CPE + Events Catalog
Fraud Case Studies: 21st Century Professional Misbehavior (4 hours)
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Online
4.0 Credits
Member Price: $149
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Savvy accountants pay attention to fraud trends so they can implement preventive and/or detective controls. This course examines novel frauds to explore potential mitigation measures. Participants will see how selected frauds were accomplished so they can consider internal controls that could have foiled the fraudsters' nefarious efforts. We examine broad ethical considerations and specific provisions of the AICPA Code of Professional Conduct. Along the way, we consider dramatic details of several fraud cases to illustrate practical applications that accountants can apply in their professional endeavors. 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: How to Run Your Business Well (2 hours) [NT]
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Online
2.0 Credits
Member Price: $89
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Ready to elevate your accounting practice through ethical decision-making? If you consistently apply the five principles of ethical intelligence that Forbes Contributor Bruce Weinstein, The Ethics Guy, presents in this high-content, results-focused webinar, your business will prosper. Beginning with the most fundamental principle of all, Do No Harm, you'll discover how to make the right decisions in a range of challenging situations. Through engaging, real-life "What would you do?" scenarios, an exploration of the principles of ethical intelligence, and a few fun writing exercises, you'll gain practical insights you can apply professionally and personally. We'll also answer some frequently asked questions about ethics that will enrich your understanding of a topic you can't afford to ignore. We end with a Call to Action, so that you can put the lessons you learn into practice immediately. You'll leave with the tools to foster trust, build a thriving practice, and impress clients with the high standards of service you live by. Who knew an ethics webinar could be both practical and fun? 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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Principles of Collaboration: Weigh in to the Buy In (1 hour)
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Online
1.0 Credits
Member Price: $75
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In this course, Tom Hood shares why collaboration matters now, what collaboration really is, how to facilitate collaboration, collaboration techniques, and examples of how collaboration can be effectively used. Aspiring leaders and leaders of teams and organizations will learn why collaboration is important and how to make it work.
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Applying the New Expected Credit Loss Model (2 hours)
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Online
2.0 Credits
Member Price: $79
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All entities are subject to the new expected credit loss model established by recent GAAP. This course will provide highlights of the latest requirements for measurement, presentation, and disclosure.
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Thinking Like an Auditor When Preparing Your Financial Statements (2 hours)
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Online
2.0 Credits
Member Price: $79
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External auditors understand concepts like materiality, reasonableness, and risk of material misstatement. This course will explain how to think like an auditor when preparing and fairly presenting your financial statements and related disclosures.
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How AI Fits into the Accounting World (2 hours)
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Online
2.0 Credits
Member Price: $89
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This session is designed as a primer to introduce artificial intelligence (AI) and to discuss how it will impact accountants as they work. The material will briefly explain what AI is and then focus on ways that it is already serving those in the accounting realm. It will close with a look at future AI-centric developments that will have great potential to positively impact the accounting profession. Those wishing to gain an understanding of what artificial intelligence is and how it will be used by accountants should consider attending this session. 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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Power BI - Bringing It All Together for Data Analysis (2 hours) [NT]
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Online
2.0 Credits
Member Price: $89
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Power BI - Bringing It All Together for Data Analysis is an advanced-level course designed for professionals looking to integrate and optimize their use of Microsoft Power Pivot and Power BI. Building on the foundational knowledge from previous courses, this session focuses on the crucial next steps after creating data models and measures, guiding participants on how to fully utilize the potential of these tools to uncover insights and create impactful, actionable visualizations. This course takes a deep dive into the critical aspects of using Power BI to its fullest potential, emphasizing a holistic approach to data analytics. You'll learn how to build a streamlined workflow, ensuring every step in your data journey contributes to actionable insights. The course also focuses on optimizing performance for data models, utilizing advanced features of Power BI Services, and moving beyond basic data models to create advanced solutions tailored to real-world business needs. By the end of the course, you'll be able to synthesize all your Power BI skills to design and deliver powerful analytics solutions tailored to any audience. Whether you're presenting to stakeholders, sharing insights across teams, or managing enterprise-level reporting, this course will equip you with the tools and strategies to succeed. Perfect for Power BI users looking to tie all the pieces together into a comprehensive, efficient workflow. 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 2025 Tax Update for Client Advisory Services (4 hours)
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Online
4.0 Credits
Member Price: $159
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Client advisory services (CAS) professionals are becoming a more integral part of the operations of any CPA firm. As such, they must stay on top of changing tax law. In this course, we will explore tax changes in areas CAS professionals are involved with - information reporting, payroll tax issues, and tax credit and deduction documentation. We will also discuss relevant changes to individual and business tax returns so that CAS professionals can better assist clients with tax needs in the upcoming year.
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The Competent Accountant - Mastering the Role of the Controller/ CFO (4 hours) [NT]
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Online
4.0 Credits
Member Price: $129
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How do you raise your skills to the next level to master the Controller or CFO role? Welcome to a course that provides insights that align the CGMA Competency Framework. The course will examine each of the areas: Technical, Business, Leadership and People to increase your competency. How are your technical skills? Are you a traditional accountant or have you learned to expand your technical skills to go beyond “what are the financial numbers?” to “why did these financial results occur?” Are you able to use ratios to understand the business dynamics and the implications to change course or take corrective action? Are the systems that you implement and operate best practices or merely stop-gap solutions? How are your business skills? Can you set a vision? Can you develop a strategy? Do you understand the macroeconomic environment of your organization? Can you lead a major project to a successful conclusion? This session will explore the role of business as opposed to tracking the results of the business. How are your people skills? How good is your ability to influence others? How are successful are your negotiation skills? How well can you communicate? Are you a collaborator or a partner? This section will help accountants understand that it is people skills that drive the overall success of the accounting operations. Finally, how are your Leadership skills? Do you inspire staff or make them angry? Do you know why your staff work for your company and you? Do you understand what employees want from their position? Do you know how to deal with a difficult staff person? Can you lead difficult change? This session will help you recognize what leadership truly is as opposed to what passes for day to day management.
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New Mergers & Acquisitions: Tricks, Traps, & Terrors (4.2 hours) [NT]
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Online
4.2 Credits
Member Price: $129
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Welcome to a course that makes the process of M&A easy to understand and easy to implement within your organization or your clients' organization. The course will provide an intensive overview of the M&A process. Focus will be on practical techniques to guide you through the M&A jungle and avoid the traps that have befallen many organizations.
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Recruit. Retain. Engage. Mastering LinkedIn for HR Success (2 hours) [NT]
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Online
2.0 Credits
Member Price: $89
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Today's savvy executives use LinkedIn to accelerate hiring, as well as, to promote employee retention and engagement. This interactive session is for the financial executive who is actively growing and nurturing a team or company and wants to leverage LinkedIn, which is the best digital resource available. Join us for this powerful webinar and unlock the full potential of LinkedIn as your HR secret weapon for recruiting top talent, retaining your best employees, and elevating overall team engagement. 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 Gaining a Competitive Advantage: Critical Skills for CFOs and Controllers (4 hours) [NT]
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Online
4.0 Credits
Member Price: $159
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All organizations are looking for ways to gain an advantage over the competition. This practical and interactive session will present a toolkit of ideas to help CFOs, controllers and finance professionals better position their organizations for the future. We know change is occurring at an exponential rate, and that has proven to be the case in all areas of finance, management, and leadership over the past year. The course deals with these new issues and will continue to be updated as necessary throughout the year. Become the "financial hero" of your organization and make a positive impact on the bottom-line.
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Common Deficiencies in Employee Benefit Plans (2 hours)
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Online
2.0 Credits
Member Price: $79
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Discover critical insights from the latest Department of Labor studies on employee benefit plan audits and tackle the pressing issue of audit deficiencies head-on. This course dives deep into the most common errors undermining audit quality and explores the underlying causes of these issues. Through practical strategies, engaging case studies, and regulatory guidance, participants will learn how to close gaps in compliance, enhance audit execution, and protect plan participants and beneficiaries. Whether you're an experienced auditor or new to benefit plan audits, this course will equip you with the tools needed to elevate audit quality and ensure regulatory compliance.
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Build Better Budgets: Fundamental Techniques (2 hours)
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Online
2.0 Credits
Member Price: $89
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This session provides insights for enhancing the preparation and utilization of budgets. Seasoned accountants will benefit from a refreshed awareness of popular techniques. Budding financial professionals will obtain novel insight regarding fundamental budgeting concepts. All participants will develop an appreciation for the holistic nature of budgeting as an integral tool for planning and control. 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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Current Audit Environment and ASB Activity (2 hours)
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Online
2.0 Credits
Member Price: $125
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New pronouncements from ASB are covered so you can be up to date on ASB activities and understand how to apply the guidance.
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Surgent's Understanding and Managing Burnout Among Accounting and Finance Professionals (2 hours) [NT]
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Online
2.0 Credits
Member Price: $119
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According to a recent study, over 70% of accounting professionals suffer from burnout, leading to feelings of exhaustion, inefficiency, and dissatisfaction with their careers. Recurring challenges for accounting and finance professionals include long hours, repetitive work, pressing client demands, and changing rules and regulations. Together, these conditions contribute to chronic workplace stress. Burnout is real, and firms that ignore this common problem pay a high price. Nearly three out of five employees in accounting and finance professions report psychological harm from work-related stress, including an overall feeling of lack of interest, motivation, or energy. Fortunately, individuals and organizations are beginning to take career burnout more seriously, especially in the post-pandemic era. This course looks at the causes of accounting burnout and examines strategies organizations are implementing to address and reduce a well-known but often overlooked problem.
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Tax Season Update for Business with Steve Dilley (4 hours)
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Online
4.0 Credits
Member Price: $149
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This program provides an update to the latest tax developments, rules and regulations impacting business taxpayers, with a review and integration of the numerous 2021/22 legislation. 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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A Practitioner's Guide to IRAs and Qualified Retirement Plans
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Online
8.0 Credits
Member Price: $225
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Are you ready to expand your practice and offer comprehensive retirement planning services? Look no further! Delve deeper into the realm of IRAs and qualified retirement plans with this comprehensive eight-hour course tailored for financial practitioners. Understanding the intricate tax implications, design options, and strategic considerations of these plans is essential for meeting your clients' diverse retirement needs effectively. By the end of the program, practitioners will emerge equipped to confidently advise clients on a myriad of retirement planning strategies, enhancing their expertise and credibility in the field. Explore the intricacies of different IRAs, ranging from traditional to Roth, and gain valuable insights into SEPs, qualified plans, and contribution plans. Navigate through the complexities of 401(k) plans, including Roth 401(k)s, and master the art of seamlessly navigating minimum distribution rules. Through practical highlights, case studies, and real-world scenarios, this course empowers practitioners to not only select the optimal retirement plans for their clients' unique financial goals but also to provide personalized retirement solutions tailored to individual needs. Don't miss out on this opportunity to elevate your practice and establish yourself as a trusted advisor in retirement planning. Enroll today and embark on a journey towards maximizing your clients' financial future! **Please Note: If you need credit reported to the IRS for this IRS approved program, please download the IRS CE request form on the Course Materials Tab and submit to kori.herrera@acpen.com.
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Grading Your Auditors - Are You Getting the Most Value? (2 hours)
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Online
2.0 Credits
Member Price: $89
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An audit is an investment in reliable financial reporting and compliance, and an increased return on those dollars can be achieved by hiring the right auditors. This course will provide key factors for you to consider when evaluating whether you are getting the most quality and insight from your auditors, to enable them to perform the most value-added audit possible in the given circumstances - while retaining the trust of a CPA. 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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Benford's Law and Other Digital Analysis Techniques (1.8 hours)
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Online
1.8 Credits
Member Price: $79
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Numbers and especially the digits within those numbers can conceal a lot of information. Benford's Law and other digital analysis techniques can be the keys to unlocking that information. This session will explain what Benford's Law is, how it works, and how it can be used to reveal bogus information and made-up data. Accountants and auditors should understand how to use this valuable audit tool as well as other digital analysis techniques. But, if you attend this session, you must promise not to reveal the secret behind these techniques to any fraud perpetrators.
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