This session introduces a structured approach to government budgeting using the four W’s: Who, What, When, and Which. Participants will explore WHO should be involved in the budgeting process, including internal teams and external stakeholders,...
In today's digital age, databases have become the backbone of every business technology, application, platform, and service. Every system relies on databases to store and organize information, from financial records in Quickbooks and Xero to...
With different tax rates for individuals and trusts, tax planning takes on more importance. New legislation increases the importance of generating new ideas for financial planning and saving for retirement. The purpose of this course is to...
Entiities subject to Yellow Book and compliance audits have a high degree of public accountability. This course will focus on the critical fraud risk management and internal control concepts necessary to achieve that objective.
As spreadsheets evolve, so must your creating, editing, and auditing practices. In this program, you will gain an in-depth understanding of the best ways to work with Excel by learning best practices associated with Excel spreadsheets in each of...
Clients want help with present and future business services. Which tax planning strategies will you provide for your corporate and small business clients? Updated with the latest legislation and IRS guidance on tax reform, this course answers the...
Preparation, compilation, and review engagements continue to receive heightened attention in peer review. This course examines the most common deficiencies identified in peer reviews of SSARS engagements, with an emphasis on practical compliance...
Organizations are challenged with identifying, evaluating and responding to a wide variety of risks. Discuss tips and best practices for enterprise-wide risk management for accounting and finance professionals.
In today's world of "Big Data," every business professional is a data analyst to some extent. This is especially true for auditors, who increasingly rely on data analytics to identify situations that require follow-up and investigation. Those who...
Firms acquiring other firms. Firms merging. Firms getting NIL money (PE is kind of like that in some ways). Change in firm structures and ownership is becoming rampant in the profession. Surveys are starting to come in...
