BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//South Carolina Association of CPAs - ECPv6.16.3//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://sc.cpa X-WR-CALDESC:Events for South Carolina Association of CPAs REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Detroit BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20280312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20281105T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20270202T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20270202T101000 DTSTAMP:20260615T224037 CREATED:20260515T011217Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260529T041315Z UID:10005821-1801557000-1801563000@sc.cpa SUMMARY:(LIAA54/27) Exploring Client Advisory Services: Small Business Compensation\, Taxes & Fringe Benefits DESCRIPTION:Event Description\nIn the early days of a small business\, the owner is often putting every dime they have back into the business. Once the business starts to make money\, the question often arises as to how to get money out of the business in the most tax-advantageous way possible. In this course\, we will explore this question from different angles. What happens if we pay the owner more money? Is there anything we need to worry about if the owner takes distributions? Also\, what if the company pays the owner rent? We will talk about the advantages and disadvantages of each of these possibilities\, so that you can better serve your small business clients’ needs! \nObjectives\n\nState reasonable compensation considerations. \nIdentify fringe benefits that need to be included in W-2 income for S-Corporation shareholders \nRecognize the tax attributes of minimum guaranteed payments made to partners \nRecall key tax rules related to taking tax-free distributions. URL:https://sc.cpa/event/liaa54-27-exploring-client-advisory-services-small-business-compensation-taxes-fringe-benefits/ CATEGORIES:Livestream ORGANIZER;CN="David R. Peters%2C CPA%2C CFP%2C CLU%2C CPCU":MAILTO:david@petersprofessionaleducation.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20270202T102000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20270202T120000 DTSTAMP:20260615T224037 CREATED:20260515T005814Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260529T041138Z UID:10005661-1801563600-1801569600@sc.cpa SUMMARY:(LIOT15/27) Building a Better Team - Being a Better Teammate DESCRIPTION:Event Description\nWhile accountants deal with many complicated code sections and analytical issues\, perhaps the most difficult thing that every financial professional deals with is how to create a good office environment. Utilizing discussions and case studies\, this course will explore how to become a better teammate. We will learn strategies for how to form better relationships with colleagues and others. We will learn the importance of good culture – and how negative culture can work against the overall goals of the company. \nObjectives\nIdentify the current state and problems within our workplace culture. \nRecognize SHRM’s Four building blocks of ethical culture to workplace case studies. \nIdentify the eight ways to build workplace trust. URL:https://sc.cpa/event/liot15-27-building-a-better-team-being-a-better-teammate/ CATEGORIES:Livestream ORGANIZER;CN="David R. Peters%2C CPA%2C CFP%2C CLU%2C CPCU":MAILTO:david@petersprofessionaleducation.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20270202T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20270202T144000 DTSTAMP:20260615T224037 CREATED:20260515T011218Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260529T041026Z UID:10005822-1801573200-1801579200@sc.cpa SUMMARY:(LIOT16/27) Managing People - Best Practices for a Better Office DESCRIPTION:Event Description\nYou have probably heard the saying that “employees quit managers – not companies.” Perhaps this has never been more true than now – when many people are working from home\, and the only contact they often have with their employer is through their manager. There can be no doubt that one of the most important parts of being a leader is cultivating a good team. But how do you do that – especially if you don’t have a background in human resources? In this course\, we will explore how financial leaders can be better managers. Through case studies\, statistics\, and sharing best practices\, we will explore how to get the best from employees and create an environment that employees want to come back to day in and day out. \nObjectives\nIdentify which employee benefits employees care about the most according to survey data. \nRecognize basic employment documents. \nState the major parts of the employee handbook. \nName the major leadership styles and behavioral biases that exhibit themselves in the workplace. \nDistinguish factors to consider before writing an employee recommendation letter. URL:https://sc.cpa/event/liot16-27-managing-people-best-practices-for-a-better-office/ CATEGORIES:Livestream ORGANIZER;CN="David R. Peters%2C CPA%2C CFP%2C CLU%2C CPCU":MAILTO:david@petersprofessionaleducation.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20270202T145000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20270202T160000 DTSTAMP:20260615T224037 CREATED:20260515T011122Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260529T041417Z UID:10005813-1801579800-1801584000@sc.cpa SUMMARY:(LIOT17/27) Lifecycle Financial Planning - Assessing Client Needs & Building a Plan DESCRIPTION:Event Description\nTrue financial planning is a collaborative process between a client and advisor that encompasses all aspects of an individual’s financial life. However\, what does the financial planning process look like and what should the approach be? By examining academic theory and illustrative case examples\, this course will explore how financial planning changes over a client’s lifetime. We will discuss common investor types and approaches to financial planning\, including traditional and reverse glidepath theory. \nObjectives\nList the subject matter areas of financial planning and the levels in the financial planning pyramid. \nRecognize the general financial needs of people in different stages of the financial planning lifecycle. \nIdentify the key concept of reverse glidepath theory and how it differs from traditional financial planning theory. URL:https://sc.cpa/event/liot17-27-lifecycle-financial-planning-assessing-client-needs-building-a-plan/ CATEGORIES:Livestream ORGANIZER;CN="David R. Peters%2C CPA%2C CFP%2C CLU%2C CPCU":MAILTO:david@petersprofessionaleducation.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20270210T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20270210T101000 DTSTAMP:20260615T224037 CREATED:20260515T011021Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260529T041426Z UID:10005795-1802248200-1802254200@sc.cpa SUMMARY:(LIAA20R/27) Auditing Bits in BytesTM – Segment 5: Performing Meaningful Substantive Testing - Rebroadcast DESCRIPTION:Event Description\nThis series will provide valuable tips and techniques from an experienced auditor to successfully design and perform financial statement audits in “real-life” circumstances. Practical understanding of principles and standards can result in a high-quality\, insightful\, and profitable engagement. \nObjectives\n\nDescribe how to perform the substantive audit procedures comprising the detailed audit plan \nExplain common deficiencies in performing and documenting further audit procedures\, including both tests of details and substantive analytic procedures \nApply professional judgment and best practices for an effective and efficient audit URL:https://sc.cpa/event/liaa20r-27-auditing-bits-in-bytestm-segment-5-performing-meaningful-substantive-testing-rebroadcast/ CATEGORIES:Livestream ORGANIZER;CN="Jennifer Louis%2C CPA":MAILTO:jlouis@emergentgroup.net END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20270210T102000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20270210T120000 DTSTAMP:20260615T224037 CREATED:20260515T011709Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260529T041715Z UID:10005869-1802254800-1802260800@sc.cpa SUMMARY:(LIAA55/27) Testing Internal Controls – Exploring Strategies for Verifying Operating Effectiveness DESCRIPTION:Event Description\nProperly designed and effectively operating internal control over financial reporting is critical for preventing\, or detecting and correcting\, material misstatement. This module will describe how to satisfy the audit requirements related to taking a control reliance strategy by testing the operating effectiveness of internal controls\, while promoting an effective and efficient financial statement audit. \nObjectives\n\nList generally accepted audit requirements related to testing controls for operating effectiveness. \nExplain how to evaluate the results of a control reliance test for operating effectiveness. \nRecall the use of Service Organization Control (SOC1) Reports on a financial statement audit. \nIdentify the impact of a control reliance strategy on the detailed audit plan. URL:https://sc.cpa/event/liaa55-27-testing-internal-controls-exploring-strategies-for-verifying-operating-effectiveness/ CATEGORIES:Livestream ORGANIZER;CN="Jennifer Louis%2C CPA":MAILTO:jlouis@emergentgroup.net END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20270210T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20270210T144000 DTSTAMP:20260615T224037 CREATED:20260515T011014Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260530T041019Z UID:10005786-1802264400-1802270400@sc.cpa SUMMARY:(LIMG06R/27) The Art of Discipline and Getting Things Done - Applying Better Time\, Team\, and Project Management Techniques - Rebroadcast DESCRIPTION:Event Description\nThose in a supervisory or managerial role must create a culture of discipline\, where a high priority is placed in accomplishing responsibilities in an effective and efficient manner. This module provides best practices for various areas that support this culture of discipline\, including time\, team\, and project management. \nObjectives\n\nRecognize the traits of a disciplined culture for teams \nDescribe best practices for project and time management \nList ways to manage stress for maximum productivity \nExplain best practices for effective meetings URL:https://sc.cpa/event/limg06r-27-the-art-of-discipline-and-getting-things-done-applying-better-time-team-and-project-management-techniques-rebroadcast/ CATEGORIES:Livestream ORGANIZER;CN="Jennifer Louis%2C CPA":MAILTO:jlouis@emergentgroup.net END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20270216T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20270216T101000 DTSTAMP:20260615T224037 CREATED:20260515T010312Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260528T041317Z UID:10005713-1802766600-1802772600@sc.cpa SUMMARY:(LIAA33R/27) How to Audit Inventory - Rebroadcast DESCRIPTION:Event Description\nInventory observations are often a right of passage for audit staff. This course will cover the basics of auditing inventory\, including the related audit assertions\, risks\, & threats to inventory. During this course\, we will also highlight the various substantive auditing procedures that staff should perform\, and also walk through how to conduct a physical inventory observation. \nObjectives\n\nRecall the audit assertions applicable to inventory \nRecognize risks & threats related to the inventory balance \nIdentify substantive auditing procedures that are used to obtain comfort over inventory URL:https://sc.cpa/event/liaa33r-27-how-to-audit-inventory-rebroadcast/ CATEGORIES:Livestream ORGANIZER;CN="Jaclyn M. Veno%2C CPA":MAILTO:jaclynveno@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20270216T102000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20270216T120000 DTSTAMP:20260615T224037 CREATED:20260515T010917Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260528T042009Z UID:10005780-1802773200-1802779200@sc.cpa SUMMARY:(LIAA44R/27) Introduction to Single Audit (2026) - Rebroadcast DESCRIPTION:Event Description\nSingle Audits are a critical area of focus within the profession and require a thorough understanding of the Uniform Guidance and its unique requirements for auditing federal awards. This course provides a clear\, practical introduction to the performance and reporting standards that distinguish Single Audits from other types of audit engagements. \nParticipants will explore foundational concepts\, including internal controls over compliance\, the compliance requirements applicable to federal programs\, as well as how to leverage the Compliance Supplement. The course also covers reporting considerations. \nDesigned for professionals new to Single Audits—or those seeking a structured refresher—this course equips participants with the essential knowledge needed to understand and navigate Single Audit engagements. The course has been updated to reflect the 2024 Uniform Guidance. \nObjectives\n\nRecognize when a Single Audit is required. \nIdentify the elements of a finding in a Single Audit. \nRecall reporting requirements for a Single Audit. \nRecognize internal controls over compliance. \nIdentify compliance requirements. URL:https://sc.cpa/event/liaa44r-27-introduction-to-single-audit-2026-rebroadcast/ CATEGORIES:Livestream ORGANIZER;CN="Melisa Galasso":MAILTO:melisa@galassolearningsolutions.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20270216T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20270216T144000 DTSTAMP:20260615T224037 CREATED:20260515T010128Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260528T041723Z UID:10005696-1802782800-1802788800@sc.cpa SUMMARY:(LIAA56/27) What's Going on at the AICPA (2026/27) DESCRIPTION:Event Description\nStay current on key developments affecting audit and attestation engagements with this comprehensive update on what’s happening at the AICPA. This course begins with the next phase of quality management\, with a particular focus on firms’ monitoring and remediation responsibilities and what those requirements mean in practice. \nParticipants will also review recent and upcoming standards impacting audit\, attestation\, and consulting engagements\, including SSAE No. 24 and SSARS No. 26\, along with high-impact exposure drafts related to confirmations and fraud. The course concludes with an overview of SAS No. 149 and its implications for group audits. \nDesigned as a timely update for practitioners\, this course helps participants understand how recent and proposed changes may affect engagement planning\, execution\, and compliance in the years ahead. \nObjectives\n\nRecall the impact of recent AICPA proposals on audit engagements. \nRecognize the impact of SAS No. 149 on group audits. \nIdentify key quality management requirements related to monitoring and remediation. \nRecognize the impact of SSAE No. 24 and SSARS No. 26 on attestation and consulting engagements. URL:https://sc.cpa/event/liaa56-27-whats-going-on-at-the-aicpa-2026-27/ CATEGORIES:Livestream ORGANIZER;CN="Melisa Galasso":MAILTO:melisa@galassolearningsolutions.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20270217T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20270217T101000 DTSTAMP:20260615T224037 CREATED:20260515T011618Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260529T041130Z UID:10005857-1802853000-1802859000@sc.cpa SUMMARY:(LIAA46R/27) How to Audit Cash - Rebroadcast DESCRIPTION:Event Description\nCash is essential to every business\, and is often one of the first accounts audit staff are exposed to. This course will cover the basics of auditing cash\, including the related audit assertions\, risks\, & threats to the cash balance. During this course\, we will also highlight the various substantive auditing procedures that staff should perform\, and also walk through some real-world examples. \nObjectives\n\nRecall the audit assertions applicable to the cash balance. \nRecognize the risks & threats related to the cash balance. \nIdentify substantive auditing procedures that are used to obtain comfort over cash. URL:https://sc.cpa/event/liaa46r-27-how-to-audit-cash-rebroadcast/ CATEGORIES:Livestream ORGANIZER;CN="Melisa Galasso":MAILTO:melisa@galassolearningsolutions.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20270217T102000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20270217T120000 DTSTAMP:20260615T224037 CREATED:20260515T005909Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260529T041623Z UID:10005670-1802859600-1802865600@sc.cpa SUMMARY:(LIAA43R/27) How to Audit Expenses & Payables - Rebroadcast DESCRIPTION:Event Description\nIt is imperative that audit staff understand the fundamentals of expenses & payables. This course will cover the basics of auditing expenses\, accrued liabilities\, and other payables\, including the related audit assertions\, risks\, & threats to the expenses & payables balances. During this course\, we will also highlight the various substantive auditing procedures that staff should perform\, and also walk through some real-world examples. \nObjectives\n\nRecall the audit assertions applicable to the expenses & payables balances. \nRecognize risks & threats to the expenses & payables balances. \nIdentify substantive auditing procedures that are used to obtain comfort over expenses & payables. URL:https://sc.cpa/event/liaa43r-27-how-to-audit-expenses-payables-rebroadcast/ CATEGORIES:Livestream ORGANIZER;CN="Melisa Galasso":MAILTO:melisa@galassolearningsolutions.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20270217T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20270217T144000 DTSTAMP:20260615T224037 CREATED:20260515T011710Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260528T041229Z UID:10005870-1802869200-1802875200@sc.cpa SUMMARY:(LIAA47R/27) Introduction to Governmental Accounting (2026) - Rebroadcast DESCRIPTION:Event Description\nGovernmental accounting differs significantly from commercial and nonprofit accounting standards and requires a distinct approach to financial reporting. This course introduces the foundational principles of governmental accounting\, including fund accounting concepts and the modified accrual basis of accounting. \nParticipants will explore the structure and purpose of governmental fund financial statements as well as the government-wide financial statements\, gaining clarity on objectives\, layouts\, and key elements. The course also addresses essential topics such as component units\, Management’s Discussion and Analysis (MD&A)\, and the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR). \nDesigned for those new to governmental accounting—or those seeking a refresher—this course provides a solid foundation for understanding and applying governmental financial reporting principles. The course has been updated to reflect recent guidance issued by the Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB)\, including GASB Statements 101-105. \nObjectives\n\nRecall the requirements of governmental financial reporting. \nRecognize organizations that follow governmental financial reporting standards. \nIdentify key elements of governmental financial statements. \nIdentify appropriate fund classifications used in governmental accounting. \nIdentify requirements for an entity to be considered a component unit. \nRecognize the components of net position for different governmental fund types. URL:https://sc.cpa/event/liaa47r-27-introduction-to-governmental-accounting-2026-rebroadcast/ CATEGORIES:Livestream ORGANIZER;CN="Melisa Galasso":MAILTO:melisa@galassolearningsolutions.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20270218T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20270218T115000 DTSTAMP:20260615T224037 CREATED:20260515T005710Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260529T041412Z UID:10005650-1802939400-1802951400@sc.cpa SUMMARY:(LIAA57/27) Effective and Efficient SSARSs Engagements DESCRIPTION:Event Description\nPractitioners who provide non-audit services must strike the right balance between complying with relevant professional and regulatory standards while mitigating litigation and other practice management risks. This course contains many best practices for managing the accounting\, reporting\, and performance issues associated with the attest services of compilations and reviews where reports are issued\, as well as the SSARS preparation of financial statements nonattest service. \nObjectives\n\nDescribe practice management risks associated with SSARS services. \nProperly apply relevant professional standards with regulations for SSARS services. \nAvoid peer review and litigation risks in SSARS services. \nBe familiar with the numerous illustrations and examples of practical guidance to implement important key learning points. URL:https://sc.cpa/event/liaa57-27-effective-and-efficient-ssarss-engagements/ CATEGORIES:Livestream ORGANIZER;CN="Jennifer Louis%2C CPA":MAILTO:jlouis@emergentgroup.net END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20270218T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20270218T135000 DTSTAMP:20260615T224037 CREATED:20260515T010716Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260515T041730Z UID:10005751-1802955600-1802958600@sc.cpa SUMMARY:(LITE11R/27) Secure File Sharing and Retention - Rebroadcast DESCRIPTION:Event Description\nEnsure sensitive files are shared securely while meeting retention and compliance obligations with confidence. This course covers best practices for secure file sharing\, access controls\, and retention policies to reduce risk and protect organizational data. \nObjectives\nApply one control improvement; reduce common attack/fraud risks; validate steps. Design practical policies (WISP/AI) and implementation checklists for teams and vendors. Apply cybersecurity and data protection controls to reduce breach and fraud risk. URL:https://sc.cpa/event/lite11r-27-secure-file-sharing-and-retention-rebroadcast/ CATEGORIES:Livestream ORGANIZER;CN="Elliott T. Friedman":MAILTO:Elliott@etfriedman.com END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR