CPE Catalog & Events
K2's 2024 Harnessing ChatGPT - Unlocking Professional Efficiency
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1.0 Credits
Member Price: $39
Leveraging prompt engineering in ChatGPT for various accounting tasks Exploring the applications and limitations of ChatGPT in accounting Empowering efficiency for everyday accounting tasks
2024 White-Collar Crime: What Every CPA Should Know
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2.0 Credits
Member Price: $79
Definitions of white-collar crime White-collar crime characteristics and statistics The CPA’s role in combating white-collar crime
K2's 2023 Now Is The Time to Automate
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2.0 Credits
Member Price: $79
Which automation tools should you initially focus on How to automate everyday tasks in accounts payable, banking, and approval workflows Common automation pitfalls
2024 Communication Skills for CPAs
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2.0 Credits
Member Price: $79
Pervasive best practices for effective communication Specific strategies for written materials Unique considerations for verbal presentations The importance of recursive revision Tips for success Pitfalls to avoid
2024 Governmental Auditing Update: Yellow Book & Uniform Guidance
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4.0 Credits
Member Price: $129
2024 Compliance Supplement Uniform Guidance Quality Management Yellow Book
K2's 2024 Saving Time With Electronic Forms
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1.0 Credits
Member Price: $39
Comparing the capabilities and costs associated with forms/data collection tools and the different approaches taken by each tool The benefits and risks associated with using each approach Examples of how tools can be used effectively, with examples
Introduction to Not-for-Profit Accounting
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2.0 Credits
Member Price: $79
Net Assets Contributions Endowments Programmatic Investments
2024 Tax Practice Ethical Challenges and Circular 230
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2.0 Credits
Member Price: $79
Circular 230 (IRS) rules for conducting a "best" tax practice How to avoid tax return preparation penalties Recent developments impacting today's tax practice Review of tax return preparer's registration rules Explanation of the revised AICPA Code of Professional Conduct Contingent fees
K2's 2023 OneDrive's Best Practices
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1.0 Credits
Member Price: $39
Synchronizing your files to your desktop pc Working with shared files Managing different versions of files Understanding how OneDrive works with OneNote, Teams, and SharePoint
2024 Upholding Independence While Holding Your Client's Hand
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2.0 Credits
Member Price: $79
Discussion of circumstances that may cause recent FASB pronouncements to introduce threats to independence Review the AICPA's Code of Professional Conduct Provide best practice tips and practical strategies for preserving independence when assisting clients with technical matters
The Social Media Blueprint for Accounting Firms
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1.0 Credits
Member Price: $55
The major topics covered in this course include:An overview of the key social media platforms that accounting firms should consider as part of their overall social media strategy.Current trends in lead generation using social platforms.Specific tactics for social media as part of your ongoing marketing, recruitment, and new business development efforts.
SECURE Act 2.0: What You Need to Know
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1.0 Credits
Member Price: $39
Expanding Automatic Enrollment in Retirement Plans Increased Age for RMDs Higher Catch-up Contribution Limit Emergency Expense Penalty-Free Withdrawals “Starter” 401(k)s for Certain Employers Part-time Worker Improved Coverage
Navigating Difficult Conversations with Coworkers
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1.0 Credits
Member Price: $39
Communication Negotiation Conflict Persuasion Management Leadership
Common Audit and Financial Reporting Deficiencies in State and Local Governments
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2.0 Credits
Member Price: $79
Financial Statement Preparation Common Mistakes made in Preparing Financial Statements GASB Financial Statement Preparation Standards
Inventory, Expense and Payroll Fraud
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2.0 Credits
Member Price: $79
Methods of committing inventory, expense and payroll fraud What to look for when observing inventory Detection of inventory fraud How to recognize fictitious expenses How to recognize altered expenses Indicators of fake documentation The three main reason we ask for documentation Detection and prevention of ghost employees
Ethics: IRS Criminal Investigations: Key Lessons for Accountants
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2.0 Credits
Member Price: $89
Snapshot of IRS Criminal InvestigationsGeneral tax fraudAbusive tax schemesRefund fraudEmployment tax fraudIdentity theftData compromisesMoney launderingPublic corruptionCorporate fraudGeneral fraudsCyber crimesGlobal tax and economic crimesNarcotics, counter-terrorism and transnational organized crimeSelected Field Office Case Files from Across USNew EnglandMiddle AtlanticEast NorthCentralWest North CentralSouth AtlanticEast South Central West South CentralMountainPacificHow accountants can add value to their operations by aiding law enforcement and fighting economic crime
Surgent's Introduction to Forensic Accounting
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4.0 Credits
Member Price: $159
Review of the different aspects of forensic accounting The civil litigation process as it relates to forensic accounting Litigation services provided by forensic accountants Fraud detection and prevention Various types of fraud Training and certifications in forensic accounting Forensic accounting in bankruptcy proceedings Forensic accounting in family law proceedings Calculating damages for use in litigation Valuations Ethical issues pertinent to forensic accounting
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.
Managing Current Fraud Trends in a Shifting Environment
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8.0 Credits
Member Price: $239
The major topics that will be covered in this course include:Summary of the impact of fraud on entities worldwide.Common fraud schemes and typical median losses that result.How smaller entity fraud risk differs from those of larger entities.The statistical profile of the most common fraud perpetrator.The most effective methods for preventing and detecting fraud.Cybersecurity risk management trends and best practices.
Microsoft Teams Deployment Best Practices-Updated
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2.0 Credits
Member Price: $89
The major topics covered in this course include:Baseline review of Teams features and functionsBest practices for setting up your teams and channelsHow to use "private" channels for communication and file exchange portals with clients, customers, suppliers and service providersReview of the Teams administration settingsDeep dive into the Teams / SharePoint integration