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AHI: AI for Accountants - Practical Applications

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2.00 Credits

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This course is designed for firm partners and managers to explore ways to incorporate data analytics and related technologies in their audit practices. Participants explore how small and mid-size firms are using these tools to improve engagement efficiency and quality while providing opportunities for value-added services to clients. All of AHI's multi-day courses rely on live participant engagement. For this 2-hr. course, we encourage you to have a working webcam and microphone to take advantage of a live discussion leader and participant interaction.

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Common Financial Statement Disclosures

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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.Speaker - Jennifer F. Louis, CPA

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Competing for Talent: Closing Gaps and Building Firm Culture

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1.00 Credits

Even with the market softening, our profession's long-standing talent shortage continues to impact firms across the country. While solutions are being pursued at the national level to attract more people to a career in accounting, firm leaders must also take action. By closing the salary gap for new accounting grads, enhancing firm culture, and creating destination workplaces that both attract and retain talent, firm leaders will excel at attracting and retaining talent, their most precious resource. In this session, ConvergenceCoaching, LLC and AICPA will explore trends impacting talent and discuss tools and resources available to help firm leaders compete for talent through culture, compensation, and capacity.

Controller Series: Insightful Financial Analysis

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1.00 Credits

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Anyone can "crunch numbers" but it takes special skills to make them meaningful to the user. Financial statements and ratios need to be interpreted correctly using a process that sets the context, identifies the right analysis tools, and makes recommendations in an understandable format. This course will help you present your insights in a way that is insightful and impactful to your client.

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Documenting Internal Control

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Documenting internal controls Familiarize yourself with commonly used documentation tools, such as narratives, flowcharts, internal control questionnaires and control matrixes. Walk through COSO's internal control template used to document an assessment of a system on internal control.

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Obtaining an Understanding of Internal Control

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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.

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Surgent's Progressive Discipline and Termination

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2.00 Credits

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Employee discipline is always challenging. Training on proper progressive discipline is critical to avoiding potential lawsuits while also trying to bring out the best possible employee performance. This webinar is designed to assist human resources professionals and managers in understanding the best ways to use progressive discipline as both a management and risk reduction tool. The webinar also will address best practices with regard to the employee termination process.Speaker - Amy McAndrew, Esquire

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Surgent's Tax Planning for Rental Real Estate

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4.00 Credits

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The taxation of real estate is tricky. Taxpayers can own real estate in a number of different ways, including direct and indirect investments. There are numerous exceptions to being classified as a rental activity. How do you know if someone is a real estate professional? In this course, we will explore all these issues and many more. Through real-world examples and discussion, this course will delve into exceptions to rental status, qualifications for material participation, and requirements for active status. Additionally, we will cover the QBI and Section 1237 safe harbors and touch on some planning ideas related to depreciation recapture.Speaker - Dave Peters, CPA, CFP, CLU, CPCU, MST, MBA

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Create Visuals in Power BI to Successfully Analyze Data

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4.00 Credits

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Unlock the full potential of your data with our cutting-edge course, "Create Visuals in Power BI to Successfully Analyze Data." Designed to span a focused, four-hour session, this course is your gateway to mastering the art of data visualization using the powerful tools of Microsoft Power BI Desktop and PowerBI.com. Whether you're a business professional, a budding data analyst, or simply someone interested in the world of data science, this course is tailored to enhance your skills in transforming raw data into visually stunning and insightful reports. Dive into the intuitive interfaces of Power BI Desktop and PowerBI.com, and learn to navigate these platforms with ease and confidence. The course is meticulously structured to provide you with demonstrations and practical knowledge. Starting with a comprehensive tour of the Power BI Desktop and PowerBI.com interfaces, you'll quickly move to the core of creating impactful visuals. Explore a wide array of available visuals and learn how to select the most effective ones for your data stories. Through detailed sessions on building interactivity into your visuals, you will discover how to create dynamic reports that not only captivate but also communicate effectively. This course will also guide you through the process of publishing your reports on PowerBI.com, ensuring that your insights reach their intended audience with the right impact. By the end of this transformative journey, you will be adept at leveraging the full capabilities of Power BI. Your newfound ability to create interactive, engaging, and informative visual reports will make you an indispensable asset in any data-driven decision-making process. Embrace this opportunity to elevate your professional profile, enhance your analytical capabilities, and become a sought-after expert in the field of data visualization. Join us for "Create Visuals in Power BI to Successfully Analyze Data" and step into the future of data analysis with confidence and skill. This event may be a rebroadcast of a live event and the instructor will be available to answer your questions during the event.Speaker - Bryan L. Smith, CPA.CITP, CISA

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Interpreting the FASB Revenue Recognition Standard: What All CPAs Need to Know

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4.00 Credits

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Mastering revenue recognition It's crucial to know the key principles of revenue recognition to recognize revenue effectively. You'll gain an understanding of these key principles by exploring the five-step revenue recognition process. You'll learn more about: Identifying a customer contract Determining performance obligations Establishing a transaction price Allocating the transaction price Recognizing revenue Fulfilling performance obligations Enhancing financial acumen through practical management strategies and real-world examples can significantly improve your organization's ability to excel in revenue recognition practices. You'll cover several aspects of performance obligations, including: Identifying distinct goods and services Implications of promised goods Complexities associated with shipping and handling activities

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Individual Tax Fundamentals - Tax Staff Essentials

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8.00 Credits

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Basic, but not boring Newcomers to tax return preparation are exposed to the many topics that encompass individual taxation. Topics, discussed in an approachable format, include: Filing requirements and dependents Gross income inclusions and exclusions Adjustments to income Standard and itemized deductions Refundable and nonrefundable tax credits Tax computations Penalties Taking advantage of present opportunities for your clients' futures Tax planning involves understanding a client's current situation to anticipate areas of future tax savings. You'll review common individual tax planning topics to help clients prepare for their futures. Decoding recent legislative changes for individual taxpayers You'll be able to provide your clients with the most current tax planning and tax-saving strategies for their tax plans. This course is updated for IRS guidance related to recent legislation, including: SECURE 1.0 SECURE 2.0 Inflation Reduction Act

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Leases: Mastering the New FASB Requirements

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8.00 Credits

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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

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Managing Current Fraud Trends in a Shifting Environment

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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.Speaker - Jennifer F. Louis, CPA

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Surgent's Technical Business Practice Issues and Tax Forms for Experienced Practitioners

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8.00 Credits

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Don't let the title frighten you. It is critical that staff be trained on the increasingly complex forms-related issues that challenge them each busy season. This course will help experienced staff focus on the essential amidst the cacophony of IRS and legislative changes and avoid costly mistakes. This course brings to the forefront advanced preparation issues, from individual returns to flow-through entities such as S corporations, LLCs, and partnerships.Speaker - Michael Frost, CPA

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First Look Webcast Managing Change in a High-Speed World

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1.00 Credits

Most people are not aware of proper, realistic, time-management skills. They don’t have the awareness of what needs to be prioritized, don’t have the confidence to get what they need, and they focus on the immediate firestorm in front of them without thinking forward to peaceful life planning and time management. The result – stress, overwhelm, being unwell, and loss of goal achievement. Transformational Coach Laila Morocos Zissis help us find balance through shifting perspectives and being able to implement tasks and to-dos in methodical, doable ways. It’s time to get off the hamster wheel and regain control in simple, effective new ways of thinking and habit change. Purchase this webcast as an individual program, or get the members-only First Look Bundle and save! 2025 First Look Webcast Series May 28401k & Employee Benefits Update Mary Hogan • Director, Advisory - HR Advisory & OutsourcingEisner Advisory Group LLC • Pittstown, NJCategory: Management   CPE: 1 credit   CLE: 50 minutes June 18 Disaster Planning Beyond the Calculations Gerard H. Schreiber, Jr., CPA • PartnerSchreiber & Schreiber, CPAs • Metairie, LACategory: Taxation   CPE: 1 credit   CLE: 50 minutes July 30Investment Strategies in a Volatile Market Tom Stringfellow, CFA®, CPA®, CFP®, CIC • Chief Investment StrategistArgent Trust Company • San Antonio, TX  Category: Management   CPE: 1 credit  August 27SSARS Engagements – What You Need to Know Kurt Oestriecher, CPA • Managing PartnerOestriecher & Company, CPAs • Alexandria, LA  Category: A&A   CPE: 1 credit   September 27Managing Change in a High-Speed World Laila Morcos Zissis, PCC, NBC-HWC, CMC â€¢ OwnerLaila Morcos Zissis, LLC• New Orleans, LACategory: Personal Development   CPE: 1 credit   October 29Creating a Positive Workplace Culture Jim Schneider, CPA, CIA • President & Managing PartnerThe Personnel Consulting Group • New Orleans LACategory: Management   CPE: 1 credit   November 12Tax Credit Shake-Up: What the New Incentives and ITEP Rules Mean for You Keri Hart • Senior Manager, Business IncentivesKim Wallett  â€¢ Senior Manager, Business IncentivesAdvantous Consulting, LLC • Baton Rouge, LACategory: Taxation   CPE: 1 credit   CLE: 50 minutes December 9Practical Accounting Automation Using AIAndrew Schwartz, PhD • ProfessorStephenson Department of Entrepreneurship & Information SystemsLouisiana State University  Category:  Technology   CPE: 1 credit   CLE: 50 minutes

ChatGPT and IRS Taxation Law Research

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2.00 Credits

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The course provides a concise overview of how to use ChatGPT to more effectively and efficiently research IRS taxation law. It delves into techniques for extracting precise information from complex tax legislation, interpreting IRS guidelines with AI assistance, and utilizing ChatGPT's advanced language models for nuanced legal analysis. Participants will learn how to streamline their research process, identify relevant tax law precedents, and apply AI insights to real-world tax scenarios, enhancing their professional proficiency in navigating the intricate world of IRS taxation. This event may be a rebroadcast of a live event and the instructor will be available to answer your questions during the event.Speaker - Garrett Wasny, MA, CMC, CITP/FIBP

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Mastering Partnership Basis: Inside and Outside Basis

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2.00 Credits

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Surgent's Found It! Reporting Findings in Yellow Book and Single Audits

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2.00 Credits

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When auditors detect findings in Yellow Book and single audits, they do not just communicate them in some shabby little letter to management; they get reported! In this course, we will examine what types of findings get reported, how they get reported, and where they get reported! This course will take you from just checking a box and fulfilling a requirement to developing and delivering findings that make a meaningful difference to your clients.Speaker - Charlie Blanton, CPA

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Surgent's Mastering Client Management for Accounting and Finance Professionals

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2.00 Credits

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Do you want to build stronger relationships with your clients, improve client retention, and drive growth in your practice? This course delves into the essential strategies for effective client management in today's competitive landscape. Client relationships, like any relationship, can be challenging to manage. Miscommunication, differing work styles, and unrealistic expectations are some of the challenges accounting and finance professionals routinely encounter. However, when accounting clients and members of your team are on the same page, client loyalty and profitability improve while conflict is minimized. This webinar explores proven strategies to improve relationships between accounting and finance professionals and their clients.Speaker - Jason Cornell, Esq.

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Surgent's Top Business Tax Planning Strategies

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2.00 Credits

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Tax planning for 2025 is largely based upon legislation contained within the Inflation Reduction Act and the SECURE Act 2.0, that offer new planning options and challenges for businesses in 2025. There are, however, other business tax changes in 2025 that result from different pieces of tax legislation, IRS pronouncements, and court cases that need to be taken into account from a planning perspective. This program analyzes the new opportunities and challenges that these tax changes offer to businesses and their owners that impact 2025 and sometimes later years.Speaker - Mike Tucker, Ph.D., LL.M., J.D., CPA

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