CPE Catalog & Events
Walter Haig's Business Financial Health Checkup
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Online
8.00 Credits
Member Price: $309
This course fills an important need for both financial managers and accountants in the practice of public accounting by offering the tools to help ensure the future success of a business. Practical guidance for the effective use of benchmarking and analytical procedure is also provided. This event may be a rebroadcast of a live event and the instructor will be available to answer your questions during the event.Delivery Method: Individual webcastCPE Credit: AccountingProgram Level: IntermediateThis course is being offered by a 3rd party vendor and will not be accessible on your My CPE page. Webinar access information will be emailed directly to you by CPA Crossings.
Defining Where and Why Internal Controls are Needed
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Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $89
Most organizations have many of the basic controls required to operate in place. However, a notable percentage of these companies do not have important measures that can help enhance security, productivity, and the quality of information available for decision making. In this session, we work to identify areas where important internal control measures are needed. We spend time explaining why these controls should be created, and show in detail some specific controls that would be beneficial if utilized. Those wishing to strengthen an internal control system should strongly consider attending this session. This event may be a rebroadcast of a live event and the instructor will be available to answer your questions during the event.Delivery Method: Individual webcastCPE Credit: AccountingProgram Level: BasicThis course is being offered by a 3rd party vendor and will not be accessible on your My CPE page. Webinar access information will be emailed directly to you by CPA Crossings.
Master the Art of CPA Communication: Boost Your Influence!
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Online
4.00 Credits
Member Price: $149
Discover the communication edge that will take your CPA career to the next level. This comprehensive course empowers CPAs with the tools to enhance clarity, build trust, and drive decisions. Learn to transform complex jargon into actionable insights and develop powerful persuasion techniques that resonate with clients and stakeholders. Join me to sharpen your communication skills and elevate your professional impact. This event may be a rebroadcast of a live event and the instructor will be available to answer your questions during the event.Delivery Method: Individual webcastCPE Credit: Communications & marketing, Personal developmentProgram Level: BasicThis course is being offered by a 3rd party vendor and will not be accessible on your My CPE page. Webinar access information will be emailed directly to you by CPA Crossings.
2025 Annual Update for Governmental Accountants & Auditors
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Online
8.00 Credits
Member Price: $239
This course begins with a look at the GASB standards effective this year, including GASB 100, Accounting Changes and Error Corrections and GASB 101, Compensated Absences. We'll include practical application of the topics in the form of case studies. We'll then switch gears to review the GASB standards coming down the pike, including major projects of the GASB. When considering the audit side of the house, Yellow Book and Single Audit engagements are considered must-select engagements for Peer Review. This course will cover the Yellow Book independence requirements which are required any time an auditor performs a Yellow Book or Single Audit even when the engagement is for a for-profit entity. The session will also cover the changes to the Uniform Guidance. We'll close with a look at the key changes in the 2024 Compliance Supplement and the common deficiencies identified by the federal agencies and peer reviewers. This event may be a rebroadcast of a live event and the instructor will be available to answer your questions during the event. This event may be a rebroadcast of a live event and the instructor will be available to answer your questions during the event.Delivery Method: Individual webcastCPE Credit: Accounting (governmental), Auditing (governmental)Program Level: UpdateThis course is being offered by a 3rd party vendor and will not be accessible on your My CPE page. Webinar access information will be emailed directly to you by CPA Crossings.
AI & Accounting in Manufacturing
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Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $89
This course provides a concise overview of how artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping financial oversight in the global manufacturing sector. With factories evolving into digital ecosystems powered by intelligent automation, predictive analytics, and edge computing, the role of accounting and finance professionals is rapidly transforming. Participants will explore how AI technologies intersect with core financial functions-cost accounting, audit, tax compliance, and financial planning-while enabling real-time reporting, fraud detection, and predictive decision-making. Drawing on current global trends and real-world case studies, the course offers actionable insights into integrating AI into financial operations, elevating the strategic role of accounting in manufacturing enterprises. This event may be a rebroadcast of a live event and the instructor will be available to answer your questions during the event.Delivery Method: Individual webcastCPE Credit: Information technologyProgram Level: OverviewThis course is being offered by a 3rd party vendor and will not be accessible on your My CPE page. Webinar access information will be emailed directly to you by CPA Crossings.
Surgent's Top 20 Questions Advisors Ask About the SECURE Acts and Other IRA Rules
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Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $99
Advisors often ask clarifying questions as they increasingly gain an understanding of new and existing tax laws that govern IRAs. Some provisions see more questions than others due to their complexity, popularity, and level of impact on tax benefits. This course focuses on the top 20 of these questions and on SECURE Act 1.0, SECURE Act 2.0, and other hot topics. This course aims to help the advisor provide clients with the correct responses based on their IRA profiles.Delivery Method: Individual webcastCPE Credit: TaxesProgram Level: BasicThis course is being offered by a 3rd party vendor and will not be accessible on your My CPE page. Webinar access information will be emailed directly to you by Surgent McCoy.
ChatGPT and Advanced Accounting Research
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Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $89
This course provides a concise overview of how artificial intelligence, particularly ChatGPT and other AI tools, is transforming accounting research methodologies and practices. Students will explore the shift from traditional search engine-based research to AI-driven insights, learning how to leverage various AI platforms for enhanced financial analysis, regulatory compliance, and strategic decision-making. The course emphasizes practical applications of AI in accounting contexts while addressing critical considerations such as data verification, ethical usage, and professional judgment. This event may be a rebroadcast of a live event and the instructor will be available to answer your questions during the event.Delivery Method: Individual webcastCPE Credit: Information technologyProgram Level: OverviewThis course is being offered by a 3rd party vendor and will not be accessible on your My CPE page. Webinar access information will be emailed directly to you by CPA Crossings.
Auditing digital assets: Entity's use of a service organization
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Online
1.00 Credits
Member Price: $75
Auditing entities that hold or transact digital assets and use service organizations Although the use of digital assets is rapidly expanding, guidance on how to effectively account for and audit digital assets has not kept pace. This is where the AICPA can help. Based on the AICPA Practice Aid Accounting for and Auditing of Digital Assets, this webcast can help you determine what to do when your client uses a service organization to help transact in, safeguard, or account for its digital assets. You'll discover: How to identify whether a service organization is present, including how to determine the nature of the services provided Key considerations when a service organization provides services related to digital assets, including the role of a SOC report in understanding the control environment The risks, challenges and factors to consider when performing audit procedures when service organizations are being utilizedDelivery Method: Individual webcastCPE Credit: AuditingProgram Level: BasicThis course is being offered by a 3rd party vendor and will not be accessible on your My CPE page. Webinar access information will be emailed directly to you by AICPA.
Monthly Federal Tax Updates - March 2026
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Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $89
Seismic changes in tax legislation is currently taking place, and the well-informed tax practitioner will want to attend this two hour monthly program in order to stay abreast of these developments! Approximately one-half of the program is devoted to individual tax issues, and the remaining time is spend on business entity taxation, IRS procedure, tax legislation and other issues. Due to the changing nature of the topic, learning objectives, course descriptions and program content will vary and will be provided in more specificity closer to presentation time. This course provides a concise look at the hottest topics affecting every tax practitioner. This event may be a rebroadcast of a live event and the instructor will be available to answer your questions during the event.Delivery Method: Individual webcastCPE Credit: TaxesProgram Level: BasicThis course is being offered by a 3rd party vendor and will not be accessible on your My CPE page. Webinar access information will be emailed directly to you by CPA Crossings.
The Role of Internal Control in the Risk-Based Audit
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Online
4.00 Credits
Member Price: $149
This program addresses the role of client internal controls for balancing efficiency and effectiveness in a risk-based audit. Practical insights regarding an auditor's assessment of the risk of material misstatement when auditing financial statements of non-issuers will be explored, with particular emphasis on internal controls of small-to-medium clients. This event may be a rebroadcast of a live event and the instructor will be available to answer your questions during the event. This event may be a rebroadcast of a live event and the instructor will be available for your questions during the event.Delivery Method: Individual webcastCPE Credit: AuditingProgram Level: IntermediateThis course is being offered by a 3rd party vendor and will not be accessible on your My CPE page. Webinar access information will be emailed directly to you by CPA Crossings.
Accounting and Disclosure Issues After a Natural Disaster
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Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $89
The repercussions from a natural disaster can be devastating. Properly accounting and reporting for the impact of those disasters can be confusing. This course will focus on some of the most FAQ related to the proper treatment of accounting for disasters in GAAP basis financial statements. This event may be a rebroadcast of a live event and the instructor will be available to answer your questions during the event.Delivery Method: Individual webcastCPE Credit: AccountingProgram Level: BasicThis course is being offered by a 3rd party vendor and will not be accessible on your My CPE page. Webinar access information will be emailed directly to you by CPA Crossings.
Partnership/LLC Taxation: Tax Basis Capital Accounts
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Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $89
This program addresses the most recent developments impacting partnerships operating as LLCs, with a focus on legislative, administrative, and tax form changes. Emphasis will be placed on partners "tax basis" capital accounts, now required for tax form reporting. This event may be a rebroadcast of a live event and the instructor will be available to answer your questions during the event.Delivery Method: Individual webcastCPE Credit: TaxesProgram Level: IntermediateThis course is being offered by a 3rd party vendor and will not be accessible on your My CPE page. Webinar access information will be emailed directly to you by CPA Crossings.
Retaining Talent in a Competitive Marketplace
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Online
4.00 Credits
Member Price: $149
Retaining Talent in a Competitive Marketplace -Creating a Benefits Program Employees Care About In today's competitive marketplace, retaining talented employees is becoming increasingly difficult. A solid benefits program can make a difference in the fight for talent - but only if those benefits matter to the employees you are trying to hire! Through statistics and case studies, this course will explore what benefits are most valuable to employees. We will also explore the basic types of retirement and health insurance plans and discuss what financial leaders should consider before adopting a benefits package. This event may be a rebroadcast of a live event and the instructor will be available to answer your questions during the event.Delivery Method: Individual webcastCPE Credit: Personnel / human resourcesProgram Level: IntermediateThis course is being offered by a 3rd party vendor and will not be accessible on your My CPE page. Webinar access information will be emailed directly to you by CPA Crossings.
What You Can Learn From the Statement of Cash Flows
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Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $89
This course allows you to get reacquainted with the statement of cash flows. We will refresh your skills regarding both the preparation and utilization of the statement of cash flows. Significant emphasis will be placed on the informational role of the statement of cash flows and insights that can be obtained using the statement of cash flows in concert with the other elements of a company's accrual-basis financial statements. This event may be a rebroadcast of a live event and the instructor will be available to answer your questions during the event.Delivery Method: Individual webcastCPE Credit: AccountingProgram Level: IntermediateThis course is being offered by a 3rd party vendor and will not be accessible on your My CPE page. Webinar access information will be emailed directly to you by CPA Crossings.
2025 Business Tax Credits
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Online
1.00 Credits
Member Price: $55
Tax credit and incentive programs offer significant but rarely utilized savings. This presentation will introduce the most important federal and California tax credits and incentives available to business taxpayers. Attendees will hear an overview of these benefits and learn how to identify these opportunities for their clients.Delivery Method: Individual webcastCPE Credit: TaxesProgram Level: Overview
Surgent's Tax Planning for Rental Real Estate
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Online
4.00 Credits
Member Price: $179
The taxation of real estate is tricky. Taxpayers can own real estate in a number of different ways, including direct and indirect investments. There are numerous exceptions to being classified as a rental activity. How do you know if someone is a real estate professional? In this course, we will explore all these issues and many more. Through real-world examples and discussion, this course will delve into exceptions to rental status, qualifications for material participation, and requirements for active status. Additionally, we will cover the QBI and Section 1237 safe harbors and touch on some planning ideas related to depreciation recapture.Delivery Method: Individual webcastCPE Credit: TaxesProgram Level: BasicThis course is being offered by a 3rd party vendor and will not be accessible on your My CPE page. Webinar access information will be emailed directly to you by Surgent McCoy.
Surgent's Data Security: Best Practices to Protect Your Business and Yourself
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Online
1.00 Credits
Member Price: $59
Data security is a front-of-mind topic for most businesses because the risk and cost statistics are sobering. Each of us is in the crosshairs because a typical internet-connected computer faces a cyberattack every 39 seconds. Businesses of all sizes should be cognizant of the ethical issues that must be considered when planning their approach to privacy and data security. In this webinar, we will explore both the risks we have traditionally faced in the workplace personally, as well as the novel set of data privacy threats and compliance challenge issues employers face with a remote and mobile workforce.Delivery Method: Individual webcastCPE Credit: Information technologyProgram Level: BasicThis course is being offered by a 3rd party vendor and will not be accessible on your My CPE page. Webinar access information will be emailed directly to you by Surgent McCoy.
CFO & Controller Critical Skills: Budgeting & Forecasting
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Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $89
The budget and the forecast are two common tools used by controllers and CFOs across almost every industry. However, are we really getting the most out of these tools? Or are we merely replicating whatever was done last year? In this course, we will use examples and illustrations to demonstrate various budgeting and forecasting techniques. We will discuss traditional approaches, as well as newer approaches such as flexible budgeting, in an effort to show how companies can gain more value. This event may be a rebroadcast of a live event and the instructor will be available to answer your questions during the event.Delivery Method: Individual webcastCPE Credit: FinanceProgram Level: IntermediateThis course is being offered by a 3rd party vendor and will not be accessible on your My CPE page. Webinar access information will be emailed directly to you by CPA Crossings.
Surgent's Advising a Client Regarding the Tax Consequences Associated with Buying or Selling a Business
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Online
3.00 Credits
Member Price: $149
Buying and selling a business can be a complex transaction with many tax issues. These issues include whether the transaction is or should be a stock or an asset sale when the business involved is a corporation, as well as the tax consequences associated with the sale of a partnership or a C or S corporation. Tax practitioners who advise clients who are buying or selling a business primarily focus on the tax issues that apply. This program explains and analyzes the tax issues practitioners must address in order to properly advise clients who are either buyers or sellers of businesses.Delivery Method: Individual webcastCPE Credit: TaxesProgram Level: BasicThis course is being offered by a 3rd party vendor and will not be accessible on your My CPE page. Webinar access information will be emailed directly to you by Surgent McCoy.
Understanding Internal Control Constructs
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Online
4.00 Credits
Member Price: $149
Organizations of all sizes often fail to successfully install needed foundational components of an internal control system. Whether large or small, entities must view policies, procedures, and all controls in a wholistic manner in order to develop a system of controls that will keep the entity on its intended course. Moreover, those that design policies and procedures benefit by knowing why control measures are necessary. This session sets forth internal control concepts and explains the importance of strong internal control policies. It provides an understanding of the interrelated nature of all controls created by any organization. This event may be a rebroadcast of a live event and the instructor will be available to answer your questions during the event.Delivery Method: Individual webcastCPE Credit: AccountingProgram Level: IntermediateThis course is being offered by a 3rd party vendor and will not be accessible on your My CPE page. Webinar access information will be emailed directly to you by CPA Crossings.