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2024 Independence Requirements for Auditors

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2.00 Credits

Member Price $79

Non-Member Price $109

Overview

CPAs in public practice are required to maintain independence. In this course, we will discuss concepts associated with independence and review the rules from the AICPA Code of Professional Conduct with a focus on their practical application. 

We will also review the recently issued ethics interpretations from the Professional Ethics Executive Committee (PEEC), which impact independence, and discuss practical methods of implementation. 

Highlights

  • Independence
  • Threats
  • Safeguards

Prerequisites

None

Designed For

Accounting professionals

Objectives

  • Recall the requirements of independence from the Code of Professional Conduct

Preparation

None

Leader(s):

Leader Bios

Melisa Galasso, Galasso Learning Solutions

Melisa Galasso, CPA is the founder and CEO of Galasso Learning Solutions LLC. A CPA with nearly 20 years of experience in the accounting profession, Melisa designs and facilitates courses in advanced technical accounting and auditing topics, including not-for-profit and governmental accounting. She also supports essential professional development, audit level training, and train the trainer efforts. Melisa is a Certified Speaking Professional (CSP), a Certified Professional in Talent Development (CPTD), and has earned the Association for Talent Development Master Trainer™ designation. Her passion for instructional design and adult learning techniques is one of the differentiators that set her apart from other CPE providers. Within the industry, Melisa serves on the FASB’s Not-for-Profit Advisory Committee (NAC) and AICPA Council. She previously served on the AICPA’s Technical Issues Committee (TIC), the VSCPA’s Board of Directors and is a past-Chair of the NCACPA’s A&A committee. Melisa also authors the Money Matters for Nonprofits and serves as a SME for the Center for Plain English Accounting.

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Non-Member Price $109

Member Price $79