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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260707T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260707T144000
DTSTAMP:20260626T041138Z
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SUMMARY:(LIET02/27) General Ethics for Business Professionals
DESCRIPTION:Event Description\nUnethical behavior can ruin professional careers. It can also result in fines\, penalties\, or even a loss of licensure. This course focuses on the moral dilemmas regularly faced by those that work in either public accounting or industry and how to making the most ethical decisions. \nObjectives\n\nDescribe the foundation of ethical behavior \nAnalyze moral and ethical dilemmas faced in day-to-day situations \nExplain important principles underlying ethical decision-making
URL:https://sc.cpa/event/liet02-27-general-ethics-for-business-professionals/
CATEGORIES:Livestream
ORGANIZER;CN="Jennifer Louis%2C CPA":MAILTO:jlouis@emergentgroup.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260707T145000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260707T163000
DTSTAMP:20260613T050835Z
CREATED:20260515T010010Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260613T050835Z
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SUMMARY:(LIAA03/27) The New Quality Management Standards - What Everyone Needs to Know Post-Implementation
DESCRIPTION:Event Description\nThe AICPA issued the new Quality Management Standards as a part of its overall quality improvement initiative. This course will highlight the foundational principles within the new approach that everyone in the CPA firm should know. \nObjectives\n\nRecall key elements of recent guidance on implementing the AICPA’s new quality management standards that would have the greatest impact on improving the quality of audit and attest services. \nList the foundational principles in the new Quality Management Standards that should be consistenly applied by those performing audit and attest services.
URL:https://sc.cpa/event/liaa03-27-the-new-quality-management-standards-what-everyone-needs-to-know-post-implementation/
CATEGORIES:Livestream
ORGANIZER;CN="Jennifer Louis%2C CPA":MAILTO:jlouis@emergentgroup.net
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260708T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260708T111000
DTSTAMP:20260612T041034Z
CREATED:20260515T011713Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260612T041034Z
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SUMMARY:(LIAA04/27) Audit Quality Control – Avoiding Peer Review Deficiencies
DESCRIPTION:Event Description\nUpper-level reviewers have significant responsibilities for ensuring high-quality audit engagements. Unfortunately\, deficient audits have serious negative consequences for both the CPA firm and the profession as a whole. This module highlights the most important considerations for those at all levels of the engagement team with quality control responsibilities on audit engagements. \nObjectives\n\nRecall common peer review and quality control deficiencies on financial statement audits \nRecognize important quality management standards most directly relevant to audits \nExplain the importance of upper level workpaper reviews\, including an objective engagement quality control review
URL:https://sc.cpa/event/liaa04-27-audit-quality-control-avoiding-peer-review-deficiencies/
CATEGORIES:Livestream
ORGANIZER;CN="Jennifer Louis%2C CPA":MAILTO:jlouis@emergentgroup.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260708T112000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260708T130000
DTSTAMP:20260613T043747Z
CREATED:20260515T011114Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260613T043747Z
UID:10005800-1783509600-1783515600@sc.cpa
SUMMARY:(LIAA05/27) Common Peer Review Deficencies and How to Avoid Them
DESCRIPTION:Event Description\nRequired Peer Reviews are an important element for ensuring high quality audit and attest services are being offered by CPAs. This course will explore the most common deficiencies identified through the Peer Review program\, so that CPAs know what potential problems to avoid. \nObjectives\nList common nonconforming trends being discovered in recent peer reviews. Recall potential quality management issues to avoid when providing audit and attest services
URL:https://sc.cpa/event/liaa05-27-common-peer-review-defiicencies-and-how-to-avoid-them/
CATEGORIES:Livestream
ORGANIZER;CN="Jennifer Louis%2C CPA":MAILTO:jlouis@emergentgroup.net
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260716T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260716T162000
DTSTAMP:20260612T041113Z
CREATED:20260515T010521Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260612T041113Z
UID:10005729-1784206800-1784218800@sc.cpa
SUMMARY:(LIAA06/27) Passing Your Peer Review - The Latest Issues and Trends
DESCRIPTION:Event Description\nFirms enrolled in the AICPA Peer Review Program have accountabilty for cooperating with the process and taking necessary corrective action. This course will hilight the latest issues and trends releveant to that obligation. \nObjectives\nRecall “what’s new” with the peer review process List common nonconforming trends being discovered in recent peer reviews Recognize how to mitigate risks faced by all CPAs in performing professional services.
URL:https://sc.cpa/event/liaa06-27-passing-your-peer-review-the-latest-issues-and-trends/
CATEGORIES:Livestream
ORGANIZER;CN="Jennifer Louis%2C CPA":MAILTO:jlouis@emergentgroup.net
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260805T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260805T115000
DTSTAMP:20260529T041309Z
CREATED:20260515T005911Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260529T041309Z
UID:10005673-1785918600-1785930600@sc.cpa
SUMMARY:(LIAA07/27) Nonprofit Internal Control - Practical Insights into Mitigating Financial Reporting\, Compliance and Other Risks
DESCRIPTION:Event Description\nThere is simply no denying that a sufficiently designed and effectively operating system of internal controls over reliable financial reporting is more important than ever. The primary objective of this course is to give participants “hands-on” practice in designing\, evaluating\, and communicating conclusions related to design and operating effectiveness of internal controls over reliable financial reporting and other risks for nonprofit environments. \nObjectives\n\nDescribe critical concepts promulgated by COSO’s internal control and enterprise-wide risk management \nExplain best practices for designing\, implementing and monitoring internal controls over reliable financial reporting \nApply exercises and case studies to reinforce fundamental theory through “real-life” scenarios that both internal and external accounting personnel performing internal control-related activities in the nonprofit industry
URL:https://sc.cpa/event/liaa07-27-nonprofit-internal-control-practical-insights-into-mitigating-financial-reporting-compliance-and-other-risks/
CATEGORIES:Livestream
ORGANIZER;CN="Jennifer Louis%2C CPA":MAILTO:jlouis@emergentgroup.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260813T102000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260813T120000
DTSTAMP:20260528T165626Z
CREATED:20260515T011617Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260528T165626Z
UID:10005855-1786616400-1786622400@sc.cpa
SUMMARY:(LIAA16/27) Auditing Bits in BytesTM – A Practical Break-Down of “Real World” Best Practices Applied in Highly Successful Audits:  \nSegment 1: Pre-Engagement
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• Describe the important judgment calls that are made before the audit engagement even begins• Explain the impact of engagement acceptance and continuance decisions and activities on the rest of the audit process• Apply professional judgment early in the audit to establish the foundation for a high quality and profitable engagement
URL:https://sc.cpa/event/liaa16-27-auditing-bits-in-bytestm-a-practical-break-down-of-real-world-best-practices-applied-in-highly-successful-audits-segment-1-pre-engagement/
CATEGORIES:Livestream
ORGANIZER;CN="Jennifer Louis%2C CPA":MAILTO:jlouis@emergentgroup.net
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260908T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260908T101000
DTSTAMP:20260529T041220Z
CREATED:20260515T011113Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260529T041220Z
UID:10005799-1788856200-1788862200@sc.cpa
SUMMARY:(LIAA20/27) Auditing Bits in BytesTM – Segment 5: Performing Meaningful Substantive Testing
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•Describe how to perform the substantive audit procedures comprising the detailed audit plan.    •Explain common deficiencies in performing and documenting further audit procedures\, including both tests of details and substantive analytic procedures.  •Apply professional judgment and best practices for an effective and efficient audit.
URL:https://sc.cpa/event/liaa20-27-auditing-bits-in-bytestm-segment-5-performing-meaningful-substantive-testing/
CATEGORIES:Livestream
ORGANIZER;CN="Jennifer Louis%2C CPA":MAILTO:jlouis@emergentgroup.net
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260908T102000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260908T120000
DTSTAMP:20260626T041138Z
CREATED:20260515T010608Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260626T041138Z
UID:10005741-1788862800-1788868800@sc.cpa
SUMMARY:(LIET06/27) Professional Skepticism – Creating a Mindset for Finding Fraud and Error
DESCRIPTION:Event Description\nThe public places high value assurance services provided by an external public accountant\, as the CPA’s involvement directly enhances the degree of confidence intended users can place on the financial statements to make economic decisions. A proper mindset\, including professional skepticism\, is a critical feature of a high-quality audit or other attest service. Professional skepticism is an essential attitude that enhances the ability to identify and respond to conditions that may indicate possible material misstatement\, whether due to fraud or error. \nObjectives\n\n• Recognize traits of a skeptical auditor. • Explain applying professional skepticism on any assurance service. • Recall fraud\, including examples of fraud indicators. • Identify the auditor’s responsibility for identifying and responding to fraud in a financial statement audit.
URL:https://sc.cpa/event/liet06-27-professional-skepticism-creating-a-mindset-for-finding-fraud-and-error/
CATEGORIES:Livestream
ORGANIZER;CN="Jennifer Louis%2C CPA":MAILTO:jlouis@emergentgroup.net
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260908T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260908T144000
DTSTAMP:20260529T041017Z
CREATED:20260515T010825Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260529T041017Z
UID:10005766-1788872400-1788878400@sc.cpa
SUMMARY:(LIAA21/27) Revenue Recognition in an Environment of Uncertainty
DESCRIPTION:Event Description\nApplying Topic 606 in an environment of uncertainty can be especially challenging. This course will discuss the proper application of the revenue recognition model when facts and circumstances are changing. \nObjectives\nRecognize challenges with judgments made in applying the revenue recognition model in uncertain times. \nApply appropriate accounting in accordance with Topic 606.
URL:https://sc.cpa/event/liaa21-27-revenue-recognition-in-an-environment-of-uncertainty/
CATEGORIES:Livestream
ORGANIZER;CN="Jennifer Louis%2C CPA":MAILTO:jlouis@emergentgroup.net
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260908T145000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260908T163000
DTSTAMP:20260530T041014Z
CREATED:20260515T010525Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260530T041014Z
UID:10005736-1788879000-1788885000@sc.cpa
SUMMARY:(LIMG02/27) Supervisor Skills - Coaching Staff to Stay on the Right Track
DESCRIPTION:Event Description\nBeing a successful coach requires tackling various responsibilities\, including motivating\, providing positive and constructive feedback\, and otherwise getting the best performance out of engagement team members in the given situation. This module provides tips and techniques for critical coaching responsibilities. \nObjectives\n\nRecall how to motivate teams for engagement success \nExplain the appropriate use of different coaching styles appropriately matched to the circumstances \nDescribe a process for engaging in difficult conversations \nRecall a process for giving constructive feedback and creating professional development plans
URL:https://sc.cpa/event/limg02-27-supervisor-skills-coaching-staff-to-stay-on-the-right-track/
CATEGORIES:Livestream
ORGANIZER;CN="Jennifer Louis%2C CPA":MAILTO:jlouis@emergentgroup.net
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260923T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260923T163000
DTSTAMP:20260502T041132Z
CREATED:20260430T202508Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260502T041132Z
UID:10005612-1790152200-1790181000@sc.cpa
SUMMARY:(MERHROAD/27) Rock Hill  SC.CPA Roadshow
DESCRIPTION:Event Description\nJoin us for our PIU Roadshow—SC.CPA’s opportunity for CPAs to connect\, engage\, and learn from industry experts while staying current on what matters most. Each stop features a Professional Issues Update and Regulatory Ethics update\, alongside timely Accounting & Auditing and Tax sessions designed for real-world application. Expect practical insights\, key updates you can use immediately\, and a strong focus on protecting and advancing the CPA profession in South Carolina. Whether you attend for one track or the full day\, you’ll leave informed\, prepared\, and better equipped to support clients and your organization.
URL:https://sc.cpa/event/merhroad-27-rock-hill-sc-cpa-roadshow/
LOCATION:Manchester Meadows Soccer Complex\, 337 Mt Gallant Rd E\, Rock Hill\, SC\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-Person
ORGANIZER;CN="J. William Strickland%2C CPA%2C MBA%2C JD":MAILTO:wstrickland@jwspa.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260924T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260924T163000
DTSTAMP:20260502T041126Z
CREATED:20260430T202507Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260502T041126Z
UID:10005611-1790238600-1790267400@sc.cpa
SUMMARY:(MECOROAD/27) Columbia SC.CPA Roadshow
DESCRIPTION:Event Description\nJoin us for our PIU Roadshow—SC.CPA’s opportunity for CPAs to connect\, engage\, and learn from industry experts while staying current on what matters most. Each stop features a Professional Issues Update and Regulatory Ethics update\, alongside timely Accounting & Auditing and Tax sessions designed for real-world application. Expect practical insights\, key updates you can use immediately\, and a strong focus on protecting and advancing the CPA profession in South Carolina. Whether you attend for one track or the full day\, you’ll leave informed\, prepared\, and better equipped to support clients and your organization.
URL:https://sc.cpa/event/mecoroad-27-columbia-sc-cpa-roadshow/
LOCATION:Hilton Garden Inn Harbison\, 434 Columbiana Dr\, Columbia\, SC\, United States
CATEGORIES:In-Person
ORGANIZER;CN="Jacque M. Curtin%2C CPA%2C CGMA":MAILTO:jacque@sc.cpa
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261006T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261006T115000
DTSTAMP:20260529T041633Z
CREATED:20260515T011019Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260529T041633Z
UID:10005793-1791275400-1791287400@sc.cpa
SUMMARY:(LIAA22/27) Annual Accounting and Financial Reporting Update
DESCRIPTION:Event Description\nThis course focuses on explaining the theory behind major issues and trends\, enabling professionals to understand the most important aspects of relevant technical standards related to accounting and financial reporting. \nObjectives\n\nIdentify “hot topics” in accounting and financial reporting \nRecall “plain language” explanations of current and emerging U.S. GAAP requirements
URL:https://sc.cpa/event/liaa22-27-annual-accounting-and-financial-reporting-update/
CATEGORIES:Livestream
ORGANIZER;CN="Jennifer Louis%2C CPA":MAILTO:jlouis@emergentgroup.net
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261007T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261007T101000
DTSTAMP:20260529T041515Z
CREATED:20260515T010912Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260529T041515Z
UID:10005774-1791361800-1791367800@sc.cpa
SUMMARY:(LIAA23/27) Auditing Bits in BytesTM – A Practical Break-Down of “Real World” Best Practices Applied in Highly Successful Audits: \nSegment 2: Planning and Pr
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 the initial information that should be gathered in order to have a proper basis for important decisions made in early planning and risk assessment \nExplain how proper planning sets the stage for how much audit effort will be spent on the engagement \nApply professional judgment in identifying risk that will ultimately be used at the basis for designing the detailed audit plan \nRecall how preliminary planning and risk assessment activities are not just “check off the box” tasks\, but meaningful judgments that directly influence audit effectiveness and efficiency
URL:https://sc.cpa/event/liaa23-27-auditing-bits-in-bytestm-a-practical-break-down-of-real-world-best-practices-applied-in-highly-successful-audits-segment-2-planning-and-pr/
CATEGORIES:Livestream
ORGANIZER;CN="Jennifer Louis%2C CPA":MAILTO:jlouis@emergentgroup.net
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261007T102000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261007T134000
DTSTAMP:20260529T041524Z
CREATED:20260515T010208Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260529T041524Z
UID:10005704-1791368400-1791380400@sc.cpa
SUMMARY:(LIAA24/27) Avoiding Peer Review Deficiencies and Professional Liability in Public Accounting
DESCRIPTION:Event Description\nPeer review deficiencies and professional liability claims result from both audit and nonaudit services. This course will provide best practices for avoiding legal liability and quality control concerns for a wide variety of professional services offered by public accountants. \nObjectives\n• Recall the nature of risks faced when performing a variety of professional services for clients. • Explain how to mitigate risks faced by all CPAs in performing professional services. • List best practices for maintaining quality control for all professional engagements.
URL:https://sc.cpa/event/liaa24-27-avoiding-peer-review-deficiencies-and-professional-liability-in-public-accounting/
CATEGORIES:Livestream
ORGANIZER;CN="Jennifer Louis%2C CPA":MAILTO:jlouis@emergentgroup.net
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261022T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261022T101000
DTSTAMP:20260529T041624Z
CREATED:20260515T005708Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260529T041624Z
UID:10005645-1792657800-1792663800@sc.cpa
SUMMARY:(LIAA29/27) Auditing Revenue Recognition – Grasping the Higher Risks and Special Audit Considerations
DESCRIPTION:Event Description\nRevenue recognition is presumed to be a significant risk requiring special audit consideration for financial statement auditing purposes. This module will provide tips and techniques for obtaining sufficient and appropriate audit evidence to support conclusions related to accounting for revenues obtained from contracts with customers. \nObjectives\n\nIdentify typical revenue recognition risks\, including the impact of applying the newest revenue recognition model of Topic 606. \nExplain how to link the assessed risk of material misstatement to a detailed audit plan for revenue recognized in a contract with a customer. \nRecall special revenue recognition considerations\, such as contracts with financing elements\, multiple distinct performance obligations\, and more.
URL:https://sc.cpa/event/liaa29-27-auditing-revenue-recognition-grasping-the-higher-risks-and-special-audit-considerations/
CATEGORIES:Livestream
ORGANIZER;CN="Jennifer Louis%2C CPA":MAILTO:jlouis@emergentgroup.net
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261022T102000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261022T134000
DTSTAMP:20260530T041019Z
CREATED:20260515T010915Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260530T041019Z
UID:10005778-1792664400-1792676400@sc.cpa
SUMMARY:(LIMG03/27) Critical "Soft" Skills for CFOs and Controllers
DESCRIPTION:Event Description\nAccounting and finance managers and executives must demonstrate sound soft skills necessary for personal growth and organizational success. This course will provide insights into the most crtical personal skills critical for CFOs and Controllers – or those that want to be! \nObjectives\nDistinguish the traits of a manager vs. a leader. \nRecognize how to best interact and communicate with others.  \nList tips for hiring and developing millenials and beyond. \nRecall change management best practices to lead entity initiatives.
URL:https://sc.cpa/event/limg03-27-critical-soft-skills-for-cfos-and-controllers/
CATEGORIES:Livestream
ORGANIZER;CN="Jennifer Louis%2C CPA":MAILTO:jlouis@emergentgroup.net
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261104T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261104T101000
DTSTAMP:20260529T041128Z
CREATED:20260515T010726Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260529T041128Z
UID:10005759-1793781000-1793787000@sc.cpa
SUMMARY:(LIAA30/27) Accounting Estimates\, Including Fair Value- Evaluating the Property of Areas With Uncertainity
DESCRIPTION:Event Description\nAccounting estimates are an approximation of a monetary amount in the absence of a precise means of measurement. The risks of material misstatement for areas of estimation tend to be higher due to the dependence on future events and the intended actions of management. This module will discuss tips and techniques for gathering sufficient appropriate audit evidence to support conclusions related to accounting estimates. \nObjectives\n\nList typical areas of estimation and related audit risks. \nExplain how to link the assessed risk of material misstatement to a detailed audit plan. \nRecall the importance of challenging management’s assumptions when auditing estimates. \nDescribe fair value modeling techniques\, including for non-readily marketable investments .\nDescribe how to properly evaluate the sufficiency and appropriateness of audit evidence and resulting conclusions when there is accounting uncertainty.
URL:https://sc.cpa/event/liaa30-27-accounting-estimates-including-fair-value-evaluating-the-property-of-areas-with-uncertainity/
CATEGORIES:Livestream
ORGANIZER;CN="Jennifer Louis%2C CPA":MAILTO:jlouis@emergentgroup.net
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261104T102000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261104T134000
DTSTAMP:20260613T044338Z
CREATED:20260515T005621Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260613T044338Z
UID:10005642-1793787600-1793799600@sc.cpa
SUMMARY:(LIMG04/27) Critical Technical Skills for CFOs and Controllers
DESCRIPTION:Event Description\nAccounting and finance managers and executives must demonstrate sound technical and analytical skills necessary for personal growth and organizational success. This course will provide insights into the most critical technical and analytical skills needed by CFOs and Controllers – or those that want to be! \nObjectives\nRecognize the benefits of taking a methodical approach to strategic and business planning. \nRecall how to design useful key performance metrics. \nList common methods for analyzing financial statements \nIdentify how to assist in Enterprise-Wide Risk Management.
URL:https://sc.cpa/event/limg04-27-critical-technical-skills-for-cfos-and-controllers/
CATEGORIES:Livestream
ORGANIZER;CN="Jennifer Louis%2C CPA":MAILTO:jlouis@emergentgroup.net
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261104T135000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261104T153000
DTSTAMP:20260529T041316Z
CREATED:20260515T010124Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260529T041316Z
UID:10005690-1793800200-1793806200@sc.cpa
SUMMARY:(LIAA31/27) The Audit Risk Model – Understanding Foundational Principles
DESCRIPTION:Event Description\nFinancial statement auditors are engaged to provide reasonable assurance that financial statements are not materially misstated\, whether due to fraud or error. Professional standards require auditors to obtain sufficient and appropriate evidence to support that opinion. It is critical for effective and efficient auditors to have a clear understanding of all the important elements and concepts related to properly identifying\, evaluating\, and deciding how to respond to risk in a financial statement audit. \nObjectives\n\nRecall the basis for an audit \nExplain the auditor’s professional responsibilities \nIdentify important audit concepts\, such as materiality \nExplain the foundational principles of the audit risk formula \nRecognize considerations when Identifying and assessing risk of material misstatement
URL:https://sc.cpa/event/liaa31-27-the-audit-risk-model-understanding-foundational-principles/
CATEGORIES:Livestream
ORGANIZER;CN="Jennifer Louis%2C CPA":MAILTO:jlouis@emergentgroup.net
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261112T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261112T101000
DTSTAMP:20260529T041525Z
CREATED:20260515T010016Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260529T041525Z
UID:10005688-1794472200-1794478200@sc.cpa
SUMMARY:(LIAA34/27) Yellow Book Update
DESCRIPTION:Event Description\nThis course will cover the latest in independence\, quality control\, audit planning\, and more required by Government Auditing Standards (Yellow Book). \nObjectives\nList important requirements of Government Auditing Standards o Explain important areas of emphasis within the Yellow Book.
URL:https://sc.cpa/event/liaa34-27-yellow-book-update/
CATEGORIES:Livestream
ORGANIZER;CN="Jennifer Louis%2C CPA":MAILTO:jlouis@emergentgroup.net
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261112T102000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261112T120000
DTSTAMP:20260529T041310Z
CREATED:20260515T010524Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260529T041310Z
UID:10005735-1794478800-1794484800@sc.cpa
SUMMARY:(LIAA35/27) Accounting and Reporting Long-Term Debt
DESCRIPTION:Event Description\nDebt is typically a critical component of the financial statements\, impacting the economic decisions of financial statement users. This course will address common issues that may impact the proper presentation and disclosure of debt\, including debt covenant compliance and other issues that impact classification of the liability between current vs. noncurrent. \nObjectives\nDiscuss accounting implications for hybrid debt and equity instruments.
URL:https://sc.cpa/event/liaa35-27-accounting-and-reporting-long-term-debt/
CATEGORIES:Livestream
ORGANIZER;CN="Jennifer Louis%2C CPA":MAILTO:jlouis@emergentgroup.net
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261112T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261112T144000
DTSTAMP:20260529T041323Z
CREATED:20260515T011221Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260529T041323Z
UID:10005828-1794488400-1794494400@sc.cpa
SUMMARY:(LIAA36/27) Auditing Bits in BytesTM – A Practical Break-Down of “Real World” Best Practices Applied in Highly Successful Audits: \nSegment 3: Evaluating the
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 the requirement to evaluate the design and implementation of internal control as part of the risk assessment process. \nExplain the considerations when deciding whether it is necessary or desirable to test the operating effectiveness of internal controls to reduce assessed risk of material misstatement. \nApply best practices in understanding one of the most commonly misunderstood and misapplied aspects of the audit process.
URL:https://sc.cpa/event/liaa36-27-auditing-bits-in-bytestm-a-practical-break-down-of-real-world-best-practices-applied-in-highly-successful-audits-segment-3-evaluating-the/
CATEGORIES:Livestream
ORGANIZER;CN="Jennifer Louis%2C CPA":MAILTO:jlouis@emergentgroup.net
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261112T145000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261112T163000
DTSTAMP:20260529T041523Z
CREATED:20260515T010422Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260529T041523Z
UID:10005726-1794495000-1794501000@sc.cpa
SUMMARY:(LIAA37/27) Leases Accounting under Topic 842 – Answers to FAQ After Implementation
DESCRIPTION:Event Description\nLease accounting under FASB ASC 842 is now fully effective for all entities. Transitioning to new GAAP always leads to implementation issues and concerns. This course will answer the most common questions asked related to the latest lease accounting and financial reporting requirements after adoption and transition. \nObjectives\n\nList significant requirements of Topic 842 lease accounting and reporting \nRecall answers to FAQ related to lease accounting and reporting after adopiton
URL:https://sc.cpa/event/liaa37-27-leases-accounting-under-topic-842-answers-to-faq-after-implementation/
CATEGORIES:Livestream
ORGANIZER;CN="Jennifer Louis%2C CPA":MAILTO:jlouis@emergentgroup.net
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261216T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261216T101000
DTSTAMP:20260529T041624Z
CREATED:20260515T010827Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260529T041624Z
UID:10005767-1797409800-1797415800@sc.cpa
SUMMARY:(LIAA38/27) Auditing Bits in BytesTM – A Practical Break-Down of “Real World” Best Practices Applied in Highly Successful Audits: \nSegment 4: Linking Assesse
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 properly identify\, evaluate\, document and respond to risks of material misstatement due to either fraud or error. \nExplain how to link assessed risk of material misstatement to the design of the nature\, timing and extent of further audit procedures. \nApply best practices for effective and efficient audit engagements that rely on a meaningful risk assessment process.
URL:https://sc.cpa/event/liaa38-27-auditing-bits-in-bytestm-a-practical-break-down-of-real-world-best-practices-applied-in-highly-successful-audits-segment-4-linking-assesse/
CATEGORIES:Livestream
ORGANIZER;CN="Jennifer Louis%2C CPA":MAILTO:jlouis@emergentgroup.net
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261216T102000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261216T120000
DTSTAMP:20260529T041129Z
CREATED:20260515T011118Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260529T041129Z
UID:10005808-1797416400-1797422400@sc.cpa
SUMMARY:(LIAA39/27) PCAOB and SEC Update
DESCRIPTION:Event Description\nIt is imperative for public companies to produce quality financial reporting. This course will share insights into the latest SEC and PCAOB areas of emphasis and concern. \nObjectives\n\nIdentify areas of focus by the SEC\, new rules\, and developments by the PCAOB. \nList SEC comment letters and areas of PCAOB emphasis to help registrants improve the quality of financial reporting. \nRecall enforcement actions by the SEC.
URL:https://sc.cpa/event/liaa39-27-pcaob-and-sec-update/
CATEGORIES:Livestream
ORGANIZER;CN="Jennifer Louis%2C CPA":MAILTO:jlouis@emergentgroup.net
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261216T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261216T144000
DTSTAMP:20260529T041213Z
CREATED:20260515T011618Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260529T041213Z
UID:10005856-1797426000-1797432000@sc.cpa
SUMMARY:(LIAA40/27) Sampling - Avoiding Common Mistakes on Financial Statement and Compliance Audits
DESCRIPTION:Event Description\nSampling is an important method for determining the extent of testing controls\, testing compliance\, and tests of substantive details. It allows the auditor to apply procedures to less than 100% of the population yet extend results to project likely conclusions about the entire population. This module will describe the proper process for both attribute testing and variable sampling in financial statement and compliance audits. \nObjectives\n\nRecall generally accepted audit requirements related to sampling applications. \nDifferentiate attribute testing for tests of controls or compliance from sampling for substantive assurance in tests of details. \nExplain special considerations related to testing in compliance audits performed in accordance with Uniform Guidance. \nIdentify common sampling-related audit deficiencies.
URL:https://sc.cpa/event/liaa40-27-sampling-avoiding-common-mistakes-on-financial-statement-and-compliance-audits/
CATEGORIES:Livestream
ORGANIZER;CN="Jennifer Louis%2C CPA":MAILTO:jlouis@emergentgroup.net
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20270105T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20270105T101000
DTSTAMP:20260529T041630Z
CREATED:20260515T005907Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260529T041630Z
UID:10005666-1799137800-1799143800@sc.cpa
SUMMARY:(LIAA41/27) Analytical Procedures – Comprehending Financial Statement Audit Fundamentals
DESCRIPTION:Event Description\nProperly designing\, documenting and evaluating results of analytic review procedures is critical for performing an effective and efficient audit engagement. This module will provide the tips and techniques necessary to gather sufficient appropriate audit evidence to support conclusions using analytic procedures common to financial statement audits. \nObjectives\n\nLink preliminary analytic review results to assessed risk of material misstatement. \nPerform final overall analysis of audit results.\nRecall audit standard requirements\, including minimum documentation for substantive analytic procedures. \nDesign typical substantive analytical procedures. \nIdentify quality control deficiencies in substantive analytic procedures.
URL:https://sc.cpa/event/liaa41-27-analytical-procedures-comprehending-financial-statement-audit-fundamentals/
CATEGORIES:Livestream
ORGANIZER;CN="Jennifer Louis%2C CPA":MAILTO:jlouis@emergentgroup.net
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20270105T102000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20270105T120000
DTSTAMP:20260529T041015Z
CREATED:20260515T011617Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260529T041015Z
UID:10005854-1799144400-1799150400@sc.cpa
SUMMARY:(LIAA42/27) Auditing Bits in BytesTM – A Practical Break-Down of “Real World” Best Practices Applied in Highly Successful Audits:\nSegment 6: General Procedur
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 all activities that occur during the engagement wrap-up phase of the engagement\, which includes general audit procedures\, audit report drafting\, and audit report release. \nExplain how this phase of the engagement can easily unravel all good intentions as it relates to audit quality and profitability. \nApply professional judgment and best practices for an effective and efficient engagement.
URL:https://sc.cpa/event/liaa42-27-auditing-bits-in-bytestm-a-practical-break-down-of-real-world-best-practices-applied-in-highly-successful-auditssegment-6-general-procedur/
CATEGORIES:Livestream
ORGANIZER;CN="Jennifer Louis%2C CPA":MAILTO:jlouis@emergentgroup.net
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