Earn Credit With the Accounting CPE Webinar Library

Understanding the evolving role of AI and emerging technologies in audit processes is essential for firms aiming to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and client service. Jonathan Kraftchick, Partner & Innovation Leader, and Tara Edwards, Chief Transformation Officer at Cherry Bekaert, discuss how AI and emerging technologies are transforming audit planning, execution, and reporting. They highlight AI's role in anomaly detection, risk assessment, sampling precision, and continuous auditing, while emphasizing the importance of proper training, data security, and firm readiness. The conversation emphasizes professional skepticism, compliance, and strategic oversight for effective AI adoption.

Learning Objectives:

• Identify how AI and emerging technologies are transforming key areas of audit planning, execution, and reporting
• Recognize the importance of proper training, data security, and organizational readiness for effective AI adoption in audit processes
• Determine the role of professional skepticism and compliance measures in managing AI-driven audit insights
• Recognize the potential benefits and risks of AI implementation, including anomaly detection, risk assessment, sampling precision, and continuous auditing

Polling questions are used to monitor attendance. Four questions will be presented each hour, and participants must respond to at least three to receive credit.

Last Review Date: 02/01/25

Mastering multistate taxation is more critical than ever for accounting and tax professionals navigating the evolving landscape of nexus, withholding, and the convenience rule. Our expert-led course, featuring Mark Klein, Partner at Hodgson Russ, unpacks the latest developments in economic nexus standards, the impact of remote employees on tax obligations, and the complexities of state tax compliance. Equip yourself with the knowledge to help businesses and clients navigate the intricate world of multistate taxation confidently. Don't miss this opportunity to elevate your expertise and safeguard your organization from costly tax liabilities!

Learning Objectives:

• Distinguish between physical and economic nexus and identify how states establish tax obligations for each
• Recognize how remote employees influence nexus determination for businesses and legal precedents that shape taxation policies for remote workers.
• Recognize the risks of non-compliance and the benefits of voluntary disclosure programs offered by the Multistate Tax Commission (MTC).
• Identity strategies for mitigating double taxation, including establishing bona fide home offices or structuring employment arrangements in tax-favorable ways.

Polling questions are used to monitor attendance. Four questions will be presented each hour, and participants must respond to at least three to receive credit.

Last Review Date: 3/1/2025

In a rapidly evolving financial landscape, staying ahead of industry shifts is more critical than ever. In this must-watch segment, Bill Sheridan of the Maryland Association of CPAs, explores how accounting and finance professionals can thrive amid AI, automation, and digital transformation. Learn how to adapt to hybrid work models, cybersecurity risks, and evolving regulations, turning disruption into opportunity. Packed with expert insights and actionable strategies, this session is key for staying competitive, upskilling, and leveraging technology to drive success in the future of finance.

Learning Objectives:

• Recognize how advancements in technology are transforming traditional accounting roles into strategic advisory, data analytics, and AI specialist positions
• Distinguish key non-technical skills required for accounting professionals to remain competitive, including leadership, communication, strategic thinking, collaboration, and anticipation
• Identify how AI, automation, and advanced analytics can enhance productivity, improve decision-making, and create new opportunities within the accounting and finance profession
• Identify strategies for addressing talent shortages, workforce expectations (such as remote work and work-life balance), and evolving business models to remain relevant in the profession

Polling questions are used to monitor attendance. Four questions will be presented each hour, and participants must respond to at least three to receive credit.

Last Review Date: 3/1/2025

The early 2000s saw major accounting scandals like Enron and WorldCom, leading to the Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX). This law enhanced financial transparency, creating the PCAOB and strengthening accountability. Robert Conway, CPA, explores SOX’s impact, focusing on Section 302 certifications, disclosure committees, and clawback provisions under SOX and Dodd-Frank. He emphasizes that while tasks can be delegated, CEOs and CFOs remain ultimately accountable for financial reporting.

Learning Objectives:

• Recognize the significance of Sarbanes-Oxley Section 302 certifications and the legal responsibilities of CEOs and CFOs in ensuring accurate financial disclosures
• Identify the key components of disclosure controls and procedures, including their role in preventing financial misstatements and ensuring regulatory compliance
• Recall the penalties and legal consequences for false certifications under Sarbanes-Oxley, including fines and potential imprisonment
• Recognize the role of disclosure committees and internal control processes in enhancing corporate governance and mitigating financial reporting risks

Polling questions are used to monitor attendance. Four questions will be presented each hour, and participants must respond to at least three to receive credit.

Last Review Date: 4/1/25

State and local governments must navigate unique GASB reporting requirements to ensure accurate financial statements, maintain compliance, and uphold public trust. In this segment, Phil Marciano, Partner at Citrin Cooperman, explains how to address the complexities of net investment in capital assets—including the treatment of unspent bond proceeds, premiums, and refunds—and emphasizes the proper presentation of lease and subscription-based assets. He also highlights the importance of correctly classifying OPEB liabilities, integrating new guidance under GASB 100 for accounting changes and error corrections, and maintaining relevant disclosures in management's discussion and analysis.

Learning Objectives:

• Identify common errors in calculating net investment in capital assets, and indicate appropriate methods to correct them in governmental financial statements
• Distinguish between total and net OPEB liabilities, and estimate their respective impacts on current versus noncurrent classifications
• Recognize the key requirements of GASB 100 regarding accounting changes and error corrections, and recall best practices for presenting restatements transparently
• Select strategies for enhancing Management's Discussion and Analysis disclosures, and recognize how to properly incorporate restricted assets and year-over-year comparative insights

Polling questions are used to monitor attendance. Four questions will be presented each hour, and participants must respond to at least three to receive credit.

Last Review Date: 3/1/2025

Unlock the secrets to ethical, successful M&A deals with expert insights from Bill Haemmerle, Partner at Wiss & Company, LLP. Navigate key challenges like competency gaps, conflicts of interest, and internal controls. Discover game-changing strategies for fair negotiations, ethical due diligence, and smooth post-close transitions. Elevate your dealmaking with bold approaches that enhance transparency, mitigate risks, and set new standards in ethical M&A.

Learning Objectives:

• Recognize ethical challenges in mergers and acquisitions, including competency gaps, conflicts of interest, and post-transaction responsibilities
• Identify potential conflicts of interest among service providers, such as investment bankers and professional advisors, and their impact on transaction integrity
• Distinguish key internal controls necessary for transaction security, including financial approvals, fund transfers, and post-close oversight
• Evaluate ethical considerations in buyer and seller conduct, including fair negotiations, due diligence practices, and operating in good faith

Polling questions are used to monitor attendance. Four questions will be presented each hour, and participants must respond to at least three to receive credit.

Last Review Date: 4/1/25

Tax reporting for digital assets has evolved with new rules and forms to address digital currencies, stablecoins, NFTs, and tokenized securities. Seth Poloner, Managing Director at E&Y, joins this segment to discuss new IRS reporting requirements for digital assets and key regulations in the crypto era. This includes discussion of broker responsibilities, reporting rules for transactions like stablecoins, NFTs, and tokenized securities, as well as new Form 1099-DA reporting. He also discusses the importance of staying up to date with changes in digital asset reporting and ensuring good faith efforts in compliance.

Learning Objectives:

• Recognize the responsibilities of brokers in digital asset transactions
• Identify key IRS reporting requirements for digital assets
• Recognize the importance of staying updated on changes in digital asset tax reporting
• Identify reporting rules for digital currencies, stablecoins, NFTs, and tokenized assets

Polling questions are used to monitor attendance. Four questions will be presented each hour, and participants must respond to at least three to receive credit.

Last Review Date: 3/1/2025

The accounting profession faces a talent shortage, known as the pipeline issue. In response, the National Pipeline Advisory Group (NPAG) formed in 2023 and developed six pillars in 2024 to address it. Denise Probert, CPA and educator, explores these pillars, examining root causes, education, and employee experience. She shares how universities and firms can adapt, offering actionable steps for addressing the pipeline issue.

Learning Objectives:

• Identify the six pillars of the National Pipeline Advisory Group
• Recognize the root causes of the pipeline issue
• Recall the changes that universities and firms should implement in response to the pipeline issue
• Identify the alternate pathways to CPA licensure that states like Colorado have adopted

Polling questions are used to monitor attendance. Four questions will be presented each hour, and participants must respond to at least three to receive credit.

Last Review Date: 4/1/25

It is inevitable that accountants will face ethical dilemmas during their careers. Throughout time, there have been many ethical decision-making models presented to help accountants navigate these dilemmas. Dr. Joan Lee, CPA, Professor of Accounting and Deloitte Fellow of Accounting at Fairfield University, presents a new theory, RADAR. The RADAR framework which stands for Research, Analyze, Decide, Act and Reflect provides a practical approach to ethical decision-making and emphasizes the importance of ethical sensitivity as a prerequisite to ethical decision-making. Lee also notes that moral intention itself is not sufficient on its own to guarantee that ethical decisions will translate into concrete actions in accounting practice.

Learning Objectives:

• Identify the five components of the RADAR model
• Recognize the need for ethical sensitivity as prerequisite for ethical decision-making
• Recall that contextual factors, situational pressures, personal biases, and conflicting values all play a significant role in shaping ethical decisions
• Identify the ways firms and universities can support both practitioners and students in making ethical decisions

Polling questions are used to monitor attendance. Four questions will be presented each hour, and participants must respond to at least three to receive credit.

Last Review Date: 3/1/2025

Don't miss Kaplan’s hedge accounting course! Join Tim Potter, CPA, Managing Director at HedgeStar, as he simplifies ASC-815 and IFRS-9. Learn how hedge accounting enhances transparency, stabilizes earnings, and strengthens risk management. Gain actionable insights to optimize hedging strategies, ensure compliance, and boost stakeholder confidence.

Learning Objectives:

• Recognize ASC-815 and IFRS-9 principles and their role in financial reporting transparency.
• Identify how hedging reduces earnings volatility, boosts stakeholder confidence, and lowers capital costs.
• Distinguish hedge qualification, effectiveness testing, and regulatory documentation requirements.
• Identify derivatives like swaps, futures, and options and understand how they enhance risk management and stability.

Polling questions are used to monitor attendance. Four questions will be presented each hour, and participants must respond to at least three to receive credit.

Last Review Date: 4/1/25

Plan sponsors must stay ahead of 401(k) requirements to ensure compliance, reduce audits, and maintain trust. Doug Williams and Josh Alexander of Alexander & Williams, PLLC highlight updated audit triggers, valid investment certifications, and safeguards like timely remittances, clear compensation definitions, record retention, and automated eligibility. They urge proactive oversight, early preparation, open communication, and using the DOL’s voluntary correction when necessary.

Learning Objectives:

• Identify triggers for 401(k) plan audits and recognize the key participant metrics involved.
• Recall essential documentation requirements and select appropriate recordkeeping controls to maintain compliance.
• Distinguish between audit types (ERISA Section 103(a)(3)(C) vs. full scope) and estimate the impact of obtaining an investment certification on costs.
• Indicate effective strategies for addressing common plan deficiencies, ensuring timely remediation and compliance.

Polling questions are used to monitor attendance. Four questions will be presented each hour, and participants must respond to at least three to receive credit.

Last Review Date: 4/1/25

Mastering multistate taxation is more critical than ever for accounting and tax professionals navigating the evolving landscape of nexus, withholding, and the convenience rule. Our expert-led course, featuring Mark Klein, Partner at Hodgson Russ, unpacks the latest developments in economic nexus standards, the impact of remote employees on tax obligations, and the complexities of state tax compliance. Equip yourself with the knowledge to help businesses and clients navigate the intricate world of multistate taxation confidently. Don't miss this opportunity to elevate your expertise and safeguard your organization from costly tax liabilities!

Learning Objectives:

• Distinguish between physical and economic nexus and identify how states establish tax obligations for each
• Recognize how remote employees influence nexus determination for businesses and legal precedents that shape taxation policies for remote workers.
• Recognize the risks of non-compliance and the benefits of voluntary disclosure programs offered by the Multistate Tax Commission (MTC).
• Identity strategies for mitigating double taxation, including establishing bona fide home offices or structuring employment arrangements in tax-favorable ways.

Polling questions are used to monitor attendance. Four questions will be presented each hour, and participants must respond to at least three to receive credit.

Last Review Date: 3/1/2025

Accountants must adapt to the transformative impact of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and evolving ethical standards to remain competitive and provide value to clients. Frank Castillo highlights the shift from compliance-focused practices to consulting roles, emphasizing the importance of leveraging AI tools for deeper industry insights and enhanced client services. He discusses how emerging legislation, such as data privacy laws in California, Utah, and Colorado, necessitates robust data governance and transparency. Castillo also explores strategies for fostering client trust through meaningful connections, addressing algorithmic bias in AI systems, and balancing technological advancements with a human-centered approach.

Learning Objectives:

• Recognize the impact of AI on the accounting profession
• Identify ethical and legal challenges of AI integration
• Recall the importance of human connection and client relationships
• Select strategies for adapting to technological advancements

Polling questions are used to monitor attendance. Four questions will be presented each hour, and participants must respond to at least three to receive credit.

Last Review Date: 12/1/2025

The early 2000s saw major accounting scandals like Enron and WorldCom, leading to the Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX). This law enhanced financial transparency, creating the PCAOB and strengthening accountability. Robert Conway, CPA, explores SOX’s impact, focusing on Section 302 certifications, disclosure committees, and clawback provisions under SOX and Dodd-Frank. He emphasizes that while tasks can be delegated, CEOs and CFOs remain ultimately accountable for financial reporting.

Learning Objectives:

• Recognize the significance of Sarbanes-Oxley Section 302 certifications and the legal responsibilities of CEOs and CFOs in ensuring accurate financial disclosures
• Identify the key components of disclosure controls and procedures, including their role in preventing financial misstatements and ensuring regulatory compliance
• Recall the penalties and legal consequences for false certifications under Sarbanes-Oxley, including fines and potential imprisonment
• Recognize the role of disclosure committees and internal control processes in enhancing corporate governance and mitigating financial reporting risks

Polling questions are used to monitor attendance. Four questions will be presented each hour, and participants must respond to at least three to receive credit.

Last Review Date: 4/1/25

Unlock the secrets to ethical, successful M&A deals with expert insights from Bill Haemmerle, Partner at Wiss & Company, LLP. Navigate key challenges like competency gaps, conflicts of interest, and internal controls. Discover game-changing strategies for fair negotiations, ethical due diligence, and smooth post-close transitions. Elevate your dealmaking with bold approaches that enhance transparency, mitigate risks, and set new standards in ethical M&A.

Learning Objectives:

• Recognize ethical challenges in mergers and acquisitions, including competency gaps, conflicts of interest, and post-transaction responsibilities
• Identify potential conflicts of interest among service providers, such as investment bankers and professional advisors, and their impact on transaction integrity
• Distinguish key internal controls necessary for transaction security, including financial approvals, fund transfers, and post-close oversight
• Evaluate ethical considerations in buyer and seller conduct, including fair negotiations, due diligence practices, and operating in good faith

The accounting profession faces a talent shortage, known as the pipeline issue. In response, the National Pipeline Advisory Group (NPAG) formed in 2023 and developed six pillars in 2024 to address it. Denise Probert, CPA and educator, explores these pillars, examining root causes, education, and employee experience. She shares how universities and firms can adapt, offering actionable steps for addressing the pipeline issue.

Learning Objectives:

• Identify the six pillars of the National Pipeline Advisory Group
• Recognize the root causes of the pipeline issue
• Recall the changes that universities and firms should implement in response to the pipeline issue
• Identify the alternate pathways to CPA licensure that states like Colorado have adopted

Polling questions are used to monitor attendance. Four questions will be presented each hour, and participants must respond to at least three to receive credit.

Last Review Date: 4/1/25

Don't miss Kaplan’s hedge accounting course! Join Tim Potter, CPA, Managing Director at HedgeStar, as he simplifies ASC-815 and IFRS-9. Learn how hedge accounting enhances transparency, stabilizes earnings, and strengthens risk management. Gain actionable insights to optimize hedging strategies, ensure compliance, and boost stakeholder confidence.

Learning Objectives:

• Recognize ASC-815 and IFRS-9 principles and their role in financial reporting transparency.
• Identify how hedging reduces earnings volatility, boosts stakeholder confidence, and lowers capital costs.
• Distinguish hedge qualification, effectiveness testing, and regulatory documentation requirements.
• Identify derivatives like swaps, futures, and options and understand how they enhance risk management and stability.

Polling questions are used to monitor attendance. Four questions will be presented each hour, and participants must respond to at least three to receive credit.

Last Review Date: 4/1/25

Plan sponsors must stay ahead of 401(k) requirements to ensure compliance, reduce audits, and maintain trust. Doug Williams and Josh Alexander of Alexander & Williams, PLLC highlight updated audit triggers, valid investment certifications, and safeguards like timely remittances, clear compensation definitions, record retention, and automated eligibility. They urge proactive oversight, early preparation, open communication, and using the DOL’s voluntary correction when necessary.

Learning Objectives:

• Identify triggers for 401(k) plan audits and recognize the key participant metrics involved.
• Recall essential documentation requirements and select appropriate recordkeeping controls to maintain compliance.
• Distinguish between audit types (ERISA Section 103(a)(3)(C) vs. full scope) and estimate the impact of obtaining an investment certification on costs.
• Indicate effective strategies for addressing common plan deficiencies, ensuring timely remediation and compliance.

Polling questions are used to monitor attendance. Four questions will be presented each hour, and participants must respond to at least three to receive credit.

Last Review Date: 4/1/25

Discover how AI is revolutionizing forensic accounting in this insightful interview with David Zweighaft, a leading expert in the field. Zweighaft explores how advanced AI tools enhance fraud detection, improve efficiency in analyzing vast datasets, and aid in uncovering hidden financial irregularities. He highlights the ethical considerations and challenges of integrating AI, such as mitigating biases and validating AI-generated findings. By balancing the power of AI with professional skepticism and human judgment, forensic accountants can strengthen their investigative processes and ensure ethical, reliable results. This discussion is a must-watch for those looking to future-proof their forensic accounting practices.

Learning Objectives:

• Identify how AI enhances forensic investigations by automating data analysis, detecting patterns, and uncovering financial irregularities
• Recognize how to develop skills to critically evaluate AI-generated outputs and ensure the reliability of forensic findings
• Distinguish ethical challenges, such as human bias in AI models, and assess the legal admissibility of AI-generated evidence
• Identify how to utilize AI tools effectively to enhance audits, identify risks, validate findings, and trace complex financial transactions

Polling questions are used to monitor attendance. Four questions will be presented each hour, and participants must respond to at least three to receive credit.

Last Review Date: 12/1/2024