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Current Nonprofit Fraud Trends
- Online
- Event Code: ESJLCNF4-64175
- CPE Credits: 4
- Legacy Level: Basic
- Fields of Study: CPE - Auditing (Governmental)
- Yellowbook
Nonprofit entities have a high degree of public accountability. This course will examine the most common fraud schemes and provide multiple examples of how to prevent or detect these schemes. Nonprofit entities have a high degree of public accountability. This course will examine the most common fraud schemes and provide ... More Info
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How to Audit Accounting Estimates
- Online
- Event Code: GAJVHAE2-72731
- CPE Credits: 2
- Legacy Level: Basic
- Fields of Study: CPE - Auditing
When auditing management’s accounting estimates, increased professional skepticism is necessary as there is always the potential for bias in areas of increased subjectivity & complexity. This course will demonstrate procedures to test the process used by management to develop estimates, as well as walk through common examples of accounting estimates ... More Info
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Preparing the Federal Estate Tax Return (Form 706): A Practical Guide
- Online
- Event Code: ETR2-2027-01-WEBNR-35-01
- CPE Credits: 2
- Fields of Study: CPE - Taxes
Even though federal estate tax applies to a limited number of decedents, practitioners may still be responsible for guiding clients through reporting obligations when taxable estates arise. Understanding how the estate tax system operates and how the return is organized allows practitioners to manage filings confidently, recognize when specialized support ... More Info
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Volume to Value: A New Era of Precision Hiring in Accounting
- Online
- Event Code: CXLRVTV1-71611
- CPE Credits: 1
- Legacy Level: Basic
- Fields of Study: CPE - Business Management & Organization
Volume to Value: A New Era of Precision Hiring in Accounting examines how accounting firms are shifting from high-volume recruiting models to “precision hiring” as AI adoption accelerates and talent scarcity continues. Participants will explore why traditional hiring processes often overemphasize technical accounting knowledge while under-assessing the competencies that most ... More Info
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Winning Tax Strategies for Real Estate Professionals
- Online
- Event Code: FTSDWTS2-73589
- CPE Credits: 2
- Legacy Level: Intermediate
- Fields of Study: CPE - Taxes
Learn how material participation rules can significantly impact the tax treatment of your real estate activities. This course explains the IRS tests for material participation, how to distinguish active from passive activities, and strategies for documenting participation to maximize tax benefits. A detailed analysis of the self-rental passive activity rules ... More Info
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Entertainment, Meals & Travel Expenses: Review and Update
- Online
- Event Code: FTEMTRU2-66352
- CPE Credits: 2
- Legacy Level: Intermediate
- Fields of Study: CPE - Taxes
This program reviews the statutory and regulatory guidance as they relate to fringe benefits. There will be an emphasis on entertainment, meals and business transportation expenses, including qualified employer-provided parking, with a focus on planning opportunities. Recent federal tax legislation, cases and rulings will also be addressed. This event may ... More Info
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Exploring Internal Controls That Could Have Prevented Frauds
- Online
- Event Code: CHCHEIC2-65174
- CPE Credits: 2
- Legacy Level: Intermediate
- Fields of Study: CPE - Auditing
This course examines actual fraud circumstances through the lens of potential prevention. We will examine how selected frauds were accomplished and consider what internal controls may have prevented fraudsters’ ability to accomplish their nefarious acts. This event may be a rebroadcast of a live event and the instructor will be ... More Info
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Risk Wrangling: Surviving the Modern Business Rodeo
- Online
- Event Code: HDCHRWS2-67697
- CPE Credits: 2
- Legacy Level: Intermediate
- Fields of Study: CPE - Accounting, CPE - Auditing
Risk-based factors are becoming exponentially important considerations for accountants in both public practice and industry. We examine the nature of risks for today’s enterprises while exploring the role of internal controls for mitigating business risks. We also explore SAS 145 and other guidance aimed at risk considerations for professional engagements. ... More Info
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SOC 2 Reports – Structure, Usage, and Review
- Online
- Event Code: DCJNS2R1-74606
- CPE Credits: 1
- Legacy Level: Basic
- Fields of Study: CPE - Auditing
This course provides a comprehensive overview of SOC 2 reports, focusing on their structure, purpose, and how to interpret and apply them in a compliance or risk management context. Participants will learn about the five Trust Services Criteria (Security, Availability, Processing Integrity, Confidentiality, and Privacy), the difference between Type I ... More Info
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How to Build a Custom AI Chatbot and GPT in Plain English
- Online
- Event Code: GWHBCAI2-66001
- CPE Credits: 2
- Legacy Level: Basic
- Fields of Study: CPE - Information Technology
Participants will learn to create customized AI chatbots that can enhance client interaction and internal operations-all without coding experience. This course provides a concise overview of specialized, task-oriented AI chatbots and GPT builders, focusing on how these technologies are revolutionizing professional workflows. Through hands-on exploration of platforms like AgentGPT, Claude ... More Info
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Employee Benefit Plan Best Practices
- Online
- Event Code: GAMCEBP2-74765
Employee benefit plan audits present unique compliance and audit considerations that require auditors to remain alert to both recurring issues and evolving requirements. This course addresses current standards and developments affecting employee benefit plan audits while focusing on practical considerations encountered during EBP engagements. Participants will review common compliance issues ... More Info
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Navigating Digital Asset Compliance and Enforcement
- Online
- Event Code: BETTNDA2-74268
- CPE Credits: 2
- Legacy Level: Basic
- Fields of Study: CPE - Taxes
Digital assets have moved from the fringes of tax administration into the core of IRS compliance and enforcement strategy. Practitioners today face a rapidly evolving landscape in which cryptocurrency transactions, digital wallets, exchanges, and blockchain activity present both unprecedented transparency and significant visibility gaps. This course provides a practitioner-level examination ... More Info
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Yellow Book Ethics
- Online
- Event Code: ESJLYBE2-66137
- CPE Credits: 2
- Legacy Level: Basic
- Fields of Study: CPE - Regulatory Ethics
- Yellowbook
Government Auditing Standards (or Yellow Book) has a unique perspective on ethics and transparency due to accountability owed to taxpayers, oversight bodies, and others. This course will discuss the foundational principles in the Yellow Book relevant to professional conduct on related engagements. This event may be a rebroadcast of a ... More Info
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The Future of Audit: Technology, Talent & Transformation
- Online
- Event Code: CXLRFOA1-71512
- CPE Credits: 1
- Legacy Level: Basic
- Fields of Study: CPE - Auditing
The audit profession stands at a critical inflection point, facing unprecedented challenges from technological disruption, evolving regulatory landscapes, and workforce transformation. This comprehensive course, based on the Pennsylvania Institute of CPAs’ groundbreaking research report “The Future of the Audit: Building Relevance and Sustaining Quality,” provides auditors with essential insights and ... More Info
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Succession Planning for the Small Business Owner: Finding the Exit Ramp
- Online
- Event Code: BSP4-2027-01-WEBNR-35-01
- CPE Credits: 4
- Fields of Study: CPE - Taxes
The life cycle of the small business can be summed up in three segments: 1) starting the business; 2) operating the business; and 3) getting out of the business. This course focuses on getting out of the business. The most elusive element of owning a small business can be finding ... More Info
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Common Deficiencies in SSARS Engagements
- Online
- Event Code: GAJVCDS4-72700
- CPE Credits: 4
- Legacy Level: Intermediate
- Fields of Study: CPE - Auditing
- Yellowbook
Preparation, compilation, and review engagements continue to receive heightened attention in peer review, even years after the issuance of SSARS No. 21. This course examines the most common deficiencies identified in peer reviews of SSARS engagements, with an emphasis on practical compliance and engagement quality. Participants will explore frequent problem ... More Info
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Ethics, AI, and Music: What Every CPA Must Know
- Online
- Event Code: EGBWEAM1-71884
- CPE Credits: 1
- Legacy Level: Basic
- Fields of Study: CPE - Behavioral Ethics
You may be surprised to learn how artificial intelligence is transforming the music you love. For example, what happens when AI creates songs based on other people’s work without credit or payment? How should musicians disclose the role of AI in their recordings? The challenges that AI poses for music, ... More Info
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Implementing and Maintaining an Internal Control System
- Online
- Event Code: TAKEICS8-64222
- CPE Credits: 8
- Legacy Level: Intermediate
- Fields of Study: CPE - Accounting
Many organizations are successful as they create a system of internal controls, however some fail to properly implement the measures that are established. Moreover, entities regularly neglect the important process of testing, monitoring, and updating control procedures, which weakens the entire internal control structure. This session provides an overview of ... More Info
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Planes, Yachts & Automobiles: Listed Property Under IRC 280F
- Online
- Event Code: BEVBPYA2-74239
- CPE Credits: 2
- Legacy Level: Basic
- Fields of Study: CPE - Taxes
Is that business jet, RV, yacht or luxury automobile really deductible? This course tackles the tricky terrain of listed property depreciation, helping tax professionals navigate IRC 280F with confidence and clarity. Whether your client is flying high, cruising the coast, or hitting the highway, this session will help you determine ... More Info
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Retirement Planning: Next Stage for You or Your Client
- Online
- Event Code: WGTWRPN2-70743
- CPE Credits: 2
- Legacy Level: Basic
- Fields of Study: CPE - Specialized Knowledge
If you or your clients are facing that stage of life where careers are passing into the background, and a new “to be determined” life is emerging, then you are entering what is called “retirement”. Some people are excited, some are scared, and most are both. There are many issues ... More Info
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Taxation of the Cannabis Industry
- Online
- Event Code: HIMHTCI2-69067
- CPE Credits: 2
- Legacy Level: Basic
- Fields of Study: CPE - Taxes
This course offers a comprehensive exploration of the cannabis industry, delving into essential topics such as cannabis regulations, business models, financial management, and ethical considerations. A key focus is on distinguishing between Marijuana and Industrial Hemp, including their respective tax treatments. Participants will gain a thorough understanding of the unique ... More Info
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The AICPA Independence Rule: Update and Guide for Experienced Auditing, Assurance, and Attestation Professionals
- Online
- Event Code: IRU2-2027-01-WEBNR-36-01
- CPE Credits: 2
- Fields of Study: CPE - Regulatory Ethics
Independence remains a cornerstone of the profession for auditors and attestation and assurance professionals. This update course serves as the one-stop shop for all things independence, from the foundation of ethics and our job to serve the public interest to the AICPA’s Independence Rule (1.200.001) and related interpretations issued by ... More Info
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The Best Federal Tax Update Course by Surgent
- Online
- Event Code: BFTU-2027-01-WEBNR-36-01
- CPE Credits: 8
- Fields of Study: CPE - Taxes
In this continually revised course, tax advisors will be fully updated on the most recently enacted legislation and IRS guidance, as well as major emerging trends and their planning considerations. This update course is designed for all practitioners, in both public accounting and private industry, who need the latest information ... More Info
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Forensic Accounting: Crafting Expert Reports
- Online
- Event Code: NCRNCAR4-70987
- CPE Credits: 4
- Legacy Level: Intermediate
- Fields of Study: CPE - Regulatory Ethics
When forensic accountants are hired to conduct an analysis and investigations, they are commonly expected to write a report. This report can be short or long, depending on the circumstances. This presentation is how to write an effective expert report that will withstand scrutiny of both parties of litigation and ... More Info
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Forgotten Managerial Accounting Tools for CPAs
- Online
- Event Code: CHCHFMA2-65234
- CPE Credits: 2
- Legacy Level: Intermediate
- Fields of Study: CPE - Accounting
This session revisits managerial accounting techniques that you may not have considered for many years, even though they could be invaluable for CPAs in both business and public accounting. You will appreciate a fresh perspective of concepts you may not have considered since your college days. We will illustrate concepts ... More Info