CPE Catalog & Events
Tactical Business Systems – Getting the Most from Information Systems and ERP
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Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $89
CFOs are increasingly accountable for the effectiveness of information systems, even if IT does not formally report to them. This session focuses on the tactical role finance leaders play in evaluating, selecting, implementing, and managing information systems. Participants will gain a practical framework for understanding IT, ERP systems, security, and emerging technologies such as AI. The session emphasizes asking the right questions, aligning systems with strategy, and avoiding common pitfalls that cause system implementations to fail. Delivery Method: Individual webcast CPE Credit: 2Program Level: Intermediate
The FASB Conceptual Framework
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Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $89
Accounting is a man-made science, built on principles that require a consistent framework to ensure comparability and reliability in practice. This course introduces participants to the FASB Conceptual Framework, which serves not only as the foundation for developing accounting standards but also as a guide for applying sound judgment in practice. Jeff Sailor will cover the key elements of the framework, focusing on recognition, measurement, qualitative characteristics, and disclosure requirements. The course will draw on all eight chapters of Statement of Financial Accounting Concepts (Concept 8), bringing clarity to how the framework supports financial reporting. Jeff’s signature video parodies will also be featured, offering memorable reinforcement of the material. Delivery Method: Individual webcast CPE Credit: 2Program Level: Intermediate
What's Going on at the AICPA (2026/27)
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Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $89
Stay current on key developments affecting audit and attestation engagements with this comprehensive update on what's happening at the AICPA. This course begins with the next phase of quality management, with a particular focus on firms' monitoring and remediation responsibilities and what those requirements mean in practice. Participants will also review recent and upcoming standards impacting audit, attestation, and consulting engagements, including SSAE No. 24 and SSARS No. 26, along with high-impact exposure drafts related to confirmations and fraud. The course concludes with an overview of SAS No. 149 and its implications for group audits. Designed as a timely update for practitioners, this course helps participants understand how recent and proposed changes may affect engagement planning, execution, and compliance in the years ahead. Delivery Method: Individual webcast CPE Credit: 2Program Level: Update
The Controllership Series - Financial Statement Preparation
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Online
2.60 Credits
Member Price: $99
One of the important roles of any member of the financial team. Including the controller, may be involvement in the preparation of the company’s financial statements. Even if that responsibility falls within the office of the CFO, the controller and other finance personnel must understand how their transitions recorded impact the financial statements. Financial statements (or financial reports) are formal records of the financial activities and position of a business, person, or other entity. Relevant financial information is presented in a structured manner and in a form which is easy to understand. They typically include four basic financial statements accompanied by a management discussion and analysis: A balance sheet or statement of financial position reports on a company's assets, liabilities and owners’ equity at a given point in time. An income statement may have varying names including profit and loss report (P&L report), statement of comprehensive income, or statement of revenue & expenses. These report on a company's income, expenses, and profits over a stated period. A profit and loss statement provides information on the operation of the enterprise. These include sales and the various expenses incurred during the stated period. A statement of changes in equity or “statement of equity” also called “statement of retained earnings” reports on the changes in equity of the company over a stated period. A cash flow statement reports on a company's cash flow, particularly its operating, investing and financing activities over a stated period. A balance sheet represents a single point in time, where the income statement, the statement of changes in equity, and the cash flow statement each represent activities over a stated period. For large corporations, these statements may be complex and may include an extensive set of footnotes to the financial statements, management discussion and analysis and supplementary information. The notes typically describe each item on the balance sheet, income statement and cash flow statement in further detail. Notes to financial statements are considered an integral part of the financial statements. Delivery Method: Individual webcast CPE Credit: 2.6Program Level: Basic
Year-End Tax Planning: Thinking Outside the Box
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Online
4.00 Credits
Member Price: $149
Tax planning is more than an estimated tax calculation, it's a process. Where are we now and what can we change? This timely program will highlight significant 2022-23 tax developments and discuss key tax planning ideas for your clients as you prepare for the upcoming tax season. Don’t wait until late December to start planning for your clients! **Please Note: If you need credit reported to the IRS for this IRS approved program, please download the IRS CE request form on the Course Materials Tab and submit to kori.herrera@acpen.com. Delivery Method: Individual webcast CPE Credit: 4Program Level: Intermediate
Proper Financial Accounting for Partnerships and LLCs
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Online
4.00 Credits
Member Price: $149
Although they are the most common entities for small and mid-sized business, financial (book) accounting for partnerships and LLCs are rarely discussed. This course examines the proper financial accounting for these tax-driven entities. Delivery Method: Individual webcast CPE Credit: 4Program Level: Intermediate
Al Capone to Cybercrime: The Journey of IRS Special Agents
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Online
4.00 Credits
Member Price: $149
Since 1919, the Internal Revenue Service had a civil and criminal function in the United States tax system. Little do people know, the IRS has an elite criminal function that started with five United States Postal Inspectors. From its early days in taking down Al Capone to now solving cybercrimes, the IRS special agents are tasked with investigating tax fraud, money laundering, and other white collar crimes. This presentation will show you the importance of this law enforcement function, the training, techniques, expertise, and actions that cause them to be known as the "world's finest financial investigators." This presentation has been prepared by a 20 year veteran with the IRS-Criminal Investigation. The presenter investigated crimes, and trained and mentored other special agents. This event may be a rebroadcast of a live event and the instructor will be available to answer your questions during the event.This course is being offered by a learning partner and will not be accessible on your My CPE page. Access information will be emailed directly to you by CPA Crossings.
K2’s Data Analytics For Accountants And Auditors
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Online
4.00 Credits
Member Price: $149
In today's world of "Big Data" every business professional is a data analyst to some extent. This is especially true for auditors, who increasingly rely on data analytics to identify situations that require follow-up and investigation. Those who master the tools and techniques for thorough data analysis can achieve superior results in less time. Join our dynamic session to unlock the full potential of data analytics! You'll explore various tools and techniques, including Excel, multiple Excel add-ins, and Microsoft's Power BI application. Whether you're looking to enhance your skills or dive deeper into the world of data analytics, this course is designed for you. Our expert instructors will guide you through practical, real-world examples, ensuring you grasp the key concepts and apply them effectively. Don't miss this opportunity to elevate your data analysis skills and stay ahead in your field. Enroll now and transform your approach to data analytics! Delivery Method: Individual webcast CPE Credit: 4Program Level: Intermediate
Virtual State Tax Symposium
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Online
5.00 Credits
Member Price: $299
Keeping up with Virginia and local tax changes doesn't have to mean leaving your office.Join the VSCPA and experts from the Virginia Department of Taxation online for a day dedicated to clarity, collaboration and practical insight. Gain a deeper understanding of the latest updates, explore their real-world implications and walk away with the knowledge and confidence you need to better serve your clients and organization.
Federal Tax Update – Individuals (Form 1040)
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Online
8.00 Credits
Member Price: $300
With the increasing complexity and ever-changing nature of tax laws and issues, today’s accountant needs a one-day update course focusing on individual income tax issues with an emphasis of newly enacted income tax legislation. This comprehensive class will not only review the current Federal individual income tax laws but will also update tax return preparers of new tax forms, changes to existing tax forms, as well as tax planning opportunities and pitfalls. This is a “must-attend” course for all tax practitioners who want to be up to speed quickly and have a successful Federal individual income tax filing season. *Please Note: If you need credit reported to the IRS for this IRS approved program, please download the IRS CE request form on the Course Materials Tab and submit to terri.storer@acpen.com Delivery Method: Individual webcast CPE Credit: 8Program Level: Update
S Corporation Preparation, Basis Calculations & Distributions – Form 1120S Schedule K & K-1 Analysis
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Online
8.00 Credits
Member Price: $300
This comprehensive training is designed to get the accountant up to speed quickly with S corporation formation and preparation issues as well as a complete understanding of calculating a shareholder’s stock and debt basis. The cornerstone of this course is the in-depth line-by-line analysis of the Form 1120S Schedule K and K-1 and how these items affect the shareholder’s Federal individual income tax return. *Please Note: If you need credit reported to the IRS for this IRS approved program, please download the IRS CE request form on the Course Materials Tab and submit to terri.storer@acpen.com Delivery Method: Individual webcast CPE Credit: 8Program Level: Intermediate
ACPEN Signature 2026: Not-for-Profit Accounting, Auditing & Tax Update
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Online
8.00 Credits
Member Price: $250
Stay current on the most important accounting, auditing, tax, and ethics developments impacting not-for-profit organizations in 2026. This comprehensive ACPEN Signature program delivers a practical, executive-level update designed for CPAs, auditors, CFOs, controllers, and advisors serving the nonprofit sector. On the tax front, the program covers the sweeping charitable giving changes under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA), effective beginning in 2026. Topics include the new deduction floor for itemizers, revised corporate giving thresholds, the non-itemizer charitable deduction, the permanent 60% cash contribution limit, and the new scholarship tax credit. Our panel will also explore the expansion of the 21% excise tax on compensation exceeding $1 million to any employee and the doubling of the endowment tax rate depending on the student-adjusted endowment size. We will also discuss how donor-advised funds (DAFs) and IRA gifts fit well within this revised charitable giving landscape. Of course, we will also address the latest tax developments affecting charities and donations. The course will include a tax update and review of any new key issues in completing IRS Form 990, and related Schedules. It is more important than ever for non-profits to understand and complete this annual tax form to ensure that the organization and its donors are also protected so they can accomplish their corporate intentions and goals. On the accounting standards front, although there are no major new updates to GAAP affecting NFPs since last year’s FASB Update, the FASB has issued a number of Accounting Standards Updates (ASUs) that improve various areas of GAAP affecting some or many NFPs. Among the updates we’ll discuss are: ASU 2025-05, which provides simplifications in applying the recent credit losses standard (Codification Topic 326) to various accounts receivable, such as from students, patients, and other customers; ASU 2025-06, which modernizes the guidance on capitalization of development costs for internal-use software; and a pending ASU, expected to be issued in Spring 2026, on the accounting for environmental credit programs. As the FASB has been wrapping up its current generation of projects, it undertook a new public agenda consultation in 2025 to help determine its next generation of projects. Informed by the feedback received, the FASB has already added several new projects, some of which are relevant to some or many NFPs. These include projects on whether certain Crypto Assets such as stablecoins should be classified as cash equivalents and on making targeted improvements to the Equity Method of Accounting. We’ll discuss these and any other NFP-relevant projects the FASB adds prior to the FASB Update. The FASB Update will also include helpful implementation reminders on standards issued in recent years that are now effective, such as those on fungible Crypto Assets such as Bitcoin (ASU 2023-08) and on improvements to Income Tax Disclosures (ASU 2023-09). The auditing update will include a review of Statements on Auditing Standards 146 (Quality Management), 147 (Inquiries of the Predecessor), 148 (Amendments to AU-C 935); 149 (Audits of Group Financial Statements),as well as exposure drafts on confirmation and fraud, that will impact audits conducted in 2026 and beyond, with emphasis on practical application to NFP organizations. The program also will provide a review of recently enacted Ethics Interpretations, including Public Interest Entities, Section 529 Plans, Executive or Employee Recruiting, Simultaneous Employment or Association, and Tax Services as well as consideration of exposure drafts currently outstanding. Qualifies as one hour of ethics CPE. *Please Note: If you need credit reported to the IRS for this IRS approved program, please download the IRS CE request form on the Course Materials Tab and submit to terri.storer@acpen.com Delivery Method: Individual webcast CPE Credit: 8Program Level: Update
Surgent’s Advanced Critical Tax Issues for Limited Liability Companies and Partnerships
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Online
8.00 Credits
Member Price: $279
The purpose of this course is to provide an in-depth discussion of selected advanced-level issues affecting LLCs and LLPs.Delivery Method: Individual webcastCPE Credit: 8Program Level: AdvancedThis course is being offered by a learning partner. You may access the Surgent platform through the My CPE page on vscpa.com after purchase.
Unlocking Deep Secrets: Case Studies in Financial Analysis
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Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $89
Unlock the secrets to understanding a company's financial health and management performance through comprehensive financial analysis. This seminar will guide you through essential tools such as vertical analysis, horizontal analysis, and ratio analysis to gain deep insights into business performance. - Vertical Analysis: Learn how to express each line item of financial statements as a percentage, making it easier to compare companies of different sizes and identify key trends. - Horizontal Analysis: Discover how to compare financial information over multiple periods to spot significant changes and trends, providing a clearer picture of a company's growth and performance. - Ratio Analysis: Dive into calculating and interpreting financial ratios to assess profitability, liquidity, and solvency. Understand how these ratios reveal the effectiveness of management and the potential of the business. This seminar goes beyond just teaching terms and formulas. We will apply these analytical tools to real-world financial data, demonstrating how to derive meaningful insights and make informed decisions. Join us to enhance your financial analysis skills and gain a competitive edge in evaluating business performance. This event may be a rebroadcast of a live event and the instructor will be available to answer your questions during the event.This course is being offered by a learning partner and will not be accessible on your My CPE page. Access information will be emailed directly to you by CPA Crossings.
Microsoft 365 Application Lightning Round Review-Updated
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Online
1.00 Credits
Member Price: $55
Do you use Microsoft (Office) 365? Are you satisfied that you are getting the most that you can from it? If you answered yes then no, this course will provide a really high return on your investment of time and money in this application suite. John Higgins, one of the profession's leading experts on the integration of Microsoft 365 into business, will explain and demonstrate the depth and breadth of the Microsoft 365 ecosystem. The course is designed to raise your awareness of all that you can do with Microsoft 365 and substantially increase your monthly subscription ROI. This event may be a rebroadcast of a live event and the instructor will be available to answer your questions during the event.This course is being offered by a learning partner and will not be accessible on your My CPE page. Access information will be emailed directly to you by CPA Crossings.
The Risks of Artificial Intelligence - Part 2
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Online
1.80 Credits
Member Price: $79
As artificial intelligence (AI) becomes deeply integrated into business operations and decision-making, organizations must recognize that effective oversight extends beyond technical safeguards.The governance, risk and control (GRC) responsibilities of AI also carry a cultural dimension requiring alignment with corporate ethical values ethical principles and accountability structures.Cultural governance emphasizes leadership commitment, employee engagement and cross-function ownership of AI practices to ensure trust and transparency. AI-related risks – ranging from bias and ethical concerns to regulatory compliance, reputational exposure and operational vulnerabilities necessitate robust control frameworks and proactive mitigation strategies. These include governance structures, policies, risk assessments, transparency measures, and continuous monitoring. By embedding cultural governance and mitigation responsibilities into enterprise AI initiatives, organizations can responsibly harness innovation while safeguarding stakeholders, protecting reputation and ensuring sustainable long-term value. Note: This is Part 2 in a two-part series on the risks of AI Delivery Method: Individual webcast CPE Credit: 1.8Program Level: Basic
K2’s Client Accounting Services For CPA Firms: Strategies For Growth And Success
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Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $89
Client Accounting Services (CAS) have become a cornerstone of modern CPA firms, offering opportunities for enhanced client relationships, recurring revenue streams, and streamlined operations. This course provides accounting professionals with practical guidance on implementing and optimizing CAS within their firms. Participants will explore the foundational elements of CAS, including service offerings, pricing models, and client communication strategies. The course delves into the technology tools essential for CAS, including accounting software, workflow automation, and reporting platforms. It offers insights into best practices for managing client expectations and delivering consistent, high-value services. In addition, participants will examine case studies of successful CAS implementations, review current trends impacting CAS, and identify critical steps to build a scalable CAS practice that aligns with their firm's goals. The course also addresses the importance of data security, governance, and compliance in providing CAS to ensure ethical and professional service delivery. Delivery Method: Individual webcast CPE Credit: 2Program Level: Intermediate
Employees Today and Tomorrow: The ROI on Your People?
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Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $89
Employees drive the written and unwritten culture at your organization. Understanding the key workplace issues and how to solve them in today's environment can maximize the returns that employees provide for an organization. We take a deep dive into the research behind the larger issues with our workforce and discuss multiple practical solutions that will enhance your leadership and growth. How can we realize the most from our staff? Delivery Method: Individual webcast CPE Credit: 2Program Level: Intermediate
Form 706 Preparation Part 3: Reporting Deductions 26-27
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Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $99
This section of the four-part series will cover the fundamentals of Form 706 and provide numerous examples of how to properly report deductions on the estate tax return, including marital and charitable deductions. Form 706 Series: Part 1: Overview Including Portability Part 2: Reporting Assets Part 3: Reporting Deductions Part 4: GST Schedule R, Form 8971, Payments & CreditsDelivery Method: Individual webcastCPE Credit: 2Program Level: Intermediate
How to Audit Inventory
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Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $89
Inventory observations are often a right of passage for audit staff. This course will cover the basics of auditing inventory, including the related audit assertions, risks, & threats to inventory. During this course, we will also highlight the various substantive auditing procedures that staff should perform, and also walk through how to conduct a physical inventory observation. This event may be a rebroadcast of a live event and the instructor will be available to answer your questions during the event.This course is being offered by a learning partner and will not be accessible on your My CPE page. Access information will be emailed directly to you by CPA Crossings.