CPE Catalog & Events
Accounting Fraud & Embezzlement: Case Studies from the Trenches
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Webinar
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $79
Embezzlement Theft of public money Circumstances that allowed the fraud to occur
Taxation of Business Entities
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Webinar
2.50 Credits
Member Price: $79
Types of business entities (Sole proprietorship, Partnership, Corporation, Limited Liability Company and Limited Liability Partnership) Considerations in choosing a business entity, including taxes, limited liability protection, management & control, funding options & opportunities, tax consequences for the owners and the business. Future tax considerations that will impact various business entities.
K2'S 2022 An Accountant's Guide To Blockchain And Cryptocurrency
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Webinar
4.00 Credits
Member Price: $129
Information Technology Cryptocurrency Blockchain
K2'S 2022 Artificial Intelligence For Accounting And Financial Professionals
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Webinar
4.60 Credits
Member Price: $129
Information Technology Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Tech It to the Next Level: Slim Your Team for Max Efficiency
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Webinar
1.00 Credits
Member Price: $55
The major topics that will be covered in this course include:How to leverage tech and automation to fill workflow gaps, How to build a strong tech stack, and connect tools seamlessly.How one proven tech stack replaced more than half a traditional team while improving client satisfaction and reducing overhead.
Revenue Recognition - Recognize Revenue
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Webinar
1.00 Credits
Member Price: $39
Revenue Recognition Accounting
K2's 2023 Shredding Your Servers And Going Virtual
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Webinar
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $79
Regulatory requirements like HIPPA, GLB, PCI, and more Practical tips for dealing with service providers
ChatGPT Vision: How Accountants can Chat with Imagery
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Webinar
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $89
The major topics that will be covered in this course include:Introduction to GPT Vision - Understanding the fundamentals of GPT Vision and its capabilities.Advantages of Vision Mode Research - Exploring the unique benefits of visual data analysis over traditional methods.Accessing GPT Vision - Guidance on how to access and utilize GPT Vision capabilities.Financial Screenshot Analysis - Techniques for analyzing financial documents and reports through screenshots.Operational Insights from Visual Data - Using images to gain insights into operational processes and asset management.Integration with Google Maps - Learning how to combine ChatGPT's vision capabilities with mapping technologies for enhanced spatial analysis.Sentiment and Facial Expression Analysis - Techniques for interpreting emotions and sentiments in images to gauge client and employee feedback.Body Language Interpretation - Analyzing body language in images to understand non-verbal cues in business contexts.Effective Photo Capturing Techniques - Best practices for taking photos that provide optimal insights for financial analysis.
2024 The Preparation of Form 706 and 709 - Line-by-Line
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Webinar
4.00 Credits
Member Price: $129
Federal Form 706: Overview and Preparation Federal Form 709: Understanding and Compliance Portability in Estate Tax Planning Coordinating Issues for Decedent's Final Income Tax Return Postmortem Estate Planning Strategies Recent Legislative Changes: Impact on Estate and Gift Taxation Integrating Tax Planning into Client Services
Al Capone to Cybercrime: The Journey of IRS Special Agents
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Webinar
4.00 Credits
Member Price: $149
The major topics that will be covered in this course include:Introduction to IRS Criminal Investigation (CI): Overview of its mission, role, and significance in maintaining tax compliance.Historical Evolution: From its inception in 1919 to its current role, highlighting key milestones and notable cases.Investigative Techniques and Tools: Detailed look at the methods and technologies used by CI agents to uncover financial crimes.Importance of IRS CI: Discussion on the impact of CI’s work on tax compliance, public confidence, and the broader financial system.Training of CI Agents: Insight into the rigorous training programs at FLETC and ongoing professional development.Process of Investigations: Step-by-step breakdown of how tax fraud and money laundering cases are initiated, investigated, and prosecuted.
Federal Tax Update - C & S Corporations, Partnerships & LLCs (Forms 1120, 1120S & 1065)
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Webinar
8.00 Credits
Member Price: $300
Discuss the most recent business income tax legislation passed to date Review numerous business income tax provisions including but not limited to the 20% qualified business income (QBI) deduction; changes to NOLs, §461(l) business loss limitations, §163(j) business interest deduction limitations, accounting method changes, depreciation, fringe benefits and entertainment expenses Brush up on issues related to compensation, distributions, liquidations, self-employment taxes and retirement plan Look at any changes to the Forms 1120, 1120S, and 1065 and other related schedules and forms
Building Security and Efficiency With Internal Control
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Webinar
8.00 Credits
Member Price: $239
The major topics covered in this course include:An overview of control frameworks and conceptsStrategic considerations that can be incorporated into control developmentUnderstanding and controlling risk that arises when organizations change or choose not toThe COSO Internal Control Framework and the COSO ERM Framework
CFO Series - May 2025 Webinar Bundle
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Webinar
8.00 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: CFO or Detective? Running Skillful InvestigationsCPE: 2Field of Study: AuditingDiscussion Leader: Tracy Cooper, CPA, CFEDate: Friday, May 2, 11:00 amDescription: CFOs are on the front line of managing risk within the organization, often including investigations into suspected theft or fraud. Fraud investigations are not an accounting audit. Many lack the training needed to conduct a fair and legal investigation. This course will provide the essential knowledge and skills to conduct successful internal investigations. The goal is to ensure that when a case is referred to law enforcement or results in other legal action, the findings will be admissible and robust. How can we respect the rights of all parties involved, preserve evidence, conduct proper surveillance, and distinguish between company materials and individual property? Proper investigations are intricate. Be aware of the risk to the organization and to the investigating team. The goal is to lead and plan internal investigations with confidence and legal integrity. Be aware and be prepared. Week 2: CFO Series: Better Management Reports Clear + Simple =Great!CPE: 2Field of Study: AccountingDiscussion Leader: Don Minges, MBADate: Friday, May 9, 11:00 amDescription: Most management reports are misunderstood and misused. Reports are dull and have been presented in the same manner for decades. Do your audiences sometimes fail to get the message? Learn how to grab your audiences' attention and deliver an actionable message. Discover the power of "The Trifecta" and the five secrets of effective reports and presentations. Learn how to make your messaging a "re-memorable event" and how to give the users what they need to know. We will discuss how to make your reports useful and understandable to your audience. If management does not understand the financial reports they receive (most do not) this seminar will provide keen insights to make your reports truly useful. Be the hero who delivers informative reports. We will show great examples of what to do and how. Week 3: CFO Series: Crisis Management - Navigate the Storms Safely!CPE: 2Field of Study: Auditing, Business Management & OrganizationDiscussion Leader: Rob Berry, CPADate: Friday, May 16, 11:00 amDescription: Whether it's changes in the market, a global pandemic, or loss of a supplier, at some point, most organizations will face a crisis. How you respond can make or break your organization. This intensive seminar on crisis management and business continuity planning will equip you with the knowledge and skills to manage crises confidently and ensure that your organization stays resilient. Resilient organizations recover faster from crises. Failing to plan for the next crisis is planning to fail. Week 4: CFO Series: Dealing with Ever Changing Accounting Standards?CPE: 2Field of Study: AccountingDiscussion Leader: Bob Mims, CPADate: Friday, May 23, 11:00 amDescription: GAAP is changing at an increasing rate. Financial leaders are faced with the dual challenge of navigating evolving accounting standards while strategically guiding their organizations toward sustainable growth and profitability. What are the newer accounting changes that will impact professional accounting? This seminar will equip finance professionals with the critical skills and practical insights needed to effectively manage the complexities of ever-changing accounting standards and upgrade your essential strategic planning skills. Strategies that do not keep pace with the market are doomed to fail. If we do not keep up, our successor will.
Surgent's Advanced Audits of 401(k) Plans: Best Practices and Current Developments
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Webinar
8.00 Credits
Member Price: $299
Audit requirements for ERISA §103(a)(3)(C) audits An annual update of the changes affecting 401(k) plans Compliance issues associated with eligibility and enrollments, remittances, lack of oversight, compensation, vesting, and other topics Best practices for engagement planning, internal controls, risk assessment, and detailed testing Avoiding common mistakes while performing audit procedures Plan mergers and acquisitions Common audit reporting and disclosure issues
Navigating IRS Collections: The Collection Process
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Webinar
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $89
The major topics that will be covered in this course include:Overview of the IRS collection process.Taxpayer rights and the Taxpayer Bill of Rights.Collection due process and appeals.Installment agreements and offers in compromise.Wage garnishments, levies, and liens.Penalties and interest.
Preparing to be a Forensic Accountant - Focus on Computer Forensics - Part 2 (Cryptology)
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Webinar
1.00 Credits
Member Price: $39
Forensic Accounting Accounting Finance Auditing
K2's 2024 AI Confidential - Privacy And Artificial Intelligence
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Webinar
1.00 Credits
Member Price: $39
Tools for evaluating and summarizing licenses and privacy policies Definitions of significant terms and concepts often used in software licenses Review critical terms associated with services like Microsoft 365 or QuickBooks Online
It Is Legal, But Is It Really Ethical?, featuring Rob Berry and Bob Mims
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Webinar
1.00 Credits
Member Price: $39
Is ‘legal’ the same as ‘ethical’? Why or why not? The value of using the Code of Professional Conduct properly. Resolving situations where the two are divergent.
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
K2's Accounting Solutions And Add-Ons For Small Businesses
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Webinar
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $79
Overview of small business accounting solutions Strengths and shortfalls of various accounting and add-on solutions