CPE & Event Catalog

5-step process for recognizing revenue.

The ever-evolving landscape of audit preparedness.

The price of fraud - ACFE's Report to the Nations and ancillary costs. The current economy - microeconomics and analysis. COSO internal control framework, particularly Principle 1 (integrity/ethics) and Principle 8 (fraud risk assessments). Power of morale - shrinking the fraud triangle and employee motivation. Deviant workplace behavior. Historic schemes. Why good folks go bad - interesting findings and red flags. Combating fraud with controls. Controls used by fraud victim organizations and suggestions for better implementation. Fraud's new frontier. Corporate social, environmental, governance, and equity/inclusion reports and audits.

Common challenges associated with implementing appropriate internal controls in small business environments. Fraud in small business environments. Internal control options in small business accounting software. Understanding the need for application controls and general controls.

U.S. and regional economies.

How to create more inclusive and productive meetings. Effective communication styles. The importance of cultural sensitivity. How to ensure equitable participation and encourage constructive dissent.

Securing individual documents. Protecting information resident in the Cloud. Securing data stored on or accessed by mobile devices

Secure Act 2.0. Changes for retirement plan beneficiaries. Planning ideas for clients.

Building change into the planning process. Sales/income plan. Intermediate planning. Technology plan. Capital equipment planning. One-year operating plan. Monthly planning. Cash plan. Risk plan.

Navigating the intricacies of uncertain estate and gift tax planning. Unveiling prevalent client errors in estate and financial planning. Mastering the modern intricacies of domicile-related considerations spanning tax, financial, and estate planning. Tackling challenges inherent to charitable planning strategies. Proficiently employing split-interest trusts for optimal outcomes. Unraveling the complexities of advanced insurance concepts. Mandate for meticulous IRA distribution planning. Addressing distinctive planning nuances for the aging clientele. Anticipating the forthcoming horizon in the field.

Stay up-to-date on the latest court case rulings and significant developments in tax law. Discover strategies for navigating multi-state taxation and unclaimed property. Gain insights into Oregon’s tax updates and their impact on your practice. Stay informed on critical legislative changes affecting the tax landscape. Connect with peers and industry experts to exchange knowledge and best practices. Enhance your expertise with actionable insights to navigate today’s complex tax challenges.

Discuss how productivity strategies may improve work-life balance. Understand the state tax consequences that may arise when working from home. Identify and discuss challenges unique to financial professionals. Review how some organizations are providing support to improve work-life balance. Explore the role of alternative work arrangements. Examine challenges unique to auditors versus tax professionals. A comparison of work-life balance between public and industry accountants. How work-family conflict varies among financial professionals. Recommendations for improving work-life balance.

Stay informed on the latest developments in foreign trust regulations and planning with U.S. trustees. Gain in-depth knowledge of Subpart F and strategies for navigating complex international tax issues. Explore Form 5471 filing requirements and best practices for compliance. Understand Canada/US tax law issues and cross-border planning strategies. Delve into inbound and outbound real estate tax considerations for global clients. Analyze case studies on complex tax scenarios like 338G and PE vs. EGI. Stay updated on state and local tax issues for international tax professionals. Explore the latest expat planning strategies and updates affecting global taxation.

Understanding the fundamental tenets of blockchain technology. Examples of applied applications of blockchain technology. Identifying leading cryptocurrencies available today. Understanding risks associated with cryptocurrencies.

A comprehensive review of the entire financial planning process. Equipping participants to assist clients in developing practical and functional budgets. Optimizing the utilization of a client's assets for maximum financial benefit. Navigating the complexities of risk and reward evaluation, aligned with a client's investment horizon. Proficiency in assessing a client's propensity for risk-taking. Tackling challenges inherent in measuring a client's risk tolerance. Exploring psychological factors that influence risk behavior. Mastering fundamental investment and portfolio management principles. Unveiling the significance of a strategic asset allocation policy within a financial plan. Addressing regulation and registration considerations for investment advisors. Understanding the strategic deployment of personal financial statements. Setting the stage for participants to become effective financial service professionals. Exploring the cooperative approach to financial planning. Gleaning insights from ten key steps for success as a financial planner.

Technological advancements in fraud detection.