CPE Catalog & Events
K2's Advanced QuickBooks Tips And Techniques
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Webinar
4.00 Credits
Member Price: $129
Tips for improving efficiency with QuickBooks and QuickBooks Online Better reporting when working in QuickBooks environments Tips for cleaning up QuickBooks and QuickBooks Online instances Managing inventory more effectively when working with QuickBooks and QuickBooks Online
The Art of Marketing for CPAs
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Webinar
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $129
Why marketing and self promotion are so important today What keeps people from learning this skill, and how to overcome those obstacles How to get people (your boss, co-workers or clients) to like working with you How to sell someone on your services in a single minute How to attract more clients or the attention of your boss in a way that "wows" them How to get referrals from your clients or glowing reviews from your boss The 3 communication skills every business person needs to master, and why The 3 principles that really lead to more success in the business world, and how you can use those principles for you company and career
The Competent Accountant - Mastering the Role of the Controller/ CFO
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Webinar
4.00 Credits
Member Price: $129
Business Management Organization
Fundamentals of 1031 Exchanges 25-26
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Webinar
8.00 Credits
Member Price: $329
Statutory framework for 1031 exchanges Business and investment property characterization Deferred exchange rules and techniques Exchange mathematics: boot, gain and basis Reporting for failed exchanges (over two tax periods) Improvement, reverse and non-safe harbor exchanges Partnership and TIC issues: IRC Sec. 761
Preparation, Compilations and Reviews?A Practical Workshop 25-26
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Webinar
8.00 Credits
Member Price: $329
Preparation Compilations Reviews
Fundamentals of the 1040 for Junior Staff
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Webinar
8.00 Credits
Member Price: $245
Form 1040 essentials: filing requirements, due dates, and key schedules Filing status, dependency rules, and taxable income sources (wages, business income, rental income, and investments) Adjustments to income, deductions, and tax credits (standard vs. itemized deductions, Child Tax Credit, Earned Income Tax Credit, and Education Credits) Self-employment and business income taxation (Schedule C, self-employment tax, business deductions) Rental income and pass-through entity reporting (Schedule E, Schedule K-1, shareholder stock and debt basis on Form 7203) Preparer due diligence, Circular 230 compliance, and taxpayer rights IRS cybersecurity considerations and best practices for taxpayer data security Legislative updates for 2024 and potential changes in 2025
Beyond the Numbers: Success Strategies for Female CPAs
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Webinar
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $89
The major topics that will be covered in this course include:How to increase your visibility instead of flying under the radar.Critical time management techniques that allow you to focus and prioritize the right strategic initiatives.How your inner critic operates and how to silence it.How to build a network of community support and mentoring.What impostor syndrome is and how it may be holding you back.
Forensic Accounting: Crafting Expert Reports
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Webinar
4.00 Credits
Member Price: $149
The major topics that will be covered in this course include:Introduction to Forensic Accounting: Gain an understanding of the fundamentals, roles, and responsibilities of forensic accountants in uncovering financial discrepancies, fraud, and economic damages.Maintain Ethical Integrity: Learn the importance of ethics in forensic accounting and strategies for ethical decision-making.Expert Report Preparation: Learn the essential components, best practices, and common pitfalls in writing clear, concise, and objective expert reports for legal proceedings.Investigation Report Writing: Explore the methodologies for conducting investigations, gathering evidence, and crafting thorough and accurate investigation reports.Economic Damages Writing: Understand the methodologies and best practices for calculating economic damages, including lost profits, business valuation, and other financial impacts.Reviewing Investigation Reports and Economic Damages: Analyze real-world examples to review and critique investigation reports and damage calculations, highlighting key insights and lessons learned.
K2's Microsoft 365/Office 365 - All The Things You Need To Know
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Webinar
8.00 Credits
Member Price: $225
Understanding the Microsoft 365/Office 365 subscription model Working with vital 365-based apps and services Using Teams as your primary collaboration tool Taking advantage of lesser-known features and services in a Microsoft 365/Office 365 subscription
K2's Effective Automation And Outsourcing
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Webinar
1.00 Credits
Member Price: $39
Overview of how firms and businesses currently use automation and outsourcing Discussion of the management and regulatory compliance issues with offshore and onshore outsourcing use in small and mid-size organizations Review of which tasks are best suited for offshoring, which solutions are best for onshore outsourcing, and which solutions can be solved with technology Discussion of specific solution providers which provide solutions for tax and accounting firms as well as internal accounting departments
Emotional Intelligence for Professionals: Mastering the Human Side of Success
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Webinar
1.00 Credits
Member Price: $39
Emotions Relationships Emotional Intelligence Communication
Businesses Receiving Government Assistance
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Webinar
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $79
What is Yellow Book? What is different because of Yellow Book? When might Yellow Book apply to a business? Common application of concepts to businesses Answers to common questions
Introduction to Single Audit
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Webinar
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $79
Single Audit Accounting & Auditing Yellowbook
Communicating in a Virtual and Live Environment - Numbers Matter But So Do Words
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Webinar
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $79
Tackling the emotions of presenting Use of visuals in presentations Telling stories Who is your audience and why is it crucial? Defining presentations in a virtual and live world dynamic Discuss the overarching themes of effective presentations Building out a presentation with a roadmap order Discuss the types of presentations, including the good and the bad Tips on the right considerations in being effective in virtual presentations
Effectively Responding to IRS Letters
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Webinar
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $79
Types of IRS letters: General notices, audits, collections, return requests, and errors Deadlines for responding to IRS correspondence Communication best practices for dealing with the IRS Avoiding escalation and penalties through proactive responses Ensuring compliance when addressing IRS correspondence Real-world examples of successful IRS communications Common pitfalls in handling IRS letters and how to avoid them
Using AI to Instantly Transform Ideas into Revenue Streams
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Webinar
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $89
The major topics that will be covered in this course include:AI-powered ideation and opportunity identification techniquesDigital asset creation workflows using generative AI toolsAudio and video content generation using AI avatars and synthesisE-commerce integration and product development strategiesAI-driven presentation and visual content creationSocial media content optimization and distributionMulti-format content transformation (articles, songs, comics, storyboards)
Dashboard and Report Design Principles Using Excel
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Webinar
4.00 Credits
Member Price: $129
Principles of Visual Design for Dashboards and Reports Chart Design for Rapid Understanding Table Design for Efficiency Effective Use of Commentary Strategic Layout Techniques Trend Analysis Methods Developing Organizational Design Standards Excel Application Techniques Critical Review Skills Best Practices for Data Presentation
Audit Skills for Beginners
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Webinar
4.00 Credits
Member Price: $129
Professional skepticism – Creating a mindset for finding fraud and error Audit documentation basics – Creating workpapers that pass review The audit risk model – Understanding the foundational principles Internal control fundamentals - Satisfying the requirements for evaluating the design and implementation of internal control over financial reporting
Getting On Top of It All: How to Work Smarter, Not Harder - Part 2
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Webinar
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $129
Why important things don’t get done on a timely basis, and what to do about it Five ways to increase productivity that almost no one ever uses The four proven ways to keep yourself and your staff motivated to consistently work at the highest level How to avoid feeling stressed out—even though your “to do” list is endless The three time management techniques that you’re not using that are critical to your success How to know and avoid what is a poor use or waste of your time How to set goals that excite you, and how to guarantee they actually get done Three ways to elicit help from others that ensure their cooperation and help The smart things to do with the extra time you’ll have when you’re on top of it all
Data & Predictive Analytics & Business Intelligence for Controllers/CFOs
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Webinar
1.00 Credits
Member Price: $129
DA and BI relationship to accountant value. Current trends in BI and DA, including the emergence of AI tools like ChatGPT. The changing accountant roles: data analyst, data scientist, and data storyteller, with an emphasis on how ChatGPT can be utilized in these capacities. Obtaining datasets to compare and contrast with their organization's data, and how ChatGPT can assist in analyzing and interpreting this data. BI tools and the inclusion of AI technologies such as ChatGPT to streamline processes and improve analytical capabilities.