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Employee benefit plan audits are complex. It can be an immense challenge to follow proper procedures and maintain current compliance. Our ERISA experts will address plan documentation, compliance and the most relevant issues and topics to help you master the ERISA process. A special thank you to the members of the ERISA Project Committee for developing the 2026 conference.

Completion of this course will assist practitioners in fulfilling the requirements for admission to the Oregon Municipal Roster, in addition to being a resource for training on governmental accounting and auditing. This program is offered once a year. Plan early to meet your requirement! This course may be appropriate to meet the biennial CPE requirements to continue on the Municipal Roster. The course will use the AICPA Audit and Accounting Guide for State and Local Governments as the source material. Participants will be expected to have a copy of the guide to use during the training. While not required, it will be helpful for participants to have reviewed the layout and topics included in the guide. YELLOW BOOK: Qualifies for Yellow Book CPE based on your unique audited entity.

This comprehensive case-driven training is designed to get the accountant up to speed quickly in the area of basis calculations and distribution planning for the owners of pass- thru entities (i.e., S corporations, partnerships, and limited liability companies (LLCs)). The cornerstone of this course is the line-by-line analysis of the Schedule K-1s and how it affects the basis calculations.

All the ethics you need to know! Award winning and entertaining discussion leader Mark Hugh will review the AICPA Code of Professional Conduct and key Oregon differences; discuss new developments at the national and state level in ethics in the last two years; best practices for CPAs in public accounting and industry; highlight emerging issues; and discuss Oregon administration and enforcement, including examples of recent disciplinary actions.NOTE: This course meets the Oregon Board of Accountancy's biennial four-hour ethics requirement.For the most current Oregon Administrative Rules (OARs), refer to the BOA website: https://tinyurl.com/OR-BOA-Rules.

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"It's the little things that matter." We are so busy that we sometimes fail to do the fundamental duties as well as we should. How can we get more out of every audit, reduce the pressure, and streamline the process? What lessons can we learn from diabolical and brazen fraud activities? We need to re-examine our internal controls so they will be effective today and will scale to remain effective in the future. Even the Statement of Cash Flows can be made much more effective - we will show you how. These 'little things' can and do have an outsized impact. We will review today's best practices. We can all learn from the mistakes made by others so we will be even more efficient. This day of the CFO Series will focus on these four topics: Audit Survival Toolkit: Tactics to Reduce Stress and Get Through Audits with Confidence Internal Controls That Matter: Protection with Simple, Smart, and Scalable Practices Cash Flow Clarity: Effectively Communicate Cash Flows to Drive Better Decisions Amazingly Crazy Fraud Cases - Fraud So Wild It Shouldn't Be Real This event is part of OSCPA's 2026 CFO Series, designed to provide a convenient, one-stop way for senior level financial managers and executives, CFOs and those who aspire to be CFOs, to choose multiple days of CPE with a single decision. Each day consists of a subject-matter expert, leading discussions about four different topics. The CFO Series features high-quality presentations and an interactive, executive level, colleague-to-colleague approach with case studies, group discussions, and team exercises. Register by May 1 and save $20 of this webcast. Register for the 2026 CFO Series Bundle and save up to $200 (that is $40 off each course)!

The Ultimate Toolkit for Junior Tax Staff The 2026 AICPA Tax School Level 1 content will help you establish core skills and expand practical tax knowledge, including key issues surrounding recent changes to taxation of pension plans and IRS distributions, Medicare payroll tax, NIIT, S corporation distributions, items affecting shareholder basis, passive activity loss rules and much more. This 4-day experience includes five complete courses and covers key areas to ensure early-career tax professionals are well prepared to begin their careers and support their firms. Individual Tax Fundamentals Tax Fundamentals of LLCs and Partnerships S Corporations: Key Issues, Compliance, and Tax Strategies Capitalized Costs and Depreciation Taxation of Property Transactions IRS CE: Approved Note: This tax school level 1 is also offered Nov. 16-19, 2026 with an early registration discount of $250 when purchased by Oct. 26, 2026. OSCPA has partnered with the Idaho Society of CPAs for this event.

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.

There have been several changes in Oregon law, as well as changes in the federal law that impact estate planning in Oregon. The speakers will unwind the complicated changes in the law and address the nuances that affect proper planning for Oregon clients and their families.

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Yellow Book and Single Audit engagements are routinely selected for peer review and continue to be areas of heightened scrutiny by peer reviewers and federal oversight agencies. This course examines common deficiencies identified in GAGAS and Single Audit engagements, with a focus on understanding why these issues arise and how they can be avoided. Participants will review frequent deficiencies related to Yellow Book requirements issued by the U.S. Government Accountability Office, including independence, CPE, and reporting considerations. The course also addresses common Single Audit deficiencies, including internal controls over compliance, compliance testing, and major program determination. Designed for auditors performing Yellow Book and Single Audit engagements, this course helps participants recognize recurring problem areas and better understand the requirements that continue to drive peer review findings.YELLOW BOOK: Qualifies for Yellow Book CPE based on your unique audited entity.

In today's fast-paced technological environment, staying ahead is crucial for accounting professionals. At the 2026 Technology Conference by K2 Enterprises, nationally recognized speakers will offer practical solutions to real-world technology challenges and insights into emerging technologies like Artificial Intelligence. Attendees will gain the knowledge and preparedness necessary to navigate the ever-changing technology landscape confidently, both now and in the future.

Today, tax related issues constitute over 50% of all claims asserted against CPAs. Thi course includes most aspects of a professional's tax practice under IRC 6694; planning, return preparation, and audit representation. It covers three major subjects: first, client consulting tax advance transaction planning, structuring, and coordinating; second, preparation of and "preparer" signature on the actual federal tax return to be filed; and third, representing the client during an audit by an IRS revenue agent and/or at IRS appeals. The professional's roles here and ethical positions may significantly change. The degree of responsibility and related potential damages asserted by both the client and taxing authorities against the CPA preparer are explored. Many tax-related legal reported cases are referred to in this course to provide substantive examples of the application of a given IRS legal principle to practitioner's client tax factual situations. Case citations are included so you can read the actual case holdings; Google the citation. Unless the legal decision is from the U.S. Supreme Court there is no certainty that the tribunal of any individual state, U.S. Tax Court, or federal Circuit Court of Appeals would follow the cited precedent. State Supreme court decisions control their state courts and State Board of Accountancy, but not IRS. Federal Court of Appeals decisions control their district trial courts.

The newest evolution of AI technology is Agentic AI. This technology enables you to deploy AI agents to take action on your behalf and execute tasks. Agentic AI is the key enabler to using AI technology to automate your workflows. Learning how to take advantage of AI agents provides a substantial competitive advantage. This course will teach you the fundamentals of agentic AI and how you can put them to work in your firm or business.

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We'll take a deep dive into a broad array of tax strategies covering a broad range of strategies including reasonable compensation, cost of converting a C corporation to an S Corporation, how to fix inadvertent S corporation terminations, creating shareholder basis through loans, exit strategies for owners, maximizing the section 199A deduction, and important considerations for preserving S corp status when a shareholder dies.

This comprehensive course provides a focused update on key auditing developments affecting GAGAS and Single Audit engagements. The course integrates recent changes to the Yellow Book issued by the U.S. Government Accountability Office with major updates to Uniform Guidance and related Single Audit requirements. Participants will begin with an overview of significant revisions to the 2024 Yellow Book, including changes related to quality management, key audit matters, and effective dates. The course also addresses the GAO's implementation delay and its implications for audit planning, along with recent updates to the Green Book that may affect internal control considerations for governmental entities and Single Audits. The course then shifts to recent developments affecting Single Audits, including the 2024 Uniform Guidance overhaul, updates to Appendix B of the AICPA GAS/Single Audit Guide, and guidance issued through the Office of Management and Budget (OMB). Reporting-related changes, including the transition to SAM.gov-based reporting, are also discussed. YELLOW BOOK: Qualifies for Yellow Book CPE based on your unique audited entity.

Buying, selling, or gifting a business requires thoughtful tax and estate planning to ensure a smooth and tax- efficient transaction. This course provides a practical overview of the key tax implications and planning techniques involved in structuring these transfers. You'll examine valuation methods, transaction types, and the tools needed to guide clients through complex business decisions. We'll also cover strategies for minimizing tax exposure and preserving family wealth, including the use of trusts, partnerships, and ESOPs. Special attention is given to transferring business interests in a way that aligns with both personal and financial goals. Whether planning an exit or succession strategy, this course prepares you to offer informed, creative solutions.

The Ultimate Toolkit for Mid-Level Tax Staff The 2026 AICPA Tax School Level 2 expands the depth and breadth of your staff's tax knowledge through a series of courses designed to strengthen your firm and accelerate professional growth. This 3-day experience includes four complete courses covering key areas to equip staff with the confidence and skills to work more independently and take on greater responsibility. Advanced Tax Planning S Corporations Advanced Taxation Partnerships & LLCs Tax Planning for Small Businesses Estate & Trust Primer Some sessions IRS CE approved OSCPA has partnered with the Idaho Society of CPAs for this event.

Auditing is the backbone of building trust – and staying current on standards is essential to maintaining that trust. Join fellow CPAs at the 2026 OSCPA Accounting & Auditing Conference to sharpen your skills, explore new topics and prepare for the unexpected in our current political climate. Develop the ability to navigate complex reporting requirements and enhance your own audit capability with top experts in the A&A field. Don’t miss this opportunity to hone your talents and continue providing the insights and knowledge to those who rely on you most. A special thank you to the members of the Accounting & Auditing Project Committee for developing the 2026 conference.

Auditing is the backbone of building trust – and staying current on standards is essential to maintaining that trust. Join fellow CPAs at the 2026 OSCPA Accounting & Auditing Conference to sharpen your skills, explore new topics and prepare for the unexpected in our current political climate. Develop the ability to navigate complex reporting requirements and enhance your own audit capability with top experts in the A&A field. Don’t miss this opportunity to hone your talents and continue providing the insights and knowledge to those who rely on you most. We encourage in-person attendance to maximize engagement, interaction, and networking. If you're unable to attend onsite, a live webcast option is available. A special thank you to the members of the Accounting & Auditing Project Committee for developing the 2026 conference.

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 and mitigate the risks associated with using generative AI.

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Anyone who has ever attended a lecture-format ethics seminar knows there is a much better way. Cases in Corporate Ethics provides an opportunity for lively group discussion of real world, ethical dilemmas. Cases in Corporate Ethics examines eight cases drawn from real life business conflicts involving corporate financial managers.NOTE: This course meets the Oregon Board of Accountancy's biennial four-hour ethics requirement.For the most current Oregon Administrative Rules (OARs), refer to the BOA website: https://tinyurl.com/OR-BOA-Rules.