CPE Catalog
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ACPEN: Nonprofit Accounting and Financial Reporting Explained
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Online
8.00 Credits
This course provides a high-level overview of the most important issues facing nonprofit entities and their auditors. The focus of this course is on explaining the theory behind major issues and trends, enabling professionals to understand the most important aspects of relevant professional and regulatory standards related to reliable financial reporting for nonprofit entities. Presented by: Jennifer LouisType: Live Webcast Replay
ACPEN: K2’s Better Reporting With QuickBooks Online
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Online
1.00 Credits
With over 7 million businesses relying on QuickBooks Online, one thing is clear: excellent financial reporting isn't optional - it's essential. Yet many users struggle to access the insights they need, often limited by subscription tiers or simply unaware of the powerful tools at their fingertips-that's where this session comes in. This session is your fast track to mastering QuickBooks Online's reporting capabilities. Whether you're a small business owner, accountant, or financial manager, you'll discover how to: Build and customize Standard, Custom, and Management Reports Leverage the new Spreadsheet Sync tool to create dynamic, multi-company reports in Excel Uncover hidden features that help you make smarter, faster decisions If you're ready to transform your data into actionable insights and finally get the reports you need, this session is your game-changer. Join us and take control of your QuickBooks Online reporting like never before! Presented by: Thomas StephensType: Live Webcast Replay
ACPEN: K2's Ten Questions To Ask Your IT Team
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Online
1.00 Credits
Business leaders often struggle to engage meaningfully with their IT teams about critical technology decisions that impact organizational success. This structured program presents ten essential questions every executive should discuss with their technology professionals to ensure proper oversight of cybersecurity, infrastructure, and strategic technology initiatives. Participants will gain confidence in addressing complex topics including network security protocols, backup procedures, cloud governance, and remote work policies through targeted questioning frameworks that drive actionable outcomes. The course systematically addresses ten critical areas where executive oversight proves essential for business continuity and growth. Attendees will develop practical communication strategies to bridge the gap between business objectives and technology capabilities, ensuring their organizations maintain competitive advantage while managing digital risks effectively. Each question framework provides executives with the tools needed to evaluate current technology practices, identify vulnerabilities, and guide strategic technology investments that support organizational goals in today's rapidly evolving digital landscape. Presented by: Randolph (Randy) JohnstonType: Live Webcast Replay
ACPEN: A Guide to Sampling - Part 1
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Online
2.00 Credits
Sampling is often identified as a common audit deficiency in peer review. This course will review when is sampling applicable and basics of planning a sample. We'll then focus on the application of sampling in financial statement audits with a look at sampling for substantive procedures. We'll look at the use of monetary unit sampling and tools that can be leveraged to reduce bias in sampling. Presented by: Melisa GalassoType: Live Webcast Replay
ACPEN: Recognizing Lies: How to Detect and Prevent
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Online
2.00 Credits
Trust is the glue that binds all relationships. Regardless, humans tell lies, a cruel fact. Every lie undermines trust and damages productivity. What signals indicate lies? How are the cues properly interpreted? How can you protect yourself from lies? Learn how to discern lies effectively. Do not be taken advantage of. Learn an established and proven process to uncover the truth. Presented by: Don MingesType: Live Webcast Replay
ACPEN: Mental Illness & Depression: Understanding & Supporting Employees Under the ADA
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Online
1.00 Credits
This webinar aims to provide HR professionals with a comprehensive understanding of mental illness and depression under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). It will cover key aspects of the law, provide practical advice, and address common challenges. Presented by: Amy GomezType: Live Webcast Replay
ACPEN: I want the TRUTH: Preparing to be an Expert Witness
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Online
2.00 Credits
Many practitioners dealing with government and not-for-profit issues are asked to serve as expert witnesses in courts of law or other adjudicatory venues. This session will discuss key issues you need to know when you are asked to serve in this capacity, including: Applicable standards and other engagement acceptance considerations. Preparation requirements and techniques. Dos and don'ts of testifying. Avoiding commons traps and tricks designed to undermine your effectiveness. The session will conclude with a “mock cross-examination” with participants serving as the jury to identify what our witness does right and what he does wrong. Presented by: David CottonType: Live Webcast Replay
ACPEN: The New Quality Management Standards - What Everyone Needs to Know
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Online
2.00 Credits
The AICPA issued the new Quality Management Standards as a part of its overall quality improvement initiative. This course will highlight the foundational principles within the new approach that everyone in the CPA firm should know. Presented by: Jennifer LouisType: Live Webcast Replay
ACPEN: Financial Acumen for Today's HR Leader
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Online
2.00 Credits
Financial Acumen for the HR Professional is a part of the series "The HR Professional's Guide to Evolving Business Strategy, Finance and Development." This course identifies how HR Professionals can increase their financial understanding to participate more effectively with management as well as understand the financial results and implications for the business. Presented by: James LindellType: Live Webcast Replay
ACPEN: Getting On Top of It All: How to Work Smarter, Not Harder - Part 2
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Online
4.00 Credits
There is always too much to do and too little time to do it all. Fortunately, if you know the right ways to manage people, projects and your time, you can get on top of everything by working smarter. In Part 2 of this seminar we will go into more depth about how to get more done in less time, as well as how to not burnout from all the work you do. We will discuss additional methods for working smarter through technology, communication, stress reduction, and creating smart and helpful goals. Presented by: Jonathan RobinsonType: Live Webcast Replay
ACPEN: K2's Automation For Increasing Personal Efficiency And Effectiveness
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Online
1.00 Credits
In today's fast-paced world, automation is like having a time machine at your fingertips. By implementing strategic automation solutions, you can transform an eight-hour workday into twelve hours of productivity without working longer hours. This course explores how automation can save time, improve accuracy, promote effectiveness, and maximize the value of your workday. When you invest time in automating routine tasks, you create permanent time savings that compound over time, reducing daily stress and providing better mental clarity for more important activities. This hands-on course will equip you with practical knowledge of various automation tools, methods, apps, and technologies that can revolutionize both your personal and professional life. From home automation systems to iPaaS (Integration Platform as a Service) tools and the Elgato Streamdeck, you'll discover how to create a seamlessly automated environment. Join us to learn how to reclaim hours or even weeks of time through smart automation strategies that will transform your daily routine. Presented by: Steven Yoss, Jr.Type: Live Webcast Replay
ACPEN: A Guide to Sampling - Part 2
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Online
2.00 Credits
Building on Part 1, this course will review the application of sampling in financial statement audits with a focus on sampling for tests of controls. We'll also review the requirements for sampling in Single Audits with a focus on tests of controls and tests of compliance. Presented by: Melisa GalassoType: Live Webcast Replay
ACPEN: Conflicts of Interest: Dealing With Ethical Dilemmas in Business and Industry
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Online
2.00 Credits
Ethics is complicated, and conflicts of interest are more complicated. What are the various issues involved with conflicts of interest? What does the AICPA Code of Professional Conduct say? We will discuss several seemingly ordinary, everyday conflicts of interest and how we should be more aware that conflicts of interest are common. We will discuss the ethical priorities of a CPA and how to apply them. What should you do when facing a conflict of interest? What is the "secret weapon" to help mitigate conflicts of interest? The key to our profession remaining relevant is to maintain trust. Come and learn more about conflicts of interest and how we all can be even more trustworthy. Presented by: Don MingesType: Live Webcast Replay
ACPEN: The New Leadership Playbook: From Stability to Agility
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Online
1.00 Credits
Leading on New Terms is a fast- paced, one-hour course that challenges leaders to rethink everything they thought they knew about leadership. Built on Steve Cadigan’s Workquake philosophy, it confronts the collapse of the old stability-based leadership model and equips leaders with a new mandate: fuel growth, build trust, and lead with agility in a world where certainty no longer exists. Through provocative stories, real-world case studies, and practical “plays,” participants will learn how to shift from command to connection, harness technology without losing humanity, and redefine loyalty as learning and movement. Leaders will walk away with a sharper understanding of today’s realities and a personal “Future Leadership Charter” to start leading confidently on new terms. Presented by: Steve CadiganType: Live Webcast Replay
ACPEN: The Psychology of Fraud
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Online
1.50 Credits
We all know that Fraud Happens. But, why? Why do people we think we can trust let us down? This session will explore the minds of white-collar criminals and examine some recent high-profile fraud cases. Why did they do it? How did they do it? What were the warning signs? If you think that fraud cannot happen to your organization, this session might give you pause. Presented by: David CottonType: Live Webcast Replay
ACPEN: Applying the New Expected Credit Loss Model
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Online
2.00 Credits
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. Presented by: Jennifer LouisType: Live Webcast Replay
ACPEN: Employee Theft: Understanding the Why and Preventing the Loss with Terry Shulman
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Online
2.40 Credits
Employee theft is a growing problem, costing businesses billions of dollars annually. In this compelling session, Terry Shulman provides an in-depth look at the psychological, social, and organizational factors that drive employees to steal. As both a legal and behavioral expert, Shulman blends real-world case studies with psychological insights to explore why good employees make bad choices—and what businesses can do to prevent it. Presented by: Chuck Gallagher, Terry ShulmanType: Live Webcast Replay
ACPEN: Achieve Competency in Three Basic Tool Categories - Master the Fundamentals
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Online
4.00 Credits
Financial skills needed in many situations are constantly changing. It is prudent to routinely look into your toolbox to restock or revise your tool set. In this course we will examine three tool categories that form the foundation for many analytical processes. Presented by: William O’BrienType: Live Webcast Replay
ACPEN: Ethics – A Line in the Sand; Implications for Daily Business
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Online
4.20 Credits
Ethical behavior continues to be a problem in society and even in the CPA ranks. "Ethics - A Line in the Sand" looks at the behavioral issues that influence how CPA's act. The course will address why individuals make ethical blunders, the state of ethical conduct in business organizations, the relationship between strong cultures, policy and procedures and successful ethical work environments. In addition, the course will highlight the one behavior to watch for as an indicator of potential ethical violations. Presented by: James LindellType: Live Webcast Replay
ACPEN: Audit & Attest Quality Matters that Should be on Your Radar – Avoiding Common Deficiencies in SAS, SSARS and SSAE Engagements
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Online
8.00 Credits
Quality management is important. Every CPA firm that provides audit and other attest services must undergo a third-party quality control review. This session will provide you with the tips on how to avoid common quality control deficiencies in all services that are subject to peer review. Presented by: Jennifer LouisType: Live Webcast Replay