CPE & Event Catalog
CFO - Enhancing Productivity WEBCAST
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Your Desk
8.0 Credits
The Cost of Quality: Philip Crosby's 1985 assertion that "quality is free" prompts an analysis of the four aspects of the cost of quality: prevention, appraisal, internal failure, and external failure. We will explore the true costs of each element and how to measure them, testing the idea that an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. Understanding and Mitigating External and Internal Risks: Risk is an inherent part of modern business, and the role of a Chief Financial Officer (CFO) now encompasses more than just financial management. This seminar will equip professionals with the tools to understand and mitigate both external and internal risks, ensuring organizational performance and sustainability. How to Manage Your Insurance Program: At its core, insurance is about risk management. Leaders must consider what types of insurance are needed, coverage limits, acceptable deductibles, and the difference between a deductible and self-insured retention. This overview is designed for those responsible for insurance and risk, emphasizing the importance of a practical approach to managing insurance for organizational viability. Effective Implementation of Enterprise Risk Management: Many have attempted implementation of ERM (Enterprise Risk Management) systems, and many have failed. This seminar will offer a roadmap for embedding effective ERM practices into daily management and planning without disrupting the organization.
Member Exclusive: What's New at the Washington State Board of Accountancy WEBINAR
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Your Desk
1.0 Credits
Key updates, compliance considerations, and what to expect in the year ahead.
Member Exclusive Pop-Up: Calling BS on Cybersecurity Nonsense WEBINAR
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Your Desk
1.0 Credits
The cybersecurity misinformation crisis and how to identify credible information. Common misleading vendor claims and verification techniques. Accounting-specific security frameworks that protect your practice. Practical WISP implementation strategies that balance security and productivity. How to leverage security practices as a competitive advantage in client acquisition and retention.
Prix Fixe: Washington State Tax Update WEBINAR
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Your Desk
1.0 Credits
Understanding the current state of tax regulations. Anticipating future changes.
Annual Update for CFOs, Controllers and Finance Managers: Driving Business Value WEBCAST
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Your Desk
4.0 Credits
Economic trends and their effect on business. Ways to drive operational efficiency. Leveraging technology in finance. Cash management and working capital. Effective talent management. Sustainability and corporate responsibility.
Steps to Stop External Fraud WEBCAST
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Your Desk
2.0 Credits
Types of external fraud. Considerations as organizations work to reduce fraud risk. External fraud and known parties/External fraud unknown perpetrators.
Member Exclusive: Self Care in a Demanding Profession WEBINAR
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Your Desk
1.0 Credits
Practical self-care strategies to reduce stress, prevent burnout, and enhance work-life balance.
The Washington Capital Gains Tax WEBCAST
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Your Desk
1.0 Credits
Key differences between federal reported capital gains and Washington taxable capital gains, the tax and pass-through entities, deductions, credits, tax compliance, penalties and penalty abatement, and anticipated changes at the state and local level.
2025 Washington Ethics and New Developments with Mark Hugh WEBCAST
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Your Desk
4.0 Credits
The AICPA Code of Professional Conduct, Washington ethics rules and recent changes, new developments, best practices for CPAs in public accounting and industry, case studies, and Washington administration and enforcement.
Prix Fixe: Self-Employment Taxes, Limited Partner Exception, Recent Cases, and Future Regulations WEBINAR
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Your Desk
1.0 Credits
The broad scope of the “limited partner” exception. The IRS’s recent Compliance Campaign.
Interpreting the New Revenue Recognition Standard: What All CPAs Need to Know WEBCAST
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Your Desk
4.0 Credits
5-step process for recognizing revenue.
Washington Sales and B&O Tax WEBCAST
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Your Desk
4.0 Credits
Sales tax topics include taxable gross income, the use tax, exemptions, interstate and foreign sales, and special areas including construction activities and information technology. The B&O tax covers includable gross income, deductions, reimbursements, interstate apportionment, credits, and local B&O taxes. Tax administration and audits discusses Washington tax resources, registration, interest, penalties, reducing audit risk, preparing for a tax audit, and tax audit survival.
Preparation, Compilation, and Review Engagements: Update and Review WEBCAST
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Your Desk
4.0 Credits
Overview of preparation. Compilation. and review guidance. Accounting and reporting issues. Current practice issues. Common deficiencies in peer reviews. Current and future standard setting projects.
Top Business Tax Planning Strategies WEBCAST
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Your Desk
2.0 Credits
Complying with the beneficial ownership information reporting requirements. The current status of the Employee Retention Credit Voluntary Disclosure Program. Using the newly expanded access to business tax accounts for partners and shareholders of S corporations IRS guidance allowing car dealers to provide electric vehicle tax rebates upfront to qualified auto buyers. Monetizing energy credits. Amortization of research and experimental expenditures. Dealing with the taxpayer loss in the Tax Court in Soroban Capital Partners requiring managers to pay self-employment tax on certain payments to limited partners. Contributions to Roth "catch-up" plans. Roth contributions to a SEP and Simple IRA. Employer matching contributions to a Roth account. Section 179 and bonus depreciation. Roth 401(k) contributions no longer subject to RMDs during the owner's lifetime.
Prix Fixe: Individual and Estate Income Tax Reporting in the Year of Death WEBINAR
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Your Desk
1.0 Credits
Ensuring accurate filing and compliance in the year of death.
Audits of 401(k) Plans: New Developments and Critical Issues WEBCAST
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Your Desk
8.0 Credits
Proper planning of benefit plan audit engagements and developing audit strategy while improving overall efficiency. Common pitfalls in planning and detailed audit procedures. Changes affecting 401(k) plans, including recently issued SASs. Common mistakes as noted in peer reviews and DOL inspections.
Combating Internal Fraud WEBCAST
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Your Desk
2.0 Credits
Understanding why internal fraud occurs. Policies, procedures, and control measures designed to fight fraud.
Limited Liability Companies: Losses, Liquidations, Terminations, Continuations, and Sales WEBCAST
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Your Desk
4.0 Credits
When are distributions taxable? Miscellaneous issues, including the critical difference between Schedule 736(a) and Schedule 736(b) payments. Sales of an LLC interest.
CFO - Minding the GAAP WEBCAST
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Your Desk
8.0 Credits
Deciphering Balance Sheet Accounting Issues: Through practical analysis and case discussions, we will highlight essential tools for understanding the balance sheet, ensuring it is exemplary and grasping the key drivers of accounting issues. Lease or Buy, Debt or Equity: Is there an ideal financing mix that we should aim to achieve? What does financial theory recommend? What are the hidden costs of our financing decisions? Should we lease or buy an asset, and how do we analyze this decision? How can we handle financial distress? These crucial topics will be addressed, blending theory and practice to help solve these dilemmas. Dealing with Ever Changing Accounting Standards: GAAP is changing rapidly, posing challenges for leaders who must adapt to new accounting standards while steering their organizations toward sustainable growth. SALT for CFOs: The changes to state and local taxation (SALT) are significant. New methods are continuously being introduced to raise taxes, as states strive to increase their revenue. How have the regulations changed, and what tools are useful for compliance? Many organizations may not fully comply with SALT regulations, which pose real risks. Leaders should be aware of these compliance risks and explore ways to minimize them to avoid penalties
Pacific Tax Institute 2025 WEBCAST
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Your Desk
16.0 Credits
Navigating the latest regulatory developments. Tackling complex challenges with strategic insight. Leading innovation within your practice.