Although the pace of FASB's standard-setting has slowed, the changes that have been issued can significantly impact organizations across sectors. This course begins with an overview of the standards effective in 2025 for public, private, and nonprofit organizations. We'll then explore what's on the horizon, including standards effective after 2025, key exposure drafts, and ongoing...
Being a tax practitioner over the last few years has been tough! The tax landscape is constantly changing and this shows no signs of slowing down! Now more than ever, you need more than just new code sections hurled your way. You need to have a reliable way to stay on top of not only...
This course provides a comprehensive overview of key changes affecting governmental financial reporting and Single Audit engagements. We'll begin by examining the impact of GASB Statements 101-104 on financial reporting, followed by a detailed review of updates to the 2024 Uniform Guidance and the 2025 Compliance Supplement. Finally, we’ll explore emerging developments and other critical...
This course provides a comprehensive update on the key developments impacting not-for-profit (NFP) accounting and auditing in 2025. While the FASB hasn’t recently issued NFP-specific standards, several Accounting Standard Updates (ASUs) will significantly affect nonprofit organizations. We’ll review these changes and their implications. We also explore the growing relevance of programmatic investments and their interplay...
Mid-year tax planning strategies for individuals and businesses.
Stay up to date with the latest from the Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) in this comprehensive 2025 update. This course will begin with a review of recently issued standards, including compensated absences, asset disclosures, risk and uncertainty disclosures, and financial reporting model improvements. Next, we’ll dive into the exposure drafts and ongoing projects covering...
Being a tax practitioner over the last few years has been tough! The tax landscape is constantly changing and this shows no signs of slowing down! Now more than ever, you need more than just new code sections hurled your way. You need to have a reliable way to stay on top of not only...
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 relevant sections of the SSARS...
The field of accounting is undergoing rapid evolution in response to a complex interplay of technological advancements, regulatory reforms, economic fluctuations, and shifting societal dynamics. In this course, we will explore the major challenges and opportunities currently facing accountants, and we will equip you with the knowledge and skills needed to excel in this dynamic...
This course will discuss common fraud schemes found in business transactions. The course also includes a conversation with Nathan Mueller, a reformed white-collar offender who committed financial statement fraud from a large financial institution.This is the first of five 2-hour courses in Surgent's Fraud Certificate Program. This program includes a combination of lectures, animated videos,...
This course provides an overview of the similarities and key differences between the revenue recognition standards issued by the FASB (ASC Topic 606) and the IASB (IFRS 15). While these standards are materially similar as the regulators worked jointly to issue the new converged standards, there are notable differences that are good to understand. However,...
Some CPAs & FAs might focus on estate administration; however, many more will come across this through routine work with a client. This course provides an overview of how you can help to administer an estate. It includes a checklist of tasks and an overview of what each entails. This webinar covers minor points such...