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LDR LaTAP - Tax Preparer Access
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Online/Webcast
1.00 Credits
This webinar will help demonstrate how to sign up for tax preparer access to LaTAP and add access to new client accounts. We will also demonstrate how each account can be viewed, the information available within LaTAP, and which tasks can be accomplished utilizing this access. SPEAKERDustin Mack short bio:• Graduate of Southeastern Louisiana University• Employed with the Louisiana Department of Revenue for 12 years• Currently the Revenue Tax Director of the Business Tax Enforcement division
Trump Accounts/Section 530A Account: What CPAs Should Know for Client Planning
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Online/Webcast
1.00 Credits
Learn the essentials and practical application of these new account types before their funding begins this summer. This presentation will prepare you to handle client inquiries effectively. SPEAKERS Joseph M. Prisco Jr., JD, CFP ®Joe is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® Professional and Estate Planning Lawyer. Mr. Prisco has worked at a multinational financial firm, at a regional financial firm with multiple bank branches under his purview, and as founder of Advocacy Financial, an SEC registered investment advisor, based in Covington, LA, since 2010.In 2015 he started a law firm, and together with a law partner, they specialize in estate planning, successions, and trusts. He is a graduate of the Moore School of Business at the University of South Carolina with a B.S. in Finance and Business Economics, a holder of a Certificate of Financial Planning from Georgetown University, and a Juris Doctor (J.D.) from The Loyola University New Orleans College of Law. Joe resides in Madisonville, LA with his wife, Laura, and three boys. Nicholas A. Bowers, CFP®Nick Bowers is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® professional, serving in various financial and asset management roles since 2014. Prior to joining Advocacy Financial, where he is a Partner, Nick was the Director of Business Strategy at Innealta Capital, a quantitative asset management firm in Austin, Texas, where he focused on national accounts and key advisory relationships. Prior to Innealta, he worked at Dimensional Fund Advisors, a global asset management firm, where he educated financial advisors on how to build effective investment strategies that leverage evidence-based portfolio construction techniques. He holds both a Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in Finance from Louisiana State University. Originally born in Texas, Nick grew up on the Northshore. He now lives in Covington with his wife Maggie, his son Thomas, and Red Fox Lab, Emma.
2026 Summer Education Conference
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Gulf Shores
20.00 Credits
**Hotel reservation link will be sent in your Conference Registration Confirmation email. Open to all CPAs, featuring a diverse range of hot topics to keep you informed and ahead in the field.All CPAs are invited to join the Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Louisiana, and Texas CPA Societies for the Summer Education Conference in Gulf Shores, AL. Pack up the family and enjoy 4 hours of CPE each morning, with the rest of the day free to relax on the beach, kayak, or explore local attractions. It’s the perfect blend of vacation and professional growth, offering a unique chance to network with CPAs from across the SEC!Sunday, July 194:00 pm Conference Registration 6:00 - 7:30 pm SEC Networking Reception Tailgate Show your school spirit by wearing your team colors and join us for a lively tailgate reception to kick off the conference! Network with fellow state societies, enjoy delicious food, and connect before the sessions begin. The reception is complimentary for registrants, with adult guests at $25 and children at $10. Please remember to rsvp and pre-pay for any reception guests before arriving in Gulf Shores to secure your spot.Monday, July 208:00 - 9:40 am Professional Opportunities Update (Rise to the Future Together)Mark Koziel Join Mark Koziel, President & CEO of the AICPA and CEO of the Association of Certified Professional Accountants, as he looks to the future and provides an update on the challenges and opportunities facing the profession. Discover how the profession is rising to meet the moment and how the Association is working to empower innovation, leadership, and inspiration for the next generation of CPAs and CGMAs.9:40-10:00 Break10:00 - 11:40 amDo You Smell Something Burning? Dr. Angela White Bazile, Esq. • Judges & Lawyers Assistance Program, Inc. • Mandeville, LABurnout is a form of chronic stress that stems from prolonged workloads, tight deadlines, and intense pressure to maintain accuracy and compliance. It can result in mental health issues such as anxiety, depression, emotional exhaustion, and a reduced sense of personal effectiveness. The cyclical nature of peak seasons and the demand for precision can make it difficult for accountants to find work-life balance, contributing to long-term mental and emotional strain.Tuesday, July 218:00 - 11:40amTax Update Lisa McKinney, CPA • University of Alabama, Culverhouse School of Accountancy • Tuscaloosa, ALThis workshop will cover recent legislative, administrative, and judicial developments that affect tax compliance and consulting. CPAs from all levels can benefit from the workshop.Wednesday, July 228:00 - 9:40 amUpdate on AI for the Accounting Profession Paul M. Perry, FHFMA, CDPSE, CISM, CITP, CPA • Warren Averett • Birmingham, ALAs artificial intelligence quickly becomes part of our everyday lives, it brings with it more comprehension needs, risk, and capabilities. IT almost requires a daily refresh on what was and what will become. Simply, AI is a powerful tool and, at times, a crutch – but never a replacement for human judgment, context, or accountability. Participants will explore where AI adds real value (content creation, summarization, efficiency gains), where it creates new exposures (data leakage, false confidence, over reliance), and how accountants must apply professional skepticism, governance, and security controls to use AI safely. The session will explore every aspect of our professional life and the abilities that we can (and should) turn over to AI and those that should remain firmly human responsibilities.9:40-10:00 am Break10:00 - 11:40 amMergers and Acquisitions, Business Valuations Robert P. Gray, CPA, ABV, CFF, CGMA, CFE • Gray Schrupp & Associates • Dallas, TXThursday, July 238:00 - 11:40 amAccounting and Auditing Update Kurt Oestriecher, CPA • Oestriecher & Company • Alexandria, LAThis session will cover new standards issued by the FASB, Auditing Standards Board, and AICPA Accounting and Review Services Committee. Hot topics in peer review will also be covered, along with emerging issues in the accounting and auditing field.Friday, July 248:00-9:40Wall Street, Washington, and West Coast: An Economic UpdatStephen Morgan • Senior Vice President, Investment Director – Hancock Whitney Asset Management • New Orleans, LAPolicymakers are reshaping global trade and upending international relations as the U.S. Federal Reserve enters a new era. Meanwhile, artificial intelligence and other factors are rewriting labor force dynamics. We’ll examine the new economic and financial market landscape in light of these developments.9:40-10:00 am Break10:00 - 11:40The CPA as Connector: Adding Value Without Being the Forensic Expert Ralph A. Litolff, Jr., CPA/ABV/CFF, CVA, MBA • RAL Forensics, LLC • Metairie, LAForensic accounting is often treated as a single specialty, but it encompasses multiple distinct disciplines, each designed to address different client needs and situations. This session is designed for CPAs across all practice areas and focuses on helping attendees understand how forensic accounting differs from traditional CPA services and how to identify which type of forensic expertise best fits a client’s circumstances. The session emphasizes the CPA’s role as a trusted advisor and connector. Attendees will learn how to recognize when matters move beyond traditional CPA services, what information is helpful to gather early, and how to manage client expectations before a forensic specialist is engaged. The goal is for CPAs to leave feeling more confident adding value by connecting clients with the right forensic expertise at the right time. Learning ObjectivesUpon completion of this session, participants will be able to:• Identify major forensic accounting disciplines and their common use cases• Recognize client scenarios where forensic expertise may be appropriate• Understand how CPAs add value by serving as connectors Important Note: Starting June 30th, a $200 cancellation fee will apply due to commitments with the hotel, catering, and event planning. We appreciate your understanding.
Numbers to Narrative: Storytelling in Business Communication
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Online/Webcast
1.00 Credits
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Information becomes influential when it is structured. In this 1-CPE session (Professional Development), participants explore narrative frameworks presented in the course materials, including situation-complication-resolution and hero-based narrative arcs. Using business-oriented examples, the session demonstrates how structured storytelling enhances clarity and impact without sacrificing rigor. Participants will examine how to define context, introduce tension, present evidence, and guide audiences toward resolution. The emphasis is on logical flow and disciplined narrative construction rather than dramatization. The course concludes with application of a structured storytelling model to a professional scenario. This event may be a rebroadcast of a live event and the instructor will be available to answer your questions during the event.
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ACPEN: K2's Tech Update
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Online/Webcast
2.00 Credits
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Staying current with today's technology is no longer optional; it is essential. Tech Update 2026 offers accounting professionals a clear, strategic view of the evolving tech landscape, enabling them to cut through the noise and make informed decisions. This forward-looking session is built for practitioners who want to leverage innovation to enhance client service, boost operational efficiency, and remain competitive. Explore the most impactful trends in artificial intelligence, quantum computing, automation, and cloud-based ecosystems. Understand how technologies like Microsoft 365 Copilot, generative AI tools, industry-specific SaaS platforms, and blockchain are reshaping the profession. Learn to identify which solutions align with your firm's goals-and which are just vendor hype.
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Common Financial Statement Disclosures
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Online/Webcast
2.00 Credits
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Financial statement disclosures are important to provide the information necessary for financial statement users to make economic decisions. Disclosures further explain and clarify information provided in the basic financial statements, but also provide critical information about subsequent events, litigation risk, and other concerns. This course focuses on the most common financial statement disclosures for small- or medium-sized nonpublic entities. This event may be a rebroadcast of a live event and the instructor will be available to answer your questions during the event.
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Forensic Accounting: Investigating Divorce Cases
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Online/Webcast
4.00 Credits
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With over 50% of marriages ending in divorce, forensic accountants are frequently used in uncovering hidden income and assets. It is not uncommon for one spouse to hide money from another, sometimes for nefarious reasons. As a CPA, your services are valued by high-net-worth individuals who hire attorneys in their divorce proceedings. In this course, you will learn the art of financial investigations and how to uncover the truth in divorce cases, whether from offshore accounts to lifestyle analysis. Step by step, the course will teach you the valuable skills necessary in finding, analyzing, evaluating, and presenting your findings to your client and if needed, ultimately in divorce court. This event may be a rebroadcast of a live event and the instructor will be available to answer your questions during the event.
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Financial & Tax Accounting for S Corporations & Partnerships
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Online/Webcast
8.00 Credits
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This program compares and contrasts the financial and tax accounting differences of partnerships, LLCs, and S corporations, as well as discuss the tax accounting for these entities. This event may be a rebroadcast of a live event and the instructor will be available to answer your questions during the event.
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Surgent's Latest Developments in Government and Nonprofit Accounting and Auditing
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Online/Webcast
8.00 Credits
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In today's fast-paced environment, keeping up with the latest accounting and auditing requirements for governments and nonprofits can be challenging, but this course makes it easier! Designed to save you time and effort, this comprehensive update provides clear explanations of the most important developments affecting governments and nonprofits. Using a highly illustrative and innovative format, the course features over 25 focused exercises to strengthen your working knowledge and ensure you leave prepared to apply the latest accounting and auditing standards with confidence.
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The Best S Corporation, Limited Liability, and Partnership Update Course by Surgent
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Online/Webcast
8.00 Credits
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This year practitioners need to keep abreast of tax changes affecting pass-through entities used by their business clients and employers, and this enlightening course delivers that information. You will learn invaluable strategies, techniques, innovative tax-planning concepts, income-generating ideas, and other planning opportunities available to S corporations, partnerships, LLCs, and LLPs. In addition, this course will discuss current trends and emerging issues, helping practitioners stay informed about relevant and significant topics that may impact their clients. Continually updated to reflect enacted legislation.
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Entertainment, Meals & Travel Expenses: Review and Update
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Online/Webcast
2.00 Credits
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This program reviews the statutory and regulatory guidance as they relate to fringe benefits. There will be an emphasis on entertainment, meals and business transportation expenses, including qualified employer-provided parking, with a focus on planning opportunities. Recent federal tax legislation, cases and rulings will also be addressed. This event may be a rebroadcast of a live event and the instructor will be available to answer your questions during the event.
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Current Nonprofit Fraud Trends
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Online/Webcast
4.00 Credits
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Nonprofit entities have a high degree of public accountability. This course will examine the most common fraud schemes and provide multiple examples of how to prevent or detect these schemes. Nonprofit entities have a high degree of public accountability. This course will examine the most common fraud schemes and provide multiple examples of how to prevent or detect these schemes. This event may be a rebroadcast of a live event and the instructor will be available to answer your questions during the event.
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Surgent's Handling Difficult People
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Online/Webcast
2.00 Credits
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This professional development course equips you with practical strategies to manage challenging interactions in the workplace. Although difficult individuals may represent a small segment of the workforce, their impact can be significant, often leading to time lost and decreased productivity. In this course, you will gain essential skills to address and navigate these situations effectively. Additionally, you'll identify specific challenges and develop a personalized action plan for implementing the strategies learned back in your workplace.
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Surgent's Taxation of Tips and Overtime Under OBBBA
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Online/Webcast
2.00 Credits
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Arguably the most discussed topics to come out of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) are the taxation of tips and overtime. Practitioners need to understand these provisions now, as they are effective for 2025 tax returns. This program provides practitioners with the background currently available to advise clients regarding these two important tax developments. Both employers and employees need to understand these timely changes to taxation.
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Surgent's Top 20 Effective Strategies for Avoiding RMD Mistakes and Penalties
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Online/Webcast
2.00 Credits
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Required minimum distributions (RMDs) must begin for the year in which the account owner reaches age 72 (older if they were born after 1950). RMDs must also be taken from inherited accounts, and the process for determining RMDs for these accounts is more complex than those that apply to RMDs for non-inherited accounts. Failure to comply with the RMD rules will result in the account owner owing the IRS an excess accumulation penalty on any RMD shortfall. Interested parties must understand the compliance requirements that apply to RMDs to be able to assist in ensuring that penalties are avoided. Additionally, the recent changes that affect RMDs must be considered when advising clients about their RMD obligations.
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Surgent's Virtual Currency: Keeping Up with the Tax Code
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Online/Webcast
2.00 Credits
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Whether you are an experienced veteran or new to the industry, one of the toughest parts of being a tax practitioner is keeping up with all of the changes in tax legislation. This course takes a look at recent changes to tax law from a practitioner perspective. In this session, we will explore the nuances of virtual currency and the new Form 8300 reporting requirements.
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2026/27 Annual Update for Not-for-Profit Accountants & Audit
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Online/Webcast
2.00 Credits
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This comprehensive annual update brings together key accounting, auditing, and compliance developments affecting not-for-profit organizations. The course integrates recent standard-setting activity, audit and attestation updates, and Single Audit developments to provide a practical view of changes impacting nonprofit financial reporting and oversight. Participants will begin with an overview of accounting developments affecting not-for-profit organizations, including recently issued Accounting Standards Updates (ASUs) from the Financial Accounting Standards Board and an introduction to the International Non-Profit Accounting Standard (INPAS). Emphasis is placed on understanding the purpose and structure of INPAS and how it compares conceptually to U.S. GAAP requirements for NFPs. The course then shifts to auditing and attestation developments from the AICPA, including the next phase of quality management with a focus on monitoring and remediation responsibilities. Participants will also review recent and upcoming standards affecting audit, attestation, and consulting engagements, including updates related to SSAEs, SSARSs, exposure drafts on confirmations and fraud, and changes affecting group audits. Finally, the course addresses recent developments impacting Single Audits for not-for-profit organizations receiving federal funding. Topics include the 2024 Uniform Guidance overhaul, updates to Appendix B of the AICPA GAS/Single Audit Guide, recent guidance issued through the Office of Management and Budget (OMB), and reporting changes related to SAM.gov. Designed for nonprofit preparers, auditors, and financial leaders, this course helps participants understand how recent accounting and auditing changes intersect-and what to monitor as requirements continue to evolve. This event may be a rebroadcast of a live event and the instructor will be available to answer your questions during the event.
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Annual Update for Controllers and Finance Managers: Driving Business Value
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Online/Webcast
7.00 Credits
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CFOs, controllers and finance managers often play a key role in driving value within an organization. Explore best practices tailored to help enhance your impact.
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Managing Current Fraud Trends in a Shifting Environment
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Online/Webcast
8.00 Credits
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As our business environment shifts, so do trends with fraud schemes and perpetrators. This course will give you the absolutely latest information with how to identify and mitigate shifting fraud risks in any entity. This event may be a rebroadcast of a live event and the instructor will be available to answer your questions during the event.
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How to Audit Inventory
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Online/Webcast
2.00 Credits
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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.
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