Developing a strong risk management culture

Successful leaders are anticipatory, understanding the potential effect and wider implications of risks.

You can guide staff and correct behaviors with policies and procedures. But to fully actualize a risk management culture, leaders must convey integrity and must step up their commitment to enterprise risk management (ERM).

Enterprise risk management means dealing with uncertainty. It requires leaders to make informed decisions managing people, processes and technology.

In this webcast, you'll learn what it means to be an anticipatory leader,
the five levels of defense in risk management and much more.

Learning Objectives:
· Distinguish what it means to be an anticipatory leader.
· Compare the various roles and individual responsibilities in risk management.
· Apply the 80/20 perspective applied to enterprise risk management.
· Calculate the five levels of defense in risk management as it relates to leadership roles.
· Determine action steps for the board and executive leadership team.

Who will benefit:
Accountants and finance professionals, practitioners of all levels

THIS IS AN AICPA HOSTED WEBCAST. YOU WILL LAUNCH THE COURSE FROM YOUR OSCPA LEARNING CENTER. AICPA WILL ISSUE AND MAINTAIN YOUR CREDITS. PLEASE MAKE SURE TO DOWNLOAD YOUR CPE CERTIFICATE FROM AICPA WEBCAST PORTAL AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE WEBCAST.

In the course of legal actions, payments may be made pursuant to a final disposition of a court case or a mutually agreed-upon settlement. This course will cover the tax implications for payments made for personal injury, emotional distress, lost wages, punitive awards, pre- and post-judgement interest, contract claims, among other damages. This event may be a rebroadcast of a live event and the instructor will be available to answer your questions during the event.

The major topics covered in this class include:

• Types of damages or remedies that can be awarded or agreed upon pursuant to litigation
• Review of the Internal Revenue Code and regulations governing the taxation of various types of litigation payments
• Suggestions for drafting pleadings or settlement agreements

Who will benefit: This course is suitable for Corporate tax and finance personnel, CPAs, CAs EAs, accountants, attorneys and business/financial advisors. All in-house and public practice tax professionals will benefit from this timely and insightful seminar.

THIS WEBCAST IS HOSTED ON CPA CROSSINGS PLATFORM. ATTENDEES WILL RECEIVE INSTRUCTIONS ON HOW TO ATTEND THE WEBCAST VIA E-MAIL.

The guidance you need.
Understand the concepts and standards of generally accepted government auditing standards (GAGAS) so that you can perform Yellow Book audits.

Gain an excellent baseline of information for understanding the Yellow Book, with guidance found in the Government Auditing Standards.

With guidance related to independence and peer review, increase your knowledge of the requirements and application guidance related to the following:
- Ethics
- Independence
- Standards for financial audits
- Attestation engagements
- Performance audits

Learning Objectives:
· Distinguish the types of engagements that are performed under generally accepted government auditing standards (GAGAS).
· Recognize the requirements found in Government Auditing Standards (Yellow Book).
· Identify the requirements and guidance related to independence.
· Recall the requirements regarding CPE, professional judgment, quality control, and peer review under GAGAS.
· Identify the additional requirements for performing and reporting on a financial audit under GAGAS.
· Recall the requirements for performing attestation and review of financial statement engagements and performance audits under GAGAS.

Who will benefit:
Government auditors and public accountants who will be planning or conducting engagements in accordance with *Government Auditing Standards*.

THIS IS AN AICPA HOSTED WEBCAST. YOU WILL LAUNCH THE COURSE FROM YOUR OSCPA LEARNING CENTER. AICPA WILL ISSUE AND MAINTAIN YOUR CREDITS. PLEASE MAKE SURE TO DOWNLOAD YOUR CPE CERTIFICATE FROM AICPA WEBCAST PORTAL AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE WEBCAST.

Advance is a bi-yearly, comprehensive program that's free for members! 

Join us as we touch on topics within each learning competency and provide a high-level overview of what's ahead in the coming months. This 3-hour presentation is led by OSCPA President and CEO, Scott Wiley, CAE, and features short video interviews with experts in important sectors of the profession. There is also a LIVE Q&A with Scott at the end of the program.

Don't miss out on this fresh content and three hours of complimentary CPE!

Disclaimer: Per CPE rules you can only claim credit once per reporting period for the same course. We ask you to only enroll in one Advance session per event (i.e. Spring Advance and Fall Advance).

Advance is a bi-yearly, comprehensive program that's free for members! 

Join us as we touch on topics within each learning competency and provide a high-level overview of what's ahead in the coming months. This 3-hour presentation is led by OSCPA President and CEO, Scott Wiley, CAE, and features short video interviews with experts in important sectors of the profession. There is also a LIVE Q&A with Scott at the end of the program.

Don't miss out on this fresh content and three hours of complimentary CPE!

Disclaimer: Per CPE rules you can only claim credit once per reporting period for the same course. We ask you to only enroll in one Advance session per event (i.e. Spring Advance and Fall Advance).

Advance is a bi-yearly, comprehensive program that's free for members! 

Join us as we touch on topics within each learning competency and provide a high-level overview of what's ahead in the coming months. This 3-hour presentation is led by OSCPA President and CEO, Scott Wiley, CAE, and features short video interviews with experts in important sectors of the profession. There is also a LIVE Q&A with Scott at the end of the program.

Don't miss out on this fresh content and three hours of complimentary CPE!

Disclaimer: Per CPE rules you can only claim credit once per reporting period for the same course. We ask you to only enroll in one Advance session per event (i.e. Spring Advance and Fall Advance).

Advance is a bi-yearly, comprehensive program that's free for members! 

Join us as we touch on topics within each learning competency and provide a high-level overview of what's ahead in the coming months. This 3-hour presentation is led by OSCPA President and CEO, Scott Wiley, CAE, and features short video interviews with experts in important sectors of the profession. There is also a LIVE Q&A with Scott at the end of the program.

Don't miss out on this fresh content and three hours of complimentary CPE!

Disclaimer: Per CPE rules you can only claim credit once per reporting period for the same course. We ask you to only enroll in one Advance session per event (i.e. Spring Advance and Fall Advance).

Perform EBP audits confidently and effectively

Auditors require proper skills to perform EBP engagements effectively. Tap into ways to plan and conduct audits and comply with professional standards while maximizing efficiency.

Learn the complete audit process - from engagement acceptance to reporting in this all-new webcast. Employee benefit plan (EBP) audit engagements are continually scrutinized by regulators and peer reviewers due to the history of noncompliance with applicable professional standards. Join us to review additional considerations when auditing the various types of EBPs to avoid common compliance issues.

Learning Objectives:
· Recognize accounting and auditing requirements for a compliant audit of EBPs.
· Identify appropriate audit procedures to plan, perform, and report on EBP financial statements.
· Recognize new auditing, accounting, and regulatory developments impacting EBP audits.

Who will benefit:
· Auditors of employee benefit plans
· Practitioners considering the addition of EBP audits as a service offering
· Accountants in business and industry responsible for company benefits

THIS IS AN AICPA HOSTED WEBCAST. YOU WILL LAUNCH THE COURSE FROM YOUR OSCPA LEARNING CENTER. AICPA WILL ISSUE AND MAINTAIN YOUR CREDITS. PLEASE MAKE SURE TO DOWNLOAD YOUR CPE CERTIFICATE FROM AICPA WEBCAST PORTAL AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE WEBCAST.

Unlock the future of accounting excellence! Join us on May 15, 2024, from 10:00 am to noon EST, for an exhilarating virtual journey into the heart of AI-powered financial strategies.

Why Attend?

Stay Ahead: The digital revolution is sweeping through the CPA profession. Don’t just keep up—lead the charge! Discover how AI is reshaping the landscape and gain a competitive edge.

Comprehensive Insights: Our expert panel will delve into the latest AI technologies, demystifying their impact on financial processes. From predictive analytics to risk management, we’ve got you covered.

Strategic Vision: Understand how AI aligns with your long-term goals. Learn to harness its power for smarter decision-making, enhanced client services, and streamlined operations.

What’s in Store?

Emerging Technologies: Dive deep into the world of AI, exploring its applications in auditing, tax planning, and financial reporting.

Ethical Considerations: Responsible AI adoption is our mantra. Learn how to navigate the ethical tightrope and ensure compliance.

Case Studies: Real-world success stories! Witness how AI-driven solutions transformed mundane tasks into strategic triumphs.

Interactive Q&A: Engage with our seasoned experts. Ask the burning questions that keep you up at night.

Who Should Attend?

CPAs: Whether you’re a seasoned pro or just starting out, this guide is tailored to elevate your AI game.

Finance Professionals: CFOs, controllers, and financial analysts—this is your gateway to innovation.

Tax Wizards: Unleash AI’s magic in tax planning and compliance.

Remember, the future belongs to those who embrace change. Be the AI trailblazer your profession needs! 

Planning makes perfect

Learn to navigate the new auditing standards and revised auditor and client responsibilities in this all-new webcast. Join us to brush up on your 401(k) audit and reporting best practices to remain ERISA compliant.

After diving deeper in this webcast, you will be better equipped to:
- Understand client needs
- Determine materiality
- Perform risk assessment procedures
- Identify key differences between standard and modified audit reports

Learning Objectives:
· Identify important pre-engagement and planning considerations, including risk assessment.
· Distinguish between standard and modified reports.
· Recognize changes required due to new SAS implementation.
· Identify audit procedures commonly required in a 401(k) audit.

Who will benefit:
· Auditors of employee benefit plans
· Practitioners adding employee benefit plan audits to their service offerings
· Accountants in business and industry responsible for company benefits

THIS IS AN AICPA HOSTED WEBCAST. YOU WILL LAUNCH THE COURSE FROM YOUR OSCPA LEARNING CENTER. AICPA WILL ISSUE AND MAINTAIN YOUR CREDITS. PLEASE MAKE SURE TO DOWNLOAD YOUR CPE CERTIFICATE FROM AICPA WEBCAST PORTAL AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE WEBCAST.