CPE Catalog & Events

Surgent's Going Concern Accounting and Reporting Considerations

Current FASB accounting standards related to going concern, including the new requirements of ASU 2014-15 Evaluating risk of material misstatement in financial reports related to improper presentation and disclosure of going concern uncertainty The responsibility of an independent accountant for evaluating going concern uncertainty under various levels of engagement to perform attest and nonattest services New requirements of SAS No. 132 and SSARS No. 24 related to an auditor’s responsibility for considering going concern uncertainty?

Surgent's Employer's Handbook: Legal, Tax, and Health Care Issues

Hiring and firing issues – What questions cannot be asked in an interview; how to document employee performance; establishing an annual review system; when an employer may and may not fire an employee, and much more Employment contracts – An analysis of the legal and planning issues in structuring employment contracts; when noncompetition agreements will and will not work Employment issues in the economy – Telecommuters and other special situations Legal liability issues – Recognition of age discrimination, sex discrimination, FLSA issues, minimum wage, overtime, sexual harassment, and more Fringe benefit issues – COBRA, Family and Medical Leave Act, and new developments in health care Medical plans – Who is a full-time employee?

Surgent's Handling Difficult People

Problem solving step process for handling difficult people Effective communication techniques including active listening and phraseology Scripting what you say to prepare to engage with a difficult person Emotions and their impact: mine and theirs

Comprehensive Accounting and Financial Reporting Update

The major topics covered in this class include:CECL for nonfinancial institutions.Accounting for Paycheck Protection Program loans.Accounting for web-hosting services.Revenue recognition.Leases.FASB projects in progress.

CyberPhyschology: Conquering Insider Threat 2024

• Exploiting control gaps and control weaknesses • Psychological tactics used in attacks • A review of robust controls • Data access observables, changes in network patterns • A review of the audit, HR, IT and management relationships • Proactive approaches to recognize evolving risks and avoid breaches

K2's Small Business Internal Controls, Security, And Fraud Prevention And Detection

Common challenges associated with implementing appropriate internal controls in small business environments, Fraud in small business environments, Internal control options in small business accounting software, Understanding the need for application controls and general controls

Surgent's Applying the CECL Credit Loss Standard to Non-Banking Situations

Overview of ASC 326, Credit Losses Application of ASC 326 to non-lending institutions CECL transition and disclosures Audit considerations related to the adoption and ongoing accounting for CECL

Surgent's Recent Changes in Workplace Regulations: Overtime, Non-compete Agreements, and Employee/Independent Contractor

Final Rule - Employee or Independent Contractor Classification Under the FLSA: the multifactor “economic reality” test; What analysis guides whether a worker is an employee or independent contractor under this final rule? Can a worker voluntarily waive employee status and choose to be classified as an independent contractor? Are any of the economic reality factors adopted in this rule more important than others when evaluating a worker’s employment status? How does the final rule explain “extent to which the work performed is an integral part of the employer’s business?” The Federal Trade Commission’s Decision on Non-compete Agreements: impact on new and existing non-competes; treatment and definitional terms for senior executives; definition of a non-compete clause; definition of a “worker” New Overtime Rules: exemptions from minimum wage and overtime pay requirements for executive, administrative, professional, outside sales, and computer employees; increases in the standard level and the highly compensated employee total annual compensation threshold; new mechanism allowing for the timely and efficient updating of the salary and compensation thresholds

Surgent's The Americans with Disabilities Act and the Family and Medical Leave Act

Definitions of key terms under the FMLA, including covered employer, eligible employee, and serious health condition Timing and types of leave under the FMLA Calculating leave time under the FMLA Employer and employee notice requirements The definition of a “disability” under ADA An employer’s obligation to provide employees with a reasonable accommodation under the ADA Guidance on engaging in the interactive process Dos and don’ts of medical certifications The interplay between the Americans with Disabilities Act and the Family and Medical Leave Act

Microsoft 365 Copilot - Get Ready to Boost Your Productivity

The major topics that will be covered in this course include:Explore the nature of generative AI and how Microsoft is harnessing it in the Microsoft 365 ecosystemHow Copilot will help you compose emails and email responses and automate the management of your email organizationHow Copilot will assist you in composing documents and reports that more effectively convey your information and message with less effortHow Copilot will assist you in creating more engaging PowerPoint presentations with easeSteps you can do to prepare your firm or business to take full advantage of the Copilot AI technology.

Surgent's Exploring Client Advisory Services: Tax Due Dates and Penalties/Where Do I Need To File?

Estimated taxes and deadlines Tax due dates for common returns and filings Potential penalties and interest Information return penalties Penalties applicable to pass-through entities Accuracy-related penalties First-time abatement (FTA) FTA eligible returns Reasonable cause Nexus: sales tax vs. income tax Sales tax nexus with state specific examples Remote work and sales tax nexus Income tax nexus with state-specific examples Remote work and income tax nexus Sales factor: throwback rules

2025 Spring Tax Rewind

Proposed tax law changes and fundamental tax reform discussions Tax practice and procedures, best practices and reminders Recent changes to IRS regulations and other guidance

Surgent's A Guide to Gig Economy Tax Issues

Characteristics of a gig economy Who is an employee and who is an independent contractor? Form 1099-NEC and reporting of non-employee compensation Reporting on Form 1099-K Gig workers and the requirement to pay self-employment tax throughout the year State tax implications of remote work for the business owner and workers How remote work creates state tax nexus Tax implications of employee telecommuting for the employer The “convenience of the employer” rule Drivers of both people and of meals or other products Section 199A deduction Implications of the Vizcaino case

Surgent's Delaware Ethics for CPAs

Professional and ethical conduct requirements specifically applicable to Delaware CPAs, including 2016 amendments to the Delaware Licensure Law The core principles of professional conduct – integrity, objectivity, and independence The AICPA Code of Professional Conduct Principles and concepts which form the foundation of ethical behavior

Hybrid Remote Life: It's Not Going Anywhere

• Leadership • Management of an Accounting Practice • Personnel • The Hiring and Onboarding process • Managing a Remote Team 

Managing a Hybrid Workforce 2024

• Leadership Development • Management

Helena Chapter: Legislative Update

Managing the Accounting Department

Accounting Leadership Management

CFO Series - May 2025 Webinar Bundle

The major topics that will be covered in this course include:All times listed are Eastern Time ZoneWeek 1: CFO Series: CFO or Detective? Running Skillful InvestigationsCPE: 2Field of Study: AuditingDiscussion Leader: Tracy Cooper, CPA, CFEDate: Friday, May 2, 11:00 amDescription: CFOs are on the front line of managing risk within the organization, often including investigations into suspected theft or fraud. Fraud investigations are not an accounting audit. Many lack the training needed to conduct a fair and legal investigation. This course will provide the essential knowledge and skills to conduct successful internal investigations. The goal is to ensure that when a case is referred to law enforcement or results in other legal action, the findings will be admissible and robust. How can we respect the rights of all parties involved, preserve evidence, conduct proper surveillance, and distinguish between company materials and individual property? Proper investigations are intricate. Be aware of the risk to the organization and to the investigating team. The goal is to lead and plan internal investigations with confidence and legal integrity. Be aware and be prepared. Week 2: CFO Series: Better Management Reports Clear + Simple =Great!CPE: 2Field of Study: AccountingDiscussion Leader: Don Minges, MBADate: Friday, May 9, 11:00 amDescription: Most management reports are misunderstood and misused. Reports are dull and have been presented in the same manner for decades. Do your audiences sometimes fail to get the message? Learn how to grab your audiences' attention and deliver an actionable message. Discover the power of "The Trifecta" and the five secrets of effective reports and presentations. Learn how to make your messaging a "re-memorable event" and how to give the users what they need to know. We will discuss how to make your reports useful and understandable to your audience. If management does not understand the financial reports they receive (most do not) this seminar will provide keen insights to make your reports truly useful. Be the hero who delivers informative reports. We will show great examples of what to do and how. Week 3: CFO Series: Crisis Management - Navigate the Storms Safely!CPE: 2Field of Study: Auditing, Business Management & OrganizationDiscussion Leader: Rob Berry, CPADate: Friday, May 16, 11:00 amDescription: Whether it's changes in the market, a global pandemic, or loss of a supplier, at some point, most organizations will face a crisis. How you respond can make or break your organization. This intensive seminar on crisis management and business continuity planning will equip you with the knowledge and skills to manage crises confidently and ensure that your organization stays resilient. Resilient organizations recover faster from crises. Failing to plan for the next crisis is planning to fail. Week 4: CFO Series: Dealing with Ever Changing Accounting Standards?CPE: 2Field of Study: AccountingDiscussion Leader: Bob Mims, CPADate: Friday, May 23, 11:00 amDescription: GAAP is changing at an increasing rate. Financial leaders are faced with the dual challenge of navigating evolving accounting standards while strategically guiding their organizations toward sustainable growth and profitability. What are the newer accounting changes that will impact professional accounting? This seminar will equip finance professionals with the critical skills and practical insights needed to effectively manage the complexities of ever-changing accounting standards and upgrade your essential strategic planning skills. Strategies that do not keep pace with the market are doomed to fail. If we do not keep up, our successor will.

CFO Series: CFO or Detective? Running Skillful Investigation

The major topics that will be covered in this course include:What is an investigation, and when is it warranted? How to prepare for an investigation.  Who should conduct it?  Defining the boundaries.When to outsource vs conduct the investigation internally?Evidence collection and preservation.The paper and data trail.Witness statements.Employee rights during investigations.Investigative techniques (data analytics, surveillance, interviews).Reporting results.When to take the next step – the legal process.