CPE & Event Catalog
ChatGPT and IRS Taxation Law Research WEBINAR
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Your Desk
2.0 Credits
Utilizing ChatGPT for IRS tax law research. Using IRS prompt templates. ChatGPT in action. Exploring IRS tax laws. Error prevention and correction in tax law research. AI's evolving role in taxation and accounting.
Leveraging ChatGPT for Innovative Business Advisory Services WEBINAR
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Your Desk
2.0 Credits
The Introduction to ChatGPT and its applications in the business advisory context. In-depth exploration of enterprise evaluation methodologies like SWOT, PESTLE, BCG Matrix, McKinsey 7S Model, Ansoff Matrix, etc. Practical case studies demonstrating application of ChatGPT in accounting business analysis. Key challenges faced by accounting firms and how ChatGPT can help overcome these. Best practices for implementing AI tools in the accounting sector. Future opportunities and trends in AI enhanced business advisory services.
Current Cybersecurity Risk Management Trends WEBINAR
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Your Desk
2.0 Credits
Overview of current cybersecurity threats and how to mitigate data breach risk. Describe how to avoid malware and other security threats
Preparation, Compilation and Review Services WEBCAST
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Your Desk
4.0 Credits
All recently issued SSARS standards. Financial reporting frameworks. Distinguishing special purpose frameworks from GAAP. CPAs reporting on financial statements. Financial statement disclosures. Recently issued ethics standards. Peer review deficiencies .
Passive Activities and Rental Real Estate Income Tax Issues WEBCAST
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Your Desk
8.0 Credits
Detailed coverage of the passive activity rules under IRC Section 469 (and related regulations), how the 3.8% net investment income tax under Section 1411 and qualified business income (QBI) deduction under Section 199A applies to rentals and passive activities, and what is a trade or business rental is under Section 162. How the PAL rules apply to rental real estate activities and investments in S corporations and partnerships. Definition of an activity and the activity grouping and disclosure rules. Real estate professional exception to the PAL rules for investments in non-passive rentals. Special $25,000 loss allowance for rental real estate with active participation. Material participation safe harbor rules. Events that trigger suspended PALs. Limitations on tax credits generated by passive activities. Special rules that re-characterize passive income to non-passive income. What rentals are subject to self-employment tax under Section 1402.
Partnership Preparation, Basis Calculations and Distributions – Form 1065 Schedule K and K-1 Analysis WEBCAST
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Your Desk
8.0 Credits
Extensive review of the partnership tax laws with an emphasis on any new legislative changes. Review the Form 1065 to learn how income statement items get reported on the partnership/LLC tax return and flow-thru to the partner/members on Schedule K-1. Analyze the Schedule K-1 line-by-line and discuss where the items get reported on the individual's Federal income tax return and how the items affect the partner/members outside basis. Look at detailed Schedule K-1 information reporting to partners/members needed for the qualified business income deduction, 3.8% net investment income tax and business interest expense limitations. Formation issues including the mandatory allocation of the Section 704(c) pre-contribution gain or losses back to the contributing partner/member. Calculating the tax and Section 704(b) book capital accounts. Reporting recourse and non-recourse debt on the Schedule K-1Tax ramifications and reporting of cash and non-cash distributions including disproportionate distributions of "hot assets". Overview of the Section 754 election for optional basis adjustments triggering Section 743 and Section 734.
Strategic CFO – Developing Strategy and the Why WEBCAST
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Your Desk
2.0 Credits
What strategy really means and who is involved in developing it. Common reasons strategic plans fail and how to avoid them. Cost leadership, differentiation, and niche strategies. Using metrics, KPIs, and the Balanced Scorecard to measure success. The role of non-financial drivers in financial performance. Benchmarking and competitive analysis. Aligning mission, culture, and strategy. Case discussions on strategy execution and performance measurement.
Comprehensive Accounting and Financial Reporting Update WEBINAR
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Your Desk
4.0 Credits
CECL for nonfinancial institutions. Accounting for Paycheck Protection Program loans. Accounting for web-hosting services. Revenue recognition. Leases. FASB projects in progress.
Making Effective Decisions When You Can’t Get Everything You Want WEBCAST
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Your Desk
2.0 Credits
Decision-making fundamentals. Cost-volume-profit refresher. Optimization analysis. Constraint mitigation strategies. Coping with incomplete information. Solver and other Excel capabilities. Qualitative considerations.
A Fox in the Henhouse/Courthouse WEBCAST
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Your Desk
1.0 Credits
Internal controls. Fraud prevention. Fraud investigation.
Staff Retention Keep the Best People WEBCAST
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Your Desk
3.0 Credits
Remote workforce. Employee retention. Staff turnover.
IFRS vs. US GAAP - Major Accounting Differences WEBCAST
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Your Desk
2.0 Credits
Explore major differences in the design and structure of IFRS vs. U.S. GAAP. Discover significant differences in financial statement presentation and disclosure principles. Recognize significant differences in initial recognition and subsequent measurement standards.
A Practitioner’s Guide to IRAs and Qualified Retirement Plans WEBCAST
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Your Desk
8.0 Credits
Traditional and Roth IRAs. SEP and SIMPLE IRAs. Qualified plans. 401(k) plans. Retirement plan selection. Minimum distribution rules. Tax implications. Retirement planning strategies.
Estate Planning for Today and Beyond WEBCAST
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Your Desk
8.0 Credits
Analysis of upcoming trends and anticipated shifts in estate planning practices. Review of legislative updates affecting estate planning strategies. Advanced techniques for minimizing estate taxes and maximizing wealth transfer efficiency. Integration of digital assets and technology into estate planning frameworks. Consideration of unique challenges presented by blended families, same-sex marriages, and non-traditional relationships.
How AI Fits into the Accounting World WEBCAST
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Your Desk
2.0 Credits
An overview of AI constructs. How artificial intelligence is being used by accountants today. Accounting-centric AI developments on the horizon.
Power Skills: Professionalism and Client Interactions WEBINAR
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Your Desk
2.0 Credits
Best practices when communicating with the client. Complicated scenarios for practice.
Revenue Recognition - Topic 606 Disclosures WEBCAST
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Your Desk
1.2 Credits
Revenue recognition. Accounting.
Peeking Behind the Curtain: Exploring IRS Audit Technique Guides WEBCAST
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Your Desk
2.0 Credits
Overview of ATGs. Best practices for utilizing ATGs. Salient provisions of selected ATGs. Insights auditors may obtain from analytical procedures. Nuances associated with selected industries.
Accounting and Auditing for Cryptocurrency WEBCAST
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Your Desk
2.0 Credits
Accounting and auditing issues related to cryptocurrency. ASU 2023-08 and related FASB developments. FASB discussions, Invitation to Comment, and research agenda updates. Case study application of cryptocurrency accounting guidance. Accounting for cryptocurrency transactions and balances. Audit considerations for cryptocurrency engagements.
AI Prompt Engineering Masterclass for Accountants WEBINAR
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Your Desk
2.0 Credits
Introduction to prompt engineering. Understanding AI's "lazy" defaults. Multi-layered prompting. Candid and contrarian responses. Ripple effect and cobra effect. Avoid stupidity checklist. Role-based perspective prompts. Automation ideas. Emotion-driven prompting. Practical applications in accounting.