WICPA CPE & Special Event Catalog
Passive Activities & Rental Real Estate Income Tax Issues
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Online
8.00 Credits
Member Price: $300
This comprehensive training is designed to get the accountant up to speed quickly with the complex passive activity loss (PAL) rules that apply to certain investments in trades or businesses & rental activities. The cornerstone of the course is the in-depth coverage of the detailed tax law & regulations applicable to passive activities under IRC 469 & how & when the 3.8% net investment income tax under 1411 applies. 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 & submit to terri.storer@acpen.com
Grow Your Business From Within: Striking the Right Balance Between a CPA Firm's Financial, People & Client Success
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Online
8.00 Credits
Member Price: $250
There are multiple tangible & intangible factors that can drive a CPA Firm's long-term success. Specifically, public accountants must place a priority on being both efficient & value-added business advisors when performing audit & other services. This course provides proven tips & techniques for ensuring your firm has the capacity to grow & expand your "business" From within in a healthy way, considering how to improve in three key areas: financial success, satisfaction of people & outstanding client service.
ACPEN Signature 2026: Annual Tax Update
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Online
8.00 Credits
Member Price: $250
For practitioners, it's a challenge to stay current or ahead of the curve! Change in the tax law is a virtual certainty & keeping up to date is always difficult. Congress most recently enacted the 2025 One Big Beautiful Bill Act & is actively working on further tax legislation. The IRS has issued & will continue to issue many forms of guidance-- including regulations, notices & revenue rulings-- on the provisions contained in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act. The courts continue to issue decisions of major significance in the tax area. This ACPEN course will include a panel of nationally recognized tax experts reviewing the latest legislative, regulatory & judicial developments affecting individuals, corporations, partnerships & other business entities. They will also give the latest updates on the legislative process & try to project future developments! 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 & submit to terri.storer@acpen.com
How Changes in Business Methods Affects Internal Control
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Online
8.00 Credits
Member Price: $239
New Technology, the move toward telecommuting, the widespread adoption of electronic documentation and a wide range of other factors have significantly and forever changed the way business is conducted. It should go without saying that changes in tools and methods lead to upheaval in any organizations internal control system. In this session, we look at all the changes that are occurring and discuss what's coming in the not too distant future. The material then looks at how internal controls have been affected and what other updates are on the horizon. Anyone trying to use controls to keep their organization efficient and secure should consider this session because the rate of change to both operational methods and control processes has been and will continue to be incredible. This event may be a rebroadcast of a live event and the instructor will be available to answer your questions during the event.
Strategic CFO Series: Big Picture Skills
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Online
8.00 Credits
Member Price: $250
Strategic CFO is a four-part series that answers the "why" & "direction" our companies take & our role in thinking about this big picture to infuse into our everyday lives. Strategic CFO: Strategic Financial Communications Financial professionals are expected to do more than report numbers-they must explain them in ways others understand & trust. This session focuses on improving financial communication by addressing financial literacy gaps, simplifying complex accounting concepts & building compelling narratives around data. Participants will learn how to use stories, visuals & language effectively to communicate strategy, performance & risk. Through examples & interactive discussion, this session helps CPAs & CFOs become clearer, more confident communicators in both live & virtual environments. Also, some video clips will be used to add to the learning materials & research. Don't worry, they are pretty entertaining. Strategic CFO: Strategic Cash Management Cash is the lifeblood of every organization, yet many leaders struggle to explain, manage & plan for it effectively. This session focuses on strategic cash management, capital structure decisions & 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 & equity decisions & communicate cash flow concepts to non-financial stakeholders. The session emphasizes practical frameworks, real-world examples & modeling approaches that support better cash decisions. A few negotiation videos will be displayed to bring humor & effectiveness to the key points. Strategic CFO: Strategic Risk Management Risk management is no longer a compliance exercise-it is a core strategic responsibility of today's CFO & CPA. This session demystifies Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) by walking through the COSO framework in clear, practical terms. Participants will learn how risk integrates with strategy & performance, how organizations identify & assess risk & how leaders respond to uncertainty in a disciplined way. Using examples, polling & case discussions, this session equips financial professionals to communicate risk effectively & help organizations protect & create value. Some funny video clips will be used to focus on the learning material. Strategic CFO: Developing Strategy & the Why Effective CFOs & CPAs play a critical role in shaping & executing organizational strategy. This session focuses on how strategy is developed, why many strategic plans fail & how finance leaders can help organizations create focus in an increasingly complex & fast-changing environment. Participants will explore competitive advantage, the use of financial & non-financial metrics & the importance of aligning strategy with mission, culture & resources. Through discussion & real-world case examples, attendees will gain practical tools to evaluate, measure & support successful strategies across for-profit & nonprofit organizations. Use of some video reels will add levity to some of the key points.
Surgent's Partnership & LLC Core Tax Issues From Formation Through Liquidation
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Online
8.00 Credits
Member Price: $279
As staff members gain more experience, they are expected to take on more complex assignments with minimal supervision. This course is designed to be a stepping stone for staff interested in pursuing more advanced partnership and LLC issues than mere preparation. The material provides a deep life-cycle study into critical areas of formation, special allocations of income and deductions, basis calculations and implications of recourse and nonrecourse debt, basis step-up under §754 on transfers of ownership interest, distributions, self-employment tax issues and termination and liquidations of an LLC. With a blend of legal and tax ramifications regarding LLC-specific issues, this course identifies all the major areas that are potential sources of increased complexity.
Money Laundering Awareness for Accountants
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Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $89
The course provides general information on how to identify money laundering activities during the conduct of normal tax audits. Discover key resources and tools available for effective detection and deterrence. Explore the impact of money laundering on ethical decision-making and how examiners and auditors can assist criminal investigators in countering money laundering. This event may be a rebroadcast of a live event and the instructor will be available to answer your questions during the event.Note: This course qualifies to count toward the WICPA membership Ethics CPE requirement.
Internal Controls for Small & Medium-Sized Entities
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Online
1.00 Credits
Member Price: $39
This session explores the importance of internal controls with an emphasis on best practices for small- & medium-sized entities. We will examine the roles of both preventive & detective controls & practical, cost-effective suggestions for implementing effective internal controls will be addressed.
What If Your Client Didn't Take Reasonable Compensation
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Online
1.00 Credits
Member Price: $55
Are you a new advisor handling S Corp clients, or perhaps a seasoned professional facing this common scenario: "My S Corp client didn't take reasonable compensation last year. Now what?" Knowing that reasonable compensation isn't just a tax obligation, but a strategic financial decision, you need to be armed with expert knowledge to help your client navigate this situation. Join us to discuss IRS regulations, understand preventive measures and address challenges within the year. This event may be a rebroadcast of a live event and the instructor will be available to answer your questions during the event.
Leading Risk Management Practices in a Dynamic Risk Environment: Part II
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Online
1.20 Credits
Member Price: $39
In Session One we evaluated: Examine Governance Organizational Framework (Strategy & Risk), Determine how to identify risks, Understand how to Assess Risk: Risk Assessment impact & likelihood, Steps towards performing a comprehensive Risk Assessment & Prioritization. This session goes deeper into the process of risk management & risk assessment. This session also includes a case scenario for evaluating risk management risks.
Mastering the Excel Lookup Functions
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Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $89
In today's data-driven world, Microsoft Excel has become an essential tool for professionals in any organization. To harness the full potential of Excel, it is crucial to understand and master its lookup functions. This course is designed to equip participants with the knowledge and skills needed to effectively utilize Excel's lookup functions and enhance their data analysis capabilities. Throughout this comprehensive course, participants will dive deep into the world of lookup functions and gain experience through practical exercises and real-world scenarios. Whether you're a seasoned Excel user looking to fine-tune your skills or a beginner eager to unlock Excel's full potential, this course is tailored to meet your learning needs. This event may be a rebroadcast of a live event and the instructor will be available to answer your questions during the event.
Clarifying Risk Assessment - SAS 145 & Beyond 26-27
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Online
4.00 Credits
Member Price: $175
This course is designed to refresh your understanding of the critical importance of risk assessment in the audit practice. We'll briefly discuss the impact of AICPA's Clarity Project for audits and the need to update firm processes to incorporate the risk assessment standards. Participants may alternatively need to fine-tune an implementation of the risk assessment standards. These standards are designed to eliminate the connect-the-dots methodology of checklist auditing and add critical thinking back into the audit process. They remain a problem area for many firms, resulting in engagement and peer review deficiencies. This course has been updated to include a more in-depth discussion of SAS No. 145, Understanding the Entity and Its Environment and Assessing the Risks of Material Misstatement. We will break down this complex and misunderstood subject with an easy-to-understand approach.
Pass-Through & Corporate Annual Tax Update
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Online
3.50 Credits
Member Price: $125
An overview of the latest tax developments affecting corporations and pass-through entities. The world of business taxation is ever-changing. This engaging course delves into the most salient tax matters affecting businesses. All-new course materials focus the discussion on tax updates from the past year, including regulatory updates related to H.R. 1, commonly referred to as OBBBA. Latest tax legislation, court rulings and IRS pronouncements related to corporations and pass-through entities Practical tips for return preparation Latest developments for businesses Unique insights into new planning strategies Latest developments on accounting methods and foreign tax issues The course also focuses heavily on interpreting important proposed and final regulations affecting businesses. Course materials provide in-depth analyses that practitioners can apply when serving their clients. Topics include: Inflation adjustments Bonus depreciation limits Research and experimentation expenditures Pass-through losses Inadvertent S election terminations
A&A Update for Closely Held Businesses 26-27
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Online
6.00 Credits
Member Price: $259
This course is designed for the accounting and auditing professional who provides attestation services to closely held businesses. The course reviews recent standard-setting activities of the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) and the AICPA, specifically focusing on those standards having the most significant impact on closely held non-public business entities. The course also discusses adopting the latest audit standards, including the new audit risk assessment requirements.
CalCPA Express Federal Tax Update January 2027
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Online
8.00 Credits
Member Price: $329
Fast, focused, and essential. Get the federal tax updates you need for filing season in one efficient course. With the increasing complexity and ever-changing nature of tax laws and issues, today's accountant needs a one-day fast-paced update course focusing on the hottest Federal income tax topics affecting individuals, businesses and their owners with an emphasis of newly enacted income tax legislation. This fast-paced session is a comprehensive review of newly enacted income tax legislation, issuance of income tax regulations, court cases, IRS notices, revenue procedures and private letter rulings affecting individuals and businesses. Each participant will receive a comprehensive manual with the hottest tax topics including Pat Garverick's Quick Reference Chart.
Federal Tax Update: Individual Form 1040 26-27
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Online
8.00 Credits
Member Price: $329
This course is a comprehensive overview of critical Federal tax law updates resulting from changes to current laws, regulations and court cases impacting individual taxation. We will also review recent modifications to tax forms, small business tax law and administrative updates, retirement plan changes and tax practice and procedures.
Preparation, Compilations & Reviews--A Practical Workshop 26-27
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Online
8.00 Credits
Member Price: $329
Participants will go over the changes on preparation, compilation and review engagements using SSARS rules, followed by a general overview of how to perform these services. This interactive workshop is designed for practitioners in small and medium-sized CPA firms and will include a lecture with generous time for questions and case studies.
Strategy, Risk & Finance: Why We Do What We Do 26-27
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Online
8.00 Credits
Member Price: $329
This seminar will help participants define their organization's strategy and particularly their sustainable competitive advantage by helping them understand their organization's unique value proposition. It will also help you and your organization understand how decisions are made and help improve the quality of the decisions required to execute their strategy. Finally, it will help identify and hopefully mitigate risks to the execution of their organization's strategy. We will also look at ways to find your company's unique value proposition and to measure your success at creating a sustainable competitive advantage.
Surgent's Tax Forms Boot Camp: LLCs, Partnerships & S Corporations
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Online
8.00 Credits
Member Price: $279
The course provides a comprehensive, hands-on, pencil pushing understanding of the preparation of both S corporation and partnership/LLC tax returns, along with the underlying laws, regulations, etc. The course uses the basic concepts underlying the two main types of business returns: 1120S and 1065 as building blocks for more complex concepts tax preparers should be aware of. The theoretical concepts get illustrated in comprehensive examples that incorporate the most up-to-date law changes and provisions.
Introduction to Governmental Budgeting
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Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $89
The introduction to governmental budgeting course is an overview of the typical timeline and process a government uses when creating their annual budget. Topics covered include the basics of governmental budgeting, establishing priorities for the budget, the common steps and timeline of the budget process, what, when and how we should be monitoring the budget throughout the year and how long-term budgets fit in with the annual budget process. This event may be a rebroadcast of a live event and the instructor will be available to answer your questions during the event.
