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Excel - Create KPI Dashboards for Maximum Impact
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Online/Webcast
2.00 Credits
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Most accountants use Excel to help them make decisions about their data. However, as the amount of data grows, it becomes difficult to make strategic decisions based on rows and rows and columns and columns of data. In this course, you will learn how to build robust dashboards for analyzing key metrics in Excel. We will begin with some dashboard design guidelines, such as understanding your audience and identifying necessary metrics. Then, we will work through importing data, setting up calculated fields and columns, and creating key performance indicators (KPIs) for the dashboards. You will learn how you can add charts and eye-catching visuals with Power View, in order to make your dashboards easily understood. This session is presented using Excel 2013. Regardless of the version you are using, ALL concepts covered in this course apply to ALL versions of Excel. This event may be a rebroadcast of a live event and the instructor will be available to answer your questions during the event.Speaker - Bryan L. Smith, CPA.CITP, CISA
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Just Ask Why - Searching for Answers: Generating Solutions
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Online/Webcast
4.00 Credits
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Breaking the Wall of blind acceptance; avoiding habitual complacency and Yoking the dots between cause and effect. Speaker - William O?Brien
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How Fraud Can Affect Smaller Organizations
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Online/Webcast
4.00 Credits
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Many small to medium sized companies do not properly address the risk that arises related to fraud because these organizations do not have the resources needed to mitigate this risk or because owners or those in top level management underestimate the scope of the issue. All organizations, regardless of size, must be aware of the risks associated with intentional fraudulent acts and know that a significant and effective fraud scheme could even create going concern issues for some entities. In this session, we delve into the reasons that fraud takes place. The material discusses the types of defalcations that are often executed against smaller entities and then explores measures that organizations can implement to help stop fraud activities and add security. This event may be a rebroadcast of a live event and the instructor will be available to answer your questions during the event.Speaker - Karl Egnatoff, CPA.CITP
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Audit 403: Fraud Trends - Applying Real-Life Lessons
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Online/Webcast
2.00 Credits
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Fraud Trends - Applying Real-life Lessons to Small- and Mid-Size Entities will focus on real-life and practical examples of fraud in smaller- and mid-size environments, including nonprofits. Fraud involves an intentional act to deceive, which may result in material misstatement in the financial statements due to fraudulent financial reporting or misappropriation of assets. Management's responsibility is to design, implement, maintain and monitor a system of internal control to prevent, or detect and correct, fraud. Note: This is a part of the suggested 16-hour Audit Skills Level 4 curriculum for experienced in-charges or seniors. This event may be a rebroadcast of a live event and the instructor will be available to answer your questions during the event.Speaker - Jennifer F. Louis, CPA
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Entertainment, Meals & Travel Expenses: Review and Update
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Online/Webcast
2.00 Credits
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This program reviews the statutory and regulatory guidance as they relate to fringe benefits. There will be an emphasis on entertainment, meals and business transportation expenses, including qualified employer-provided parking, with a focus on planning opportunities. Recent federal tax legislation, cases and rulings will also be addressed. This event may be a rebroadcast of a live event and the instructor will be available to answer your questions during the event.Speaker - Steven C. Dilley, CPA, JD, PhD
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Cryptocurrencies for the CFO: Explaining Blockchain
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Online/Webcast
2.00 Credits
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What exactly is cryptocurrency and its cousin named blockchain? Are they here to stay? This session will provide a big picture examination of the technologies and currencies by explaining how we got here. We discuss the systems and technical aspects of cryptocurrencies and blockchain. What is the broad view of the technologies that currently do, and will continue to, impact our workplace and lives? Speaker - Bob Mims
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Form 1120S - Preparation and Analysis
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Online/Webcast
2.00 Credits
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This course provides an in-depth exploration of Form 1120S, the tax return form used by S corporations. Students will learn the intricacies of preparing and analyzing this form, including how to determine the taxable income of the S corporation, how to properly report and allocate income, deductions, and credits, and how to calculate the shareholder's basis in the S corporation. **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. Speaker - Arthur Werner
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Lunch & Learn In-Person: LA State & Local Tax Update: Developments, Nexus, and Other Hot Issues
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Metairie
2.00 Credits
Bob Angelico will cover the state and local tax legislative developments from the 2024 legislative session including any constitutional convention should that occur. He also will provide a round-up of significant state and local tax decisions recently rendered by both the Board of Tax Appeals and Louisiana appellate courts. Finally, regulatory developments coming out of the Louisiana Department of Revenue along with any hot state and local tax audit trends and topics will be discussed. This lunchtime, 2-hour program gives you time to take care of business before and after the presentation. And it all happens live — giving you the chance to ask presenters the questions you need answered. NOTE: This product is for the In-Person Lunch & Learn at the LCPA Member Center. 2024 Lunch&Learn Small Business Series includes: May 17Healthcare Checkup: Examining Changes and TrendsMichael R. Bertaut, MBA, CHC, PAHM • Healthcare Economist/Exchange CoordinatorBlue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana Category: Specialized Knowledge June 18LA Tax Credits & IncentivesBrenda C. Guess • Assistant SecretaryLouisiana Economic Development Category: Taxation July 16Hot Topics in Labor/Employment LawE. Fredrick Preis, Jr. • PartnerBreazeale, Sachse & Wilson, LLP Category: Management August 20SECURE Act 2.0 and Its Impact on Retirement PlansAnne Oestriecher, CPA, CFP • Advisory RepresentativeOestriecher Financial Management ServicesCategory: Taxation September 17IT Tips to Boost Your ProductivityLes Nettleton • IT ConsultantCategory: Specialized Knowledge October 22LA State & Local Tax Update: Developments, Legislation, Nexus, and Other Hot Issues Robert S. Angelico, CPA • ShareholderLiskow Category: Taxation November 20Navigating the Sunsets: Shining a Light on TCJA's Expiring Provisions Vanessa Brown Claiborne, CPA • President & CEO • Chaffe & Associates, Inc Christine K. Brox, CPA • Partner • Kushner LaGraize, LLCCategory: Taxation December 18Champagne or Vinegar? A Look at What the New Year May Bring to the Economy Stephen D. Morgan • Senior Vice President, Investment DirectorHancock Whitney Category: Specialized Knowledge
Lunch & Learn Webcast: LA State & Local Tax Update: Developments, Legislation, Nexus, and Other Hot Issues
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Online/Webcast
2.00 Credits
Bob Angelico will cover the state and local tax legislative developments from the 2024 legislative session including any constitutional convention should that occur. He also will provide a round-up of significant state and local tax decisions recently rendered by both the Board of Tax Appeals and Louisiana appellate courts. Finally, regulatory developments coming out of the Louisiana Department of Revenue along with any hot state and local tax audit trends and topics will be discussed. This lunchtime, 2-hour program gives you time to take care of business before and after the presentation. And it all happens live — giving you the chance to ask presenters the questions you need answered. NOTE: This product is for the Webcast Lunch&Learn. 2024 Lunch&Learn Small Business Series includes: May 17Healthcare Checkup: Examining Changes and TrendsMichael R. Bertaut, MBA, CHC, PAHM • Healthcare Economist/Exchange CoordinatorBlue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana Category: Specialized Knowledge June 18LA Tax Credits & IncentivesBrenda C. Guess • Assistant SecretaryLouisiana Economic Development Category: Taxation July 16Hot Topics in Labor/Employment LawE. Fredrick Preis, Jr. • PartnerBreazeale, Sachse & Wilson, LLP Category: Management August 20SECURE Act 2.0 and Its Impact on Retirement PlansAnne Oestriecher, CPA, CFP • Advisory RepresentativeOestriecher Financial Management ServicesCategory: Taxation September 17IT Tips to Boost Your ProductivityLes Nettleton • IT ConsultantCategory: Specialized Knowledge October 22LA State & Local Tax Update: Developments, Legislation, Nexus, and Other Hot Issues Robert S. Angelico, CPA • ShareholderLiskow Category: Taxation November 20Navigating the Sunsets: Shining a Light on TCJA's Expiring Provisions Vanessa Brown Claiborne, CPA • President & CEO • Chaffe & Associates, Inc Christine K. Brox, CPA • Partner • Kushner LaGraize, LLCCategory: Taxation December 18Champagne or Vinegar? A Look at What the New Year May Bring to the Economy Stephen D. Morgan • Senior Vice President, Investment DirectorHancock Whitney Category: Specialized Knowledge
Moving Beyond the Basics of Excel
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Online/Webcast
2.00 Credits
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This course explores the increasingly complex features of Excel that facilitate efficient data analysis. We will introduce numerous analytical methods and techniques by using practical examples to illustrate how to unleash the power of Excel when manipulating, analyzing, and reporting information. This event may be a rebroadcast of a live event and the instructor will be available to answer your questions during the event.Speaker - Chris Harper, CPA
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Surgent's Excel: Mastering PivotTables
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Online/Webcast
2.00 Credits
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PivotTable is a fancy term for an Excel report that summarizes data. If you have not yet had the good fortune of exploring PivotTables, it is about time. In this session, we'll dig into PivotTables, understand the report layout options, and examine PivotTable formulas.
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The Art of Engaging in Difficult Conversations
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Online/Webcast
2.00 Credits
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Difficult conversations tend to be avoided because professionals shy away from the uncomfortable, and the fear of polarizing their relationships. Participants will learn strategies and tactics to engage in productive conversations which address challenges and deepen relationships. They will understand where and why they are avoiding having difficult conversations. This event may be a rebroadcast of a live event and the instructor will be available to answer your questions during the event.Speaker - Julie G. Holunga, MBA, CPCC, ACC and Stephanie Wachman
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The Gift of a Challenging Audience: How to Connect and Engage With the Rebels in the Room
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Online/Webcast
1.50 Credits
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Every presenter has to deal with a difficult audience or audience member at one time or another. Professionals, however, because of topics or situations that are inherently uncomfortable, or because of mandated/resistant audience members, will face these audiences more frequently. It can be difficult to get a resistant audience/member to resonate with your message, but if they leave angry, uninspired, unmotivated or unlikely to act on your call to action, you don't get the results you need or want. Speaker - Lisa Braithwaite
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Audit 404: Maximizing Analytic Procedure Evidence on Audits
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Online/Webcast
2.00 Credits
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Maximizing Analytic Procedure Evidence - Adding Value Through Useful Financial Statement Analysis will enhance an ability to read and interpret financial information as a critical audit skill. Financial statement auditors need to be able to analyze financial results to not only enhance audit quality, but to also improve client service through being a better business advisor. Note: This course is recommended as a part of a 16-hour audit skills curriculum for supervisory or managerial auditors, while it is also appropriate for anyone who has responsibilities for analyzing and interpreting 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.Speaker - Jennifer F. Louis, CPA
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Surgent's A Complete Guide to Offers in Compromise
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Online/Webcast
2.00 Credits
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This course is designed to assist practitioners in preparing Offers in Compromise (OIC). After this course, you should have an understanding of how proper planning can make a significant difference in the amount eventually paid to the IRS and the resulting financial well-being of your client. This program covers the basics, from choosing the proper forms to utilize through the filing of an appeal if necessary. We will also explain how to increase your chances of having your OIC approved by the IRS by going over the complexities involved.
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Surgent's Real Estate for Accounting and Finance Professionals
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Online/Webcast
2.00 Credits
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Explore the intricacies of federal income taxation as it intertwines with rental real estate activities. This course delves into the calculation of rental income, understanding the nuances of deductions, and unraveling the complexities of passive activity loss rules. Whether it's mastering Schedule E or understanding Congress' intent behind tax laws, professionals will leave with an enriched understanding.
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Surgent's International Tax Challenges and Opportunities for U.S. Filers
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Online/Webcast
3.00 Credits
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Globalization continues to make it easier for taxpayers to live abroad, do business in other countries, or invest in foreign enterprises. This creates significant complications and tax planning opportunities when it comes to filing U.S. tax returns. This course provides an overview of the unique tax challenges and solutions presented to U.S. expats or investors living or investing abroad. It examines how foreign-source income is taxed in the U.S. and how the tax consequences could be mitigated by applying the tax treaties, claiming credit for foreign taxes paid, or excluding foreign-earned income. Additionally, the course discusses the numerous foreign informational form reporting requirements and the significant penalties that could be imposed by the IRS. Examples from real-life client scenarios are included.
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Surgent's Representing a Client in an IRS Audit
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Online/Webcast
3.00 Credits
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Recent legislation in Congress has provided the IRS with substantially increased funding to bolster its human staff and purchase software that will allow the IRS to audit many more taxpayers in a more effective way. The IRS believes it can target the right kinds of taxpayers for audits so that it will not waste its time on audits that produce little, if any, revenue. The purpose of this program is to discuss the current state of IRS audits and the anticipated increases in the IRS's ability to audit wealthier taxpayers in an efficient way. Panelists will discuss the state of the IRS's current audits and where the IRS is headed with audits in the coming years. Tax practitioners should also be aware of the state of the IRS's efforts to target efficiencies so as to produce the most revenue.
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The Updated Nuts and Bolts of IRC Section 1031 Exchanges
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Online/Webcast
2.00 Credits
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In today’s real estate market, IRC §1031 tax-deferred exchanges can be one of the most important planning tools available to the real estate investor. The use of this technique is filled with pitfalls and traps. This new course will assist the practitioner in understanding the mechanics of a tax-deferred exchange and the value of a tax-deferred exchange in both tax and financial planning. Updated August 2022 Speaker - Arthur Werner, Jordon Rosen
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Section 199A Deduction: Rules & Forms Reporting
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Online/Webcast
2.00 Credits
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This program addresses the Section 199A deduction for flow-through entity income, including a review of the major provisions, forms reporting, and recent developments. This event may be a rebroadcast of a live event and the instructor will be available to answer your questions during the event.Speaker - Steven C. Dilley, CPA, JD, PhD