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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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Surgent's Technical Business Practice Issues and Tax Forms for Experienced Practitioners
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Online/Webcast
8.00 Credits
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Don't let the title frighten you. It is critical that staff be trained on the increasingly complex forms-related issues that challenge them each busy season. This course will help experienced staff focus on the essential amidst the cacophony of IRS and legislative changes and avoid costly mistakes. This course brings to the forefront advanced preparation issues, from individual returns to flow-through entities such as S corporations, LLCs, and partnerships.
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No Tax on Overtime: Payroll Compliance
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Online/Webcast
2.00 Credits
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This course provides tax and accounting professionals with a comprehensive overview of overtime requirements under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). Participants will explore the statutory definition of overtime, exemptions, and the calculation of the "regular rate of pay." Through practical examples and compliance-focused scenarios learners will gain the skills to identify risks, properly compute overtime pay, and advise clients or employers on best practices. The course emphasizes regulatory compliance, accurate application of rules, and strategies to avoid common pitfalls in wage and hour audits. 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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2026 Ethics Course for Louisiana CPAs in Business & Industry- A Case Study Approach
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Covington
3.00 Credits
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The course was written and designed by Mike Inzina and Kurt Oestriecher who, together, have over 50 years combined experience and have earned nearly 30 state and national training awards. They have served in multiple roles related to professional ethics for both the AICPA and the LCPA. This course will give you exclusive content that only comes from their unique combined experience.
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How Fraud Can Affect Smaller Organizations
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Online/Webcast
4.00 Credits
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Many small to medium sized companies do not properly address the risk that arises related to fraud because these organizations do not have the resources needed to mitigate this risk or because owners or those in top level management underestimate the scope of the issue. All organizations, regardless of size, must be aware of the risks associated with intentional fraudulent acts and know that a significant and effective fraud scheme could even create going concern issues for some entities. In this session, we delve into the reasons that fraud takes place. The material discusses the types of defalcations that are often executed against smaller entities and then explores measures that organizations can implement to help stop fraud activities and add security. 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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The Crucial Connection - Why You Should Care About Your Client's System of Internal Control
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Online/Webcast
1.50 Credits
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Learn why your client's system of internal control is important to achieving an effective and efficient audit. Gain an understanding of how to identify which IT applications and IT controls are relevant.
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Surgent's Employee vs. Independent Contractor: Achieving Success in a Worker Classification Audit
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Online/Webcast
2.00 Credits
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The IRS believes, perhaps with some justification, that many workers classified as independent contractors are actually employees and should be treated as such for tax purposes. The result is that worker classification audits are frequent and often costly for business clients, both in terms of time as well as money expended. This program prepares accounting and finance professionals to assist their clients with worker classification audits, and to avoid them if possible, by discussing and explaining the circumstances under which workers will most likely be characterized as employees or as independent contractors. The program also deals with the first line of defense against the IRS in worker classification audits — Section 530, as well as the common law factors distinguishing an employee from an independent contractor. This program also explores the IRS Voluntary Classification Settlement Program and discusses whether a practitioner should advise a client to request admission into this program.
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Surgent's Excel Budgeting Ideas
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Online/Webcast
2.00 Credits
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Budget methods are the key to allowing department managers to efficiently prepare their budget in Excel. For example, a budget method may be to spread prior year actuals or match prior year actuals, or match prior year actuals less 10%. In this webinar, we will explore how to allow users to pick a budget method from a drop-down list for each account and then have Excel perform different calculations depending on the budget method selected. We use several features and functions at the same time to pull this off. Even if you are not involved in the budgeting process, the underlying features and functions discussed have a wide range of uses.
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The 10 Must Know Excel Features
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Online/Webcast
2.00 Credits
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Transform your Excel skills with our comprehensive training program, designed for users at all levels seeking to master the full suite of Excel capabilities. From powerful data analysis tools like PivotTables and advanced functions such as XLOOKUP, to the nuances of Data Validations and Conditional Formatting, this course offers a deep dive into Excel's most impactful features. Whether you're streamlining complex data sets, enhancing your reporting skills, or just looking to boost your productivity, this session provides the insights and techniques you need to leverage Excel to its fullest potential, making it an indispensable tool in your professional or personal toolkit. 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: Finding Hidden Treasure in Tax Returns
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Online/Webcast
4.00 Credits
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Almost every business and individual has to file tax returns, which can be a great treasure trove of information for forensic accountants. Whether in a divorce, partnership dispute, recreating books and records, or bankruptcy proceeding, analyzing tax return information should be an initial step in uncovering income and assets. The IRS retains a large amount of information, both from taxpayers and 3rd parties who report financial transactions. This course will be your guide in gathering, analyzing, and evaluating tax return information, so that you have a full picture of the financial investigation. Your presenter is a 20 year veteran with IRS-Criminal Investigation, who used this information as a basis for his federal criminal investigations. 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 Advanced Critical Tax Issues for S Corporations
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Online/Webcast
8.00 Credits
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This course goes beyond the basics and addresses important practical issues that an experienced practitioner must know. Even if you have attended other S corporation courses, you will learn something new in this course.
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Untying the Knot: Taxes & Divorce
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Online/Webcast
8.00 Credits
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Description: Divorce brings emotional and financial challenges and navigating the tax implications can be one of the most complex aspects. This in-depth, 8-credit webinar, Untying the Knot: Taxes and Divorce, is designed to equip tax professionals with the knowledge and strategies needed to guide clients through the intricate tax issues that arise during and after divorce. What You'll Learn: This comprehensive session will cover critical topics, including: - Filing Status: Determining the correct filing status during and after divorce. - Qualified Domestic Relations Orders (QDROs): Tax implications of dividing retirement accounts. - Back Taxes: Strategies for addressing unpaid tax liabilities during and after divorce. - Offers-in-Compromise & Installment Agreements: Resolving tax debts with the IRS. - Currently-Not-Collectible Status: Understanding when and how to use this option. - Innocent Spouse & Injured Spouse Relief: Protecting clients from unfair tax liabilities. - Lien Discharges & Subordinations: Managing IRS liens on property during divorce. - Reasonable Compensation: Evaluating fair compensation in divorce-related business valuations. - Case Studies: Explore unusual and complex tax issues in divorce through real-world examples. 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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Adobe Acrobat Tips for Working with PDF Files
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Online/Webcast
2.00 Credits
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If you find yourself working with PDF files consistently throughout the day, this course will teach you how to review, annotate, format and organize PDF files more effectively and in less time. You will also learn how to use Adobe Acrobat for e-signatures to reduce document processing time significantly and enhance confidentiality. Adobe Acrobat has many features that you can take advantage of and this course will explain and demonstrate how to use them. 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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Lessee and Lessor Accounting
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Online/Webcast
2.00 Credits
The course offers hands-on learning of the lessee and lessor accounting models and includes journal-entry examples that demonstrate applications of the new standard.
Surgent's Purchase and Sale of a Residence: Critical Tax Issues
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Online/Webcast
2.00 Credits
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Many clients end up selling one or more residences during their lifetimes. Accounting and finance professionals must be aware of the tax rules that relate to such sales in order to assist their clients regarding these sales. This program provides accounting and finance professionals with the tax rules they need to know to help their clients when they sell a personal residence. This program is a comprehensive survey of the various tax issues associated with the sale of a residence.
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Business Partnerships: Managing Supplier Relationships
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Online/Webcast
1.00 Credits
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As financial leaders, CPAs are often tasked with managing organizational risk. In this respect, the supplier relationship can be a tricky one. It is often one of the more familiar and comfortable business relationships we have, yet it may also be the one that presents the most significant risk to our company. In this course, we will explore how to manage the supplier relationship from onboarding to termination. Through case studies and best practices, we will discuss how to continue being a good partner to our suppliers while also understanding where potential risks exist. 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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Self-Rental Real Estate: Passive Activity & Section 199A
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Online/Webcast
2.00 Credits
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This program presents a detailed analysis of the self-rental passive activity rules, including forms reporting examples and integrates them with the flow-through entity rules related to self-rental. 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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Risk Assessment Under SAS No. 145
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Online/Webcast
2.00 Credits
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Overcome the challenges commonly faced when conducting risk assessment in conjunction with SAS No. 145.
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Written Information Security Plans
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Online/Webcast
1.00 Credits
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Thsi course provides a comprehensive overview of Written Information Security Plans (WISP), focusing on their purpose, requirements, and implentation. All PTIN holders must certify they have a WISP prior to renewal, along with certifying the training of employees, staff and contractors as necessary. Participants will explore the history and legal foundation of WISP under the Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act, and how compliances is enforsed through IRS Circular 230, AICPA Statments of Standards, The American Bar Associations and the Federal Trade Commission (FTC). 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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Lunch & Learn In-Person: Business Insurance 101: Types, Risks & Smart Decisions
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Metairie
2.00 Credits
This presentation provides a clear and engaging overview of the key insurance concepts every business owner needs to understand. We’ll explore the major types of business insurance—such as property, liability, workers compensation, and commercial auto—and break down when each coverage is needed, why it matters, and how it protects your organization from financial loss. Casey Brandt, CISR, also compares needs vs. wants in business insurance to help decisionmakers prioritize coverage based on risk exposure, legal requirements, and financial tolerance. Additionally, the presentation introduces self-insurance strategies, explaining when alternative risk financing makes sense, what industries use it effectively, and the potential advantages and pitfalls. You’ll learn about Key Employee (Key Person) Insurance, including how it works, who qualifies as a key employee, and how this coverage helps safeguard business continuity. Finally, we’ll cover the growing importance of Cyber Insurance—what it covers, typical cyber risks facing businesses today, and why even small organizations are increasingly vulnerable. By the end of this session, attendees will have a solid understanding of business insurance fundamentals and be better equipped to evaluate risk and build a comprehensive protection strategy. This lunchtime, 2-hour program gives you time to take care of business before and after the presentation. And it all happens live — giving you the chance to ask presenters the questions you need answered. NOTE: This product is for the individual In-Person Lunch & Learn course at the LCPA Member Center. 2026 Lunch&Learn Small Business Series includes: May 19 – AI's Impact on Trust & Security Louis Le Guyader, Ph.D., CPA • Professor, Department of Accounting & FinanceSoutheastern Louisiana University • Hammond, LA Jun 16 – Turning Financial Results Into Strategic Recommendations Randy LeBeau, CPA • Partner, Outsourced Accounting Services Kevin Curren, CPA • Associate Director in the Audit and Assurance Services GroupEisnerAmper LLP • New Orleans, LA Jul 21 – Navigating the Evolving Talent Landscape: Trends Reshaping Hiring and Leadership Carrie Lewis, CPA (Inactive) • Senior Vice PresidentRobert Half Finance and Accounting • New Orleans, LA Aug 27 – Louisiana Tax Legislative Update, Tax Reform and More Robert “Bob” Angelico, CPA • PartnerLiskow • New Orleans, LAAlso qualifies for 1.66 MCLE credits. Sep 22 – When Internal Controls Fail: Real Fraud Cases and What They Teach Us Diane B. Allison, CPA • OwnerDiane B. Allison, CPA • Baton Rouge, LA Oct 20 – Business Insurance 101: Types, Risks & Smart Decisions Casey Brandt, CISR • Property & Casualty ConsultantGilsbar • Covington, LA Nov 17 – 2025-2026 Tax Update Bryan Ehricht, CPA • James Lambert Riggs and Associates, Inc.Hammond, LAAlso qualifies for 1.66 MCLE credits. Dec 8 – Preparing for a Smooth Audit Eric Bosch, CPA • Regional Market LeaderMauldin & Jenkins, LLC • New Orleans, LA
Lunch & Learn Webcast: Business Insurance 101
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Online/Webcast
2.00 Credits
This presentation provides a clear and engaging overview of the key insurance concepts every business owner needs to understand. We’ll explore the major types of business insurance—such as property, liability, workers compensation, and commercial auto—and break down when each coverage is needed, why it matters, and how it protects your organization from financial loss. Casey Brandt, CISR, also compares needs vs. wants in business insurance to help decisionmakers prioritize coverage based on risk exposure, legal requirements, and financial tolerance. Additionally, the presentation introduces self-insurance strategies, explaining when alternative risk financing makes sense, what industries use it effectively, and the potential advantages and pitfalls. You’ll learn about Key Employee (Key Person) Insurance, including how it works, who qualifies as a key employee, and how this coverage helps safeguard business continuity. Finally, we’ll cover the growing importance of Cyber Insurance—what it covers, typical cyber risks facing businesses today, and why even small organizations are increasingly vulnerable.This lunchtime, 2-hour program gives you time to take care of business before and after the presentation. And it all happens live — giving you the chance to ask presenters the questions you need answered.NOTE: This product is for the individual Webcast Lunch & Learn course at the LCPA Member Center. 2026 Lunch&Learn Small Business Series includes:May 19 – AI's Impact on Trust & Security Louis Le Guyader, Ph.D., CPA • Professor, Department of Accounting & FinanceSoutheastern Louisiana University • Hammond, LA Jun 16 – Turning Financial Results Into Strategic Recommendations Randy LeBeau, CPA • Partner, Outsourced Accounting Services Kevin Curren, CPA • Associate Director in the Audit and Assurance Services GroupEisnerAmper LLP • New Orleans, LA Jul 21 – Navigating the Evolving Talent Landscape: Trends Reshaping Hiring and Leadership Carrie Lewis, CPA (Inactive) • Senior Vice PresidentRobert Half Finance and Accounting • New Orleans, LA Aug 27 – Louisiana Tax Legislative Update, Tax Reform and More Robert “Bob” Angelico, CPA • PartnerLiskow • New Orleans, LAAlso qualifies for 1.66 MCLE credits. Sep 22 – When Internal Controls Fail: Real Fraud Cases and What They Teach Us Diane B. Allison, CPA • OwnerDiane B. Allison, CPA • Baton Rouge, LA Oct 20 – Business Insurance 101: Types, Risks & Smart Decisions Casey Brandt, CISR • Property & Casualty ConsultantGilsbar • Covington, LA Nov 17 – 2025-2026 Tax Update Bryan Ehricht, CPA • James Lambert Riggs and Associates, Inc.Hammond, LAAlso qualifies for 1.66 MCLE credits. Dec 8 – Preparing for a Smooth Audit Eric Bosch, CPA • Regional Market LeaderMauldin & Jenkins, LLC • New Orleans, LA