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After purchasing this bundle, you will automatically be registered for all sessions included in the series. See dates/topics included in the series at the bottom of page. The NEW Internal Audit Series delivers three, expert-led sessions designed to help confidently navigate today’s internal audit landscape. Each session is offered in a convenient, flexible virtual format - making it easy to join from anywhere, gain actionable insights and walk away with knowledge to immediately apply. The series is led by Elizabeth McDowell, CPA, CIA, founder of Audit Forward and a seasoned internal audit leader with more than 20 years of experience. She brings real-world insights to every session. Known as an “edutainer,” Elizabeth combines education and entertainment to make auditing concepts engaging, practical and memorable. 09/03/26 - Using AI to Audit Smarter, Not Harder! (2 hours - morning) - Webcast 10/08/26 - The Data Detective: Actionable Analytics for Internal Auditors (2 hours - morning) - Webcast 11/05/26 - Fraudsters Unmasked: Internal Audit's Role in Preventing Fraud (2 hours - morning) - Webcast There are two courses remaining in the bundle. Each course is a stand-alone topic. If you miss one in the series, no worries! Purchase individual courses or purchase the 2026 Internal Audit Series Bundle and save up to $50! OSCPA has partnered with the Iowa Society of CPAs for this new series.

After purchasing this bundle, you will automatically be registered for the sessions included in the series (up to 8 hours CPE credit total). See dates/topics included in the series below. Artificial intelligence (AI) is no longer a future concept - it’s already reshaping the accounting profession. From automating routine tasks to enhancing data analysis, AI is changing how CPAs work and the value they deliver. New tools, evolving regulations and emerging risks mean today’s knowledge can quickly become outdated. AI isn’t replacing CPAs, but CPAs who understand AI will lead the way forward. Staying informed isn’t optional, it’s essential.This NEW Fall/Winter AI Series delivers four, expert-led sessions designed to help you confidently navigate today’s rapidly evolving AI landscape. Each session is offered in a convenient, flexible virtual format - making it easy to join from anywhere, gain actionable insights and walk away with knowledge to immediately apply.  10/16/26 - The AI Revolution in 2026: What CPAs Should Know (2 hours - morning) - Webcast 10/23/26 - AI 101 for CPAs: Core Concepts and Practical Applications (2 hours - morning) - Webcast 12/18/26 - Agentic AI for CPAs: Automate Workflows with Intelligence (2 hours - late morning) - Webcast 12/30/26 - Smarter Tax Services with (AI) Tools (2 hours - morning) - Webcast Each course in the series is a stand-alone topic. If you miss one in the series, no worries! Purchase individual courses or purchase the AI for CPAs Series - Fall/Winter Bundle and save up to $80!

AI is reshaping audit, tax, and finance. This update surveys what's real in 2026: core concepts, major tools, risks/controls, and practical CPA use cases. Leave with a clear vocabulary, a current landscape view, and actionable talking points for staff, clients, and vendors.

Part one of a five-course series, address common issues new staff members face. Focus on strategies to improve efficiency and quality control, build technical skills, and make valuable contributions to a company. Dive into the fundamentals: workpaper techniques, analytical procedures, compilation and review services, tax recognition and research techniques, understanding audit objectives, and auditing and reviewing selected accounts. Per NASBA's rules effective January 1, 2024, participants are required to be on camera and participate in the full and small group discussions to earn CPE credits for this Group Live - Virtual course. As such, please make sure you are set up properly with reliable internet (hard wired is best), a working camera, and a working microphone.

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To better serve today's busy professionals, we've reimagined our long-standing Business & Industry Conference as the Business & Industry Focus Forum. This new 4-hour virtual format concentrates on the most timely and impactful topics affecting finance, accounting, and business professionals, delivering the insights you need in a more flexible and efficient experience. Note: This event was originally advertised at 8-hours. A special thank you to the members of the Business Management & Advisory Serivces Project Committee for developing the 2026 conference.

Financial professionals can transform their daily workflow with this comprehensive training designed specifically for accountants and business analysts. Participants will discover how to leverage advanced Excel formulas, including VLOOKUP, XLOOKUP, dynamic arrays, and logical functions that streamline complex calculations and automate routine tasks. This practical approach focuses on real-world applications, showing professionals how to reduce hours of manual work into efficient, automated processes that minimize errors and maximize productivity. Beyond powerful formulas, participants will gain hands-on experience with pivot tables, the cornerstone of modern business reporting. The course demonstrates how to create dynamic reports, implement advanced calculations, and design intuitive data visualizations that enhance decisionmaking capabilities. Professionals will walk away with immediately applicable skills that strengthen their analytical capabilities, improve reporting efficiency, and add significant value to their organization. This course bridges the gap between basic Excel knowledge and the advanced techniques needed in today's data-driven business environment, making it an essential investment for accounting professionals seeking to enhance their technical capabilities and career growth.

New to AI? Start here. This beginner-friendly course explains how generative AI works, what terms like "LLM" and "agentic AI" really mean, and how CPAs can safely put these tools to use. You'll leave with a solid understanding of AI fundamentals and how they apply to accounting, tax, and finance.

Improve your planning, review, audit and other engagement skills. Master techniques for effective communication with clients and colleagues in part three of this five-course series. Discover the secrets to planning and efficiently completing engagements, explore methods for assuming higher levels of responsibility, and develop your ability to assess risk and materiality. Learn how AI can be used on engagements to enhance efficiency and quality. Designed to offer audit staff members extensive training in crucial procedural, evaluative and supervisory areas. Per NASBA's rules effective January 1, 2024, participants are required to be on camera and participate in the full and small group discussions to earn CPE credits for this Group Live - Virtual course. As such, please make sure you are set up properly with reliable internet (hard wired is best), a working camera, and a working microphone.

Excel is the default program for many financial professionals-and highly effective-if used correctly. It can be used for everything from simple tabular analysis to creating in-depth aggregate pivot tables. This course will give participants the necessary tools to turn data into meaningful information and will examine cutting edge ways to store, retrieve, report, and analyze data using Excel and plugins. It will provide recommendations on how to more efficiently use Excel and potential traps to avoid. Participants are encouraged to bring their technology devices to follow along with the interactive discussions, technology demonstrations, sample spreadsheets, and demo tools. Financial professionals will walk away from this course with valuable tools and insights into understanding, managing, and utilizing data in an organized and meaningful manner inside their organizations.

Whether you are a seasoned executive or a young staff professional, you are involved with tasks that can make or break the organization. Raising financing is the single most important duty of leadership, especially for those in finance. We will show you how to raise capital efficiently, detailing a proven process. Strategy is vital, but most organizations do a poor job of implementing their strategy. A great strategy that was poorly implemented is pointless. Are we getting the most out of our talent? Do we really understand which clients are valuable and which are not? Are we retaining our top talent and getting the most from their contributions? There is a right way and a wrong way. These skills are invaluable and indispensable. Please join us to enhance your vital skills! This day of the CFO Series will focus on these four topics: Raising Capital: How to Execute the Leaders' Most Crucial Responsibility Accounting for People: Workforce Trends and Talent to Add Value Rethinking Your Customers to Maximize Profitability: Identifying the Right Clients Activate and Execute Your Strategy: Turn Planning into Results OSCPA has partnered with the Idaho Society of CPAs for this event.

This course focuses on implementing cybersecurity policies, controls, and risk management strategies tailored to financial environments. It emphasizes practical applications to mitigate threats and highlights global compliance standards, particularly their relevance and applicability to U.S. organizations. OSCPA has partnered with the Washington Society of CPAs for this event.

In today's digital landscape, data loss can be catastrophic - whether it's your personal photos, critical business documents, or enterprise-level databases. Organizations and individuals face numerous threats including ransomware, hardware failures, natural disasters, and human error. The implementation of a robust backup strategy isn't just an IT consideration - it's a fundamental business requirement. Understanding the various backup methodologies, from local storage to cloud solutions, and knowing how to implement them effectively can mean the difference between quick recovery and devastating loss. Don't wait until disaster strikes to realize the importance of a comprehensive backup strategy. This course provides you with practical, actionable knowledge about modern backup solutions, from personal cloud storage to enterprise-level systems. You'll learn how to evaluate and implement various backup technologies, create effective retention policies, and ensure your data remains secure and accessible when you need it most. Join us to develop the skills needed to protect your digital assets and ensure business continuity in an increasingly complex technological landscape.

The town hall will be covering the Oregon Board of Accountancy's (BOA) regulatory activity. We will update licensees about proposed 2027 legislative changes. This will be followed by an open Q&A with an opportunity for attendees to provide input and ask questions.

Artificial intelligence isn't coming to accounting—it's already here. From generative AI tools transforming how we draft communications to machine learning algorithms quietly working in your accounting systems, AI is reshaping daily practice operations in 2026. This conference cuts through the hype to give you practical, actionable knowledge about implementing AI technologies safely and effectively in your practice. Whether you're just getting started with AI or looking to expand beyond basic prompts, we'll cover the full spectrum: generative AI applications, machine learning integration in accounting workflows, fraud detection through anomaly identification, and the security considerations that matter for client data protection. You'll walk away with a clear understanding of what AI can actually do for your practice right now—not theoretical possibilities, but real implementations you can start using. We're going beyond ChatGPT basics to explore how different AI technologies work together in modern accounting environments, how to evaluate AI tools for your specific needs, and how to build guardrails that protect your clients while capturing efficiency gains. This is your opportunity to move from AI-curious to AI-competent, with two full days spread across the year to build your knowledge progressively.

This presentation focuses on four perspectives on how technology has changed our profession and life. Are you and your organization using AI? Are you using AI effectively? What happens when a teammate posts something offensive on social media? We must stay abreast of and be aware of the myriad uses, perils, ethics, and advantages of AI. What are the numerous considerations? The spotlight is to always enhance our skills and help our organization improve. Technology is always moving forward, just as we should. Otherwise, we risk being left behind. Join us to learn best practices. This day of the CFO Series will focus on these four topics: Living in the World of AI - How AI Has Changed Ethics Accounting in the Age of AI: What Every Leader Must Know About Using AI AI Is Not the Enemy: Practical Tools to Harness Technology Beyond Likes and Shares: Can Social Media Really Work at Work? OSCPA has partnered with the Idaho Society of CPAs for this event.

Back by popular demand! After a highly-rated Member Appreciation Day last year, we are bringing it back—because you asked, and because OSCPA values your continued membership. As a thank-you to our members, we’re offering a day of expert-led learning at no cost. That’s up to five hours of FREE CPE, exclusively for OSCPA members. Join us for an engaging learning experience designed to keep you informed, inspired, and connected—while earning complimentary CPE from trusted experts and partners.CPE: Up to 5 hours Why Attend? Back by Popular Demand: Our Member Appreciation Days have been a huge success—don’t miss this encore event Expert-Led Sessions: Build career skills and stay current  Diverse, Practical Topics: Sessions tailored to the evolving needs of accounting professionals Earn up to 5 Free CPE Credits: Complimentary and exclusive to OSCPA members Stay Current: Get timely updates on key developments impacting the profession Enhance Your Skills: Gain actionable insights you can immediately apply for clients and your organization Who Should Attend? This event is designed for OSCPA members at every career stage—from seasoned professionals to those new to the field—who want to build knowledge and stay on top of trends. Not an OSCPA member? Join OSCPA today and unlock exclusive benefits—starting with free access to this members-only CPE experience.  Join or renew here. Space is limited. Secure your spot today! Thank you to our event sponsors CAMICO, Summit HQ, and The Abundant Accountant:                          

The traditional process of chasing receipts and manually reconciling credit card statements is being replaced by intelligent systems that capture data at the point of purchase. This course provides a practical look at the current landscape of expense and bill management technology, featuring tools like Dext, Bill.com, and the automated features within leading small business accounting solutions. We will examine how these platforms use mobile apps, email integration, and OCR technology to stream transactions directly into the books, significantly reducing manual data entry while maintaining the necessary oversight and approval workflows that businesses require. Participants will explore the practical benefits of modernizing their "cash-out" processes, from deploying virtual cards with built-in spending limits to utilizing AI-driven anomaly detection to flag duplicate or unusual activity. We will discuss the features and benefits of various online payment systems and why a business might choose one solution over another based on their specific integration needs. By the end of this session, you will understand how to build an efficient, transparent expense management system that provides real-time visibility into company spending while strengthening internal controls.

The employer-employee relationship strains both sides in uncertain times, and businesses need CPAs, controllers, and other advisors to provide understanding of the complex legal, tax, and health care issues associated with all aspects of employment. This course provides in-depth coverage of this critical area. OSCPA has partnered with the Washington Society of CPAs for this event.

QuickBooks Desktop, Online, and Enterprise Solutions remain three of the most widely used accounting applications in use today. However, each platform continues to experience major changes across several fronts. Feature sets, licensing requirements, and price changes all impact users at unprecedented levels. Further, competition continues to emerge in the small business accounting battleground, adding confusion to the options existing QuickBooks and QuickBooks Online users may have. In this session, you will learn about many of the changes impacting QuickBooks Desktop, Online, and Enterprise users, and you can manage these changes for the benefit of your company or your clients.

Are you tired of struggling to create compelling charts and graphs? Join our session and transform your data into stunning visualizations that captivate and inform your audience. This isn't just another seminar on basic charts; it's a comprehensive guide to mastering advanced, interactive, and dynamic visualizations in Excel. In this session, you'll learn how to create visually appealing charts that are not only informative but also engaging. Discover the secrets to making your data come alive with interactive elements that ensure your audience understands and retains the information you present. Whether you're looking to enhance your communication skills or impress your stakeholders, this seminar is a must-attend. Don't miss out on the opportunity to take your Excel skills to the next level. Sign up now and start creating visualizations that make a lasting impact!