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New Staff: Practical Application - Auditing Debt

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1.0 Credits

Member Price: $79

This CPE course can be purchased individually or as part of the Audit Staff Essentials - New Staff: Practical Application staff training bundle. Learn about the relatively straightforward issues relating to recognition and measurement of long-term debt as well as the more challenging issues relating to presentation and disclosure. Understand the more mechanical side of auditing debt, including confirming balances, recalculating accrued interest, and the recognition of interest expense. Learn how to ensure that your working papers contain sufficient appropriate evidence to support related financial statement disclosures.

New Staff: Practical Application - Introduction to Analytical Procedures in an Audit

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1.5 Credits

Member Price: $89

This CPE course can be purchased individually or as part of the Audit Staff Essentials - New Staff: Practical Application staff training bundle. Learn key techniques and requirements regarding analytical procedures, which are one of the component audit procedures identified in the audit risk model and universally applied in every audit. Understand how - with the entire engagement team involved in the design, performance, and evaluation of analytical procedures -the procedures can be an effective trap for fraud and error and can provide audit evidence. As new staff, you will often be involved in the computational aspects of analytics. Understand how this close work may allow you to bring important insights and issues to light.

New Staff: Practical Application- Auditing Cash and Cash Equivalents

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1.0 Credits

Member Price: $79

This CPE course can be purchased individually or as part of the Audit Staff Essentials - New Staff: Practical Application staff training bundle. Gain an understanding of the risks typically present in major balance sheet accounts, starting with cash. Understand the client controls you will likely encounter to mitigate those risks in order to establish your risk of material misstatement (RMM).

New Staff: Practical Application- Auditing Prepaid and Other Current Assets

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1.0 Credits

Member Price: $79

This CPE course can be purchased individually or as part of the Audit Staff Essentials - New Staff: Practical Application staff training bundle. Gain the knowledge necessary to successfully audit prepaid and other current assets. Understand that prepaid and other current assets represent smaller individual items but may be significant to the entity nonetheless. Learn how these accounts - commonly consisting of prepaid expenses that must be recognized on a pro rata basis and other assets such as investments, short-term notes, and industry-specific transactions (for instance, costs in excess of billings) -often require complex estimates.

New Staff: Practical Application- Auditing Property, Plant, and Equipment

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2.5 Credits

Member Price: $109

This CPE course can be purchased individually or as part of the Audit Staff Essentials - New Staff: Practical Application staff training bundle. Understand how the fairly straightforward accounting for property, plant, and equipment may have unusual or complex transactions, such as exchanges, capitalized interest, or saleleasebacks. Learn how to look for events or changes in circumstances that indicate an asset may be impaired and how to communicate with other audit team members about possible signs of impairment they might have observed in their audit areas. Understand how to carefully scrutinize the underlying documentation for fixed assets to be sure that the costs should be capitalized and not expensed. Be up to date with the new lease standard to understand the new accounting treatment of leases and the common auditing procedures involved. And appreciate the potential of audit data analytics in the property, plant, and equipment cycle. Use interactive exercises and case studies to practice applying effective and efficient procedures when auditing fixed assets.

New Staff: Practical Application- Fraud Considerations in a GAAS Audit

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2.0 Credits

Member Price: $99

This CPE course can be purchased individually or as part of the Audit Staff Essentials - New Staff: Practical Application staff training bundle. n this CPE courses, you will gain an overview of the various types of fraud schemes you may encounter as an auditor. Learn to spot signs of fraud and how to respond appropriately if you detect fraud during an audit. Understand the entity's responsibilities for fraud awareness and prevention. And learn how audit data analytics can improve the audit with respect to fraud.

New Staff: Practical Application: Fundamentals of Using Data Analytics in an Audit

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2.0 Credits

Member Price: $99

This CPE course can be purchased individually or as part of the Audit Staff Essentials - New Staff: Practical Application staff training bundle. Prepare yourself for future success in the accounting profession by learning about audit data analytics. Learn how firm audit methodologies are being enhanced to incorporate data analytics in order to improve audit quality. Gain knowledge about the concept of audit data analytics, with high-level guidance about how audit data analytics can be applied during the audit.

New Staff: Understanding the Concept of Sampling - Substantive Sampling

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1.5 Credits

Member Price: $89

This CPE course can be purchased individually or as part of the Audit Staff Essentials - Experienced Staff/New In-Charge staff training bundle. Examine the relationship between the substantive sampling application and both the overall audit strategy and the overall objective of performing a low-risk audit. Understand the common elements of relating the test results to the auditing standards requirements by exploring the auditor's reporting responsibilities - under AU-C section 260, The Auditor's Communication With Those Charged With Governance (AICPA, Professional Standards), and AU-C section 265, Communicating Internal Control Matters Identified in an Audit (AICPA, Professional Standards) - that relate to substantive sample results.

Nonprofit Taxation: Key Tax Rules

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2.0 Credits

Member Price: $78

A discussion of the latest tax provisions and their impact on non-profit entities, including charities, hospitals, and universities.

Not-for-Profit Certificate I

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40.0 Credits

Member Price: $955

Build a strong foundation for your nonprofit skills. If you work for or with a nonprofit and would like to build or refresh your knowledge of NFP financial concepts, this unique CPE program gives you the thorough grounding you're looking for. The four included tracks cover all aspects of nonprofit financial responsibility, including accounting & financial reporting, governance & assurance, and tax compliance. Courses included in this program Not-for-Profit Entity Overview Accounting and Financial Reporting Track GAAP for NFPs Financial Statement Presentation Net Assets Exchange and Agency Transactions Revenue from Contributions Assets Programmatic Investments Fair Value Issues Specific to NFPs Expenses Investments Split Interest Agreements and Endowments Liabilities Tax Compliance Track Tax Exempt Status Unrelated Business Income Tax Introduction to Form 990 Private Foundations Federal and State Filing Requirements Not-for-Profit Governance and Assurance Track Best Practices in Board Governance Risk Assessment and Internal Controls Fraud Overview and Prevention Planning the Audit Engagement Financial Oversight, Budget and Strategy Auditing Considerations Learn anytime, anywhere. Winner of Accounting Today's Best New Products award, this program contains real-world examples, case studies, and interactive problem-solving to create a flexible, dynamic learning program that can be completed anytime, anywhere. Spotlight your accomplishment online Successful completion earns a digital badge you can showcase anywhere on the web - including LinkedIn, your company's website or online resume. Your Certificate and digital badge information will be sent to you once you've completed the program.

Not-for-Profit Certificate II

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30.0 Credits

Member Price: $779

Hands-on application and strategy training for not-for-profit professionals For those with a solid foundation in the core knowledge areas of nonprofit financials, Not-for-Profit Certificate II offers the hands-on application and strategic knowledge you need to advance to the next level of nonprofit financial responsibility. Whether you work for or with a nonprofit, this 30-hour CPE program will help you apply proven best-practices to diverse nonprofit environments. Good work requires good tools This unique training program provides new and better insights to strengthen your financials, enhance your compliance with accounting rules, and implement best practices for all aspects of nonprofit financials, including accounting & financial reporting, governance & assurance, and tax compliance. Courses included in this program Not-for-Profit Certificate II - Tax Compliance Form 990 Preparation: Schedules Form 990 Preparation: Core Form Unrelated Business Income Tax (UBIT) Case Studies Maintaining Tax Exemption Not-for-Profit Certificate II - Financial Reporting Statement of Financial Position Statement of Activities Statement of Cash Flows Statement of Functional Expenses Financial Statement Note Disclosures for NFPs Interpreting and Analyzing Financial Statements Preparing Consolidated Financial Statements Not-for-Profit Certificate II - Governance and Assurance Aligning Mission and Strategy Budget Considerations for Not-for-Profits Ethical Issues in Not-for-Profits Performance Measurement for Not-for-Profits Applying the COSO ERM Framework Risk Assessment for NFP Spotlight your accomplishment online Successful completion earns a digital badge you can showcase anywhere on the web - including LinkedIn, your company's website or online resume. Your Certificate and digital badge information will be sent to you once you've completed the program. Build the practical, marketable skills you need by earning one of our popular Not-for-Profit Certificates.

Obtaining an Understanding of Internal Control

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1.0 Credits

Member Price: $49

Understand internal control Understand internal control in risk assessment as required by GAAS. Gain an overview of internal control and related key aspects so that you recognize auditor and management roles and responsibilities related to internal control and procedures involved in understanding an entity's internal control in a risk assessment.

Online Fraud Targeting Individuals & Companies

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2.0 Credits

Member Price: $78

We have all heard the statement that it is the people that work at a company that gives it value. It is, sometimes and unfortunately, also the people that provide fraudsters with an entry point into an organization that can lead to hardship. This is even more true now because cyber-attacks on both organization and individuals have increased notably. Many highly publicized corporate hacking events are successful, at least in part, because an individual was targeted. In this session, we look the types of fraud that take aim at individuals with a special focus on the growth of cyber-attacks. We then discuss measures that can be put forth to help employees protect both themselves and the organization.

Onpoint EBP Essentials

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5.5 Credits

Member Price: $295

OnPoint EBP - Product Training OnPoint EBP is a cloud-based application designed to streamline your audit process using a unique plan profile that drives risk assessment, generates disclosures, and links directly to appropriate testing procedures and templates. The built-in collaboration tool streamlines documentation gathering, keeping important client data secure inside the engagement binder. Begin your journey and learn how to optimize employee benefit plan audits using OnPoint EBP - Created by Auditors for Auditors. Gain the knowledge to efficiently and effectively perform employee benefit plan audits that are within scope of the tool. Areas covered include: Complete the Plan Profile form to identify risk Use audit programs and testing templates Explain how diagnostics and guardrails are employed to guide you Identify the key activities than enable the completion and delivery of an engagement Discover the tools built into OnPoint EBP that enable and efficient file review Gain practical experience The practical hands-on exercise uses real-world examples, designed to give accounting professionals real-world knowledge and an understanding of OnPoint EBP processes and efficiencies.

Operations Level Internal Control

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4.0 Credits

Member Price: $156

Many leaders in business organizations of all sizes view the system of Internal Control almost purely as a protective security measure. A well-designed internal control system can and will drive all entity objectives which includes successful operations. This session uses information gathered from years of creating internal control systems as well as concepts from well-respected authoritative pronouncements and frameworks to illustrate the power of a strong and well supported control system as well as actions that can help establish such a system. Those that work with internal controls who are tasked with developing ways to improve operation level capabilities should strongly consider this session.

Overview of Foreign Tax Credit

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4.5 Credits

Member Price: $99

Understand the key concepts. This self-study online course is part of the U.S. International Tax Certificate, a comprehensive learning program geared to help global finance and accounting professionals navigate the highly complex world of international taxation. This course can be purchased individually or as part of the U.S.International Tax: Inbound and Outbound Transactions bundle. You must purchase the bundle to earn the digital badge. The CPE self-study course covers, in more detail, the Foreign Tax Credit (FTC) Rules and key concepts. It then focuses on key concepts of the expense apportionment rules, including general methods, alternative methods, and special rules such as "Controlled Foreign Corporation (CFC) netting." Finally, it discusses foreign tax splitter arrangements under Section 909 and the impact of Section 901(m) on indirect paid credits.

Overview: Construction Contractors: Accounting and Auditing

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2.0 Credits

Member Price: $59

Begin to explore the nuances of working with construction contractors. From contract accounting and significant leases to unique risks and supplementary information, this overview course highlights the key topics covered in the Construction Contractors: Accounting and Auditing family of courses. Program features: Take a deep dive into contract accounting and revenue recognition. Learn about sureties and how they are a key player in the industry. Get up to speed on the newest auditing tips for contractors and become familiar with the new auditor's reporting guidance.

PFP Practical Applications Certificate Program

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13.0 Credits

Member Price: $440

About the Personal Financial Planning Certificate Program The Personal Financial Planning Certificate Program is a series of certificates covering the core areas of personal financial planning (PFP), including retirement, estate, risk management and insurance, and investment planning, and how tax planning relates to each area. PFP Practical Applications Certificate Program The PFP Practical Application Certificate is earned upon successful completion of the continuing education courses. It is an informative and engaging learning experience that will enhance your knowledge of personal financial planning. Part of the Personal Financial Planning Certificate Program, this certificate program is comprised of five courses, including four case studies, covering the clients' planning life cycle. You will learn to navigate the regulatory environment, understand the PFP standards, use fundamental concepts in a systematic planning process, and utilize your technical knowledge for the benefit of your clients. If you are seeking a thorough understanding of the planning process and your responsibilities as a planner with real-world application of how the PFP topics integrate with your clients life goals, this program is for you! This certificate includes the following courses: PFP Standards and Responsibilities PFP Regulatory and Fiduciary Landscape Personal Financial Planning Process Cash Management Strategies PFP in Practice - Putting It All Together, Part 1 and 2 If you are an active CPA desiring to obtain the PFS credential, the certificate program provides an alternative pathway to meeting the exam and education requirements. See aicpa.org/pfs for details. 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.

PFP Regulatory and Fiduciary Landscape

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1.5 Credits

Member Price: $79

This CPE course can be purchased individually or as part of the PFP Practical Applications Certificate Program. The regulatory and fiduciary landscape for personal financial planning is complex. Practitioners who practice in this discipline face a challenging regulatory maze. SSPFPS-No. 1 provides a roadmap to traverse this maze and gives an understanding of the regulatory landscape, which is crucial to effectively practice the discipline. In this audiovisual course, Tom Tillery discusses key areas you need to understand, and adhere to, in order to effectively provide financial planning services, including: The regulatory landscape The fiduciary duty of the financial planner Registration and licensing requirements Professional liability and compliance requirements Also covered are some of the laws that govern the securities industry: Securities Act of 1933 Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Investment Company Act of 1940 Investment Advisers Act of 1940

PFP Standards and Responsibilities

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1.5 Credits

Member Price: $79

This CPE course can be purchased individually or as part of the PFP Practical Applications Certificate Program. The Statement on Standards in Personal Financial Planning Services No. 1 (SSPFPS No. 1) provides a comprehensive roadmap for the practice of personal financial planning at a professional level. In this audiovisual course updated for the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act and other recent trends and developments, Tom Tillery explains the professional standards and ethics required by the AICPA, including: Integrity Objectivity Competence Fairness Confidentiality Professionalism Diligence Unauthorized practice of law Gain the necessary information you need to incorporate these requirements into your professional practice and client engagements.