The Remote Office: Regulatory and Ethical Considerations FLEXCAST

Overview

Technology has transformed the accounting profession. We are no longer bound by cubicles, office walls or state lines. Modern accounting practices avail themselves to talent without physical limitations. However, professionals must be ever mindful of regulatory standards and the safeguarding of confidential client information given this new environment. In this course, we’ll begin with a discussion of accounting ethics and recent trends. We’ll then move into a larger discussion of ethical considerations for remote employees. NOTE: This course does NOT meet Washington State Ethics Requirements.

Highlights

Accounting ethics and recent trends. Ethical considerations for remote employees.

Prerequisites

None.

Designed For

CPAs.

Objectives

Recall which branch of ethics is closely aligned with regulatory guidance in organizations. Identify prevailing global trends in business ethics. Recall which regulatory standards apply to tax practitioners concerning confidential client records. Identify which states have adopted privacy laws for business entities. Recall best practices in connection with remote workers.

Preparation

None.

Notice

This is a FlexCast (no exam required) and may be viewed only Monday - Saturday, 5am - 5pm PT. You may take up to one year from the date of purchase to complete the course. Pause your FlexCast and resume at a convenient day during the hours above. Partial credit for 2+ credit courses: If you are unable to complete the course in one sitting, partial credit can be awarded (minimum of one credit). To earn the remaining credits, you must return later and start the course from the beginning. Use chat to ask questions of a subject matter expert during the program.