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Finance Business Partnering: The Essentials [NT]
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Online
8.0 Credits
Member Price: $308
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Critical Competencies This webcast builds on your current knowledge and experience to help you successfully navigate and drive value for your business during a time of disruptive, technology-led change. You will learn how to stay relevant and future-focused while building your competencies in critical areas including communication, influencing, and business acumen. This webcast also delivers strategies and best practices to support your ability to enable strategic decisions to drive business forward.
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Surgent's Audits of 401(k) Plans: New Developments and Critical Issues
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Online
8.0 Credits
Member Price: $299
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One of the most favored employee benefit plans, the 401(k) plan, provides unique challenges for auditors. Through this course, auditors will obtain an understanding of the rules and regulations unique to employee benefit plans and obtain practical guidance on applying them. Auditors will enhance their knowledge of the performance and reporting requirements through real-world examples, best practices, and efficient audit techniques that can be utilized in various audit engagements. Make sure your audits don't trigger a DOL inspection by conforming to all applicable rules and regulations.
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CPA to CFO (1 hour)
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Online
1.0 Credits
Member Price: $55
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This Masterclass is a one-hour training exclusively for CPAs and accountants. Rely less on tax season and use your expertise to help business owners have a better future! Designed for CPAs, but also applicable to enrolled agents and accountants, this webinar covers the steps necessary to effectively transform a tax or accounting practice into an advisory service. We explore what it means to be a CFO/advisor to small-to-medium sizes businesses and what qualifications are necessary to offer such a service. We will also cover how to find and convert leads and how to price and package services, including combining advisory services with the firm's current offerings. 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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Accounting for the Gig Economy (2 hours)
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Online
2.0 Credits
Member Price: $89
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Freelance work and other non-permanent employment arrangements are becoming increasingly popular ways for people to earn a living. Although these non-traditional activities offer novel, flexible ways to earn income from diverse sources, they also introduce nuanced recordkeeping, reporting, and attestation issues. We investigate characteristics of the gig economy, employee-versus-contractor considerations, bookkeeping, regulatory compliance, and external reporting considerations. We also explore best practices for CPAs who fulfill the role of trusted advisor for gig economy clients. 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 Ethical Approach to Mental Health Issues at Work (2 hours) [NT]
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Online
2.0 Credits
Member Price: $89
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In the past talking about mental issues in the workplace was taboo. Not anymore!!! So many of us suffer with mental health issues at some point in our lives. Poor mental health impacts, from a work perspective, productivity, absenteeism, retention and more. On a personal level it often causes personal distress and hopelessness. The Society of Human Resource Management (SHRM) is addressing mental illness as a critical factor for the wellbeing of organizations. Additionally, the EEOC is cracking down on mental health discrimination. It is a very important topic for any functional business! This ethics-based webinar will bring awareness to this issue and offer suggestions on managing mental health issues in ethical, compassionate and healthy ways. It will offer suggestions on managing mental health issues for leaders, managers and all staff to create and environment of safety and belonging. This webinar will also address the topic of suicide talking about warning signs and resources. 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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Adobe Acrobat Tips for Working with PDF Files (2 hours) [NT]
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Online
2.0 Credits
Member Price: $89
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If you find yourself working with PDF files consistently throughout the day, this course will teach you how to review, annotate, format and organize PDF files more effectively and in less time. You will also learn how to use Adobe Acrobat for e-signatures to reduce document processing time significantly and enhance confidentiality. Adobe Acrobat has many features that you can take advantage of and this course will explain and demonstrate how to use them. 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 AI is Automating Internal Control 25-26 (4 hours)
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Online
4.0 Credits
Member Price: $175
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Artificial Intelligence (AI) is mainstream, and most people have a basic understanding of it, but few know the depth and breadth of its capabilities. AI is making an impact in just about everything in business and our lives. The operation of an internal control system is also changing because of this incredible advancement. This course explains what AI is and how it works and goes into detail about how it can be applied to an internal control system. This course explores changes occurring in today?s world as well as what?s coming.
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Create Measures in Power BI that Define Your Metrics (4 hours) [NT]
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Online
4.0 Credits
Member Price: $149
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Unlock the full potential of your data with our specialized course, "Create Measures in Power BI that Define Your Metrics". Designed for professionals who aspire to excel in the dynamic world of data analysis, this 4-hour intensive training delves deep into the advanced functionalities of Microsoft Power BI. You'll embark on a journey to master the art of Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), a powerful tool in the Power BI suite to create metrics. This course is meticulously crafted to transform you into a proficient user, capable of harnessing complex DAX calculations to bring your data to life. The course content is thoughtfully structured to ensure a comprehensive learning experience. Starting with the foundational elements of DAX, you'll rapidly progress to tackle advanced formulas and time-intelligent functions, essential for nuanced data analysis. The highlight of the course is the emphasis on the DAX calculation process, a crucial aspect for validating measures in Power BI. Additionally, the practical application of PivotTables for measure validation will equip you with the skills to confirm the accuracy and effectiveness of your data measures. These advanced techniques are not just theoretical concepts but are presented through engaging, real-world scenarios, enabling you to apply your learning immediately to your daily tasks. This course is an invaluable step towards mastering Power BI and making data-driven decisions with confidence. 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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S Corporation (Form 1120S) – Formation to Liquidation 25-26
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Online
8.0 Credits
Member Price: $329
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With the increasing complexity and ever-changing nature of tax laws and issues, today?s accountant needs a S corporation course focusing on the birth, growth, maturity, and death of a closely held S corporation. This case driven course will deal with S corporation income tax laws from formation to liquidation. This class will review S corporation tax law by looking at case studies addressing issues and problems at both the S corporation and shareholder level. Each attendee will receive the most comprehensive reference manual with numerous practice aids and real-world examples and case studies.
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Business & Industry Conference - Beaverton
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Beaverton
8.0 Credits
Member Price: $315
This annual conference brings together industry leaders to learn, network and share ideas on how to grow and strengthen your skills to better serve your business and customers.
Business & Industry Conference - Webcast
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Online
8.0 Credits
Member Price: $315
This annual conference brings together industry leaders to learn, network and share ideas on how to grow and strengthen your skills to better serve your business and customers.
Ethical Considerations of the New AICPA SSTS Rules (2 hours)
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Online
2.0 Credits
Member Price: $89
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The AICPA revised the Statements on Standards for Tax Services, which provide the framework for the AICPA ethical guidance for tax practitioners. This program will review the new standards that apply to all members who provide tax services, effective January 1, 2024. 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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Surgent's Individual and Financial-Planning Tax Camp
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Online
8.0 Credits
Member Price: $299
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Each year brings its own set of tax planning challenges, and this year is no exception. This course aims to arm tax planners with planning strategies and ideas that all clients, but in particular, wealthy clients, middle-income clients, and closely held business owners need to consider right now to take advantage of present opportunities and plan for future tax advantages. Learn strategies that can really have an impact on client lives, while also bringing value to you and your firm. This material is continuously updated for recent legislation impacting individual taxpayers.
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Using ChatGPT with Excel (2 hours) [NT]
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Online
2.0 Credits
Member Price: $89
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In this innovative course, participants will learn to combine the power of artificial intelligence with the functionality of Microsoft Excel. You will learn how to leverage ChatGPT, OpenAI's powerful language model, to improve your Excel skills and decrease the time it takes to build spreadsheets. The course will include a quick introduction to ChatGPT but the majority of the time will be spent using ChatGPT to create an Excel spreadsheet. 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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Technology Trends Update for CPAs with John Higgins (4 hours)
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Online
4.0 Credits
Member Price: $149
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Join us for an enlightening presentation where we delve into the pivotal technology trends reshaping the accounting profession. This course covers an array of topics including cloud computing, big data, data analytics, Robotic Process Automation (RPA), Machine Learning (ML), Artificial Intelligence (AI), cryptocurrency, blockchain technology, and the metaverse. We will also cover provide an update on the current market for cloud based accounting / ERP and personal productivity software. Designed for forward-thinking professionals, this session offers insights into how these technologies impact your business, your firm, your clients and most importantly, your career. Stay ahead in your field by understanding these emerging technologies and their practical applications in business. 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 Leadership Skills of Tomorrow: Delegate and Listen (2 hours) [NT]
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Online
2.0 Credits
Member Price: $89
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Mastering two leadership skills will decrease your stress, and give you room to enjoy your career. Delegating and listening are key essential skills to hone to elevate your career. You were born with two ears and one mouth. And yet, good listeners aren't born. World-class listeners deliberately practice this skill, even when their audience is challenging. This is a skill which can be learned. Participants will gain awareness into their blind spots to listening, strategies to regain focus, how to stop interrupting, and demonstrate to their audience they are listening. How often have you said, "It would just be easier if I did this myself?" or "Nobody can do this task as well as I can, so I'll just do it myself." If this sounds like you, then it's time to start working on your delegation skills. Delegation is not only important as a means to save you time, but it is also about developing the next generation of leaders. 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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Beyond the Basics: Financial Ratios You Might Be Overlooking (1 hour)
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Online
1.0 Credits
Member Price: $55
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Overview: Understanding your company's financial health requires more than just traditional metrics. This webinar is designed to reveal deeper insights through advanced, underutilized financial ratios. In this session, accounting and finance professionals will explore metrics such as operating leverage, free cash flow yield, and margin of safety-tools that go beyond standard ratios to deliver nuanced perspectives on profitability, risk exposure, and operational efficiency. 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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Ethical AI Practices for CPAs: Ensuring Responsible Use (2 hours) [NT]
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Online
2.0 Credits
Member Price: $89
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Explore the ethical implications of using generative AI. This course addresses potential risks and dilemmas, providing guidelines to ensure responsible and compliant integration. Learn how to balance innovation with ethical obligations to maintain trust and integrity. 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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Ethics without Fear for Accounting and Finance Professionals (2 hours) [NT]
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Online
2.0 Credits
Member Price: $125
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Finance and accounting professionals are on a pedestal and are often held to a higher standard. Keeping your ethical skills sharpened is crucial to reducing your fear and raising your courage as you solve tough decisions in real-time. This fast-paced and interactive presentation will help you practice exactly that. What will you gain? The ability to choose the most effective path in daily situations, so that when a significant crisis hits you are comfortable in your actions. Be ready, be courageous, be fair, and be consistent.