CPE Catalog
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Individual Income and Tax Compliance Annual Update
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Online
4.00 Credits
Tax professionals can get caught up on all the latest developments in the areas of individual, estate, trust and gift tax in this comprehensive course.
MBAexpress: Business Process Improvement - V2.0
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Online
1.00 Credits
Efficient and effective business processes If you've ever tried to update a business process only to be told, "but that's the way we've always done it," this webcast is for you. You will learn: Strategies for improving processes and overcoming obstacles The 14 steps to business process improvement and 3 pillars of lean business operations
Contract Accounting, Lease Accounting, and their Impact on Construction Contractors
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Online
1.50 Credits
Construction accounting is not just about revenue, but it is a lot about revenue. Leases too. Diving deep into the five-step approach for revenue recognition in the construction industry, this course has all of the rules and interpretations that you might need. Further, practical examples help to drive home the learning. Additionally, leases are critical for contractors. From equipment to warehouse space, leases appear prominently on many contractors' book. Review the current guidance and begin to understand the new guidance under ASC 842. Program features: Detailed discussion of the guidance under FASB ASC 606, Revenue from Contracts with Customers. Examples and exercises to understand the five-step recognition process. Detailed discussion of the guidance under FASB ASC 842, Leases. Reasons why leases are so important to contractors. A walkthrough of both current and future lease guidance.
Pass-Through and Corporate Annual Tax Update
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Online
4.00 Credits
Practitioners gain access to all-new content to help them stay on top of new business tax developments.
Leases: Mastering the New FASB Requirements
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Online
8.00 Credits
FASB ASC 842, *Leases*, standards decoded By learning essential information about lease accounting requirements, you'll understand the core principles of the standards and how to apply them. You'll explore topics, such as: Identification Recognition Measurement Presentation and disclosure requirements Deliberate application of lessee accounting model You'll also learn about classifying leases, the amortization of the right-of-use asset, and the interest on a lease liability. Additional topics include: Short-term leases Purchase options Variable lease payments Sale and leaseback transactions Leveraged leases
Tax Fundamentals of LLCs and Partnerships - Tax Staff Essentials
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Online
8.00 Credits
A beginner's guide or a refresher on the essential elements of partnership and LLC taxation.
Accounting for Digital Assets under US GAAP: Classification, Measurement, and Recognition
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Online
1.00 Credits
What is a digital asset and how does US GAAP apply? This webcast will provide you with an understanding of how to account for investments in, or transactions involving, crypto assets (for example, bitcoin) and other digital assets under US GA Note: FASB issued ASU No. 2023-08, Intangibles-Goodwill and Other-Crypto Assets (Subtopic 350-60): Accounting for and Disclosure of Crypto Assets, which is effective for all entities for fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2024. This ASU is not yet reflected in this webcast.
Risk Management Techniques and Tools
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Online
2.00 Credits
Identify and eliminate risk Understand how risk affects all areas of business-from hiring and onboarding to customer fulfillment and customer support, and everything in between. Gain the knowledge to make informed decisions about risk assessment. Understand the importance of fully integrating risk assessment techniques into other elements of enterprise risk management. Tools and techniques With the assistance of 17 tools and techniques, learn how to assess and manage risks in your organization. Compare SWOT analysis and PESTLE analysis in analyzing risks. Understand how enterprise risk management (ERM) can help protect and enhance stakeholder value. Learn how ERM can be used by businesses of all sizes.
Getting Comfortable with Being Uncomfortable
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Online
2.00 Credits
Organizations must be intentional in cultivating environments where diverse team members can thrive, feel empowered to make recommendations and take chances. Initiatives to help leaders, both men and women, identify unconscious bias will benefit the morale and increase the retention and advancement of diverse leaders. The instructor will use various scenarios and their own lessons learned as a STEM leader as well as a finance leader.
Ethics in the World of AI: An Accountant's Guide to Managing the Risks
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Online
2.00 Credits
Discover "Ethics in the World of AI: A CPAs Guide to Managing Risks" - a concise 2-hour training session for certified public accountants. Karl Ahlrichs and Jennifer Elder discuss the current uses of AI in business, nine risk areas, and provide practical suggestions to address these risks effectively. Equip yourself with the tools to navigate the ethical challenges of AI, upholding professional standards while embracing transformative technology. Join us now for a journey towards ethical excellence in AI.
Excel for Accounting Professionals Session 1: Tables and Named References
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Online
2.00 Credits
Transforming how you use Excel with engaging and expert-led instruction Designed for you to work alongside an expert and complete the same exercises, you'll dig deeper into topics, including: Benefits of using named references for faster navigation Increased versatility and efficiency withing your Excel workbooks Excel Tables special properties and Error reduction for greater productivity. Mastering Excel functions Excel mastery involves understanding how to create functional and efficient workbooks. The instructor will guide you through Tables, named references, and more as you build on basic Excel skills and use critical functions, such as: Excel conventions Critical shortcuts Efficient navigation techniques Automatic formula updating *Session 1 is one of eight sessions that is available as an individual session. Each session builds on the prior sessions, so you'll want to consider watching [Session 2: Data Validation and Conditional Formatting] (https:// https://www.aicpa-cima.com/cpe-learning/webcast/excel-for-accounting-professionals-session-2--data-validation-and-conditional-formatting) to further prepare to tackle real-world issues and build powerful workbooks.*
Excel for Accounting Professionals Session 2: Data Validation and Conditional Formatting
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Online
2.00 Credits
Which Excel function is your go-to? This session invites you to actively engage and practice with the instructor, exploring exercises demonstrated. In doing so, you'll gain a firmer grasp of common Excel functionalities, including: Data validation Conditional formatting Enhanced summing options Skinny rows Achieving proficiency in Excel features Gaining proficiency in Excel means learning to design workbooks that are both functional and streamlined. The facilitator will lead you through an array of formatting skills, formula functions, and beyond as we expand upon foundational Excel knowledge with topics such as: Managing data input for individual cells Using conditional formatting to prevent errors Enhancing productivity via the Subtotal feature Ensuring total formulas refresh automatically *Session 2 is one of eight sessions that is available as an individual session. Each session builds on the prior sessions, so you'll want to consider watching [Session 3: Workbook Design Principles and Organization] (https://www.aicpa-cima.com/cpe-learning/webcast/excel-for-accounting-professionals-session-3--workbook-design-principles-and-organization) to further prepare to tackle real-world issues and build powerful workbooks.*
Lessee and Lessor Accounting
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Online
2.00 Credits
What you need to know about the lessee and lessor accounting models This course explains the lessee accounting model, including Lease and non-lease components Lease classification Amortization of the right-of-use asset Interest on the lease liability This course also explains the lessor accounting model, including Transfer of risk Profit recognition Collectibility Included in this course are detailed and illustrated examples with amortization tables and journal entries.
Performing Preparation, Compilation and Review Engagements
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Online
2.00 Credits
Comply With All Standards As You Prepare, Compile and Review Engagements This webcast is a go-to reference for staying in compliance with all professional standards surrounding engagements performed in accordance with Statements on Standards for Accounting and Review Services (SSARSs).
Preparation, Compilation, and Review Engagements: Update and Review
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Online
4.00 Credits
By reviewing the latest developments and issues relevant to preparation, compilation and review engagements, you'll be able to adhere to professional standards while performing these types of engagements.
AICPA's Annual Federal Tax Update
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Online
8.00 Credits
All-new material updates tax practitioners on the most pressing tax matters affecting business entities, individuals, estates and trusts, and more.
The Bottom Line on the New Lease Accounting Requirements
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Online
4.00 Credits
FASB ASC 842, *Leases* explained Understanding lease fundamentals is essential to applying FASB lease requirements appropriately. As such, you'll delve into key concepts that define what a lease is, as well as basic lease accounting topics, such as: Contracts containing leases Lease classification Amortization of the right-of-use asset Impairment considerations Lease presentation and disclosure requirements Comprehensive examples and case studies will guide you through approaches to help you adopt accounting guidance for FASB ASU 2023-01. You'll also review the presentation and disclosure requirements, and other topics, including: Lease versus non-lease components Sales-type lease Direct financing lease Operating lease Lease terminations
Current and Upcoming FASB Issues
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Online
2.00 Credits
You'll learn about current and upcoming requirements in accounting standards (except financial instruments and leases) and understand how to apply the guidance in practice.
Intermediate Individual Taxation - Tax Staff Essentials
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Online
8.00 Credits
Tax tips and tax strategies to help your new and existing individual clients.
Current Audit Environment and ASB Activity
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Online
2.00 Credits
New pronouncements from ASB are covered so you can be up to date on ASB activities and understand how to apply the guidance.