CPE Catalog & Events
Surgent's Data Analytics Toolkit - Tools and Applications
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Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $99
Definition of Data Analytics Assessing your organization’s current status and establishing an environment for success Financial staff’s core activities Common uses of analytics and current examples Behavioral forces that impact decisions Examples of inaccurate forecasts Identifying strategic measurements (KPIs) Improving budgeting and forecasting and addressing Black Swan events Collecting and using data from traditional and non-traditional data sources Statistical tools, including Median, Mode, Moving average, Ratio analysis, Pareto analysis, Rolling forecast, Mission-based budgeting, Trend analysis, Regression, Z-Score (public and private organizations), and Simulation Analytical techniques, including Brainstorming, Mind mapping, and Delphi technique Software tools that are readily available and can assist in visually exploring data; expanding the scope of available data, as well as collecting, analyzing and presenting results (including Dashboards). Specific ideas for using Data Analytics, including immediate opportunities and areas for further consideration Expanded lists of readings and next level software for a participants’ future reference
Business Consulting for CPAs
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Online
4.00 Credits
Member Price: $129
What is Business Consulting? Identify the types of Management services your firm could offer. How to become the trusted advisor – identification of client’s needs? Learn how client expectations may create different performance and understanding levels for CPAs in business consulting engagements. Know what it takes to create a valuable outcome for the client. Understand the competitive advantages/disadvantages that your firm has versus non-CPA business consultants. Learn techniques to become a more effective consultant. Professional standards application
2024 Financial Statement Analysis
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Online
4.00 Credits
Member Price: $129
Purposes of financial statement analysis Trend analysis and vertical & horizontal analysis Simple and multivariate regression; Analysis of metrics Assessment of liquidity, solvency, and profitability Using data visualizations The role of qualitative factors
2024 Annual Update for Governments and Not-for-Profits
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Online
8.00 Credits
Member Price: $225
Compensated Absences Financial Reporting Model 2024 Compliance Supplement Yellow Book Quality Management
2024 Financial Accounting for Related Party Transactions
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Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $79
FASB codification provisions for transactions with related parties, including business owners and special purpose entities Compares and contrasts those rules with the AICPA financial reporting framework for small and medium-sized entities Reviews the tax accounting related taxpayer standards Several real-life situations illustrate the various authoritative standards and discuss the consequences of failing to comply with those standards
Excel - Functions and Formula Shootout
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Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $89
The major topics that will be covered in this class include:Review of formula creation best practicesDemonstration of various Excel functions to enhance calculationsUsing Excel functions to perform advanced calculations
Surgent's Ensure Your Accounting Team Is Operating at Peak Performance Through Engagement and Motivation
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Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $99
Increase productivity and profitability Communicate better and resolve conflict Learn teamwork principles in today's changing accounting workplace Motivate yourself and your team
Surgent's Mastering Client Management for Accounting and Finance Professionals
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Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $99
The evolving landscape of client expectations in the accounting profession Building strong and lasting client relationships through effective communication, empathy, and proactive service Implementing efficient client onboarding and engagement processes Leveraging technology to streamline communication, enhance collaboration, and deliver personalized service Effectively resolving client concerns and complaints Utilizing client feedback to continually improve your practice
The Many Faces of Fraud Shedding Light on the Tactics of Modern Day Swindlers
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Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $109
Understanding Fraud Psychology and Motivation of Fraudsters Detection and Prevention Strategies Real World Case Studies Effective Fraud Management
Audit 206: Analytical Procedures - Audit Fundamentals
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Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $89
The major topics covered in this course include:Identifying risk of material misstatement through preliminary analytic review proceduresEnsuring sufficient appropriate audit evidence is gathered through final overall analytic reviewEstablishing expectations for analytic proceduresProperly designing, documenting and evaluating the results of substantive analytic review proceduresDisaggregating substantive analytics for stronger resultsFactors impacting the design of substantive analytic proceduresCommon pitfalls in performing substantive analytic procedures
2024 Internal Controls Over Compliance vs Compliance
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Online
1.00 Credits
Member Price: $39
Internal Controls Over Compliance Compliance Single Audits
2024 Risk Assessment & Internal Control
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Online
1.00 Credits
Member Price: $59
Risk Assessment Internal Controls Common Deficiencies
Cryptocurrencies for the CFO: Explaining Blockchain
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Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $79
What is money? What are digital assets? Understanding the what, why, and how of cryptocurrencies Understanding the what, why, and how of blockchain NFT’s (Non-Fungible Tokens), their role and impact Explaining the crypto language
Microsoft Outlook "Must Know" Email Tips
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Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $89
The major topics that will be covered in this class include:Using Quick Parts to streamline message composition.Eliminating inefficient back and forth appointment scheduling with the Bookings app.Using category codes and contacts to send bulk emails.Sending emails to Teams and OneNote.Organizing your inbox with custom views, rules and folders.Mastering the search tools to find emails quickly.Review of key option settings to maximize email productivity.
Power BI - Create Excel Dashboards for Maximum Impact
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Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $118
Dashboard design guidelines Using Excel features to create visuals Using visuals to create dashboards Introduce new Power BI tools that enhance visual and dashboard creation
The Competent Accountant - Mastering the Role of the Controller/ CFO
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Online
4.00 Credits
Member Price: $159
Business Management Organization
2024 Financial Statement Presentation and Disclosure
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Online
4.00 Credits
Member Price: $129
U.S. GAAP and Special purpose frameworks Form and content of financial statements: Balance sheets Income statements; Statements of cash flows Retained earnings and/or owners’ equity statements Comprehensive income Supplementary information Comparative vs. single-period financial statements Sufficiency of disclosures Illustrative disclosures frequently encountered in small-to-medium reporting entities Industry-specific nuances
2024 Tax Depreciation: Review & Update
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Online
4.00 Credits
Member Price: $129
Recent tax legislation, rules and developments related to capitalization and depreciation Capitalization of tangible property, including materials and supplies, building and improvements Small taxpayer safe harbor Section 179, including 2020 inflation adjustment Section 168(k) 100% bonus deduction
Entertainment, Meals & Travel Expenses: Review and Update
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Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $89
The major topics that will be covered in this class include:Definition of what qualifies as an entertainment expenseStrategies to deduct business entertainment expensesDeductibility of mealsSituations not subject to the 50% meals and entertainment reductionHow to handle automobile issues related to employer-provided parkingProper accounting for deductible vs. non-deductible expendituresThe four steps to analyze business expensesThe latest federal legislation, cases and rulings
SECURE Act 2.0: What You Need to Know
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Online
1.00 Credits
Member Price: $39
Expanding Automatic Enrollment in Retirement Plans Increased Age for RMDs Higher Catch-up Contribution Limit Emergency Expense Penalty-Free Withdrawals “Starter” 401(k)s for Certain Employers Part-time Worker Improved Coverage