CPE Catalog
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Individual Tax Update: Recent Developments
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Online
2.00 Credits
This course addresses the most recent legislative developments impacting individual taxpayers, with a focus on important provisions, rules and concepts to apply when preparing client returns. *Please Note: If you need credit reported to the IRS for this IRS approved program, please download the IRS CE request form on the Course Materials Tab and submit to kori.herrera@acpen.com
Spring Tax Update for Business with Steve Dilley
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Online
4.00 Credits
This program provides an update to the latest tax developments, rules and regulations impacting and business taxpayers, with a review and integration of 2024/25 legislation. *Please Note: If you need credit reported to the IRS for this IRS approved program, please download the IRS CE request form on the Course Materials Tab and submit to kori.herrera@acpen.com
Spring Tax Update for Individuals with Steve Dilley
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Online
4.00 Credits
This program provides an update to the latest tax developments, rules and regulations impacting and individual taxpayers, with a review and integration of 2024/25 legislation. *Please Note: If you need credit reported to the IRS for this IRS approved program, please download the IRS CE request form on the Course Materials Tab and submit to kori.herrera@acpen.com
Real Estate Tax Issues: Passive Activity, Self-Rental and Section 199A
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Online
4.00 Credits
This program will provide a detailed analysis of the real estate professional passive activity rules, including forms reporting examples, and integrates those rules with when real estate is considered a "business" under the Section 199A flow-through entity deduction. A detailed analysis of the self-rental passive activity rules will be given, including forms reporting examples and integrates them with the flow-through entity rules related to self-rental. *Please Note: If you need credit reported to the IRS for this IRS approved program, please download the IRS CE request form on the Course Materials Tab and submit to kori.herrera@acpen.com
2025 Accounting & Auditing Update
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Online
3.00 Credits
Stay informed and prepared with this comprehensive annual update on the latest developments in accounting and auditing. We'll begin with a deep dive into the Accounting Standards Updates (ASUs) effective in 2025, followed by insights from the FAF's 2024 PCC Review and an overview of FASB's Invitation to Comment - Agenda Consultation, which will shape the future of accounting standards. On the auditing side, we'll tackle the essential changes in quality management standards that firms must implement by the end of 2025. The session will also highlight common deficiencies identified by the DOL in EBP (Employee Benefit Plan) engagements and provide a peek at upcoming projects from the Auditing Standards Board (ASB). Join us to gain practical insights and actionable takeaways to navigate these updates with confidence.
2025 Annual Update for Accountants & Auditors
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Online
6.00 Credits
While the pace of FASB's standard-setting has slowed in recent years, the standards that have been issued will be impactful for many organizations. This course will begin with a review of standards effective in 2025 for public, private, and nonprofit organizations. From there, we'll explore upcoming standards, FASB exposure drafts, and ongoing projects to ensure you're prepared for what's next in financial reporting. The second half of the course will shift focus to developments at the AICPA. From quality management to ethics standards and the talent pipeline, there's no shortage of activity. We'll start with a detailed look at the quality management standards effective this year and their impact on firms, including changes to the Peer Review Program. Next, we'll cover essential ethics standards and the latest SSARS updates. We'll also examine common deficiencies in employee benefit plan (EBP) audits and discuss the initiatives of the National Pipeline Advisory Group.
CPAxPACK: Monthly Federal Tax Updates: Stay Informed on Tax!
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Online
24.00 Credits
*** This CPAx Pack includes 12 individual sessions for a total of 24 CPE. You receive significant savings when purchasing these webinars as a Pack. Each of the courses runs live every monday beginning May 1, 2025 through April 30, 2026. Register for these scheduled courses as your schedule allows - at no extra cost to you. Once registered for this pack, log in instructions will be emailed to you separately for each individual course. *** Seismic changes in tax legislation are currently taking place, and the well-informed tax practitioner will want to attend this two-hour monthly program in order to stay abreast of these developments! Approximately one-half of each program is devoted to individual tax issues, and the remaining time is spend on business entity taxation, IRS procedure, tax legislation and other issues. The Monthly Federal Tax Updates occur every Monday at 11am and are presented by Allison M. McLeod, LL.M., CPA. These courses provide a concise look at the hottest topics affecting every tax practitioner.
CPAxPACK: Unlock Power BI with Comprehensive Data Analysis
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Online
10.00 Credits
*** This CPAx Pack includes four individual sessions for a total of 10 CPE. You receive significant savings when purchasing these webinars as a Pack. Each of the courses runs live once a month beginning May 1, 2025 through April 30, 2026. Register for these scheduled courses as your schedule allows - at no extra cost to you. Once registered for this pack, log in instructions will be emailed to you separately for each individual course. *** Unlock the full potential of your data with our comprehensive Power BI course bundle, designed to take you from a beginner to an advanced data analyst. Get started with Power BI to familiarize yourself with the basics of setting up your workspace and learn how to clean, transform, and load data in Power BI. You will master the essential techniques for preparing your data for analysis. This bundle dives deeper into how to create measures in Power BI to help master the art of tracking and analyzing key performance indicators. Learn how to bring Power BI and Data Analysis together to integrate your skills to perform sophisticated data analysis and create compelling visualizations. Each course is meticulously crafted to provide you with practical knowledge and hands-on experience, ensuring you can confidently use Power BI to transform raw data into actionable insights. Join us and elevate your data analysis skills to new heights. Enroll today and become a Power BI expert!
CPAxPACK: Unlocking AI Potential for Business Innovation
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Online
10.00 Credits
*** This CPAx Pack includes six individual sessions for a total of 10 CPE. You receive significant savings when purchasing these webinars as a Pack. Each of the courses runs live once a month beginning May 1, 2025 through April 30, 2026. Register for these scheduled courses as your schedule allows - at no extra cost to you. Once registered for this pack, log in instructions will be emailed to you separately for each individual course. *** Transform your business with our comprehensive AI-powered course bundle, designed to elevate your firm's efficiency, profitability, and compliance. Discover how to implement an AI-enabled marketing strategy to attract and retain clients and explore the practical applications of generative AI to boost your firm's efficiency and profitability. Learn how to instantly transform ideas into revenue streams using AI, and master the essentials of AI privacy, security, and compliance to protect your business. Discover how to slim your team for maximum efficiency with cutting-edge technology and unlock the power of AI with Copilot in Excel to streamline your data analysis and reporting. Each course is meticulously crafted to provide you with the knowledge and skills needed to leverage AI for business innovation and success. Join us and take your firm to the next level with AI-driven strategies. Enroll today and unlock the transformative potential of AI for your business!
CPAxPACK: AI-Powered Accounting
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Online
12.00 Credits
*** This CPAx Pack includes five individual sessions for a total of 12 CPE. You receive significant savings when purchasing these webinars as a Pack. Each of the courses runs live once a month beginning May 1, 2025 through April 30, 2026. Register for these scheduled courses as your schedule allows - at no extra cost to you. Once registered for this pack, log in instructions will be emailed to you separately for each individual course. *** Transform your accounting practice with our cutting-edge course bundle, designed to harness the power of artificial intelligence. "Unlock the Power of AI with Copilot in Excel" to streamline your data analysis and reporting. Dive deeper with the "AI Prompt Engineering Masterclass for Accountants," where you'll learn to craft effective AI prompts tailored to your needs. Explore "AI for CPAs - How it Works and How to Apply it" to understand the fundamentals and practical applications of AI in accounting. Automate your tax preparation process with "1040 Tax Prep Automation with AI Tools," and discover how AI seamlessly integrates into the accounting world with "How AI Fits into the Accounting World." Each course is meticulously crafted to provide you with the knowledge and skills needed to leverage AI for increased efficiency, accuracy, and innovation in your practice. Join us and become a future-ready CPA, equipped with the tools to excel in the evolving landscape of accounting. Enroll today and unlock the transformative potential of AI in your accounting career!
CPAxPACK: Forensic Accounting: Investigate, Analyze, Report
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Online
12.00 Credits
*** This CPAx Pack includes three individual sessions for a total of 12 CPE. You receive significant savings when purchasing these webinars as a Pack. Each of the courses runs live once a month beginning May 1, 2025 through April 30, 2026. Register for these scheduled courses as your schedule allows - at no extra cost to you. Once registered for this pack, log in instructions will be emailed to you separately for each individual course. *** Dive into the intricate world of forensic accounting with our comprehensive course bundle, designed to equip you with the skills and knowledge needed to excel in legal and investigative settings. "Forensic Accounting: Court Approved Methods of Proof," will teach you the essential techniques for gathering and presenting evidence that stands up in court. "Forensic Accounting: When the Office Is a Crime Scene," provides valuable intel on how to investigate financial crimes within an organization, identifying fraudulent activities and tracing illicit transactions. Master the art of "Forensic Accounting: Crafting Expert Reports," is where you'll learn to compile your findings into clear, compelling reports that can withstand legal scrutiny and support your expert testimony. Each course is meticulously crafted to provide you with practical insights and hands-on experience, ensuring you can confidently navigate the complexities of forensic accounting. Join us and become a forensic accounting expert, ready to tackle financial crimes and support legal proceedings with precision and authority. Enroll today and take the first step towards mastering forensic accounting!
CPAxPACK: Tax Pro's Guide: Essential Courses for Tax Mastery
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Online
12.00 Credits
*** This CPAx Pack includes seven individual sessions for a total of 12 CPE. You receive significant savings when purchasing these webinars as a Pack. Each of the courses runs live once a month beginning May 1, 2025 through April 30, 2026. Register for these scheduled courses as your schedule allows - at no extra cost to you. Once registered for this pack, log in instructions will be emailed to you separately for each individual course. *** Unlock the secrets of taxation with this comprehensive course bundle, designed to take you from a novice to a tax expert. Whether you're just starting with the basics of individual taxation or diving deep into the complexities of income tax analysis and IRS audit techniques, this bundle will deliver. Learn to teach tax concepts effectively, automate 1040 tax preparation with cutting-edge AI tools, and navigate the tax implications of retirement plan distributions with confidence. With detailed insights into Schedule C of Form 1040, you'll gain the knowledge and skills needed to handle diverse tax scenarios. This bundle is your ultimate guide to mastering taxation, offering a blend of foundational knowledge and advanced strategies. Join us and transform your tax expertise into a powerful skill set that will set you apart in the field, ensuring you stay ahead in the ever-evolving world of taxation. Enroll today to take steps to master becoming an expert Tax Pro in your field!
CPAxPACK: Unlimited Webinars
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Online
0.00 Credits
Get all of your CPE at one low price. Dive into our Unlimited Pack and start your journey of uninterrupted learning today at a more economical price than purchasing each webinar individually. With a huge selection of courses tailored to meet diverse learning needs, you can access our entire webinar catalog for only $599. Say goodbye to the stress of purchasing individual courses and hello to continuous learning and growth. How Does It Work ... The CPA Crossings Unlimited Pack gives you the opportunity to take unlimited scheduled webinars on our state-of-the-art learning platform. Once you purchase this pack, you will then be able to register for any course on our platform*, without any additional cost. Instructions will be sent to your email. Start saving and start learning today!
The Controllership Series - The Future Role of the Controller Part 1
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Online
1.50 Credits
This is a two-part series that discuss new trends and concepts the financial controller should begin to execute in order to truly become a valued member of the senior leadership team. The rapid pace of the evolving technological landscape has promoted changes in how accountants and financial professionals focus attention on strategy and modernize their roles to leverage digital technology. There is increased demand for enhancing flexibility into finance cycles and initiating real-time reporting and insights. These are the core attributes that will assist in transforming the work that controllership function performs. Is the financial controllership prepared to meet future business demands? The IMA® (Institute of Management Accountants) and Deloitte’s Center for Controllership aimed to better understand the current state of controllership and expectations of future demands for controllers and accounting professionals. They conducted a survey in late 2022 and identified several trends. The survey takes a look at how prepared controllership is to meet future business demands. It also highlights some insights for leaders to consider that may increase their preparedness. It also identified areas of additional insight and questions to answer on the controllership transformation journey. In this segment one, we go through numerous concepts in detail and the remaining concepts will be covered in segment two.
K2's Optimizing Your Tech Stack For Efficiency And Cost-Effectiveness
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Online
2.00 Credits
In the ever-evolving landscape of business technology, it is about having the right tools and optimizing for efficiency and cost- effectiveness. K2's Optimizing Your Tech Stack for Efficiency and Cost-Effectiveness is designed for professionals seeking to balance functionality with financial prudence. This session delves into strategies for streamlining your technology stack without sacrificing performance. We will guide you through assessing your current tech tools, identifying redundancies, and exploring less expensive yet effective alternatives. You will learn techniques to evaluate the total cost of ownership of tech tools and make informed decisions to avoid overspending. This course is necessary for professionals seeking the most value from their technology investments.
What's Changing in Risk Assessment
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Online
2.00 Credits
SAS 145, Understanding the Entity and Its Environment and Assessing the Risks of Material Misstatement, was issued in October 2021. The audit standard amends AU-C 315, including many changes to address common audit deficiencies. This course will provide an overview of SAS 145 and its changes to AU-C 315. Attendees will have an opportunity to evaluate the impact on audit methodology and documentation.
Inventory, Expense and Payroll Fraud
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Online
2.00 Credits
Inventory is a wonderful place to both hide fraud and commit fraud. The reasons that inventory is subject to so much fraud is the it is often very large, spread out over a large area, and many people have access to it. When there are little or no internal controls related to inventory control, you are begging employees to steal it. No with so many ways to dispose of stolen inventory via the internet, i.e., EBAY, inventory fraud is much more appealing to a lot of individuals. The more common ways to commit expense fraud and how to cover it up will also be discussed. Travel and entertainment are some of the favorite areas of committing expense fraud. In addition, payroll fraud will be discussed. Although there are many ways to commit payroll fraud, it is very easy to prevent. This presentation is designed to familiarize the participants with the many ways to commit inventory, expense and payroll fraud, how to detect it, and more importantly, how to prevent it.
Like-Kind Exchanges
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Online
2.20 Credits
Please join us for a discussion on like-kind exchanges (LKE), known as one of the last great tax legal “shelters” available to those buying and selling real property. We will be covering the basic structure of a LKE, and ways a taxpayer can utilize qualified third party intermediaries (QI), tenancy-in-common structures including Delaware Statutory Trusts (DST). We will also explore creative solutions to sticky situations a taxpayer may find itself in obtaining replacement property. **Please Note: If you need credit reported to the IRS for this IRS approved program, please download the IRS CE request form on the Course Materials Tab and submit to kori.herrera@acpen.com
Ethics of AI: A CPA's Guide
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Online
2.00 Credits
The practical application of artificial intelligence (AI) in the accounting profession is spreading like wildfire with the release of powerful applications such as ChatGPT. A byproduct of this evolution is the origination of new ethical dilemmas for CPAs on how to address the use of this technology in the delivery of their services. This course, presented by John Higgins, CPA, a nationally recognized technology advisor to the profession, will provide CPAs with a practical framework for addressing the various ethical issues that can arise with the application of AI in their work. This event may be a rebroadcast of a live event and the instructor will be available to answer your questions during the event.
Business Consulting for CPAs
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Online
4.00 Credits
Does your firm have interest in expanding its’ services beyond traditional CPA services? Do you have staff with the expertise to compete against non-CPA firms? Welcome to a course that will lead you through the maze of creating a successful Consulting Business Practice for your CPA firm. The course will help you understand: where consulting business opportunities exist, what are the firm’s professional responsibilities and most importantly how to recognize the needs of the client.