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No Tax on Overtime: Payroll Compliance
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Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $89
Overview of FLSA overtime provisions Definition of a workweek and the 40-hour threshold Time-and-a-half requirements and exclusions from overtime pay Exempt vs. nonexempt employee classifications Components of the regular rate of pay Treatment of bonuses, commissions, and other compensation Step-by-step overtime calculation examples Common compliance pitfalls and audit risk Documentation and payroll system considerations Case studies involving misclassification and miscalculation
Surgent's AI and Data Ethics in Accounting
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Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $119
Fundamental principles of AI and data ethics Importance of ethics in AI adoption Relevance of data ethics in accounting practices Frameworks for ethical AI implementation Ethical implications of AI in auditing and accounting Maintaining independence and objectivity Ensuring professional skepticism with AI tools Addressing ethical dilemmas in AI-driven audits Algorithmic bias and fairness in AI systems Identifying and understanding algorithmic bias Strategies to ensure fairness in AI models Case studies on bias and fairness issues in accounting Regulatory requirements and guidelines Overview of national and international regulations (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA) Compliance with ethical standards in AI use Emerging guidelines from accounting bodies on AI ethics Strategies for ethical AI use in accounting Implementing ethical AI frameworks and tools Promoting transparency, accountability, and fairness Developing a culture of ethics in AI-enhanced accounting practices
Surgent's Stock vs. Asset Acquisitions of C Corporations
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Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $99
Advantages and disadvantages to buyer and seller of an asset acquisition and a stock acquisition Tax treatment of consulting agreements and covenants not to compete Sale of personal goodwill associated with an asset acquisition Tax consequences associated with a stock acquisition and an asset acquisition Acquisitive reorganizations Non-tax issues that must be considered when a corporation is acquired
Surgent's Unconscious Bias in the Workplace
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Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $99
Introduction to Unconscious Bias The “5 Things To Know” Framework Schemas and Mental Shortcuts Types of Unconscious Bias Bias in Action: Workplace Impacts Microaggressions and Language The Four Stages of Competence Strategies for Change Tools and Resources
The Seven High Quality Questions that Lead to Success & Solutions
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Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $89
Tolerations Goal setting Gratitude Setting a 'tone' of success Priorities as a means to mindful living Reflection & Planning as tools to generate clarity & intention Connecting with the wise resource often overlooked in business models
Advanced IT Audit & Real-World Testing
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Online
3.00 Credits
Member Price: $109
Information Technology General Controls (ITGC) Testing Audit Execution Workpapers
Surgent's U.S. Taxation of Foreign Corporations: A Case Study Approach
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Online
3.00 Credits
Member Price: $149
Understand how to approach and analyze the U.S. taxation of foreign corporations Using an example, calculate tested income, Subpart F, and PFIC income inclusions for an individual and C corporation Determine how much foreign tax credit can be claimed against such income inclusions Determine how subsequent dividend distributions from the foreign corporation are taxed Calculate capital gain on the disposition of the foreign corporation Compare different outcomes and discuss the impact of Section 962 election Identify basic strategies for managing tax liabilities related to foreign corporations
Federal Tax Update for Individuals with Doug Van Der Aa
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Online
4.00 Credits
Member Price: $149
"Tax-mageddon" - the all-important impending expiration/extension/renewal of the TCJA Recent legislative, judicial, and IRS developments impacting individual taxpayers 2025 Tax rates and inflation-adjusted figures Cryptocurrency reporting and new Form 1099-DA Form 1099-K and previously unreported income Review of significant changes in individual tax forms Recent federal tax legislation, cases and rulings affecting income of individual taxpayers
The Essential FASB Update with Renee Rampulla
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Online
4.00 Credits
Member Price: $149
Hot GAAP topics Income Tax Disclosures Crypto Assets Governmental Grants Interim Reporting Lease Standard Post Implementation Review
Complete Guide to Analyze Data with Excel PivotTables
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Online
4.00 Credits
Member Price: $149
The major topics that will be covered in this course include:Introduction to PivotTables: Gain a solid understanding of what PivotTables are, their benefits in Excel, and how to prepare your data for creating effective PivotTables.Creating and Customizing PivotTables: Learn step-by-step how to build and format PivotTables, including filtering, sorting, and customizing layouts for optimal data analysis. Focus on Using PivotTables to Analyze Data: Explore techniques to summarize, group, and compare data with PivotTables, uncovering trends and insights for better decision-making.Advanced PivotTable Features: Discover advanced tools such as slicers, timelines, and using PowerPivot for deeper analytical capabilities. Data Visualization with PivotCharts: Learn to create PivotCharts from your PivotTables and customize them to visually present data insights effectively to stakeholders.
A Practical Guide to Trusts
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Online
8.00 Credits
Member Price: $250
Trustee responsibilities and trust administration Strategies for probate avoidance and efficient asset distribution Tax treatment of revocable living trusts Marital deductions and bypass trusts Uses of irrevocable trusts in estate planning Benefits of irrevocable life insurance trusts Multi-generational wealth planning with dynasty trusts Overview of estate planning tools: GRIT, GRAT, GRUT, and QPRT
Understanding and Creating an Internal Control System
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Online
8.00 Credits
Member Price: $239
The major topics covered in this course include:Underlying concepts of internal controlDefining where and why controls, policies and procedures are neededLegacy control measures that are still important for businesses todayCreating control measures that address the use and protection of technology
Profiles in Fraud
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Online
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $89
The major topics that will be covered in this course include:Real life fraudsters: what they did, how they got away with it, how they finally were caughtProfiles: the characteristics the fraud perpetrators have in commonTechniques to prevent and deter these common schemes
Consulting Services Secrets
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Online
1.00 Credits
Member Price: $39
Identifying a consulting specialty Building a practice and translating knowledge into products Managing consulting projects Marketing consulting projects Building a referral network Contingent fees Professional standards for consultants
Business Valuation - Asset Approach
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Online
1.00 Credits
Member Price: $39
Fundamentals of Business Valuation and Appraisal Standards The Asset Approach: Methods, Applications, and Analysis
Generation Intelligence: Navigating the Generational Divide
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Online
1.00 Credits
Member Price: $39
Generations
Beyond the Basics: Financial Ratios You Might Be Overlooking
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Online
1.00 Credits
Member Price: $55
The major topics that will be covered in this course include:Understanding Cost Behavior and Its Impact on Decision-MakingContribution Margin and Break-Even AnalysisMargin of Safety and Its Role in Risk ManagementOperating Leverage and Financial SensitivityAnalyzing Asset Turnover for Operational EfficiencyCash Conversion Cycle and Working Capital InsightsFree Cash Flow Yield as a Valuation Tool
Cryptocurrency Transactions: Navigating Federal Tax Rules
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Online
1.00 Credits
Member Price: $39
Review existing reporting rules Broker reporting requirements and Form 1099-DA Reporting crypto transactions Basis Safe Harbor Illustrative example
Functional Approach to Employee Benefits
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Online
1.50 Credits
Member Price: $79
Benefits Benefits Communications Total Rewards
Emerging Risks and Resilience - How Accountants and Finance are Leading - Part 2 Technology Disruption, Artificial Intelligence and Cybersecurity
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Online
1.60 Credits
Member Price: $79
Artificial Intelligence Emerging Risks for Acccountants and Finance Cybersecurity Risks