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CFO Series: Skills for 2023 and Beyond
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St. Louis
8.00 Credits
This four-topic event focuses on newer skills to help you and your organization become more effective by selecting the appropriate metrics, getting the most value for an organization, the hidden value of ‘mistakes’ and why and how diversity is a reality in today’s organizations. *Register for remaining 3 programs in person or virtual sessions and save $120! Use promo code: CFOSERIES at checkout to receive discount. The CFO Series provides a convenient, one-stop way for CFOs and those who aspire to be CFOs, to an entire year of CPE with a single decision. Each day consists of a subject matter expert leading discussions about four different topics. The CFO Series features high-quality presentations and an interactive, executive level colleague-to-colleague approach with case studies, group discussions, and team exercises.Each topic and each day stands on its own. If you are not sure about making a multi-day commitment, sign up for just a single day. We think you will come back for more!
2023 Missouri State-Specific Ethics: A Plain English Guide
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Online
2.00 Credits
In a world of increasing complexity, the last thing CPAs need to worry about is obtaining or renewing licenses and permits with regulators. Yet, it can be challenging to find and understand the requirements to keep your license or firm humming along so you can focus on client and business work. Compliance-related issues are not fun, but the basics should be understood by all CPAs. To that end, MOCPA is proud to bring you the 2023 update of the popular Missouri State-Specific Regulatory Ethics course that was introduced in 2019. This program has been developed and edited by members of MOCPA's Professional Ethics Committee and has been reviewed by members of the Missouri State Board of Accountancy.
Not-for-Profit Conference - A Virtual Event
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Online
8.00 Credits
Whether you have not-for-profit clients or work within an organization, you will find practical advice, insights and technical guidance at this year's Not-for-Profit Conference. Hear from experts who understand how to deal with the challenges facing nonprofit practitioners and financial executives today. Bring a colleague or client along and hear fellow industry professionals to learn about current developments, trends, best practices and more. • Determine the latest standards and technical requirements facing not-for-profit organizations• Identify answers to key tax and accounting questions related to not-for-profits• Recognize issues that could affect operations and profitability
A&A Cluster: Annual FASB Update and Review
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St Louis
4.00 Credits
This is a hybrid event, you have the option to attend in-person or virtually. This course provides a detailed discussion on the key topics related to financial reporting, though in a summarized format. The course will focus on recent ASUs issued by the FASB with a concentration on issues of greatest significance to most accounting practitioners. Specifically, the course will review recently issued FASB standards on leases and provide an update on the status of ASC 842 implementation and other hot button accounting issues, such as what is on the FASB’s technical agenda. This course is the place to go for a succinct but thorough update on the big topics impacting financial accounting and reporting. SAVE $50 WHEN YOU PURCHASE 4 OR MORE CLUSTER EVENTS. ADD AT LEAST 4 EVENTS TO YOUR CART, AND USE CODE "CLUSTER."
CFO Series: Skills for 2023 and Beyond -A Virtual Event
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Online
8.00 Credits
*Register for remaining 3 programs in person or virtual sessions and save $120! Use promo code: CFOSERIES at checkout to receive discount. This four-topic event focuses on newer skills to help you and your organization become more effective by selecting the appropriate metrics, getting the most value for an organization, the hidden value of ‘mistakes’ and why and how diversity is a reality in today’s organizations. The CFO Series provides a convenient, one-stop way for CFOs and those who aspire to be CFOs, to an entire year of CPE with a single decision. Each day consists of a subject matter expert leading discussions about four different topics. The CFO Series features high-quality presentations and an interactive, executive level colleague-to-colleague approach with case studies, group discussions, and team exercises.Each topic and each day stands on its own. If you are not sure about making a multi-day commitment, sign up for just a single day. We think you will come back for more!
Economic Update Series
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Online
1.00 Credits
As the status of the economy weighs heavy on most everyone's minds, MOCPA is hosting a complimentary online Economic Update Series for members, featuring Chris Kuehl, Ph.D. author of the Flagship Report and president of Armada Corporate Intelligence. He will provide a big picture understanding of the current environment and identify important elements to watch for that might impact your business or clients in the short- and near-term.
Accounting Data Analytics
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Online
2.00 Credits
This 2-hour mini course introduces how data analytics can be used to improve engagement quality and efficiency. Participants explore the use of data analytics to assess risk, support financial statement assertions, assess internal controls and uncover fraud. Apply the ADA IDEASc approach to using data analytics on engagements to ensure compliance with audit and review standards and to provide value-added services to clients. All of AHI's courses rely heavily on participant interaction and these virtual programs have co-opted many of Zoom's features to preserve the same strengths of the in-person training: visual interaction between the instructor and all participants (plan to be "on screen" throughout the program); breakout rooms to ensure small group engagement; and instructor interaction screen share for small group presentations easy delivery of video presentations fillable PDF for online note-taking in the course materials.
Level IV: Management and Leadership Essentials Training: Mini Session
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Online
8.00 Credits
Develop your soft skills in training courses that benefit both the person attending and their organization. This course, part four of the five-course series, is applicable for various accounting departments (i.e. audit, tax, consulting, and accounting services) but because these are universal leadership concepts, they are equally applicable to other professional business leaders. AHI soft skills training will help improve efficiency, make managers and senior managers more effective with others, and increase the organization's bottom line. Also, as these courses often include other industries besides accounting, there is an opportunity to work and network with leadership professionals from other industries. All of AHI's courses rely heavily on participant interaction and these virtual programs have co-opted many of Zoom's features to preserve the same strengths of the in-person training: visual interaction between the instructor and all participants (plan to be "on screen" throughout the program) breakout rooms to ensure small group engagement and instructor interaction screen share for small group presentations easy delivery of video presentations fillable PDF for online note-taking in the course materials
A&A Cluster: Financial Statement Disclosures: A Guide for Small/Medium-Sized Businesses
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St Louis
4.00 Credits
This is a hybrid event, you have the option to attend in-person or virtually. A clear and concise set of proper financial statement disclosures can make or break an entity's financial statements. Such disclosures are no longer simply additional information provided by a business; they can be complex in nature and difficult to both prepare and understand, especially for small and medium-sized businesses. Oftentimes financial statement users will first turn to the notes in the financial statements in order to get a feel for where the business and its numbers might be heading, so these disclosures need to be well-written and follow applicable standards. This course will focus on key balance sheet and income statement disclosure as well as those relating to adoption of new accounting standards related to revenue (ASC 606) and leases (ASC 842), accounting policies, changes in accounting estimates and errors, subsequent events, going concern, and related party disclosures. The course will use illustrations, examples based on private company financial statements disclosures, and real-world excerpts from financial statements to provide you with a hands-on feel for the disclosure requirements across a number of accounting standards. SAVE $50 WHEN YOU PURCHASE 4 OR MORE CLUSTER EVENTS. ADD AT LEAST 4 EVENTS TO YOUR CART, AND USE CODE "CLUSTER."
A&A Cluster: Guide and Update to Compilations, Reviews, and Preparations
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St Louis
4.00 Credits
This is a hybrid event, you have the option to attend in-person or virtually. Specifically designed for preparation, compilation, and review practitioners, this course will provide you with a comprehensive review and hands-on application for performing financial statement preparation, compilation, and review engagements. You will learn the ins and outs of applying SSARS No. 21, Clarification and Recodification, as well as the additional guidance related to SSARS engagements through the issuance of SSARS Nos. 22-25 by the ARSC. The course will also review recent peer review feedback on SSARS engagements, providing insights on how to successfully apply this guidance. Not only will this course bring you up to date on SSARSs requirements and guidance, but more importantly, it will provide you with practical examples and illustrations to help you effectively and efficiently perform compilation, preparation, and review engagements. SAVE $50 WHEN YOU PURCHASE 4 OR MORE CLUSTER EVENTS. ADD AT LEAST 4 EVENTS TO YOUR CART, AND USE CODE "CLUSTER."
A&A Cluster: The Most Critical Challenges in Not-for-Profit Accounting
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St Louis
4.00 Credits
This is a hybrid event, you have the option to attend in-person or virtually. This year, not-for-profit entities are preparing to apply critical new standards related to contributions of nonfinancial assets, leases, and more. Now is the time to know more than just what the standards say – we need to know what they mean and how they will affect not-for-profit entities. This course is designed to do just that! The course materials utilize a highly illustrative and innovative format. Over 15 focused exercises are included to provide an enhanced working knowledge of the most critical challenges in not-for-profit accounting today. SAVE $50 WHEN YOU PURCHASE 4 OR MORE CLUSTER EVENTS. ADD AT LEAST 4 EVENTS TO YOUR CART, AND USE CODE "CLUSTER."
K2's Microsoft Teams
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Online
4.00 Credits
Microsoft Teams is one of the most exciting personal and organizational productivity tools ever appearing on the business landscape. With Teams, you can communicate and collaborate easily and securely with others, including colleagues outside your organization. Further, you can extend the already-robust functionality in Teams by incorporating add-in solutions with just a few clicks of the mouse. Unfortunately, despite Teams' power and relatively simple interface, many organizations struggle to deploy and use Teams. In this session, you will learn how to get up and running quickly in Teams to take full advantage of this powerful tool. More specifically, you will learn how to get started in Teams and critical decisions that will affect your deployment. Also, you will learn how to work in Teams, take advantage of the chat, voice, and video call services, and share documents securely with others. Moreover, you will learn how to extend your Teams platform to external organizations for improved communication and collaboration. Additionally, you will identify how to add other applications to Teams and optimize Team's configuration for the best overall efficiency and security. If you are working with Teams or plan to do so, this is one CPE session you can't afford to miss!
Level I: Basic Staff Training
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Online
24.00 Credits
Part one of a five-course series, address common issues new staff members face. Focus on strategies to improve efficiency and quality control, build technical skills, and make valuable contributions to a company. Dive into the fundamentals: workpaper techniques, analytical procedures, compilation and review services, tax recognition and research techniques, understanding audit objectives, and auditing and reviewing selected accounts. All of AHI's courses rely heavily on participant interaction and these virtual programs have co-opted many of Zoom's features to preserve the same strengths of the in-person training: visual interaction between the instructor and all participants (plan to be "on screen" throughout the program) breakout rooms to ensure small group engagement and instructor interaction screen share for small group presentations easy delivery of video presentations fillable PDF for online note-taking in the course materials.
K2's Working Remotely - The New Normal
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Online
4.00 Credits
Many team members now work remotely, whether by choice or necessity. As a result, questions abound about remote access to desktops and data, security, communications, collaboration, and other considerations in this new normal. When implemented correctly, remote work strategies can be a "win-win" for all involved; on the other hand, failed implementations may lead to inefficiencies, security issues, and dissatisfied team members. In this session, you will learn today's best practices for working remotely. Specifically, you will learn about various remote access tools, communication and collaboration options, and security best practices. You will also learn about managing and monitoring workflows in remote work environments and tools you can use for that purpose. After completing this session, you can implement a remote work strategy that yields efficiency, security, and satisfaction to all involved.
K2's Biggest Security And Privacy Concerns
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Online
4.00 Credits
Technology is a business-critical business capability in today's day and age. Any interruption to an organization's ability to use its information system poses a significant risk to its viability. Data breaches, cyber-attacks, and ransomware are examples of the most significant existential risks facing businesses today. There are threat actors worldwide that entirely focus on stealing organizational data, stealing economic resources, and disrupting commerce. They use complex social engineering attacks, pervasive phishing messages, intricate malware, and other highly effective techniques. For example, publically reported data breaches now exceed 100k annually. These breaches resulted in releasing the personal information of millions of people worldwide, billions of dollars of compromised organizational assets, and putting countless people in harm's way. This course covers recent major security breaches, including Solarwinds, Ubiquity, Colonial Pipeline, Tecnimont SpA, Citrix, and LabCorp. It will discuss how these breaches occurred, why they occurred, and how organizations can prevent similar incidents from impacting them. Each case study examines a different form of security vulnerability and how to avoid it. The topics will include social engineering, auditing processes for IT Security systems, forensic accounting, password, two-factor authentication, and improvements for managerial oversight. Participants will gain real-world knowledge from the mistakes of other organizations and, from that experience, develop their own security best practices for their organizations.
K2's Technology Update
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Online
4.00 Credits
Which technology trends will impact you and your business? What emerging technologies will potentially help you to address security and efficiency? How will the emergence of Windows 11 affect you? Should you consider subscription-based software? What does the future of communication technology have in store for you? Get answers to these and other questions by participating in K2's Technology Update, a four-hour review of technology trends and developments affecting virtually all business professionals. In this session, you will learn about significant issues such as: • Hardware trends, • Software innovations, • Communication and collaboration tools, • Security issues and solutions, • Key products to consider for implementation, and • Unusual and emerging technologies you may have missed. If you're taking just one technology-focused training session this year, this should be it!
K2's Best Word, Outlook, And PowerPoint Features
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Online
4.00 Credits
Most professionals routinely use Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint, but many are self-taught and, as a result, have not been exposed to the best features of these three applications. Consequently, they often use "brute force," inefficient means when working with these three components of Microsoft Office. If that describes you, ensure you carve time out of your schedule to participate in this four-hour session. In it, you will learn how to work much more efficiently when using these tools to get better results in less time.
2023 Missouri State-Specific Ethics: A Plain English Guide
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Online
2.00 Credits
In a world of increasing complexity, the last thing CPAs need to worry about is obtaining or renewing licenses and permits with regulators. Yet, it can be challenging to find and understand the requirements to keep your license or firm humming along so you can focus on client and business work. Compliance-related issues are not fun, but the basics should be understood by all CPAs. To that end, MOCPA is proud to bring you the 2023 update of the popular Missouri State-Specific Regulatory Ethics course that was introduced in 2019. This program has been developed and edited by members of MOCPA's Professional Ethics Committee and has been reviewed by members of the Missouri State Board of Accountancy.
ChatGPT Series: A Primer for Missouri CPAs
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Online
1.50 Credits
Our business environment is constantly evolving, and this transformation has accelerated with the proliferation of ChatGPT and other artificial intelligence (AI) applications. In this session, we will explore ChatGPT and AI, delve into practical applications that can benefit accountants, and discuss the aspects of their implementation and use. Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to stay ahead of the curve and learn how to harness the potential of AI to streamline routine tasks and enhance your overall job efficiency.
K2's Data Analytics For Accountants And Auditors
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Online
4.00 Credits
In the world of "Big Data," virtually all business professionals have become data analysts, at least to some extent. However, that is particularly true in auditing, where internal and external auditors increasingly turn to data analytics to identify situations requiring follow-up and investigation. Those who understand how to take advantage of various tools to assist in these efforts benefit by conducting more thorough analyses and achieving superior results in less time. In this session, you will learn about various tools and techniques you can use for more thorough data analyses. The discussion includes Excel as a data analysis tool, multiple Excel add-ins, and Microsoft's Power BI application. If you're seeking to improve your skills in the field of data analytics, this session is the one for you!