assets
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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
Emotional Intelligence: The Critical Factor in Success
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2.0 Credits
Member Price: $89
The major topics that will be covered in this class include:What is 'Emotional Intelligence'Understand emotions, your emotions and othersUtilize appropriate social skillsUnderstand the value of a timely pauseWhy should you forgive and forget?Properly managing emotionsKnow how to handle pressure and setbacks
How to Review Financial Statements 2024
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4.0 Credits
Member Price: $159
• Practice reviewing financial statements • Financial statement case studies
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.
Federal Tax Update: Individual Form 1040 2024
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8.0 Credits
Member Price: $299
• Review of recent federal legislation and administrative rulings • Review of recent modifications to tax forms • Review of small business tax law and administrative update changes • Review of retirement plan changes • Overall review of tax practice and procedures
Financial Accounting Standards: A Comprehensive Review-Part 2 2024
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8.0 Credits
Member Price: $299
• Application of professional judgment • Codification, GAAP and the GAAP hierarchy • Recent changes in financial statement presentation • Hot Topics in financial reporting & accounting
K2's Excel PivotTables For Accountants
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8.0 Credits
Member Price: $299
• PivotTable fundamentals, including Recommended PivotTables and the six elements of PivotTables • Formatting PivotTables • Advanced PivotTable techniques and options, including consolidation PivotTables, user-defined calculations, and working with Power Pivot • Analytical techniques available in PivotTables
2024 Estate and Financial Planning for the Older Client
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8.0 Credits
Member Price: $225
Medicare and Health Insurance Options Life Insurance Strategies for Elders Social Security Planning Considerations Medicaid Planning and Trusts Retirement Account Optimization Techniques Tailored Estate Planning for Older Clients Long-Term Care and Housing Alternatives Gifting Strategies in Estate Planning Unique Financial Challenges of Aging Clients
Audit 205: Auditing Liabilities and Long-Term Debt Risks
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2.0 Credits
Member Price: $89
The major topics covered in this course include:Typical audit procedures related to accounts payable and accrued expenses, including the search for unrecorded liabilitiesKey controls related to liabilitiesAuditing long-term debt, including compliance with covenantsDetermining the proper classification of financing arrangementsProper form of noncompliance waiver lettersImpact of noncompliance on disclosures
HR Guide to Evolving Business Strategy, Finance and Development
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1.2 Credits
Member Price: $39
Corporate Culture Strategic Planning Leadership Staff Development
Governmental Accounting 101
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2.0 Credits
Member Price: $79
Fund Types Budgetary Accounting Financial Reporting Requirements Single Audit Act Audit Standards and Procedures Best Practices in Governmental Accounting
2024 Accounting & Attestation for ESG
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2.0 Credits
Member Price: $79
ESG Sustainaibility