CPE Catalog
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ACPEN: Employees Today and Tomorrow: The ROI on Your People?
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Online
2.00 Credits
Employees drive the written and unwritten culture at your organization. Understanding the key workplace issues and how to solve them in today's environment can maximize the returns that employees provide for an organization. We take a deep dive into the research behind the larger issues with our workforce and discuss multiple practical solutions that will enhance your leadership and growth. How can we realize the most from our staff? Presented by: Bob MimsType: Live Webcast Replay
ACPEN: Introduction to Not-for-Profit Accounting
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Online
2.00 Credits
Not-for-profit organizations encounter distinct accounting complexities. This course provides an introduction to the financial statements and specialized accounting principles relevant to nonprofits. Attendees will explore key topics such as net assets, agency transactions, contributions, and endowments, focusing on the unique transactions and account balances that define not-for-profit accounting. Presented by: Melisa GalassoType: Live Webcast Replay
ACPEN: Sampling - Avoiding Common Mistakes on Financial Statement and Compliance Audits
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Online
2.00 Credits
Sampling is an important method for determining the extent of testing controls, testing compliance, and tests of substantive details. It allows the auditor to apply procedures to less than 100% of the population yet extend results to project likely conclusions about the entire population. This module will describe the proper process for both attribute testing and variable sampling in financial statement and compliance audits. Presented by: Jennifer LouisType: Live Webcast Replay
ACPEN: Financial Accounting for Related Party Transactions
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Online
2.00 Credits
Loans, rental agreements, business combinations - what do these all have in common? They all have the potential of creating a related party transaction. This program presents a detailed analysis of the financial accounting rules for transactions with related parties, as well as compares and contrasts those rules with the AICPA financial reporting framework for small and medium-sized entities. This course does not qualify for IRS credit. Presented by: Steven DilleyType: Live Webcast Replay
ACPEN: Fraud and Financial Distortion: What May Be Hiding Behind the Numbers
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Online
2.00 Credits
Financial statements are intended to communicate the financial condition of an organization, but the numbers themselves are only a translation of underlying business operations. When financial professionals focus solely on the accounting presentation without understanding the operational realities behind those numbers, significant risks, distortions, or even fraud can go undetected. This course explores how CPAs, auditors, controllers, and financial analysts can apply operational thinking when reviewing financial information. Participants will learn how to translate financial results back into operational language and evaluate whether a business model is plausible. Through practical examples and real-world case studies, the program highlights warning signs that may indicate financial distortion or misrepresentation. The session equips participants with practical questions and analytical tools to help identify what may be hiding behind seemingly reasonable financial statements. Presented by: James LindellType: Live Webcast Replay
ACPEN: K2's Productivity Life Hacks
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Online
2.00 Credits
Today's busy professional has an ever-expanding workload, but delivery timelines are decreasing. We have more meetings, more emails, and more work projects. Outside of work, we have increased family and social obligations. Simply, there aren't enough hours in the day to get everything done. We all could benefit from an extra hour of productivity throughout the day. Effectively using technology in your personal and business life is a great way to get more mileage out of your day. This course will look at 10 different tools or services that can make your life easier or take the headache out of mundane tasks. We will look at tools that simplify scheduling appointments, take the hassle out of tracking time, improve data sharing between applications, and more. Participants will leave this class with tips and tricks on shaving hours of time per week. Presented by: Steven Yoss, Jr.Type: Live Webcast Replay
ACPEN: Metrics Management – Dashboards, Performance Tools, and Open-Book Management
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Online
2.00 Credits
Metrics only add value when they are communicated clearly and used consistently. This session focuses on dashboards, performance management tools, and open-book management as ways to turn metrics into action. Participants will learn how dashboards support decision-making, why many reporting projects fail, and how transparency and trust improve performance. The session emphasizes visualization, communication, and using metrics to answer the most important management questions. Humorous videos will be incorporated to drive home some key points and keep things entertaining. Presented by: Bob MimsType: Live Webcast Replay
ChatGPT for Accountants: 50+ Use Cases
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Online
2.00 Credits
This course will explore the use of ChatGPT and artificial intelligence chatbot technologies in the accounting profession. Participants will learn how to utilize ChatGPT to automate tasks, improve efficiency and accuracy, and provide real-time support to clients. This event may be a rebroadcast of a live event and the instructor will be available to answer your questions during the event.
ACPEN: Accounting for Leases
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Online
2.60 Credits
In February 2016, FASB issued ASU 2016-02, Leases, which provides new guidelines that change the accounting for leasing arrangements. To be able to properly account for leases, financial professionals must understand ASU 2016-02 (also referred to as Topic 842). This guidance covers information on how leases should be accounted for. The previous leasing standard (ASC 840) had been in existence for almost 40 years. Under ASC Topic 842, lessors continue to classify leases as operating, direct financing, or sales-type. While lessees now classify leases as operating or financing leases. Previous guidance only required capital leases to be reflected on the BS. The new guidance requires all leases to be reflected on the BS. This is a major change for organizations and will cause their balance sheets to swell as leases must now be disclosed on the balance sheet. The standards original effective dates were prior to 2019. In April 2020, due to COVID-19, FASB voted to defer the effective date for ASC 842 for private companies and certain not-for-profit's for one year. For private companies and private not-for-profits, the leasing standard will be effective for fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2021, and interim periods within fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2022. For public companies the leasing standard is effective for fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2019, including interim periods within those fiscal years. The course covers elements of lease classification for both lessees and lessors. Also, numerous examples are incorporated as reference. Presented by: Lynn FountainType: Live Webcast Replay
ACPEN: Inventory Observation - Cretaceous Conservatory Simulation
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Online
3.00 Credits
Step into the heart of the Cretaceous Conservatory for an unforgettable inventory observation adventure! In this immersive simulation, you'll travel to a remote island where the inventory isn't just vast, it's alive. As an auditor responsible for ensuring accuracy in the company's dinosaur-development operations, you'll face wild risks, navigate complex inventory procedures, and confront the unexpected. Through hands-on scenarios, you'll learn to identify misstatements, evaluate unique inventory challenges, and apply standard observation techniques all while staying one step ahead of potential disaster. Can you survive the wilds of the Cretaceous and emerge as the ultimate inventory explorer, or will the risks prove too much to handle? Presented by: Peter ZenderType: Live Webcast Replay
ACPEN: The Preparation of Form 706 - Line-by-Line
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Online
3.00 Credits
Preparing Form 706 requires a detailed understanding of estate taxation, valuation rules, and compliance requirements. This course provides a step-by-step breakdown of Form 706, helping tax professionals accurately report estate taxes while ensuring compliance with IRS regulations. Participants will explore key components, including gross estate calculations, deductions, tax computation, and portability elections. With real-world examples and practical guidance, attendees will gain confidence in preparing Form 706, even in complex scenarios. This course will also cover any recent legislative changes introduced by the new administration and their impact on estate tax planning and compliance. *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 Presented by: Arthur WernerType: Live Webcast Replay
ACPEN: K2’s Best Word, Outlook, And PowerPoint Features
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Online
4.00 Credits
Are you using Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint to their full potential? Many professionals rely on these essential tools but often overlook their best features. If you find yourself using "brute force" methods and spending too much time on tasks, it's time to upgrade your skills. Join our four-hour session designed to transform how you work with Microsoft Office. You'll learn how to harness the power of Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint to achieve better results in less time. Our expert instructors will guide you through the most efficient techniques, ensuring you gain practical skills that you can apply immediately. Don't miss this opportunity to enhance your productivity and streamline your workflow. Sign up now and take the first step towards mastering Microsoft Office! Presented by: Thomas StephensType: Live Webcast Replay
Forensic Accounting: When The Office Is A Crime Scene
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Online
4.00 Credits
Embezzlement happens often to many small businesses. Unfortunately, the lack of internal controls allow the embezzlement to remain undetected for years. But when it is discovered, the small business owner will most likely contact their CPA for advice. What should you do when your client contacts you about their employee embezzling money from their business? What options should you present to your client? How can your client protect themselves, while investigating the embezzlement? What steps need to be taken about preserving any documents, emails, texts, or phone calls? This course teaches how to engage the client, properly identify the evidence needed to prove the crime, how to write the report for civil and criminal trial, and best practices in preserving electronic and paper evidence. This event may be a rebroadcast of a live event and the instructor will be available to answer your questions during the event.
Fundamentals of Form 1040 -- Business
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Online
4.00 Credits
This course builds on the foundational knowledge from Part 1, Fundamentals of the 1040 - Core Concepts. It expands into business income taxation and additional reporting requirements. Participants will learn how to accurately report self-employment income, income from pass-through entities on Form 1040. This course covers Schedule C, Schedule E, and essential forms such as Form 7203 and Form 7217 to ensure accurate tax preparation for clients with business activities. This event may be a rebroadcast of a live event and the instructor will be available to answer your questions during the event.
ACPEN: K2’s Small Business Internal Controls, Security, And Fraud Prevention And Detection
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Online
8.00 Credits
In today's fast-paced business environment, internal controls are more crucial than ever, especially for small organizations. However, many small businesses face significant challenges in implementing effective internal control structures. Our comprehensive program is designed to help you evaluate, develop, and implement a robust internal control system tailored to the unique needs of small businesses. Join us to learn how to assess risks and implement preventive, detective, deterrent, and compensating controls to mitigate these risks, even in the absence of proper segregation of duties. Our program also covers technology-focused techniques for preventing and detecting fraud, securing information systems, and protecting sensitive data. Don't let the complexities of internal controls overwhelm you. Our expert-led sessions will provide you with the insights and tools necessary to design, implement, and monitor effective internal controls, security measures, and anti-fraud strategies. Ensure your small business is safeguarded against risks and positioned for success. Presented by: Thomas StephensType: Live Webcast Replay
Tax Depreciation: Review and Update
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Online
2.00 Credits
A discussion of recent law changes that impact capitalization, depreciation, and disposition of assets. This event may be a rebroadcast of a live event and the instructor will be available to answer your questions during the event.
ACPEN: Consulting Services Secrets
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Online
1.00 Credits
Award winning discussion leader Mark Hugh discusses how to create and capture value with consulting services. Whether you want to consult a little or full time, this valuable course reviews identifying a specialty, growing a practice, capturing value, creating deliverables, and effective marketplace marketing strategies. Presented by: Mark HughType: Live Webcast Replay
ACPEN: Section 174: New Rules for R&E and OBBA Update
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Online
1.00 Credits
This course introduces the new OBBA standards that redefine how research and experimentation are reported. Participants will learn key regulatory updates, compliance expectations, and best practices for aligning research activities with OBBA's principles of transparency, accountability, and innovation. **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 terri.storer@acpen.com. Presented by: Steven DilleyType: Live Webcast Replay
ACPEN: Revenue Recognition - Determine the Transaction Price - Part 1
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Online
1.20 Credits
The new revenue recognition standard outlines five steps for proper compliance. At the surface, these steps seem simplistic. However, there are many considerations that should be considered within each step based on your process and industry. Previous courses in this series have covered the standard at a high level and evaluated step one and two of the standard. They are: Understanding the Revenue Recognition Standard Revenue Recognition: Identify the Contract - Part One Revenue Recognition: Identify the Contract - Part Two Revenue Recognition: Identify Performance Obligations – Part One Revenue Recognition: Identify Performance Obligations – Part Two Revenue Recognition: Determine Transaction Price - Part 1 Revenue Recognition: Determine Transaction Price - Part 2 Revenue Recognition: Allocate the Transaction Price Revenue Recognition: Recognize Revenue This segment is designed to evaluate Step Three of the new model dealing with Determining the Transaction Price. Presented by: Lynn FountainType: Live Webcast Replay
ACPEN: Navigating IRS Authorizations: Understanding Power of Attorney, Form 2848, and Form 8821 – 2 hrs
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Online
2.00 Credits
This two-hour course provides a comprehensive overview of the IRS collection process, guiding tax professionals through each stage, from the initial notice to enforced collection actions. Participants will gain insights into taxpayer expectations during the collection process, as well as strategies for resolving tax debts. The course highlights when to use Form 433-A or 433-B, the documentation needed, and the criteria for submitting an Offer in Compromise (OIC) to settle tax debts for less than the full amount owed. Attendees will also learn about the various payment options available and practical approaches to advising clients. *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 Presented by: Mary Jane HouraniType: Live Webcast Replay