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Leading for Well-Being: Building Resilient Teams and Thriving Workplaces
Tuesday, May 25 11:00am - 2:15pm
Online
3.50 Credits
Member Price: $129
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Leaders set the tone for workplace well-being. This program will equip leaders with the tools to build resilient teams. Creating a culture of mental wellness allows employees to feel safe, valued and heard. This will improve productivity, reduce burnout and absenteeism and ultimately, create a workplace where employees can thrive. Leaders will also learn the importance of nurturing their own self-care to prevent burnout for themselves in order to be the best leader possible.
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The Controllership Series: The Controller's Role in Artificial Intelligence
Tuesday, May 25 12:00pm - 1:14pm
Online
1.40 Credits
Member Price: $39
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Here's a more detailed look at the controller's role in AI: 1. Data Integrity and Quality: • Controllers are responsible for ensuring the quality and integrity of data used to train and inform AI models. • They work to establish data governance frameworks, implement data quality initiatives, and ensure data lineage (tracking data from source to downstream systems). 2. Risk Management: • Controllers assess potential risks associated with AI implementation, including inaccuracies, vulnerabilities, and ethical considerations. • They help define and implement risk management frameworks for AI, ensuring that AI systems are used responsibly and ethically. 3. Compliance: • Controllers stay informed about relevant regulations and ensure AI systems are compliant with those regulations. • They monitor AI systems to ensure they are not violating any laws or policies. 4. Transparency and Auditability: • Controllers work to ensure that AI decisions are transparent and auditable. • They establish processes to review AI decisions and identify potential biases or errors. 5. Collaboration and Training: • Controllers work with IT and business teams to understand AI's capabilities and limitations. • They provide training to teams on how to use and manage AI tools effectively. 6. Value Creation: • Controllers can leverage AI to identify areas for automation, improve efficiency, and gain real-time insights into financial operations. • They can use AI to make more informed decisions and create more strategic recommendations for action. 7. Emerging Role: • The role of the controller is evolving with the rise of AI, with controllers becoming more hands-on throughout the implementation process. • They are increasingly seen as catalysts for AI-enabled transformation, helping to identify potential use cases and build confidence in the technology This course will explore many of these topics.
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Deep Dive into Quality Management
Tuesday, May 25 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $89
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Quality management represents a significant shift in how CPA firms design, implement, and evaluate audit and attestation quality. This course provides a focused, practical deep dive into the quality management standards and related engagement-level requirements that firms are now operating under. The course covers SQMS 1 and SQMS 2, along with related engagement-level standards, including SAS 146, SAS 145, SSARS 26, and SSAE 23. Emphasis is placed on post-implementation responsibilities, including evaluating the effectiveness of quality management systems and addressing monitoring and remediation requirements. Participants will also examine engagement-level quality management responsibilities, including the auditor’s responsibilities under SAS 146 and the engagement partner's responsibilities in SSARS engagements. The course is designed to help firms navigate the second phase of implementation, moving beyond design and rollout to ongoing evaluation, monitoring, and continuous improvement.
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The Role of Internal Audit in Enterprise-Wide Risk Management
Tuesday, May 25 12:00pm - 3:37pm
Online
4.00 Credits
Member Price: $149
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Those charged with governance, with the assistance of internal audit, are responsible for overseeing the strategic direction of the organization, and ensuring value is delivered to the entity's stakeholders. This course will provide guidance on fulfilling the responsibility for challenging how much risk and uncertainty to accept through the application of COSO's Enterprise Risk Management Framework.
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Prevention and Detection of Fraud in Small Businesses
Tuesday, May 25 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Online
4.00 Credits
Member Price: $149
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As a small business owner, would you be interested if I could tell you how to increase your profit each year by an average of 5%? If you were a practicing CPA, do you think your small business clients would be interested if you could tell them how to increase their profits by an average of 5% each year? That is the amount of revenue lost to fraud as reported by the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners’ (ACFE) in their 2024 Report to the Nations on Occupational Fraud. It is no secret as to how to prevent fraud from occurring. But we must first convince the small business owner that fraud is occurring in their organization. During this presentation we will discuss the many ways fraud can occur; how fraud occurs; who commits fraud; how to recognize the indicators of fraud; what to do if you suspect fraud; and lastly, how to prevent fraud from occurring in the first place. Most small businesses owners are very reluctant to admit that fraud might occur in their business because they know and trust their employees. Know this: Under the right circumstances (which we will discuss) most individuals will steal, and I will prove it. If you view this program, chances are as a small business owner, you will never look at your operation the same way. As an auditor, chances are you will never conduct an audit of a small business the same way.
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The Role of Internal Audit in Operational Audits
Tuesday, May 25 1:00pm - 2:47pm
Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $89
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An operational audit is a method of examining how an organization conducts business. It identifies areas where an entity can improve to be more effective and efficient. This course will focus on how to plan and perform operational audits, as well as delivering value-added recommendations as a result.
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K2’s Microsoft Power Tools
Tuesday, May 25 1:00pm - 2:48pm
Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $89
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Unlock the full potential of your Microsoft 365 subscription with our exclusive session on Microsoft's Power Tools! Discover the incredible capabilities of Power BI, Power Query, Power Pivot, and Power Automate, and learn how these tools can revolutionize your productivity and efficiency. Many professionals are unaware that they already have access to these powerful tools, leading to missed opportunities and suboptimal performance. Don't let this be you! Participate in this session to explore the practical applications of these tools and elevate your productivity and internal control structure to new heights
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Strategic CFO – Strategic Cash Management
Tuesday, May 25 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $89
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Cash is the lifeblood of every organization, yet many leaders struggle to explain, manage, and plan for it effectively. This session focuses on strategic cash management, capital structure decisions, and financing options available to organizations at different stages of growth. Participants will explore how CFOs balance today's cash needs with long-term strategy, evaluate debt and equity decisions, and communicate cash flow concepts to non-financial stakeholders. The session emphasizes practical frameworks, real-world examples, and modeling approaches that support better cash decisions. A few negotiation videos will be displayed to bring humor and effectiveness to the key points.
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Humanize Automation: Frameworks for Understanding AI and Your Strategy
Tuesday, May 25 2:00pm - 3:05pm
Online
1.20 Credits
Member Price: $39
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By now you've heard of AI, and a lot about Generative AI (ChatGPT, Co-Pilot, etc.). And in experimenting with these tools, you've likely had some success and some disappointment. That's all part of the process! And it's also why we're bringing you this session, so that you can avoid the failures and accelerate the efficiencies. In this session you'll take a journey. From learning an effective method for prompting generative AI tools, to understanding the importance of data organization, to leveraging automations for strategic points in your customer experience, and to the ever-expanding area of building your own AI agents, this session will provide you with frameworks and processes to better understand AI and craft a strategy for your business.
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Revenue Recognition - Allocate the Transaction Price
Tuesday, May 25 2:00pm - 3:38pm
Online
1.80 Credits
Member Price: $79
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The updated revenue recognition standard outlines five steps for proper compliance. At the surface, these steps seem simplistic. However, there are many considerations that should be considered within each step based on your process and industry.
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IFRS Update
Tuesday, May 25 2:00pm - 3:46pm
Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $89
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Companies reporting under International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) continue to face a steady flow of new standards and interpretations. The resulting changes range from significant amendments of fundamental principles to some minor changes from the annual improvements process. The changes will affect different areas of accounting, such as recognition, measurement, presentation and disclosure. It can be time-consuming and confusing to keep up-to-date on the resulting impact on financial statements and disclosures. This course will provide an executive summary of recent IFRS updates with current and upcoming effective dates.
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Taxation of Non-fungible Tokens (NFTs)
Tuesday, May 25 2:00pm - 3:52pm
Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $89
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Non-fungible Tokens (NFTs), unique, identifiable digital assets based on blockchain technologies, have become a fast-growing industry. This course will provide a background on how NFTs came into the mainstream marketplace. These materials will assist the practitioner to understand the tax implications of the creation, purchase and sale of these assets. **Please Note: If you need credit reported to the IRS for this IRS approved program, please download the IRS CE request form on the Course Materials Tab and submit to kori.herrera@acpen.com.
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Introduction to Governmental Accounting
Tuesday, May 25 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $89
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Governmental accounting differs significantly from other forms of accounting and requires a distinct approach to financial reporting. This course introduces the foundational principles of governmental accounting, including fund accounting concepts and the modified accrual basis of accounting. Participants will explore the structure and purpose of governmental fund financial statements and government-wide financial statements, gaining clarity on their objectives, layouts, and key elements. The course also addresses essential topics such as component units, the role and structure of Management's Discussion and Analysis (MD&A), and the preparation and significance of the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR). Designed for those new to governmental accounting—or those seeking a refresher-this course provides a solid foundation for understanding and applying governmental financial reporting principles. The course has been updated to reflect recent guidance issued by the Governmental Accounting Standards Board, including GASB Statements 101-105.
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The Many Faces of Fraud
Tuesday, May 25 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $89
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What does fraud look like? It depends. What may appear to be an indicator of fraud in one client’s operation could be normal in another, making it critical to understand your client and the transactions you expect to see. Look for what should be present but isn’t—and for what is present but shouldn’t be. This course emphasizes the importance of professional skepticism, which has no on/off switch—it must be applied continuously. As auditors, our role is to independently verify, yet too often we rely on client representations without sufficient validation, increasing the risk of missing fraud. Many auditors recognize, in hindsight, that they have encountered fraud indicators but failed to identify them at the time. This session will provide you with the tools to recognize those indicators and strengthen your ability to detect fraud—so you are better prepared for what you may find.
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10 Keys to Outstanding Service and More Referrals
Tuesday, May 25 2:30pm - 6:04pm
Online
4.00 Credits
Member Price: $149
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In a competitive economy, CPA's and their firms need a way to stand out. The best way to do this is to give outstanding service to your clients. In this experiential workshop, you’ll learn skills that lead to dramatic client satisfaction. In addition, you'll learn several specific ways to guarantee you'll get a lot of word of mouth referrals that will lead to a dramatic increase in your number of clients.
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The Role of Internal Audit in SOX Compliance
Tuesday, May 25 3:00pm - 4:48pm
Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $89
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The Sarbanes Oxley Act (SOX) continues to pose challenges with compliance. Companies must continue to evaluate whether they have designed and implemented an adequate system of internal controls over financial reporting (ICFR). This course will address the best practices that ensure an effective and efficient approach to SOX compliance.
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K2’s Office Scripts – The New Macros
Tuesday, May 25 3:00pm - 4:49pm
Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $89
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Discover the power of Office Scripts, the game-changing feature that lets you automate tasks in Excel and other Office applications effortlessly. Unlike VBA, which is limited to Windows, Office Scripts run on any platform and device that supports Office on the web. With its modern and intuitive interface, you can easily create, edit, and share your scripts, all stored securely in the Cloud. Office Scripts seamlessly integrate with Office Online apps and Power Automate, enabling you to streamline processes and boost productivity like never before. Say goodbye to repetitive tasks and hello to efficiency with Office Scripts in Excel and beyond!
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Ethical Leadership: Power, Influence, Integrity, and Trust
Tuesday, May 25 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $89
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Leaders naturally wield power and influence. But, to avoid the temptation of abusing power, leaders must apply ethical behaviors for themselves and others. Words, actions and deeds which demonstrate integrity and trust yield the credibility that make others want to follow ethical leaders. Betraying trust can destroy careers, whole organizations, and lives. This is why trust is a top prerequisite for principled and ethical leadership. Positive (and negative) influence is derived from the credibility trust brings. Ethical leaders who continually work to earn and keep trust reap enormous payback in all aspects of business including superior economic, competitive, and strategic performance.
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Strategic CFO – Strategic Financial Communications
Tuesday, May 25 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $89
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Financial professionals are expected to do more than report numbers-they must explain them in ways others understand and trust. This session focuses on improving financial communication by addressing financial literacy gaps, simplifying complex accounting concepts, and building compelling narratives around data. Participants will learn how to use stories, visuals, and language effectively to communicate strategy, performance, and risk. Through examples and interactive discussion, this session helps CPAs and CFOs become clearer, more confident communicators in both live and virtual environments. Also, some video clips will be used to add to the learning materials and research. Don't worry, they are pretty entertaining.
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Revenue Recognition - Recognize Revenue
Tuesday, May 25 4:00pm - 5:04pm
Online
1.00 Credits
Member Price: $39
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This segment is designed to evaluate Step Five of the new model dealing with recognizing revenue which is the final step in applying the new revenue recognition standard. For performance obligations that are fulfilled at a point in time, revenue is recognized at the fulfillment of the performance obligation. For performance obligations to be satisfied over time, an entity must decide how to appropriately measure the progress and completion of the performance obligation. A performance obligation is satisfied when or as control of the good or service is transferred to the customer. There are several issues companies should consider in applying step 5 of the standard: • Determining if a Performance Obligation is satisfied over time • Identifying indicators of transfer of control of good/services • Utilizing input and output methods to measure progress of revenue recognition • Understanding stand-ready obligations and how to apply discounts