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Whether you have an hour during lunch or an entire day, LCPA provides quality, flexible options to fit your schedule. Look for the "See more dates" dropdown to view availability. Several events/classes produced by LCPA can be taken either LIVE (In-Person) or VIRTUAL—please ensure you register for the correct one.
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How AI Fits into the Accounting World
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Online/Webcast
2.00 Credits
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This session is designed as a primer to introduce artificial intelligence (AI) and to discuss how it will impact accountants as they work. The material will briefly explain what AI is and then focus on ways that it is already serving those in the accounting realm. It will close with a look at future AI-centric developments that will have great potential to positively impact the accounting profession. Those wishing to gain an understanding of what artificial intelligence is and how it will be used by accountants should consider attending this session. This event may be a rebroadcast of a live event and the instructor will be available to answer your questions during the event.
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IRC 1031 in the Real World: Practical Issues and Compliance
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Online/Webcast
2.00 Credits
This course provides a technical overview of IRC 1031 like-kind exchanges, focusing on the application of current law and regulations following the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act. Presented by a former IRS subject matter expert, the course is designed for practitioners who advise on, prepare, or review transactions involving real property exchanges. Participants will examine qualification requirements, definitions of real property, and the determination of like-kind versus non-like-kind property under Treasury Regulations. The course covers key concepts including relinquished and replacement property, boot, realized and recognized gain, and basis calculations. Additional topics include the interaction of 1031 with cost segregation studies, depreciation treatment under 1245 and 1250, replacement property basis allocation, depreciation of carryover and excess basis, and multi-property exchange rules. Practical compliance considerations relevant to tax return preparation and review are emphasized throughout. This event may be a rebroadcast of a live event and the instructor will be available to answer your questions during the event.
SOC 2 Reports - Structure, Usage, and Review
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Online/Webcast
1.00 Credits
This course provides a comprehensive overview of SOC 2 reports, focusing on their structure, purpose, and how to interpret and apply them in a compliance or risk management context. Participants will learn about the five Trust Services Criteria (Security, Availability, Processing Integrity, Confidentiality, and Privacy), the difference between Type I and Type II reports, and the key components of a SOC 2 report including the system description, management assertion, and testing results. The course also covers common pitfalls in relying on SOC 2 reports and best practices for evaluating scope, subservice providers, and complementary user controls. Designed for auditors, compliance professionals, and vendor risk reviewers, this session equips attendees to effectively analyze and apply SOC 2 reports in real-world scenarios. This event may be a rebroadcast of a live event and the instructor will be available to answer your questions during the event.
K2's Ten Must Know Features In Excel
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Online/Webcast
2.00 Credits
Most business professionals have used Excel for years, often without the benefit of any formal training. Thus, they don't know about key features in the application and, therefore, don't use them. Of course, this leads to inefficiencies and errors. Isn't it time to stop this madness? This session is for you if you're ready to become more efficient and effective with Excel! You will learn ten critical features that can help you get more work done in less time and improve your accuracy. We encourage you to make plans to join us for this session to learn the best ways of working with Excel!
Schedule K-1: What is it & What do I do with it?
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Online/Webcast
2.00 Credits
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This seminar offers a practical and in-depth exploration of IRS Schedule K-1, a critical reporting document issued to taxpayers with interests in pass-through entities such as Partnerships, S Corporations, and Estates or Trusts. Participants will gain a clear understanding of how to interpret and accurately report Schedule K-1 data on Form 1040, with emphasis on common income, deduction, and credit items. The course also demystifies the Qualified Business Income (QBI) Deduction, including eligibility criteria, reporting mechanics, and integration with K-1 data. Key compliance topics-such as basis and loss limitations, material participation rules, and passive activity considerations-will be addressed through practical examples. In addition, attendees will be briefed on recent developments affecting Schedules K-2 and K-3, ensuring they are equipped to navigate evolving international reporting requirements. This event may be a rebroadcast of a live event and the instructor will be available to answer your questions during the event.
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Surgent's Guide to Partner Capital Account Reporting
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Online/Webcast
2.00 Credits
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Accounting and finance professionals are responsible for presenting partner capital accounts on the tax basis. But what does this mean and how have rules changed in recent years regarding partner capital accounts? This webinar covers exactly that. For accounting and finance professionals preparing partnership 1065 forms, this course explains these complex rules in practical and understandable terms.
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Surgent's Understanding S Corporation Taxation: Compensation Issues and Entity-Level Taxes
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Online/Webcast
2.00 Credits
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Even though they have been around for several years, the tax laws pertaining to S corporations remain some of the more difficult areas of the Internal Revenue Code. In this course, we will examine how S corporations break away from the normal tax rules for flow-through entities. We will explore which employee benefits are disallowed for S corporation shareholders, as well as which taxes are assessed at the entity level. Finally, we will discuss how state level taxation may have changed permanently with the addition of PTE elections.
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All About Fraud - Examples, Prevention and Auditing
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Online/Webcast
4.00 Credits
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Fraud continues to make headlines, underscoring the importance of understanding how fraud occurs, how it can be prevented, and how auditors are expected to respond. This course begins with an overview of common fraud schemes identified in the 2026 Report to the Nations issued by the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners, along with key characteristics commonly observed among fraud perpetrators. The course then explores practical approaches organizations use to prevent and deter fraud, highlighting controls, policies, and cultural factors that can reduce fraud risk. Participants will also review recent fraud cases reported in the news to reinforce how these schemes manifest in real-world settings. The course concludes with a discussion of the auditor's responsibilities related to fraud under AU-C 240, including an overview of proposed changes to the fraud standards and what they may mean for future audit engagements. This event may be a rebroadcast of a live event and the instructor will be available to answer your questions during the event.
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Construction Contractors: Auditing Considerations
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Online/Webcast
4.00 Credits
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Auditing contract revenue can be challenging. Long-term contracts can be even more difficult. You'll gain the knowledge necessary to conduct a successful audit of contracts.
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ACPEN: Hands-On Tax Return Workshop – S Corporations (Form 1120S)
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Online/Webcast
8.00 Credits
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This case-driven training is designed to get the inexperienced accountant up to speed quickly in the most common areas of S-corporation taxation. The cornerstone of this course is the preparation of the Form 1120S using a fairly complex trial balance common to most S corporation income tax returns. *Please Note: If you need credit reported to the IRS for this IRS approved program, please download the IRS CE request form on the Course Materials Tab and submit to terri.storer@acpen.com
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An Exhaustive Look At Fraud and Ways To Control It
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Online/Webcast
8.00 Credits
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Fraud activities can be executed from within an organization, by parties outside an entity, or by both. Importantly, as the business world becomes more technological, the way fraud is carried out is changing. There must be an increased focus on understanding where new fraud vulnerabilities exist. In this session, we delve into the reasons that both internal and external intentional defalcations take place. The material discusses the new ways fraud is being actuated and looks at the factors driving those that undertake fraud. We spend time examining measures that can be implemented in order to stop fraud via the deployment of added security across the enterprise. This event may be a rebroadcast of a live event and the instructor will be available to answer your questions during the event.
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Surgent's Preparing C Corporation Tax Returns for New Staff and Paraprofessionals
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Online/Webcast
8.00 Credits
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This course is a great foundation to introduce new preparers to tax rules related to business returns. The course covers tax areas affecting all business entities, providing a solid basis for staff to handle business entity returns. Such business tax topics include the sale of assets used in a trade or business (Form 4797), depreciation (Form 4562), deductible and nondeductible items, and the basics of uniform capitalization. The objective of this course is to train new staff accountants, data processing employees, paraprofessionals, and bookkeepers to prepare complicated federal corporate income tax returns. It is a hands-on and practical course, with extra emphasis on changes to forms under new tax law.
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Surgent's Preparing Individual Tax Returns for New Staff and Paraprofessionals
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Online/Webcast
8.00 Credits
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The objective of this course is to train new staff accountants, data processing employees, paraprofessionals, and bookkeepers to prepare a moderately complex federal individual income tax return (Form 1040). Over the years, thousands of new staff have received practical, hands-on experience to become familiar with tax forms. This course covers the latest tax law changes, making it essential for your new staff.
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Cybersecurity: Protecting Your Firm's Data and Reputation
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Online/Webcast
2.00 Credits
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Cybersecurity protection of digital data continues to be a top priority for CPAs. The cyber threats continue to increase and are becoming more sophisticated with the advent of AI technology. The first step is to understand what the primary threats are, the potential damage they can inflict, and, most importantly, how to mitigate the risks. This course will prepare you have informed conversations with your IT service providers to ensure you are employing best practices in cybersecurity protection. This event may be a rebroadcast of a live event and the instructor will be available to answer your questions during the event.
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ACPEN: K2’s Innovative Strategy And IT Governance
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Online/Webcast
1.00 Credits
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Selecting the right technology and ensuring it’s effectively adopted are two of the most critical challenges facing firms today. This session explores practical, structured methods for evaluating software and systems to align with business needs-followed by proven change management strategies that drive adoption, learning, and long-term success. Participants will learn how to assess organizational readiness, evaluate vendors, structure pilot programs, and use modern tools to facilitate user engagement and continuous improvement. Whether your firm is implementing new accounting, workflow, or collaboration technology, this course provides the framework for successful selection and implementation.
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What If Your Client Didn't Take Reasonable Compensation
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Online/Webcast
1.00 Credits
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Are you a new advisor handling S Corp clients, or perhaps a seasoned professional facing this common scenario: "My S Corp client didn't take reasonable compensation last year. Now what?" Knowing that reasonable compensation isn't just a tax obligation, but a strategic financial decision, you need to be armed with expert knowledge to help your client navigate this situation. Join us to discuss IRS regulations, understand preventive measures, and address challenges within the year. This event may be a rebroadcast of a live event and the instructor will be available to answer your questions during the event.
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AI Liability and Malpractice Exposure
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Online/Webcast
2.00 Credits
This course provides a concise overview of the emerging liability, malpractice, regulatory, insurance, and professional-conduct risks associated with CPAs' use of artificial intelligence. Participants will examine how traditional duties of care, competence, confidentiality, verification, and professional accountability apply when AI is used in accounting, tax, audit, and advisory work. Drawing on developments in the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom, the course explores documented AI failures, regulatory expectations, insurance coverage gaps, data exposure, and practical controls CPAs can implement to make AI-assisted work more defensible This event may be a rebroadcast of a live event and the instructor will be available to answer your questions during the event.
The Current and Future Landscape of Audit Technology
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Online/Webcast
2.00 Credits
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Explore the transformative impact of technology on the audit profession in this forward-looking course. Gain practical insights into cutting-edge tools and trends, including data analytics, artificial intelligence (AI), and automation, and discover how these advancements are revolutionizing audit methodologies and improving audit quality. Through engaging demos, case studies, and actionable tips, you'll learn how to navigate the evolving audit landscape with confidence and adaptability. This session is designed to equip CPAs with the knowledge to embrace innovation and stay ahead in a rapidly changing profession. This event may be a rebroadcast of a live event and the instructor will be available to answer your questions during the event.
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Individual Tax Update: OBBA and Recent Developments
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Online/Webcast
2.00 Credits
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A discussion of the latest tax developments impacting individual taxpayers, with a focus on important provisions, rules and concepts. This event may be a rebroadcast of a live event and the instructor will be available to answer your questions during the event.
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Forensic Accounting and Evidence Preservation in QuickBooks
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Online/Webcast
4.00 Credits
By the time a client calls you about suspected fraud, the clock is already running: records can be altered, evidence can vanish, and every day of delay weakens your case. If your practice touches QuickBooks Online, you need to know how to move fast and correctly. This course walks you through exactly that, from scoping the engagement and preserving the file before anything changes, to gaining access when someone tries to block you. You'll master the Audit Log to recover deleted and voided transactions, examine reconciliation history and bank feeds for tampering, and use Reclass to isolate suspicious activity - the same techniques a trained investigator relies on. You'll also learn to cross-match vendors and employees for shell-vendor and ghost-employee schemes, trace lapping on the revenue side, and spot the AP red flags that confirm what you suspected all along This event may be a rebroadcast of a live event and the instructor will be available to answer your questions during the event.
