Accounting and Attestation for ESG WEBINAR

Overview

ESG reporting has become an increasingly important area of focus for standard setters, regulators, and stakeholders. This course provides an overview of how ESG considerations intersect with accounting and attestation services, with attention to developments affecting both preparers and assurance providers. Participants will review current ESG related initiatives and projects underway at the Financial Accounting Standards Board, Governmental Accounting Standards Board, and the AICPA. The course also explores the types of services CPAs may provide in connection with ESG reporting.

Highlights

Current ESG related initiatives and projects underway at the Financial Accounting Standards Board, Governmental Accounting Standards Board, and the AICPA. Types of services CPAs may provide in connection with ESG reporting, including advisory and attestation engagements.

Prerequisites

None.

Designed For

Designed for CPAs seeking to understand the evolving ESG landscape.

Objectives

Identify types of engagements CPAs may perform related to ESG information. Describe current ESG related projects and initiatives of accounting standard setters.

Preparation

None.

Notice

None.