CPE + Events Catalog
2026-27 OSCPA-Select™ CPE - 2 catalog options:
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Forensic Accounting and Evidence Preservation in QuickBooks (4 hours) - 2 Tech & 2 [NT]
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Online
4.0 Credits
Member Price: $149
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By the time a client calls you about suspected fraud, the clock is already running: records can be altered, evidence can vanish, and every day of delay weakens your case. If your practice touches QuickBooks Online, you need to know how to move fast and correctly. This course walks you through exactly that, from scoping the engagement and preserving the file before anything changes, to gaining access when someone tries to block you. You'll master the Audit Log to recover deleted and voided transactions, examine reconciliation history and bank feeds for tampering, and use Reclass to isolate suspicious activity - the same techniques a trained investigator relies on. You'll also learn to cross-match vendors and employees for shell-vendor and ghost-employee schemes, trace lapping on the revenue side, and spot the AP red flags that confirm what you suspected all along This event may be a rebroadcast of a live event and the instructor will be available to answer your questions during the event.
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How Recent Auditing Standards Improve Risk-Based Audits (4 hours)
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Online
4.0 Credits
Member Price: $149
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Recent generally accepted auditing standards were written to improve the quality of risk-based financial statement audits, audit reporting, and required by-product communications. This course will discuss the important clarifications and enhancements intended to improve audit quality to ensure better compliance with requirements contained in the SASs. This event may be a rebroadcast of a live event and the instructor will be available to answer your questions during the event.
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The Controllership Series - The Controllers Role in Financial Forecasting (1.5 hours)
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Online
1.5 Credits
Member Price: $79
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Financial forecasting is an important part of any successful business. It enables businesses to plan for the future and anticipate scenarios based on strategy. The controller helps forecast financials by calculating future revenue and income streams. In recent years, corporate finance has undergone many dramatic changes due to the growth of a number of high-tech tools. The responsibilities/competencies of the Financial Controller position (FC) has changed in recent years To maximize performance, Controllers must be aware of how the FC position is changing, and how they must adjust to these changes. There are many types and methods of financial forecasting. This course will review the most prevalent forecasts and relative methods being used.
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Nonprofit Internal Control - Practical Insights into Mitigating Financial Reporting, Compliance and Other Risks (4 hours)
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Online
4.0 Credits
Member Price: $149
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There is simply no denying that a sufficiently designed and effectively operating system of internal controls over reliable financial reporting is more important than ever. The primary objective of this course is to give participants "hands-on" practice in designing, evaluating, and communicating conclusions related to design and operating effectiveness of internal controls over reliable financial reporting and other risks for nonprofit environments. YELLOW BOOK: Qualifies for Yellow Book CPE based on your unique audited entity.
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All About Fraud - Examples, Prevention and Auditing (4 hours)
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Online
4.0 Credits
Member Price: $149
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Fraud continues to make headlines, underscoring the importance of understanding how fraud occurs, how it can be prevented, and how auditors are expected to respond. This course begins with an overview of common fraud schemes identified in the 2026 Report to the Nations issued by the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners, along with key characteristics commonly observed among fraud perpetrators. The course then explores practical approaches organizations use to prevent and deter fraud, highlighting controls, policies, and cultural factors that can reduce fraud risk. Participants will also review recent fraud cases reported in the news to reinforce how these schemes manifest in real-world settings. The course concludes with a discussion of the auditor's responsibilities related to fraud under AU-C 240, including an overview of proposed changes to the fraud standards and what they may mean for future audit engagements. This event may be a rebroadcast of a live event and the instructor will be available to answer your questions during the event.
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An Exhaustive Look At Fraud and Ways To Control It
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Online
8.0 Credits
Member Price: $239
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Fraud activities can be executed from within an organization, by parties outside an entity, or by both. Importantly, as the business world becomes more technological, the way fraud is carried out is changing. There must be an increased focus on understanding where new fraud vulnerabilities exist. In this session, we delve into the reasons that both internal and external intentional defalcations take place. The material discusses the new ways fraud is being actuated and looks at the factors driving those that undertake fraud. We spend time examining measures that can be implemented in order to stop fraud via the deployment of added security across the enterprise. This event may be a rebroadcast of a live event and the instructor will be available to answer your questions during the event.
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Corporate Fraud Risk & Investigations 26-27 (4 hours)
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Online
4.0 Credits
Member Price: $175
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Numerous fraud cases point out that it doesn't take a sophisticated level of complexity to steal from an organization. Fraud is intended to be hidden and thus can very easily meet its target to deceive. Fraud has a pervasive role in today's corporate environment, and organizations that choose to ignore fraud risk or disregard its impact become a fraudster's opportunity. This course will provide the professional with valuable knowledge about fraud risk and various best practices in fraud prevention programs designed to mitigate such risk. The course will also provide an introduction to fraud investigations and forensic accounting and is ideal for the professional seeking to expand his or her knowledge base and who may be at a mid-level position within an organization with operational or supervisory responsibilities, or both.
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Financial Statement Analysis for Managers 26-27 (4 hours)
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Online
4.0 Credits
Member Price: $175
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Financial statements tell a story. Ratios reveal the plot. Desegregate key ratios that show effective management of a company. Learn a compact, efficient approach to financial statement analysis. Be introduced to a set of basic-to-intermediate analytic techniques and tools that provide insightful outputs to a broad spectrum of users with varied analytical objectives. Evaluate management performance, address the changing economic landscape, and the need for a new way of thinking.
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Practical Accounting Update 26-27 (4 hours)
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Online
4.0 Credits
Member Price: $175
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In this dynamic course, we'll delve into essential updates and equip you with the practical knowledge to navigate the latest changes in the field. Need insights on how the shift from the Statements on Quality Control Standards (SQCSs) to the Statement on Quality Management Standards (SQMSs) will affect your practice" We have you covered. Questions about cybersecurity requirements for CPAs" Arm yourself with practical strategies to protect your clients and firm in an increasingly digital world. From the newest accounting rules to mastering new audit standards, we'll explore the newest developments to help you navigate the changes.
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Construction Contractors: Non-Revenue and Non-Lease Accounting Considerations (4 hours)
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Online
4.0 Credits
Member Price: $139
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Construction accounting fundamentals The construction industry stands out in its need to adhere to diverse accounting standards. Essential knowledge and key issues influencing the field are explored as you learn about the overall construction process through the following topics: Industry players Preparing cost estimates and bids Project management Contracts and modifications Unique accounting issues for contractors Various contractor expenses that affect job profitability need to be identified and examined to ensure accurate accounting of a company's total spending and performance. You'll review this concept and other characteristics unique to contractors as you gather critical information and learn the implications for CPAs. Relevant topics include: Contractor financial statements Common disclosures Supplementary information Working with a suretySurety is an integral part of the construction process. You'll take a detailed look at the benchmarks a surety might analyze in a contractor's financial statements as well as the following topics: Types of surety bonds The surety process Surety underwriting considerations Warning signs for the surety
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Risk Wrangling: Surviving the Modern Business Rodeo (2 hours)
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Online
2.0 Credits
Member Price: $89
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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. Public and private accountants will enhance their capabilities for assessing and addressing risks faced by today's organizations. This event may be a rebroadcast of a live event and the instructor will be available to answer your questions during the event.
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CPA to CFO: Essential Competencies for Finance Leaders (1 hour)
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Online
1.0 Credits
Member Price: $55
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The path from CPA to CFO has evolved dramatically in recent years, with only 43% of S&P 1000 CFOs holding CPA licenses in 2022, down from 55% a decade earlier. This comprehensive course, based on groundbreaking research from the Pennsylvania Institute of CPAs surveying over 320 CEOs and hiring executives, reveals what today's leaders truly seek in CFO candidates and provides a roadmap for CPAs to secure their seat at the executive table. Participants will discover the five critical competencies that distinguish successful CFO candidates: forward-looking financial acumen that goes beyond traditional reporting, strategic leadership skills including critical thinking and strategy creation, the evolving role of emotional intelligence, industry-specific expertise requirements, and the balance between technical proficiency and visionary leadership. Through practical frameworks, real-world examples, and actionable strategies, attendees will learn how to transform their CPA foundation into a comprehensive skill set that meets the dynamic demands of modern CFO roles, whether in high-growth companies, nonprofits, or traditional corporations. This event may be a rebroadcast of a live event and the instructor will be available to answer your questions during the event.
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Internal Control - Testing for Operating Effectiveness (2 hours)
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Online
2.0 Credits
Member Price: $89
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Properly designed and effectively operating internal control over financial reporting is critical for preventing, or detecting and correcting, material misstatement. This course describes how to satisfy the audit requirements related to taking a control reliance strategy by testing the operating effectiveness of internal controls, while promoting an effective and efficient financial statement audit. This event may be a rebroadcast of a live event and the instructor will be available to answer your questions during the event.
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How Fraud Can Affect Smaller Organizations (4 hours)
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Online
4.0 Credits
Member Price: $149
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Many small to medium sized companies do not properly address the risk that arises related to fraud because these organizations do not have the resources needed to mitigate this risk or because owners or those in top level management underestimate the scope of the issue. All organizations, regardless of size, must be aware of the risks associated with intentional fraudulent acts and know that a significant and effective fraud scheme could even create going concern issues for some entities. In this session, we delve into the reasons that fraud takes place. The material discusses the types of defalcations that are often executed against smaller entities and then explores measures that organizations can implement to help stop fraud activities and add security. This event may be a rebroadcast of a live event and the instructor will be available to answer your questions during the event.
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Fraud Busters: Controls to Prevent & Detect Fraud (2 hours)
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Online
2.0 Credits
Member Price: $89
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This course investigates actual real-world fraud schemes and discusses what controls could have prevented the fraud from occurring, and what controls could detect and curtail the fraud scheme. The instructor speaks from experience, finding multiple frauds very early in her career leading to a career-long focus on fraud prevention and detection. This event may be a rebroadcast of a live event and the instructor will be available to answer your questions during the event.
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The Controllership Series - The Future Role of the Controller Part 1 (1.5 hours)
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Online
1.5 Credits
Member Price: $79
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This is a two-part series that discuss new trends and concepts the financial controller should begin to execute in order to truly become a valued member of the senior leadership team. The rapid pace of the evolving technological landscape has promoted changes in how accountants and financial professionals focus attention on strategy and modernize their roles to leverage digital technology. There is increased demand for enhancing flexibility into finance cycles and initiating real-time reporting and insights. These are the core attributes that will assist in transforming the work that controllership function performs. Is the financial controllership prepared to meet future business demands? The IMA® (Institute of Management Accountants) and Deloitte’s Center for Controllership aimed to better understand the current state of controllership and expectations of future demands for controllers and accounting professionals. They conducted a survey in late 2022 and identified several trends. The survey takes a look at how prepared controllership is to meet future business demands. It also highlights some insights for leaders to consider that may increase their preparedness. It also identified areas of additional insight and questions to answer on the controllership transformation journey. In this segment one, we go through numerous concepts in detail and the remaining concepts will be covered in segment two.
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The Controllership Series - The Future Role of the Controller Part 2 (1.5 hours)
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Online
1.5 Credits
Member Price: $79
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This is a two-part series that discuss new trends and concepts the financial controller should begin to execute in order to truly become a valued member of the senior leadership team. The rapid pace of the evolving technological landscape has promoted changes in how accountants and financial professionals focus attention on strategy and modernize their roles to leverage digital technology. There is increased demand for enhancing flexibility into finance cycles and initiating real-time reporting and insights. These are the core attributes that will assist in transforming the work that controllership function performs. Is the financial controllership prepared to meet future business demands? The IMA® (Institute of Management Accountants) and Deloitte’s Center for Controllership aimed to better understand the current state of controllership and expectations of future demands for controllers and accounting professionals. They conducted a survey in late 2022 and identified several trends. The survey takes a look at how prepared controllership is to meet future business demands. It also highlights some insights for leaders to consider that may increase their preparedness. It also identified areas of additional insight and questions to answer on the controllership transformation journey. In this segment, we will go through numerous concepts in detail.
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Auditing digital assets: Entity’s use of a service organization (1 hour)
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Online
1.0 Credits
Member Price: $49
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Auditing entities that hold or transact digital assets and use service organizationsAlthough the use of digital assets is rapidly expanding, guidance on how to effectively account for and audit digital assets has not kept pace. This is where the AICPA can help. Based on the AICPA Practice Aid Accounting for and Auditing of Digital Assets, this webcast can help you determine what to do when your client uses a service organization to help transact in, safeguard, or account for its digital assets. You'll discover: How to identify whether a service organization is present, including how to determine the nature of the services provided Key considerations when a service organization provides services related to digital assets, including the role of a SOC report in understanding the control environment The risks, challenges and factors to consider when performing audit procedures when service organizations are being utilized
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Internal Control Best Practices (2 hours)
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Online
2.0 Credits
Member Price: $89
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Whether your organization is developing a new control framework or seeking to strengthen its current controls, practical development and implementation is critical. This course will review the intersectionality of controls and provide real-world examples and best practices from people to technology and process. YELLOW BOOK: Qualifies for Yellow Book CPE based on your unique audited entity.
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Surgent's Auditing 401(k) Plans: Critical Issues and Annual Update (4 hours)
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Online
4.0 Credits
Member Price: $159
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Due to increasing scrutiny in the employee benefit plan area, it is imperative for auditors of 401(k) plans to remain up to date on the rules and regulations that may impact the audit engagement. In this course, auditors will enhance their knowledge by understanding the changes affecting audit procedures and reporting in accordance with recently issued Statements on Auditing Standards (SASs), identifying best practices, and performing efficient audit engagements.
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