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Tax Staff Essentials, Level 3: Tax Senior-Supervisor
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68.50 Credits
Capitalize on emerging cross-selling opportunities. Identify the more difficult areas for experienced tax compliance specialists by focusing on understanding business strategies and analyzing your client's competitive position, then converting this knowledge into tax planning and business advice. Increasing exposure to specialized tax niches will position your work force to capitalize on emerging cross-selling opportunities. Key subject matters covered include FASB ASC 740 and deferred income taxes Estates and trusts Tax-exempt organizations Real estate transactions Advanced S corporation concepts This level will give staff, seniors, and supervisors the confidence to begin assuming client and engagement management responsibilities. Two additional case study-based courses have been added to the curriculum. These give staff, seniors, and supervisors opportunity to work through real-life, application-based scenarios. Courses Included: Form 990 - Mastering Its Unique Characteristics Income Tax Accounting Estate & Trust Primer Real Estate Taxation Advanced Tax Planning S Corporations Introduction to Business Acquisitions Reviewing Individual Returns: What Are You Missing? Reviewing S Corps Returns Tax Staff Essentials is a comprehensive, integrated curriculum that provides tax training for four different experience levels and is available in four different formats: Online, On-site, Tax Schools, and Webcasts.
Tax Staff Essentials, Level 4 - Tax Manager/Director
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68.50 Credits
Gain advanced technical training in tax essentials. Give your managers and directors the tools they need to offer existing clients additional tax services with training designed to do the following: Improve and increase proficiency levels Elicit a higher level of customer satisfaction Potentially increase firm service fees Level 4 contains the advanced technical level of training to allow your firm to expand its ability to offer professional services to new and existing clients. Key areas covered include: IRS audits Advanced topics in partnership taxation and accounting for deferred taxes Individual and small business tax planning Whether you wish to expand your firm by developing expertise in a niche or by business referrals from highly satisfied clients, TSE Level 4 is a must-have suite of CPE courses. An additional case study-based course has been added to the curriculum. This gives staff, seniors, and supervisors the opportunity to work through real-life, application-based scenarios in partnership returns. Courses Included IRS Disputes: Identifying Options for Your Client Advanced Taxation Partnerships & LLCs International Taxation Advanced Income Tax Accounting Tax Planning for Small Businesses Individual Tax Planning Reviewing Partnership Returns Tax Staff Essentials is a comprehensive, integrated curriculum that provides tax training for four different experience levels and is available in four different formats: Online, On-site, Tax Schools, and Webcasts.
Taxation of Property Transactions - Tax Staff Essentials
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3.50 Credits
Save when you buy the complete Tax Staff Essentials, Level 2 online bundle. Understand taxation of property transactions Help your clients understand and correctly handle taxes associated with property transactions. Understand important property-related timing issues and planning opportunities that can lead to significant tax savings. Practical understanding Gain a practical understanding of the various complex tax laws dealing with the sale, disposal, or exchange of property. Understand the rules dealing with like-kind exchanges and involuntary conversions, all updated for tax reform. The course provides CPE credit in the Tax field of study.
Valuation Practices in Forensic Engagements - Part 1 and Part 2
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5.00 Credits
This CPE course can be purchased individually or as part of the Specialized Forensic Accounting Certificate. Valuation and forensic accounting go hand in hand. As forensic accountants hone valuation skills, it's imperative for the profession to understand the AICPA Professional Standards on valuation services. Considerations such as cash flow, risk, and income taxes need to be included in the calculations a forensic accountant performs. Through narration by an industry subject matter expert and practical scenario exercises, this two-module CPE course describes valuation approaches and methods in forensic engagements. Each module details various valuation methods and calculations, with examples to visualize outcomes. Enhanced On-Demand Format This enhanced on-demand format offers meaningful and relevant content in the form of tables, charts, and discussion points on slides. An instructor who is an expert on the topical area breaks down complex topics, offers best practices, provides clarity, and shares insights that help the learner achieve the learning objectives for the course. Part 2 Distinguish various approaches used to complete a valuation. Choose between common methods used to perform a financial analysis and prepare a financial analysis using one of the methods under each approach.
You have a SOC 1r report - now what?
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3.50 Credits
Unlock SOC 1 report essentials Discover essential information contained in SOC 1 reports that affects the financial statement audit. Understand how this information can be used to identify and assess risks related to internal control over financial reporting, when relevant services are outsourced. Comply with GAAS Ensure compliance with AU-C section 420 in a financial statement audit focusing on risk assessment and internal control.
AICPA CPExpress
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40.00 Credits
AICPA's CPExpressConvenience. Learning. Value. CPExpress offers unprecedented access to over 450 CPE learning courses developed by subject matter experts from the AICPA. By combining quality CPE learning with the convenience of online access at an affordable price, CPExpress provides you the value needed to earn CPE credit hours to advance your career and professional competencies. Courses are presented in one- or two-hour increments to provide learning that works within your schedule so you can choose to: Earn CPE at a steady rate over time, throughout the reporting year Complete training in a crunch or when you have a window open up in your calendar Complete a series of courses back-to-back, or start a course and resume it later DiscountsFirm-wide access offers group discounts with tracking capabilities. Purchase a mininum of five discounted seats with access to the entire CPExpress Library and designate an Access Control Administrator who will be able to monitor the training process of each staff member.Subscription DetailsOnce you place your order, you will be sent an email with login information with instant access to the courses for one year.
Surgent's Unlimited Plus Package
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40.00 Credits
Surgent's Unlimited Plus PackageWebinars and downloadable pdf self-study courses MOCPA members can purchase a subscription to Surgent's Unlimited Plus Package for just $675 - 25% off Surgent's retail price! Enjoy 12 months of access to every Surgent CPE course in every online format--plus unlimited CPE credits! This is the only package that includes premium courses, such as the late-breaking tax updates, specialized courses, and more. Order now and you'll receive access instructions via email, so you'll be able to start right away! Package includes 12 months of access to:• Over 8000 credits• 1,200+ live webinars• 190+ self-study PDF courses• 100+ on-demand webcasts• Surgent's exclusive premium courses Why Choose the Unlimited Plus Package? Get the best value CPE package on the market. Order now and you'll receive access instructions via email from info@surgent.com. You'll be able to start registering for live webinars and accessing self-study courses right away. Earn as much CPE and explore as many topics as you'd like for one full year from the date of purchase. > View all > View included webinars > View included self study Please note:Subscriptions are available for single users only. The Unlimited Plus Package may not be split or shared with others.
Surgent's Unlimited Self-Study Package
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40.00 Credits
Surgent's Unlimited Self-Study PackageDownloadable pdf self-study courses Surgent's Unlimited Self-Study Package includes every PDF download course in Surgent’s catalog – over 250 courses, each from 2-16 credits. As a member, you pay just $389.00 29% off Surgent’s retail price! Why Choose the Unlimited Self-Study Package? Get 12 months of access to the most practical guidance and analysis in the industry in the form of downloadable pdfs. With over 250 courses, including ethics, accompanied by reference materials, you can learn anytime, anywhere at a pace that works for you. And when you’re ready, take the test with instant results and immediate certificate delivery. Order today and immediately start downloading the course material you need for the next 12 months. You will receive instructions via email from info@surgent.com. Package includes annual access to:• 1,200+ credits• 250+ downloadable courses• Reference material downloads• Instant test results• Immediate certificate delivery > View included self-study courses Please note: Subscriptions are available for single users only. The Unlimited Self-Study CPE Package may not be split or shared with others.
Professional Ethics: AICPA's Comprehensive Exam (for licensure)
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0.00 Credits
A key step in obtaining your CPA license is passing the ethics exam.The ethics exam is an open-book, multiple-choice exam written and graded by the American Institute of CPAs. You can order the ethics exam from MOCPA.Candidates can order, take, and submit answers for the ethics exam at any time during the licensure process. Some may take the ethics exam before starting the CPA exam, between CPA exam sections, or after all four sections of the CPA exam are completed. This is completely up to the candidate. The ethics exam does not need to be completed during the 18-month rolling window of the CPA exam. Your course will be accessible shortly after completing your purchase. Access instructions will be sent to your email and you will be able to access the materials and exam for one year from purchase date. Upon completion of the exam you will also be able to print or download your certificate of completion. This course discusses the AICPA, SEC, and GAO ethics rules in an inventive and creative way. Through interactive case studies, exercises and illustrative graphics, you will learn the most up-to-date rules.This course also explains the revised AICPA Code of Professional Conduct and conceptual framework, which all members of the AICPA must follow, and covers the basic tenets of ethical and professional conduct, the principles of ethics, and explains why the code is necessary and how it is organized.Order the ethics exam now!
Surgent's Unlimited Webinar Package
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40.00 Credits
Surgent's Unlimited Webinar Package Webinars onlyMOCPA members can purchase a subscription to Surgent's Unlimited Webinar Package for just you pay $525.00– 30% off Surgent’s retail price! Why Choose the Unlimited Webinar Package?• Get unlimited access to over 1200 webinars • Enjoy 12 months of access, available one year from the date of purchase• Includes 1-, 2-, 3-, 4-, and 8-hour options in all the topics CPAs need. Up to 5,000 credits!• Choose from daily options at many convenient times, including evenings, lunch hours, and Saturdays• You'll earn live CPE credit without exams (certificates delivery within 24hours)• All Surgent webinars feature high-quality audio and video, plus an easy-to-use attendance verification system (you'll just need to click the screen when prompted to verify that you're watching) Technical support and interactive Q&A are available throughout all webinars. Order a package now and you'll instructions via email from info@surgent.com. You'll be able to start registering for live webinars courses right away. * Note: this package does not include premium webinars.> View webinars Please note:Subscriptions are available for single users only. The Unlimited Webinar Package may not be split or shared with others.
Surgent's 2023 Tax Update - Download
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3.00 Credits
Both businesses and individual clients face major changes as a result of tax reform, and tax professionals face the considerable challenge of delivering effective planning advice and services to address this myriad of recent developments. This course addresses this challenge and also encompasses the latest tax legislation applicable to individual and business clients. Continually updated to reflect enacted legislation.This course qualifies for IRS credit.
Surgent's A Complete Guide to Offers in Compromise - On-Demand Webcast
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2.00 Credits
This course is designed to assist practitioners in preparing Offers in Compromise (OIC). After this course, you should have an understanding of how proper planning can make a significant difference in the amount eventually paid to the IRS and the resulting financial well-being of your client. This program covers the basics, from choosing the proper forms to utilize through the filing of an appeal if necessary. We will also explain how to increase your chances of having your OIC approved by the IRS by going over the complexities involved.This course qualifies for IRS credit.
Surgent's A Complete Guide to the Yellow Book - Download
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8.00 Credits
If you work with governments and not-for-profits, a thorough understanding of the Yellow Book is essential. This course will equip you with a comprehensive knowledge of the Yellow Book requirements and increase your confidence and proficiency in performing Yellow Book audits. The course materials utilize a highly illustrative and innovative format including over 20 focused exercises on key practice issues.This course qualifies for yellow book credit.
Surgent's A Complete Guide to the Yellow Book - On-Demand Webcast
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8.00 Credits
If you work with governments and not-for-profits, a thorough understanding of the Yellow Book is essential. This course will equip you with a comprehensive knowledge of the Yellow Book requirements and increase your confidence and proficiency in performing Yellow Book audits. The course materials utilize a highly illustrative and innovative format including over 20 focused exercises on key practice issues.This course qualifies for yellow book credit.
Surgent's A Complete Tax Guide to Exit Planning - On-Demand Webcast
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2.00 Credits
When exit planning, it is important to weigh various issues, including tax implications, to achieve an effective management and/or ownership change. Many envision tax-free reorganizations being the most preferable structure to avoid capital gains tax, but the opportunities come at a cost to the seller. This course will provide a well-rounded discussion of the various strategies to consider when advising on exiting a business.This course qualifies for IRS credit.
Surgent's A Guide to Auditing Common Investments - On-Demand Webcast
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2.00 Credits
Many small- and mid-size entities hold fewer complex investments including alternative investments. This module will provide an overview for evaluating the proper recognition, measurement, and disclosure of common investment types as well as how to audit them. Derivatives and other more complex investments will be discussed in another module. (Please Note: This module is part of Surgent's Audit Skills Training: Level 2.)
Surgent's A Practical Guide to Auditing Cash and Cash Equivalents - On-Demand Webcast
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2.00 Credits
Cash and cash equivalents tend to be one of the first areas assigned to new auditors since it tends to be straightforward with less complexity and risk as other areas. In addition, there is little subjectivity involved and persuasive audit evidence from a third-party is generally available. Interestingly enough, this is an area that can have a significant risk of misappropriation of assets if the appropriate level of segregation of duties and other internal controls is not present. New auditors should approach cash with the same professional skepticism as other areas since there is always the risk of material misstatement. (Please Note: This module is part of Surgent's Audit Skills Training: Level 1.)
Surgent's AICPA Update - Download
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2.00 Credits
Designed for accounting and auditing practitioners at all levels in both public accounting and business and industry, this course provides an overview of recently issued AICPA auditing and attest standards that will be effective for December 31, 2022 audits and beyond. Next, the course will review ethics interpretations recently issued by the Professional Ethics Executive Committee and review the current status of the AICPA's proposed Statements on Quality Control Standards.
Surgent's Accounting Changes and Error Corrections - Download
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2.00 Credits
This course provides an overview of the accounting requirements with respect to accounting changes and error corrections and the reporting implications within an entity's financial statements. The scope of accounting changes includes a discussion of changes in accounting principles, changes in accounting estimates, as well as changes of a reporting entity. The course also provides an overview of the accounting requirements of correcting errors in previously issued financial statements as well as restatement considerations. A majority of the information included within this course is sourced from the requirements found within FASB ASC Topic No 250, Accounting Changes and Error Corrections.
Surgent's Accounting Hot Topics - On-Demand Webcast
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2.00 Credits
In addition to being experts on the nuts and bolts of accounting and auditing, experienced auditors must also be aware of the emerging trends in our industry, as well as those complex topics with which we don't need to deal on an everyday basis. In this session, we'll cover some of those emerging and challenging topics. First, we'll review technology hot trends and how they will likely impact your clients and how you will need to address them in your audit risk assessments and procedures. Next, as the FASB continues to implement more opportunities to value assets and liabilities at their fair value, we'll review the accounting definition of fair value and how it's determined. Lastly, we'll review two areas that use fair value concepts pervasively, accounting for business combinations and asset impairment. With a sound understanding of the basic accounting concepts related to these complex topics, auditors will be able to significantly enhance the level of services that they can provide to their clients. (Please Note: This module is part of Surgent's Audit Skills Training: Level 4.)