WICPA CPE & Special Event Catalog
HR Investigations: Episode 3: Gathering-Analyzing-Reporting
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Online
1.00 Credits
Member Price: $39
Human Resources professionals are often tasked with investigating allegations of employee misconduct, discrimination and others. Investigation training is traditionally presented from the position of an outsider looking in, such as a governmental agency, law firm, or private investigator. HR investigations require similar skills, but the environment and the approach are quite different. This session provides best practices for gathering and analyzing evidence and reporting the investigation results. Attendees will end the session with takeaways to immediately implement in future HR investigations. Three of three Episodes in the series.
Avoiding Legal Liability & Peer Review Deficiencies in Nonaudit Services, Including Bookkeeping & Preparing Financial Statements
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Online
4.00 Credits
Member Price: $129
The majority of peer review deficiencies and malpractice claims result from nonaudit services. This course will provide best practices for avoiding legal liability and quality control concerns.
A New Productivity for the New World. Goal Achievement for the 21st Century, A Whole Brain Approach
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Online
1.00 Credits
Member Price: $39
Most productivity planners could have been made in 1975. However, we have learned more about the brain in the last 5 years than in the last 500! If productivity involves filtering out distractions, focusing and executing on what is most important, shouldn't there be a brain-based approach that incorporates the new science to help your organization fight distractions and find time? Yes, there should be and now there is! It is time for a new productivity for the new world. In this course, you will learn science-based whole brain approach to help people across your organization boost focus, energy and motivation toward what matters most so they can increase their opportunity to achieve your organizations most important goals.
Generation Intelligence: Navigating the Generational Divide
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Online
1.00 Credits
Member Price: $39
Unlock the power of multigenerational teams to future-proof your firm. Today's workplace is more generationally diverse than ever-spanning five, soon to be six, distinct generations. And while this mix can create miscommunication and friction, it also holds untapped potential for innovation, connection and resilience. This dynamic course helps professionals in accounting, law, banking, insurance and financial services understand and harness generational dynamics. You'll explore how shared formative experiences shape values, communication styles and expectations at work-from the frugality of the World War II generation to the digital fluency of Gen Z and the up-and-coming Generation Alpha. Rather than getting stuck in generational stereotypes, you'll learn to lead, collaborate and connect more effectively across ages. With insights drawn from workplace psychology, sociological research and real-world examples, this course equips you with practical tools to bridge the gap-so you can build stronger client relationships, more collaborative teams and a culture people want to stay in.
Preparation, Compilation & Review Engagements
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Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $79
This course is an introduction to preparation, compilation, & review engagements. During this course, we will compare and contrast these different engagements by reviewing the procedures that should be performed, different reports, as well as the level of assurance specific to each type of engagement.
Business Case for Designing an Experience-Led Organization
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Online
3.00 Credits
Member Price: $175
This course educates business leaders on the changing market conditions of our Experience Economy, where experience-led brands have begun to dominate.
An Exceptional Leader C.A.R.E.S.
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Online
1.00 Credits
Member Price: $39
This session will teach leadership principles to transform a workplace into a healthy & supportive environment. By improving organizational culture, mental health conditions will improve, & burnout potential is minimized. An unhealthy workplace results in failure to attract and retain top talent. Leaders can be instruments of change. The C.A.R.E.S. approach offers leadership principles that will improve your workplace. Symptoms are hidden at work. Your employees are hurting and you can help. If you care for your people from the bottom of your heart, you will be amazed at what it does to your bottom line.
Ethical Standards in Tax Practice: Circular 230 & Compliance
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Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $79
This instructor-led course offers an in-depth analysis of ethical challenges that tax professionals face, focusing on the provisions of Circular 230 and how they apply to real- world scenarios. Through the discussion of key issues such as conflicts of interest, confidentiality, diligence, contingent fees and the handling of amended returns, participants will learn how to apply ethical principles in their practice while maintaining professional standards. Participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of how to handle ethical dilemmas, manage client pressures and ensure compliance with regulatory expectations, all while safeguarding their professional integrity. *Please Note: If you need credit reported to the IRS for this IRS approved program, please download the IRS CE request form on the Handouts Tab and submit to kori.herrera@acpen.com
Managing Your Money in Retirement
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Online
3.00 Credits
Member Price: $99
You spent your life building retirement savings. Now you want to make sure your savings last the rest of your life and perhaps pass some on to the next generation. Come hear a veteran financial educator talk about money management and planning issues for this phase of your life.
Deep Dive into Common Auditing Deficiencies
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Online
4.00 Credits
Member Price: $129
This course will review common deficiencies identified by the AICPA and state boards of accountancy. It features discussion on a variety of topics, including analytical procedures, sampling, group audits and risk assessment. We will review the areas of concern and how you can overcome them by employing best practices.
CFO Series: Advanced Financial Analysis: Use the Right Tools
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Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $89
Humans are hard-wired to fear uncertainty, but we can learn from the ambiguity that is common today. The upside of uncertainty is that it is the gateway to new possibilities, including new tools. The analytical tools we currently use were designed for the physical world, but today we live in a data-driven digital world, especially for those in the service economy. What are the best tools to deal with unknowns and ambiguity in today's environment? We will show you how to use the right tools in the proper manner.
Staff Retention Keep the Best People
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Online
3.00 Credits
Member Price: $99
The COVID pandemic changed the way many people worked, yet others have had remote teams for decades and little changed. Many organizations trying to bring people back to the office have experienced significant turnover. Some practices have changed forever while some principles will always remain the same. Keeping your people happy equals keeping your best people. Learn the changes you should make now and the things you should do forever!
360 Budgeting: A Holistic Approach to Process & Solutions
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Online
8.00 Credits
Member Price: $245
The budgeting process can be a time consuming and frustrating process for accountants. The constraints and pressures can lead to poor decisions in both the technical and human components. This series will offer solutions to the budgeting woes from both the big picture and in the details. Budget Mastery: Process, Problems and Solutions The budgeting process can be a mundane one for accountants. Let's be realistic and agree that even the word "budget" does not bring excitement to you and your departmental colleagues. The constraints and pressures can lead to poor decisions in both the technical and human components. This session is the first part of a four part series and will cover the big picture of keeping the process fresh, pragmatic and useful. We discuss these keys in an engaging manner by discussing both our flaws and strengths, including how to build on these characteristics towards an enjoyable solutions-based method that should deliver effective results for your organization. Budget Mastery: Walkthroughs and Real World Calculations Towards Tying Budgets to Value This session takes a unique review of the fundamental budget issues faced by all and walks through a detailed modeling process intended to generate discussion and best practices to improve your organization's financial modeling. From the beginning of the accounting process: `the chart of accounts' to the end of the process: `the valuation of the company', the budgeting cycle via a live case model to learn best practices common to successful companies. This course stands on its own but is part two of a four part budget mastery series. Budget Mastery: The Human Side of Budgeting-Navigating People's issues with 360 Insight You have a fantastic budget, but certain players are not pleased. Financial plans have a technical component and human component. We can resolve some of our budget issues by exploring the process' human aspect. Understanding what makes you and others operate can enhance your understanding of the entire organization and build upon the respect and influence needed to navigate and lead the budgeting cycle. This session includes a case study that measures an individual's personality type and then explores how to use our strengths and weaknesses to create a better budget process and quite frankly maybe a better you. This is a great and fun course on its own, but is also part three of a four part series on budget mastery. Budget Mastery: From Numbers to Narrative: Effectively Presenting Your Budget and Reporting Perhaps the most important element of the budget process is its communication. If management does not understand the budget: there is an issue. Knowing the right ways to communicate at all levels is essential to stakeholders laying an ownership claim to successful budgets. This session reveals several key guidelines in successful budget presentations and will identify key problems in how people often communicate financial plans. Presenting your budget and reporting is the final part of a four part series, but can easily stand on its own course that is intended to be fun, enjoyable and educational.
Fundamentals of the 1040 for Junior Staff
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Online
8.00 Credits
Member Price: $245
This course provides junior tax professionals with a strong foundation in individual tax preparation for the 2025 tax year, focusing on Form 1040 and key schedules. Participants will gain step-by-step guidance on filing requirements, income reporting, deductions, tax credits and compliance standards under Circular 230. Emphasizing preparer due diligence and ethical responsibilities, the course also covers recent tax law updates, including potential changes from the expiration of TCJA provisions. It introduces essential forms such as Schedule C, Schedule E, Form 7203 and Form 7217 to ensure participants understand business income, rental income and shareholder reporting. By the end, junior staff will be equipped to prepare individual tax returns accurately and maintain IRS compliance. *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
Promoting Mental Health in the Workplace to Prevent Violence
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Online
1.00 Credits
Member Price: $39
Employees, now more than ever, are experiencing stress, anxiety and other mental health challenges and all of those come with them each day to the workplace. In order to ensure the safety and security of their workplace, employers need to address these issues and support their employees. Join us to discuss the challenges to providing mental health support to employees, the potential risks of deprioritizing mental health and tangible actions employers can take to support the mental health of their work group. The cost of providing mental health resources and support pales in comparison to the cost of NOT providing it. Make a plan. Be ProActive.
Emotional Intelligence for Professionals: Mastering the Human Side of Success
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Online
1.00 Credits
Member Price: $39
Technical expertise may get you in the door-but emotional intelligence (EQ) is what builds trust, earns loyalty and sustains lasting success. For CPAs, attorneys, financial professionals, bankers and insurance agents, your ability to navigate emotions-your own and others'-is often the difference between a good client interaction and a great one, between a team that functions and a team that thrives. This interactive course goes beyond theory and dives into real-world application. You'll uncover what emotional intelligence really is, why it matters more than ever in today's professional world and how to strengthen your EQ to improve performance, strengthen relationships and manage stress with confidence. You'll walk away with tools you can use immediately to transform how you lead meetings, manage conflict, build client trust and drive results-while also enriching your personal life. Whether you're looking to become a better leader, communicate with more clarity, or create meaningful client connections, this course gives you the insight and strategies to make it happen.
Combatting Sexual Harassment in the Workplace
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Online
1.00 Credits
Member Price: $39
This presentation will review what sex harassment is under the law, company compliance obligations and describe how promoting a positive company culture can prevent sexual harassment in the workplace.
Drive Results With Metrics
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Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $79
Many organizations struggle to keep budgets current in an ever-changing business climate. Twenty-first century performance metrics focus on determining what budgets should be rather than what they were in the past. Using performance metrics effectively reduces work, reduces politics, provides flexibility and substantially improves the performance management process. This session will show you powerful techniques to drive your organization's performance.
The Controllership Series: The Future Role of the Controller Part I
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Online
1.50 Credits
Member Price: $59
This is a two-part series that discuss new trends and concepts the financial controller should begin to execute in order to truly become a valued member of the senior leadership team. The rapid pace of the evolving technological landscape has promoted changes in how accountants and financial professionals focus attention on strategy and modernize their roles to leverage digital technology. There is increased demand for enhancing flexibility into finance cycles and initiating real-time reporting and insights. These are the core attributes that will assist in transforming the work that controllership function performs. Is the financial controllership prepared to meet future business demands? The IMAr (Institute of Management Accountants) and Deloitte's Center for Controllership aimed to better understand the current state of controllership and expectations of future demands for controllers and accounting professionals. They conducted a survey in late 2022 and identified several trends. The survey takes a look at how prepared controllership is to meet future business demands. It also highlights some insights for leaders to consider that may increase their preparedness. It also identified areas of additional insight and questions to answer on the controllership transformation journey. In this segment one, we go through numerous concepts in detail and the remaining concepts will be covered in segment two.
All About Fraud: Examples, Prevention & Auditing
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Online
4.00 Credits
Member Price: $129
Fraud is constantly in the news. Whether it's employee retention credit mills, FTX, or the City of Dixon, it appears that fraud is everywhere. We'll start this session with a review of the common fraud schemes as identified in the 2024 Report to the Nations. We'll also review the commonalities of fraudsters. We'll then look at methods of prevention. We'll close with a look at the auditor's responsibility for the consideration of fraud in AU-C 240.
