CPE Catalog & Events
Society Events are In-Person or Via NVCPA Hosted Zoom - All times listed in PST (cancellation policies apply, contact NVCPA for details.)
Ethical Considerations in Working with Cannabis
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Webinar
1.00 Credits
Member Price: $55
The major topics covered in this class include:Framework for assessing the propriety of offering services within the state legal, regulated cannabis industryAssist in identifying key stakeholders to be considered in conjunction to providing cannabis industry services, including:partnersstaffclientsBanking relationshipsMalpractice insurance
Income Tax Analysis: Exploring In-Depth Concepts
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Webinar
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $89
The major topics that will be covered in this course include:Introduction to GAAP and IRC FrameworksKey Differences Between Financial Reporting and Tax ReportingUnderstanding Timing DifferencesRecognition of Revenue and Expenses Under GAAP vs. IRCDiscussion of Deferred Tax AssetsImpact of Deferred Tax LiabilitiesPermanent vs. Temporary DifferencesReconciliation of Book Income to Taxable Income
Surgent's A Guide to Nonqualified Deferred Compensation
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Webinar
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $99
The basics of nonqualified deferred compensation (NQDC) NQDC compliance Taxation of NQDC plans Types of NQDC plans Financing/funding NQDC plans Planning strategies
Surgent's Exploring Client Advisory Services: Tax Due Dates and Penalties/Where Do I Need To File?
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Webinar
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $99
Estimated taxes and deadlines Tax due dates for common returns and filings Potential penalties and interest Information return penalties Penalties applicable to pass-through entities Accuracy-related penalties First-time abatement (FTA) FTA eligible returns Reasonable cause Nexus: sales tax vs. income tax Sales tax nexus with state specific examples Remote work and sales tax nexus Income tax nexus with state-specific examples Remote work and income tax nexus Sales factor: throwback rules
Surgent's Incredible Leadership Transformations in Accounting - Ways to Improve Leadership and Communication
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Webinar
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $99
Explore the tenets of exemplary leadership which are requirements for highly effective leaders who achieve results and are respected by team members, peers, and other leaders Review key practices that recognize and build on leadership strengths to create a team environment that is productive, profitable, strengthens team members’ morale, and fosters positive energy in the work climate Examine SMART goals to inspire teams to tackle tough challenges and help team members reach and exceed their potential Review conflict management techniques to minimize negative attitudes and foster win/win resolutions for team members
ChatGPT and Advanced Accounting Research
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Webinar
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $89
The major topics that will be covered in this course include:The accounting research transformation: Comparing Google vs. AI methodologiesAI ecosystems and specialized models for accounting applicationsAdvanced prompt engineering techniques for financial and tax researchAI-powered search engines and deep research platforms for accounting professionals AI as an ideation and thinking partner for complex accounting problems Specialized accounting research tools and AI superstoresPersona priming and P&P stacking methodologies for optimal AI interactionsEthical considerations and limitations of AI in accounting researchThe compliance chess effect: AI's impact on tax planning and regulatory responseAI-driven automation for regulatory updates and compliance monitoring
Common Financial Statement Disclosures
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Webinar
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $89
The major topics covered in this class include:General disclosures about the entity and its environmentCommon critical information useful to financial statement readers for making economic decisionsExplain results of operations through information that supplements the face financial statements
Ethics: What a CPA in Business & Industry Needs to Know
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Webinar
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $89
Ethics for Members in Business: Why Bother?Re-Introducing the AICPA Code of Professional ConductThe Basic Ethics Rules for Members in BusinessThe Conceptual Framework: Avoiding the Risk of NoncomplianceCase Analysis: Members in Business
Tax Implications of Retirement Plan Distributions
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Webinar
1.00 Credits
Member Price: $55
The major topics that will be covered in this course include:Required minimum distributions for a deceased’s heirs2025 retirement plan contribution limitsRequired minimum distributions and contributions to charityKey provisions of Secure Act 2.0
Leveraging ChatGPT for Innovative Business Advisory Services
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Webinar
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $89
The major topics covered in this course include:Introduction to ChatGPT and its applications in the business advisory contextIn-depth exploration of enterprise evaluation methodologies like SWOT, PESTLE, BCG Matrix, McKinsey 7S Model, Ansoff Matrix, etc.Practical case studies demonstrating application of ChatGPT in accounting business analysisKey challenges faced by accounting firms and how ChatGPT can help overcome theseBest practices for implementing AI tools in the accounting sectorFuture opportunities and trends in AI-enhanced business advisory services
Surgent's Excel Budgeting Ideas
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Webinar
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $99
Set up an in-cell drop-down list of budget methods Change the calculations in the cells based on the selected budget method Use names in worksheets
Current Nonprofit Fraud Trends
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Webinar
4.00 Credits
Member Price: $149
The major topics that will be covered in this course include:Best practices for fraud prevention and detection.Common fraud schemes in nonprofit including cash misappropriation; payroll fraud; vendor fraud; falsified billings; improper use of credit cards or purchase cards; the redirection of cash and non-cash contributions; personal use of assets; the redirection of grant benefits; other grant related fraud; travel and expense reporting fraud; and much more!
How Changes in Business Methods Affects Internal Control
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Webinar
8.00 Credits
Member Price: $239
The major topics covered in this class include:How is business changing.What is driving the change and how long will it last.How specifically is an organizations control system important.What steps are needed to “keep up” with the upheaval.
Long-Term Care Insurance: Make the Switch
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Webinar
1.00 Credits
Member Price: $55
The major topics that will be covered in this course include:The need to fund for long-term care in AmericaClient's attitudes and misconceptionsInnovative long-term care solutions and funding
Partnership/LLC Taxation: Tax Basis Capital Accounts
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Webinar
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $89
The major topics that will be covered in this class include:Discuss the impact of the Section 199A flow-through entities deduction on partnerships and their partnersThe meaning of a "tax basis capital account"How the financial accounting and tax capital accounts differ from one anotherDetermine a partner's share of the partnership's liabilitiesDistinguish "recourse" loans from "nonrecourse" loansWhat are "qualified nonrecourse financing" loans and how they affect partnersSection 704 "built-in gain or loss" rules and how they impact Schedule K-1 reportingSection 4655 "at risk" rules and how they impact Schedule K-1 reporting
IRS Penalties and Abatements
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Webinar
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $89
The major topics covered in this class include:Various types of penalties: Accuracy related, fraud, understatement of valuation, reporting requirement, failure to pay, and pay or deposit penaltiesRules on waiver of penalties and interestsVarious forms and procedures for requesting reliefFirst Time Abatement: Requirements and proceduresHow an individual taxpayer qualifies for Reasonable Cause abatementProcedures for requesting refund of paid penaltiesAvailable administrative options
Surgent's Controllership Skills Update: Current Survival Skills
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Webinar
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $99
Changing Role of Financial Professionals: Priorities Change in mission Valued-added actions Strategic Measurements: Common errors and guidelines for improvement Balanced scorecard Strategy development and implementation Budgeting basics and next steps Risk Management: Recent lessons, including Black Swan events Defining Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) Implementation Developing a Financial Leadership Pipeline: Changing employment environment Retaining the right employees Compensation Hiring process Capital Projects: Types of projects Factors affecting capacity Valuation techniques Cash management M&A Activity: Current environment Controller’s role Strategic questions Sample transactions Due diligence Implementation Introducing Improvements/Innovation: Getting started Establishing an environment Potential first projects Organizational structure
What's Changing in A&A for Governmental Entities (2025)
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Webinar
4.00 Credits
Member Price: $149
The major topics that will be covered in this course include:A look at the GASB standards that are effective this year.GASB 100, Accounting Changes and Error Corrections.GASB 101, Compensated Absences.The impact of the 2024 Compliance Supplement on Single Audits.Changes to the Uniform Guidance.Common deficiencies found in Single Audits.
Surgent's Working Remotely: Best Practices, Challenges, and Opportunities
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Webinar
2.00 Credits
Member Price: $99
Technology and workstation arrangements Maximizing productivity Establishing procedures that can be implemented throughout the organization Understanding the relationship between remote work and employee retention Effective communication strategies for staying connected with colleagues and clients The productivity challenges unique to working from home Time management The importance of distinguishing between the “home office” and “home” Data privacy concerns Other ethical considerations that arise when working from home
Controls to Secure the Growing Digital Footprint
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Webinar
4.00 Credits
Member Price: $149
The major topics covered in this course include:Securing individual documentsProtecting information resident in the CloudSecuring data stored on or accessed by mobile devices