Client Accounting Services (CAS) has become a cornerstone of modern CPA firms, offering opportunities for enhanced client relationships, recurring revenue streams, and streamlined operations. This course provides accounting professionals with practical guidance on implementing and optimizing CAS within their firms. Participants will explore the foundational elements of CAS, including service offerings, pricing models, and client communication strategies. The course delves into the technology tools essential for CAS, including accounting software, workflow automation, and reporting platforms. It offers insights into best practices for managing client expectations and delivering consistent, high-value services. In addition, participants will examine case studies of successful CAS implementations, review current trends affecting CAS, and identify critical steps to build a scalable CAS practice aligned with their firm's goals. The course also addresses the importance of data security, governance, and compliance in providing CAS, ensuring ethical and professional service delivery
DESIGNED FOR
CPAs, auditors, and accounting professionals with limited IT audit experience
BENEFITS
- Perform IT audit walkthroughs
- Design and execute testing procedures
- Evaluate control deficiencies
- Prepare audit documentation
HIGHLIGHTS
- Information Technology General Controls (ITGC) Testing
- Audit Execution
- Workpapers
PREREQUISITES
Basic Understanding of Information Technology General Controls (ITGC))
ADVANCE PREPARATION
None