Preparation, Compilation, and Review Engagements: Update and Review
4.00 Credits
Member Price $180
Non-Member Price $230
Overview
This course is designed to help those who supervise preparation, compilation, and review engagements adhere to professional standards by informing them of the latest developments and pertinent issues relevant to these engagements. Participants will gain insights into the U.S. business economy, peer review practices, FASB updates, and various aspects that influence preparation, compilation, and review engagements.
Highlights
• Overview of preparation, compilation and review guidance • Accounting and reporting issues • Current practice issues • Common de“ciencies in peer reviews • Current and future standard-setting projects
Prerequisites
Experience with engagements performed in accordance with SSARS
Designed For
CPA firm seniors (and above) managing engagements performed in accordance with SSARS prerequisite.
Objectives
When you complete this course, you will be able to: • Identify key economic factors and accountant’s responsibility for fraud. • Recognize recent SSARSs, accounting, and reporting developments. • Identify the professional standards and risk factors relevant to the performance of preparation, compilation, and review engagements.
Leader(s):
Leader Bios
Martin Birr, AICPA
Martin J. Birr, CPA, CMA, CIA, MBA is Trustee Lecturer in Accounting in the Kelley School of Business at Indiana University Indianapolis. He received his MBA in Corporate Finance and Entrepreneurial Studies from Indiana University and BS in Accounting from Manchester College. Mr. Birr has taught various financial and cost accounting classes. He is a member of and frequent speaker for the Indiana CPA Society and the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants. Martin is a past member and chairman of the Indiana CPA Society’s Ethics Committee. He presents various accounting, ethics, and management seminars throughout the year and maintains an active consulting practice.
Non-Member Price $230
Member Price $180