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Wednesday, October 25, 2023 Live Webcast

Technology Trends and Hot Topics Impacting the Accounting Profession (E2310082)

1:00 PM - 4:30 PM EDT

Registration: 12:30 PM EDT

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2 CPE Credits in AA
2 CPE Credits in CS

OVERVIEW

Never have the benefits, and related risks, of utilizing new technology been greater for those in the accounting profession. From Artificial Intelligence (AI), Robotic Process Automation (RPA), and Audit Data Analytics (ADA) to cloud-based software solutions, our clients’ technology landscape is rapidly changing.

This course features a live instructor and has been specifically designed for the NJCPA.

DESIGNED FOR

CPAs in public practice with accounting, financial reporting, or attest responsibilities

BENEFITS

  • Identify the business drivers of companies today and the need for data-driven decision making
  • Identify other current trends in information technology applications for clients and auditors
  • Discuss SAS 142 and how it applies to the new audit methodologies using technology
  • Explain how auditors are integrating audit data analytics into the audit process

HIGHLIGHTS

  • Data-driven decision-making processes
  • Top technology trends and related risks, including cloud computing, AI, RPA, and blockchain applications
  • Common IT security risks and controls
  • Requirements of SAS 142
  • Use of analytical procedures on professional engagements

COURSE LEVEL

Basic

PREREQUISITES

None

ADVANCE PREPARATION

None

INSTRUCTOR

Carl Shultz

Carl F. Shultz, CPA, M.B.A., CGMA

Surgent Professional Education

Carl Shultz is an M.B.A., CPA, and CGMA. He has extensive experience serving as a financial executive with Fortune 500 companies and Big Four public accounting firms, consulting for small to large companies and individuals, and leading a range of accounting and financial functions. Carl has played a key role in building new companies and key financial functions to improve net income, install controls, establish audit functions, and manage large complex projects to successful, timely completion on or under budget. Currently, Carl provides financial and tax preparation and planning to individuals and small businesses. He is the Managing Director of CFS Consulting, LTD, which also provides financial, internal control, and administrative consulting services. He is an adjunct professor of accounting at Rider University and Philadelphia University. Carl has lectured at professional seminars and to groups on financial accounting and tax matters. He is also a valued discussion leader for Surgent Professional Education, which offers CPA CPE courses throughout the United States. He has published in such professional journals as Taxation for Accountants, Taxation for Lawyers, and Controller’s Quarterly. Carl is a graduate of La Salle University with a degree in accounting and has also earned an MBA degree from Drexel University in finance and accounting. Carl is a decorated veteran of the Vietnam War, where he served as an officer in the U.S. Army.

PRICING

$189.00 - Member

$264.00 - Nonmember

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