CPE Catalog & Events
ACPEN: The Single Audit from Beginning to End Update
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Webinar
8.00 Credits
Member Price: $250
Introduction Applicable AICPA standards Applicable OMB Circular Gathering information - determining the major programs Identifying risk – identifying the applicable compliance requirements Assessing risk – considering the internal controls over compliance requirements Designing procedures that are responsive to assessed risks – the tests of internal controls and compliance Evaluating single audit evidence
S Corporations: Comprehensive walk through of Form 1120S
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Webinar
8.00 Credits
Member Price: $239
The major topics that will be covered in this course include:Subchapter S status election and compliance requirementsRelief for late Form 2553 filings under Rev. Proc. 2022-19Comparison of Rev. Proc. 2022-19 and Rev. Proc. 2023-3I.R.C. §1361 and §1362 analysis for S Corporation electionsCorporate governance and formalities complianceShareholder stock and debt basis rulesBuilt-in capital gains and other aspects of Form 1120SSchedules K-1, K-2, and K-3 preparation and reporting requirementsOfficer reasonable compensation: requirements, advisory strategies, and audit defensesS Corporation eligibility errors and corrective measures
ACPEN: Understand Yours and Other People's Styles: Meet Them in the Middle and Be More Effective in Generating Great Results!
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Webinar
1.00 Credits
Member Price: $39
Communications Self-Awareness Leadership
ACPEN: Can You Really Do That With AI?
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Webinar
1.00 Credits
Member Price: $39
AI fundamentals AI tools you already own Analyzing data using AI AI risks and concerns
ACPEN: The Controllership Series - The Controller's Role in Pro Forma Financial Statements
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Webinar
1.00 Credits
Member Price: $39
Accounting Finance
ACPEN: The Risks of Artificial Intelligence - Part 1
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Webinar
1.60 Credits
Member Price: $79
Artificial Intelligence Technical Artificial Intelligence Ethical Risks of Artificial Intelligence
ACPEN: S Corporation Essentials: Stock & Loan Basis Reporting
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Webinar
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $89
Basis of stock and debt Form 1040, Schedule E Shareholder basis of indebtedness Limitation of deduction of losses AAA and distributions
ACPEN: Annual Update on the 2024 Revised Uniform Guidance And Time & Effort Reporting
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Webinar
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $89
The definitions in 2 CFR 200.1 are the building blocks of the regulation and so we will provide you the impactful revisions to the citation language This session will provide you the precise wording changes, showing parts that were changed or new requirements that were added We will discuss universal wording changes as well as the effective date for implementation We will discuss impactful changes and how it will affect compliance The session will cover a new requirement for whistle blower protection We will discuss a unique insight of how time reporting is a claim and how claims can have detrimental consequences if not aware What should an organization do if they did not keep time records for a grant A "war" story when a university did not take the time reporting requirements seriously
CFO Series: Build Your Team, Cohesive Teams That Get Results
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Webinar
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $89
The major topics that will be covered in this course include:The five clear signals that teamwork is brokenThe pervasive myths about teamsWhy conflict is necessary for effective teamsWhy winning teams are built on and depend on trustThe value of assessments and diversityYour fifteen-step action plan to build trust and enhance teamworkRetaining your best talentThe essential steps leaders must take to enable teamwork to flourish
ACPEN: Critical Technical Skills for CFOs and Controllers
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Webinar
4.00 Credits
Member Price: $149
A methodical approach to business and strategic planning Overview of The Balanced Scorecard approach to creating key performance metrics Common metrics for analyzing financial statements and trends Accounting and finance role in Enterprise-wide Risk Management (ERM)
ACPEN: The Art of Marketing for CPAs
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Webinar
4.00 Credits
Member Price: $149
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
Reviewing Individual Tax Returns: What Are You Missing?
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Webinar
4.00 Credits
Member Price: $139
Qualified business income deduction Temporary senior deduction State and local tax deduction Hobby losses Self-employment health insurance Business startup costs Depreciation Schedule C issues Like-kind exchanges
BUNDLE: CFO Series - November 2026
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Webinar
3.00 Credits
Member Price: $249
The major topics that will be covered in this course include:All times listed are Eastern Time ZoneWeek 1: CFO Series: Build Your Team, Cohesive Teams That Get ResultsCPE: 2Field of Study: Business Management & OrganizationDiscussion Leader: Don Minges, MBADate: Friday, November 6, 11:00 amDescription: Teamwork is the ultimate competitive advantage, both because it is so powerful and so rare. Why do some teams produce and win, while others fail? What do great team leaders do that make their team a success? Whether you run the executive staff of a multinational company, a small department within a large organization, or even if you are a team member in a small team that needs improvement, we will share proven techniques to enhance teamwork. The best leaders are unselfish and put the team first. It is not complicated to build a team, but it takes effort, and we will show you how. Week 2: CFO Series: Diversification: Risky or Risk Averse Strategy?CPE: 2Field of Study: AuditingDiscussion Leader: Brian Maturi, MBA, FCA & Don Minges, MBADate: Friday, November 13, 11:00 amDescription: Some believe that diversification is a proven method to reduce risk, but - does diversification actually increase risk? The intention for diversification is critical. Most organizations misuse diversification and the blunders have been staggering. What lessons can we learn? How can diversification be implemented to achieve the intended goals? One key is to use a holistic approach, which we will elaborate and explain. Only then will diversification be advantageous. Leaders, the Board, auditors and team members must be aware of the myriad issues of diversification. Done right - diversification is a boon. We will explain what to do, how to do it properly, and what not to do! Week 3: CFO Series: Storytelling Your Financials for ImpactCPE: 2Field of Study: Accounting and Business Management & OrganizationDiscussion Leader: Robert Mims, CPADate: Friday, November 20, 11:00 amDescription: Data alone doesn't drive decisions, stories do. Financial professionals must go beyond spreadsheets and craft compelling financial narratives that engage boards, CEOs, and team members. Using real-world examples, we'll demonstrate how to frame financial results within a broader business story, drawing insights and communicating tangible meaning instead of just displaying boring numbers. Learn how to shift from "presenting financials" to telling a story that aligns with strategic goals, inspires confidence, and drives action. This session equips attendees with the tools to turn financial statements into strategic storytelling assets. Our clients do not recall numbers, but they do remember stories. Stories are memorable, we will show you how to use them. Week 4: CFO Series: Raising Capital the Most Crucial Responsibility!CPE: 2Field of Study: FinanceDiscussion Leader: Don Minges, MBADate: Friday, November 27, 11:00 amDescription: The most essential challenge for any organization is to raise capital. No financing means no employees, no internet, and no bank account, meaning there is no organization. Raising financing provides the lifeblood, a must-do for every CEO and CFO. How do you raise funds to finance an organization? What are the alternatives in addition to debt or equity? What are the pros and cons of each? We will discuss what to do and how to do it in detail. It is vital to accept that those who consider investing their money want something in return. The riskier the investment, the higher the cost. To be successful at raising financing, you must plan extensively, have multiple alternatives, and consider the transaction from the investor's perspective. Raising financing is a challenge, but we will show you how to assess the alternatives to suit the individual organization. Raising capital is tricky and grueling, but we will show you a proven process. Whether you are the CEO, CFO, Board member, accountant, consultant, or advisor, this seminar will help you understand what to consider when raising financing and how to do it.
Volume to Value: A New Era of Precision Hiring in Accounting
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Webinar
1.00 Credits
Member Price: $55
The major topics that will be covered in this course include:The shift from volume to precision hiringWhy firms are moving to targeted, competency-based hiringTalent market impacts and competitive hiring realitiesAI in recruiting: practical use cases and implicationsWhere AI tools commonly support hiring workflowsBenefits and limitations of AI-enabled screening and assessmentThe skills mismatch in accounting hiringWhy critical thinking and professional communication gaps persistWhy traditional hiring methods miss these competenciesThe new competency hierarchy for high performersDefining and prioritizing the competencies that drive resultsAI ethics awareness and professional judgment in an AI-enabled workplaceAssessment methods for precision hiringStructured behavioral interviewing and scoring rubricsWork simulations, case presentations, and client scenariosUsing AI-enabled assessments responsibly and consistentlyMetrics and ROI: evaluating successQuality-of-hire measures (performance, ramp time, manager satisfaction)Retention and turnover measuresEfficiency measures (time-to-fill, cost-to-fill) and how to balance themImplementation roadmapA phased approach to adopting precision hiring (foundation → expansion → optimization)– Building governance, documentation, and consistency for scalability
Becoming a Fractional CFO: What to Do and How?
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Webinar
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $89
The major topics that will be covered in this course include:Do you have what it takes to be a successful fractional CFO?Should you be a solo practitioner or join a larger firm? 1099 versus W2?What skills are needed to be successful?Sales, marketing, etc.What are some of the ‘red flags’?Typical assignments and issues a fractional CFO will likely encounterThe greatest opportunity for fractional CFOs?Understanding your value
ACPEN: Cooking Up Success: CPA Clara's Recipe for a Modernized Firm
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Webinar
1.00 Credits
Member Price: $39
How to structure/offer repeated services without stretching yourself thin Types of Tech Stack you should include in your firm Managing client expectations and building your workflows around them
ACPEN: The Controllership Series: The Controller's Role in Digital Transformation
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Webinar
1.40 Credits
Member Price: $39
Accounting Finance Information Technology AI and Digital Transformation
ACPEN: Sarbanes-Oxley Update - Accounting Risk Assessment considerations - 20 years later
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Webinar
1.80 Credits
Member Price: $79
Sarbanes-Oxley Accounting Risk Assessment
ACPEN: PowerPoint: Tips & Tricks for Today's Accountant
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Webinar
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $89
Exploration of tabs within PowerPoint’s ribbon Initial creation of a slide deck Using slide masters Utilization of external content SmartArt Alignments and layouts Tips and tricks for efficiency Best practices for effective presentation delivery Other creative uses for PowerPoint
ACPEN: Understanding the 4 W's in Budgeting: Who, What, When, and Which?
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Webinar
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $89
Auditing & Accounting Yellowbook Budget Process