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(SSAA258/27) Surgent’s ASC 606 Insights: Licensing Revenue and Financial Statement Disclosures

This course provides an overview of critical challenges companies encounter under ASC 606, emphasizing several key areas that can be particularly challenging for effective revenue recognition. This includes licensing arrangements, with an emphasis on how to recognize revenue from agreements that grant customers rights to use or access intellectual property. This course also addresses the...

Non Member: $95
Credit Hours: 2

(SSAA149/27) Surgent’s Audits of 401(k) Plans: New Developments and Critical Issues

One of the most favored employee benefit plans, the 401(k) plan, provides unique challenges for auditors.Through this course, auditors will obtain an understanding of the rules and regulations unique to employee benefit plans and obtain practical guidance on applying them. Auditors will enhance their knowledge of the performance and reporting requirements through real-world examples, best...

Non Member: $360
Credit Hours: 8

(SSTX252/27) Surgent’s Forms 1120-S and 1065 Return Review Boot Camp for New and Experienced Reviewers

Most review techniques developed by professionals are self-taught and fine-tuned via experience. Yet how does one start? The purpose of this course is to give both new and seasoned reviewers additional and advanced procedures via a multitude of checklists to more thoroughly review S corporation and partnership tax returns. Its emphasis is not planning; rather,...

Non Member: $360
Credit Hours: 8

(SSTX169/27) Surgent’s This Year’s Best Income Tax, Estate Tax, and Financial-Planning Ideas

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 explore practical tax-planning ideas that practitioners can use to assist clients with their needs. This course is crucial...

Non Member: $720
Credit Hours: 16

(SSTX212/27) Surgent’s Preparing C Corporation Tax Returns for New Staff and Paraprofessionals

This course is a great foundation to introduce new preparers to tax rules related to business returns. The course covers tax areas affecting all business entities, providing a solid basis for staff to handle business entity returns. Such business tax topics include the sale of assets used in a trade or business (Form 4797), depreciation...

Non Member: $450
Credit Hours: 10

(SSAA276/27) Surgent’s ASC 606 Insights: Timing of Revenue Recognition & Principal vs. Agent Considerations

This course provides an overview of critical challenges companies encounter under ASC 606, emphasizing several key areas that can be particularly challenging for effective revenue recognition. This includes distinguishing between recognizing revenue over time versus at a point in time as well as principal versus agent considerations.

Non Member: $95
Credit Hours: 2

(SSAA229/27) Surgent’s Understanding the High-Stakes Mega Issues in A&A Today

With so much of significance going on currently in the world of A&A today, you need to be able to make sense of the key drivers of our profession. In this course, we will review the key aspects of the events that are impacting practitioners and financial statement preparers alike.Specifically, because technology is rapidly transforming...

Non Member: $180
Credit Hours: 4

(SSTX162/27) Surgent’s Mastering Basis Issues for S Corporations, Partnerships, and LLCs

The most difficult concepts to master when dealing with flow-through business entities are the basis and distribution concepts. Major error and malpractice issues occur if the CPA does not fully understand the impact of these rules. This course is designed to focus on the practical applications of these rules.

Non Member: $180
Credit Hours: 4

(SSTX199/27) Surgent’s Max the Tax: Crypto Craze

Participants must use their expertise to assist a new client who just received Letter 6173 from the IRS. The client didn't share any crypto-related transactions or events with the tax accountant who filed the original return. It's up to the participants to meet with the client and uncover details of the activities so an accurate,...

Non Member: $55
Credit Hours: 1

(SSTX195/27) Surgent’s Max the Tax: Tax Impacts on Exit Planning

This "jeopardy"-style, interactive game introduces tax advisors to the fundamentals of exit planning strategies. After exploring some essential concepts, key principles, and sophisticated techniques regarding the sale of a business, the "contestant" will put their skills to the test in navigating everyday questions that must be addressed by a tax advisor.

Non Member: $55
Credit Hours: 1

(SSAA219/27) Surgent’s Latest Developments in Government and Nonprofit Accounting and Auditing

This year is indeed another year of significant change in the world of government and nonprofit accounting and auditing. Time is valuable, and it's hard to stay current in today's rapidly changing environment. Let us save you time and effort in staying current through this informative update course. The course materials utilize a highly illustrative...

Non Member: $360
Credit Hours: 8

(SSTX215/27) Surgent’s Preparing Individual Tax Returns for New Staff and Paraprofessionals

The objective of this course is to train new staff accountants, data processing employees, paraprofessionals, and bookkeepers to prepare a moderately complex federal individual income tax return (Form 1040). Over the years, thousands of new staff have received practical, hands-on experience to become familiar with tax forms. This course covers the latest tax law changes,...

Non Member: $360
Credit Hours: 8

(SSTX201/27) Surgent’s Max the Tax: Equity Compensation

Liam, a public relations executive, needs expert advice regarding equity compensation options he has received. Liam researched key topics but needs the participant's help to validate his findings. Then, participants will review various equity compensation scenarios and advise on the most appropriate tax planning strategies available (e.g., S83(b) election, etc.).

Non Member: $55
Credit Hours: 1

(SSTX147/27) Surgent’s Form 1040 Return Review Boot Camp for New and Experienced Reviewers

Most review techniques developed by professionals are self-taught and fine-tuned via experience. Yet how does one start? The purpose of this course is to give both new and seasoned reviewers additional and advanced procedures via a multitude of checklists to thoroughly review various tax returns. Its emphasis is not planning; rather, it is to develop...

Non Member: $360
Credit Hours: 8

(SSTX243/27) Surgent’s S Corporation Core Tax Issues From Formation Through Liquidation

As experienced staff members master the preparation intricacies of an 1120-S tax return, they are expected to understand and apply the underlying concepts, principles and laws governing S corporation status. This course is designed to illustrate in both theory and practice overarching principles that govern S corporations from formation to revocation, termination and liquidation. Experienced,...

Non Member: $360
Credit Hours: 8

(SSAA129/27) Surgent’s Effective Communications with Management and Those Charged with Governance

As a byproduct of the audit, the auditor has a responsibility to communicate certain information to management and those charged with governance, primarily related to risk and internal control deficiencies. In some cases the auditor may be required to report outside the entity, for example, when fraud is identified. Some of these communications to management...

Non Member: $95
Credit Hours: 2

(SSBM110/27) Surgent’s Enterprise Risk Management for Small and Medium-Sized Companies

The past few years have taught us that major risks can come at us from any direction and with barely a warning. All organizations operate in a risk environment; however, generally only the large for-profit organizations pay a lot of attention to risk management. Or, other organizations equate risk management to insurance and completely miss...

Non Member: $360
Credit Hours: 8

(SSTX202/27) Surgent’s Max the Tax: Entity Selection

A client is starting a new business and needs advice on whether to choose an S or C corporation. She is seeking support to determine the most advantageous entity from a tax-efficiency perspective. Participants will first ask relevant questions about the client's plans and then advise her on entity selection based on their expertise.

Non Member: $55
Credit Hours: 1

(SSBM122/27) Surgent’s Project Management for Finance Professionals

The past few years have shown us the need for numerous projects and the need to manage those projects in a unique way. Project management is an important part of every organization; however, often companies do not differentiate between project management and operations management. Sometimes the finance professional is called upon to serve on a...

Non Member: $270
Credit Hours: 6

(SSTX247/27) Surgent’s Buying and Selling a Business: Tax and Structuring Overview

One of the major transactions CPA clients are faced with is the purchase or disposition of a business. To help tax professionals advise those clients, this course offers a comprehensive analysis of the business and tax aspects of buying and selling a business. It is a practical guide to help practitioners and industry CPAs understand...

Non Member: $270
Credit Hours: 6

(SSAA254/27) Surgent’s Applying the Yellow Book to a Financial Statement Audit

A thorough understanding of the Yellow Book is essential for anyone working with governments and not-for-profits. This course provides comprehensive coverage of the Yellow Book financial auditing requirements and prepares you to excel in applying the standards. The course uses a highly illustrative and engaging format, featuring 15 focused exercises designed to strengthen practical application...

Non Member: $180
Credit Hours: 4

(SSAA248/27) Surgent’s Preparation and Compilation Engagements Under the SSARS

Be the go-to person on financial statement compilation and preparation engagements. Specifically designed for those performing preparation and compilation engagements, this course will provide you with a hands-on application for performing preparation and compilation engagements under AR-C Section 70 and 80, respectively. You will learn the ins and outs of applying SSARS No. 21, Clarification...

Non Member: $180
Credit Hours: 4

(SSAA207/27) Surgent’s Government and Nonprofit Frauds and Controls to Stop Them

The cost of fraud, dearly paid by governments and nonprofits, is too severe to not learn from past experiences. This course examines real-world fraud cases to uncover the lessons they provide and translate them into practical, preventive controls. Using a highly illustrative and innovative format, the course engages participants with over 15 focused exercises designed...

Non Member: $180
Credit Hours: 4

(SSTX192/27) Surgent’s The Essential Multistate Tax Update

With the largest overhaul of the federal income tax code in 30 years and the repeal of the physical presence nexus standards for sales tax in the Wayfair case, the states are working fast and furious to overhaul their tax laws. As some states scramble to fund their budgets, they continue to look for additional...

Non Member: $180
Credit Hours: 4

(SSAA186/27) Surgent’s Construction Contractors: Accounting and Financial Reporting Issues

Accounting and financial reporting for construction contractors may be the most difficult area to comply with the various standards. Construction engagements are, in many instances, more complicated than most lines of business due to the many users of the financial statements. In this course, we will discuss why construction accounting and financial reporting is so...

Non Member: $180
Credit Hours: 4

(SSAA227/27) Surgent’s Goodwill Impairment – An Essential Guide

This course provides an overview of goodwill impairment testing. This course focuses on topics such as the initial recognition of goodwill and subsequent measurement requirements including the accounting alternative allowed for certain eligible entities. This course also addresses the disclosure requirements for goodwill.

Non Member: $95
Credit Hours: 2

(SSAA278/27) Surgent’s Understanding Derivatives and Hedge Accounting: A Simplified Guide for CPAs

This course provides CPAs with a comprehensive understanding of derivatives and hedging in financial management. Participants will explore the fundamentals of derivatives, their strategic role in risk management, and the differences between hedge accounting and traditional accounting methods. The course specifically covers fair value, cash flow, and net investment hedges, and discusses their practical applications....

Non Member: $95
Credit Hours: 2

(SSBM127/27) Surgent’s Planning and Strategy Formulation for Your Organization’s Financial Success

Have you noticed that change is continuing to happen at a more and more rapid pace? Obviously, some organizations survived change far better than others due to their ability to handle unexpected developments. Sick and tired of taking CPE that has no practical application or just regurgitates the same information over and over? Join us...

Non Member: $180
Credit Hours: 4

(SSOT133/27) Surgent’s Employer’s Handbook: Legal, Tax, and Health Care Issues

The employer-employee relationship strains both sides in uncertain times, and businesses need CPAs, controllers, and other advisors to provide understanding of the complex legal, tax, and health care issues associated with all aspects of employment. This course provides in-depth coverage of this critical area. It will be updated and supplemented throughout the year to cover...

Non Member: $360
Credit Hours: 8

(SSTX167/27) Surgent’s How to Settle an Estate – An Overview

This course discusses the legal issues in probating and contesting a will, plus the practical issues involved when settling an estate - marshaling of assets, payment of creditors, and distribution and accounting to beneficiaries. Inventory of estate assets is also discussed.

Non Member: $95
Credit Hours: 2

(SSTX210/27) Surgent’s The One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA): A Complete Guide

The breadth and complexity of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) have created significant challenges for practitioners seeking to interpret and apply its provisions. This four-hour course highlights the Act's most impactful updates for both individual and business taxpayers. By completing the course, participants will gain clear, practical guidance on the new requirements as...

Non Member: $180
Credit Hours: 4

(SSAA170/27) Surgent’s The Most Critical Challenges in Not-for-Profit Accounting Today

In recent years, not-for-profits have applied critical new standards related to contributions of nonfinancial assets, leases, and more. However, with all the focus on the new stuff, have we forgotten any of the old stuff? FASB ASC 958 has a great deal to say about various accounting and reporting issues in the form of its...

Non Member: $180
Credit Hours: 4

(SSAA151/27) Surgent’s AICPA Update

Designed for accounting and auditing practitioners at all levels in both public accounting and business and industry, this course provides an overview of recently issued AICPA auditing and attest standards that will be effective for December 31, 2022 audits and beyond. Next, the course will review ethics interpretations recently issued by the Professional Ethics Executive...

Non Member: $95
Credit Hours: 2

(SSTX160/27) Surgent’s Guide to Payroll Taxes and 1099 Issues

Employment taxes are often overlooked as an area where more planning may be effective. Payroll taxes have become an increasing burden for the average business and IRS penalties for noncompliance have risen dramatically in recent years. As a result, they have also been subject to employer incentives. The Service has announced that uncovering noncompliance by...

Non Member: $180
Credit Hours: 4

(SSAA139/27) Surgent’s Financial Reporting Update for Tax Practitioners

Tax advisors will be updated on the most recently enacted legislation and IRS guidance as well as updates of recent standard-setting activities at the FASB and AICPA. To start, the course will review the significant tax, financial accounting, auditing, accounting services, and ethics guidance issued by standard setters over the past few years. The course...

Non Member: $360
Credit Hours: 8

(SSAA239/27) Surgent’s Management’s Discussion and Analysis – What You Need to Know

This course provides an overview of the rules and regulations with respect to the management's discussion and analysis (MD&A) section of an entity's consolidated financial statements filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). MD&A has been, and continues to be, a primary focus area of the SEC when reviewing public company filings. In...

Non Member: $95
Credit Hours: 2

(SSTX137/27) Surgent’s The Complete Guide to Payroll Taxes and 1099 Issues

Employment taxes are often overlooked as an area where more planning may be effective. Payroll taxes have become an increasing burden for the average business, and IRS penalties for noncompliance have risen dramatically in recent years. The Service has announced that uncovering noncompliance by employers ranks high on its audit list. This course presents a...

Non Member: $720
Credit Hours: 16

(SSAA223/27) Surgent’s Financial Statement Disclosures: A Guide for Small and Medium-Sized Businesses

A clear and concise set of proper financial statement disclosures can make or break an entity's financial statements. Such disclosures are no longer simply additional information provided by a business; they can be complex in nature and difficult to both prepare and understand, especially for small and medium-sized businesses. Oftentimes financial statement users will first...

Non Member: $180
Credit Hours: 4

(SSAA268/27) Surgent’s Surging Auditors: Searching for Unrecorded Liabilities

The manager for Home D?cor and More (HDM) requests that participants conduct a search for unrecorded liabilities. The company experienced recent turnover in the accounts payable department so there is extra concern that all liabilities have been captured as of year-end. Participants will use their expertise to make resource requests from the HDM accounting team....

Non Member: $55
Credit Hours: 1

(SSTX166/27) Surgent’s Tax Aspects of Home Offices and Vacation Homes

The purpose of this course is to provide a practical and in-depth analysis of the significant tax planning advantages and strategies related to owning a principal residence for use as a home office and/or vacation home for upper-income taxpayers.

Non Member: $95
Credit Hours: 2

(SSAA244/27) Surgent’s Latest Developments in Nonprofit Accounting and Auditing

This year is indeed another year of significant change in the world of nonprofit accounting and auditing. Time is valuable, and it's hard to stay current in today's rapidly changing environment. Let us save you time and effort in staying current through this informative update course. The course materials utilize a highly illustrative and innovative...

Non Member: $360
Credit Hours: 8

(SSAA155/27) Surgent’s Accounting Principle Changes — What Every CPA needs to know

This course provides an overview of the accounting requirements with respect to accounting principle changes. The scope of accounting changes includes a discussion of changes in accounting principles, changes in accounting estimates, as well as changes of a reporting entity. A majority of the information included within this course is sourced from the requirements found...

Non Member: $45
Credit Hours: 1