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K2’s Small Business Internal Controls, Security, and Fraud Prevention and Detection

Friday, May 14   12:00pm - 8:00pm

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8.00 Credits

Member Price $250.00

Non-Member Price $300.00

Overview

In today's fast-paced business environment, internal controls are more crucial than ever, especially for small organizations. However, many small businesses face significant challenges in implementing effective internal control structures. Our comprehensive program is designed to help you evaluate, develop, and implement a robust internal control system tailored to the unique needs of small businesses.

Join us to learn how to assess risks and implement preventive, detective, deterrent, and compensating controls to mitigate these risks, even in the absence of proper segregation of duties. Our program also covers technology-focused techniques for preventing and detecting fraud, securing information systems, and protecting sensitive data.

Don't let the complexities of internal controls overwhelm you. Our expert-led sessions will provide you with the insights and tools necessary to design, implement, and monitor effective internal controls, security measures, and anti-fraud strategies. Ensure your small business is safeguarded against risks and positioned for success.

Objectives

  • Identify examples of internal control fundamentals, including definitions and concepts, types of internal control activities, and the need for internal controls
  • Differentiate between common small business control deficiencies and issues, including concentration of ownership and inadequate segregation of duties, and list five key risk areas for small businesses
  • Identify the common types of fraud schemes occurring in small businesses and implement internal control measures to reduce the threat of becoming a victim
  • Distinguish the objectives and common deficiencies of small business accounting systems
  • Identify the purpose of general controls and list examples of typical control techniques in small businesses
  • Use technology tools to prevent and detect occupational fraud
  • Compare opportunities to enhance security over information systems and sensitive data

Highlights

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

Designed For

Business professionals responsible for internal control and fraud prevention, and detection

Prerequisites

 Basic understanding of internal controls, along with accounting and administrative processes in smaller organizations

Preparation

None

Notice

Your webinar can be accessed via https://ctcpas.acpen.com/. If you do not have an ACPEN account, please sign up for an account using the email address you have on file with CTCPA.

Leader(s):

Leader Bios

Thomas Stephens Jr., CPA.CITP, CGMA, Shareholder, K2 Enterprises, LLC

Tommy Stephens received a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration degree (Major in Accounting) from Auburn University in 1985. In 1992, he earned a Master of Science degree (Major in Finance) from Georgia State University in Atlanta. Presently, Tommy is a Certified Public Accountant, a Certified Information Technology Professional, and a Chartered Global Management Accountant.

During his professional career, Tommy has gained valuable experience in a variety of positions, including:

• Working as an auditor and technology consultant for an Atlanta-based public accounting firm; • Leading an Internal Audit staff and managing a Cost Accounting team for a Fortune 500 company; • Serving as a Chief Financial Officer for an international engineering organization; and • Founding and managing his public accounting firm that provides accounting, tax, and consulting services to individuals and a variety of small and emerging businesses.

In 1995, Tommy began authoring and presenting continuing professional education courses to accounting and finance professionals. In 2003, he affiliated with K2 Enterprises, and in 2007, he joined the firm as a partner. Over the past twenty-seven years, Tommy has presented over 2,900 educational sessions to over 73,000 participants throughout the United States and Canada.

Tommy maintains professional memberships with the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants and the Georgia Society of Certified Public Accountants. Additionally, he is a past member of the Institute of Internal Auditors.

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Non-Member Price $300.00

Member Price $250.00