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Instructor : Jeff Sailor

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Field(s) of Study: Accounting
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This course is a good introduction to International Accounting Standards which will serve as an excellent refresher for those working in that  arena. Topics include the history of IFRS, cultural aspects that affect the standards, the structure of the standards and the OFRS conceptual framework. It will also cover the requirements for an entity’s first time application of IFRS.

In additional to the exceptional content, Jeff includes his signature video parodies, which are designed to reinforce the material as well as keep your interest and put a smile on your face. 


Delivery Method -Group Internet Based Webcast

Length - 100 minutes of Instruction with 10 minute break

Revision Date - 11/7/2024

Field(s) of Study: Accounting
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This course is a good introduction to international Accounting Standards which will serve as an excellent refresher for those working in that  arena. Topics include an overview of all the current IAS and IFRS standards. In addition to the overview, the course highlights certain special standards which have had recent updates.

In additional to the exceptional content, Jeff includes his signature video parodies, which are designed to reinforce the material as well as keep your interest and put a smile on your face. 


Delivery Method -Group Internet Based Webcast

Length - 100 minutes of Instruction with 10 minute break

Revision Date - 11/7/2024

Field(s) of Study: Accounting
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This course will cover some the issues related to International Financial Accounting.  Topics include a discussion on the IFRS-SME, digital financial reporting, the effect of cryptocurrency on international accounting and the IFRS Sustainability Disclosure Standards.

In additional to the exceptional content, Jeff includes his signature video parodies, which are designed to reinforce the material as well as keep your interest and put a smile on your face. 


Delivery Method -Group Internet Based Webcast

Length - 100 minutes of Instruction with a 10 minute break

Revision Date - 11/7/2024

Field(s) of Study: Accounting
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This course covers topics which most practitioners find somewhat daunting. The goal is to give you the information you need to meet these challenges with confidence and thus not miss the proper accounting or reporting issues.


This course is designed to teach you various aspects of blockchain, cryptocurrency, NFTs , Web3 and AI.


Jeff Sailor and Jennifer Sailor bring a truly unique presentation style to explain the topics in a common sense way, while adding their own sense of candor and humor to keep you awake and reinforce the material.


Course Level - Basic

Delivery Method -Group Internet Based Webcast

Length - 100 minutes of Instruction with a ten minute break

Revision Date - 8/14/24

Field(s) of Study: Accounting
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    Learning Objectives

      • Describe the concept of blockchain
      • Describe common uses of blockchain
      • Describe the concept of cryptocurrency
      • Recognize some of the challenges of cryptocurrency
      • Apply the new FASB standards for accounting for cryptocurrency
      • Describe non-fungible tokens
      • Describe the concept of WEB3
      • Recognize the challenges and opportunities for using artificial intelligence in accounting and auditing

      Level

      Basic

      Prerequisites

      Basic understanding of accounting and reporting

      Advanced Preparation

      None

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    Jeff Sailor's 2024 Accounting and Auditing Update and Review Course is designed to provide an in-depth look into the most important new pronouncements issued during the past year, along with an overview of less pervasive ones. As always, to assist with attention and learning, Jeff has included several video parodies.


    ACCOUNTING UPDATE - Covers the latest updates to the FASB Codification, including financial instruments, credit losses, cryptocurrency, accounting theory under the Concepts and other FASB updates.

    AUDIT UPDATE - In-depth coverage of the totally updated requirements for risk assessment, as well as Focus on Fraud.

    SSARS UPDATE - Covers the requirements for preparations, compilations, and reviews in a step by step format with a focus on the new AICPA Guide to Analytical Procedures in a Review.

    QUALITY STANDARDS - A step by step discussion on using the AICPA practice aid for implementing your new System of Quality Management.


    Course Level- Update

    Delivery Method- Group Internet Based Webcast

    Length- 400 minutes of instruction- 10min break in the morning and afternoon and 30min lunch break

    Revision Date: 7/18/2024

    Field(s) of Study: Accounting
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    (NOTE: This is an expanded version of the SSARS section of the 8 credit course, Jeff Sailor's A&A Update and Review 2024)


    Knowing the accounting principles is only half the story for most accountants in public accounting. You must also understand the myriad of rules relating the reporting requirements for compilations and review. To add to the confusion, there is now a new level of service known as a preparation, which has no report! This course will cover the nuts and bolts of these pronouncements as well as cover the theory required to make proper decisions.


    Topics will include the most important issues related to compilations and reviews as well as the general requirements that apply to all SSARS engagements. Special attention will be placed on the provisions most important for compliance. We will include a section on using the AICPA Practice for developing your system of quality management. We will also cover the AICPA practice Aids for preparation engagements and review analytical procedures. 


    Course Level - Update

    Delivery Method - Group Internet Based Webcast

    Length - 150 minutes of Instruction with three 10 minute break after each hour

    Revision Date - 7/26/24

    Field(s) of Study: Accounting
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    (NOTE: This is the same information presented in the 8 credit course, Jeff Sailor's A&A Update and Review 2024)


    The amount of change in the accounting profession is staggering, making it tough for the average CPA to keep up. This course will get you up to date with the latest information coming from the FASB.


    In this course, Jeff Sailor will bring his truly unique presentation style to cover the most important topics you need to know. He will cover present the latest GAAP pronouncements, along with his signature video parodies, which are designed to keep you awake and reinforce the material.


    Course Level- Update

    Delivery Method- Group Internet Based Webcast

    Length- 200 minutes of instruction with three 10 minute breaks after each hour

    Revision Date: 7/26/24

    Field(s) of Study: Accounting
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    With the issuing of the new Quality Management Standards, the AICPA requires that all CPA firms with accounting and auditing practices implement a NEW system of quality management in accordance with brand new SQMS 1. This will include not only firms who perform audits or reviews, but also firms who limit their work to preparation or compilation engagement.


    While the goal is to improve overall quality in the profession, implementation may appear overwhelming for many practitioners.

    To assist with the implementation, the AICPA has created practice aids designed to assist with the process of developing your new system.


    In this detailed webcast Jeff walks you through every aspect of the process:

    1. Where to find the practice aids

    2. The proper use of the practice aids

    3. Documents you are required to have

    4. How to use the practice aids for documentation

    5. Proper use the spreadsheet risk assessment template

    6. Creation of your final documents


    In addition, he offers practical advice along the way to make your job even easier.

    As in all his courses, Jeff Sailor will bring his truly unique presentation style to cover the most important topics you need to know. He will also include a certain amount of humor designed to keep you awake and reinforce the material.

    Course Level- Update

    Delivery Method- Group Internet Based Webcast

    Length- 150 minutes of instruction

    Revision Date: 11/7/2023


    Field(s) of Study: Accounting
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    (NOTE: This is an expanded version of the Audit section of the 8 credit course, Jeff Sailor's A&A Update and Review 2024)


    Knowing the accounting principles is only half the story for most accountants in public accounting. You must also understand the myriad of rules relating the reporting requirements for audits. This course will cover the nuts and bolts of these pronouncements as well as cover the theory required to make proper decisions.


    Topics will include the latest SAS updates accounting estimates and the brand new requirements for audit risk assessment. Special attention will be placed on the provisions most important for compliance, including documentation. We will also discuss some troublesome topics as well as other reporting topics. As a bonus, we will include our 2024 “Focus on Fraud”. In this edition, we will discuss what happened at Theranos as well as some other cases.


    Course Level - Update

    Delivery Method - Group Internet Based Webcast

    Length - 150 minutes of Instruction with three 10 minute breaks after each hour

    Revision Date - 7/26/24

    Field(s) of Study: Auditing
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    Fraud is always a pervasive risk and can create serious issues in financial reporting. By studying fraud cases, the practitioner can become aware of patterns which will help to identify fraud. In this series Jeff discusses the basics of fraud as well as specific cases studies.


    Jeff's 2024 edition highlights include: Theranos and Elizabeth Holmes, why you may not want to commit fraud in certain countries, and the final chapter for FTX.


    As in all his courses, Jeff Sailor will bring his truly unique presentation style to cover the most important topics you need to know. He will also include a certain amount of humor designed to keep you awake and reinforce the material.


    Course Level - Basic

    Delivery Method -Group Internet Based Webcast

    Length - 50 minutes of Instruction

    Revision Date - 8/1/24

    Field(s) of Study: Auditing
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    This course provides a comprehensive overview of the accounting for various types of financial instruments under GAAP. Topics include the classifications, where to find guidance, proper valuation, options available, presentation and disclosure. The course groups the various types according to complexity as good, bad and ugly.

    As always, Jeff will include his unique sense of humor to help keep your attention and retain the material. In this case, the theme will be the spaghetti westerns of the 1960s. So hold on to your hat. You’re in for a ride!


    Course Level- Basic

    Delivery Method- Group Internet Based Webcast

    Length- 100 minutes of instruction

    Revision Date: 12/27/2023

    Field(s) of Study: Accounting
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    Preparation, compilation and review engagements fall under the SSARS reporting standards. Regardless of the level of engagement, all SSARS engagements fall under the SSARS General Principles. In this course, Jeff will explain the general principles required for all SSARS engagements


    Topics will include ethics, engagement acceptance, compliance with requirements as well as other areas.  As always, Jeff will include his unique sense of humor to help keep your attention and retain the material.


    Course Level- Update

    Delivery Method- Group Internet Based Webcast

    Length- 50 minutes of instruction

    Revision Date: 8/14/2023

    Field(s) of Study: Accounting
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    Jeff Sailor's 2024 Accounting and Auditing Update and Review Course is designed to provide an in-depth look into the most important new pronouncements issued during the past year, along with an overview of less pervasive ones. As always, to assist with attention and learning, Jeff has included several video parodies.


    This is PART 2 of the course and covers the following topics:


    AUDIT UPDATE - In-depth coverage of the totally updated requirements for risk assessment, as well as Focus on Fraud.

    SSARS UPDATE - Covers the requirements for preparations, compilations, and reviews in a step by step format with a focus on the new AICPA Guide to Analytical Procedures in a Review.

    QUALITY STANDARDS - A step by step discussion on using the AICPA practice aid for implementing your new System of Quality Management.




    Course Level- Update

    Delivery Method- Group Internet Based Webcast

    Length- 200 minutes of instruction- with three 10 minute breaks

    Revision Date: 7/22/24

    Field(s) of Study: Accounting
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    Jeff Sailor's 2024 Accounting and Auditing Update and Review Course is designed to provide an in-depth look into the most important new pronouncements issued during the past year, along with an overview of less pervasive ones. As always, to assist with attention and learning, Jeff has included several video parodies.


    This is PART 1 of the course and covers the following topics:


    ACCOUNTING UPDATE - Covers the latest updates to the FASB Codification, including financial instruments, credit losses, cryptocurrency, accounting theory under the Concepts and other FASB updates.




    Course Level- Update

    Delivery Method- Group Internet Based Webcast

    Length- 200 minutes of instruction- with three 10 minute breaks

    Revision Date: 7/22/24

    Field(s) of Study: Accounting
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    This course designed to address ethics issues of tax practitioners under Circular 230 and but also qualifies as regulatory ethics under other states which require an ethics course prepared by a NASBA Sponsor. Check your state for individual requirements.


    This course is designed to teach you various aspects of the ethics requirements of Circular 230, while making it enjoyable. To do this, Jeff will not only cover the typical topics but will also challenge you to think outside the box.


    In this course, Jeff Sailor will bring his truly unique presentation style to explain the nature of ethics as well as why we have to review our ethics rules on a regular basis.

    While the focus of this course will be on ethics for tax practitioners, these may be applied to any accounting professional.


    In addition,  Jeff will include interesting true case studies and a lot of humor to keep you awake and reinforce the material.


    Course Level - Update

    Delivery Method -Group Internet Based Webcast

    Length - 100 minutes of Instruction with a ten minute break

    Revision Date - 8/1/24

    Field(s) of Study: Regulatory Ethics
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    Written by Jeff Sailor and Jennifer Sailor

    This course specifically meets the ethics CPE requirements for Florida CPAs. Our Florida Provider Number is 0009374 and our Florida Course Number is 0028009.

    To specifically meet the requirements for Florida CPAs, the course will devote at least 51% of the time to Florida rules including Chapter 455 F.S. , Chapter 473 F.S. and FL BOA Rules 61H1.

    This course is designed to teach you many important aspects of accounting ethics, while making it enjoyable. To do this, Jeff will not only cover the typical topics, but will also challenge you to think outside the box.

    In this course, Jeff Sailor will bring his truly unique presentation style to explain the nature of ethics as well as why we have to review our ethics rules on a regular basis.

    He will cover the authoritative guidance found in the AICPA Code of Professional Conduct in detail. He will also explain how to use the AICPA Conceptual Framework when faced with ethical issues and cover independence requirements of the Code of Professional Conduct with special emphasis on nonattest services.


    In addition,  Jeff will include a lot of humor and one of his signature video parodies, which is designed to keep you awake and reinforce the material.

    Course Level - Update

    Delivery Method -Group Internet Based Webcast

    Length - 200 minutes of Instruction

    Revision Date - 12/14/22

    Field(s) of Study: Regulatory Ethics
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    Written by Jeff Sailor and Jennifer Sailor

    Independence is one of the most important aspects in all areas of financial reporting. It is interesting to note that none of us are ever truly independent. The key is being aware of the issues which could impair your judgement.

    In this course, Jeff Sailor uses his truly unique presentation style to explain the importance of maintaining your independence, along with covering the most important independence issues found in the AICPA Code of Professional Conduct.

    In addition,  Jeff includes a lot of humor to keep you awake and reinforce the material.

    Course Level - Update

    Delivery Method -Group Internet Based Webcast

    Length - 50 minutes of instruction

    Revision Date - 10/25/22


    Field(s) of Study: Regulatory Ethics
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    Written by Jeff Sailor and Jennifer Sailor

    This course specifically meets the Ethics CPE requirements for South Carolina and any other states which require 1-2 credits prepared by a NASBA Sponsor. Check your state for individual requirements.

    This course is designed to teach you many important aspects of accounting ethics, while making it enjoyable. To do this, Jeff covers the typical topics while challenging you to think outside the box.

    Jeff Sailor uses his truly unique presentation style to explain the nature of ethics, as well as why we have to review our ethics rules on a regular basis.

    He also covers the authoritative guidance found in the AICPA Code of Professional Conduct.

    As usual, Jeff  includes a lot of humor and one of his signature video parodies, which is designed to keep you awake and reinforce the material.

    Course Level - Update

    Delivery Method -Group Internet Based Webcast

    Length - 100 minutes of Instruction

    Revision Date - 10/25/22

    Field(s) of Study: Regulatory Ethics
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    Written by Jeff Sailor and Jennifer Sailor

    This course specifically meets the Ethics requirements for North Carolina and any other states which require an Ethics course prepared by a NASBA Sponsor. Check your state for individual requirements.

    This course is designed to teach you many important aspects of accounting ethics, while making it enjoyable. To do this, Jeff covers the typical topics while challenging you to think outside the box.

    In this edition, Jeff Sailor uses his truly unique presentation style to explain the nature of ethics, as well as why we have to review our ethics rules on a regular basis. He also introduces the AICPA Code of Professional Conduct.

    As usual, Jeff includes a lot of humor to keep you awake and reinforce the material.

    Course Level - Update

    Delivery Method -Group Internet Based Webcast

    Length - 50 minutes of Instruction

    Revision Date - 10/25/22


    Field(s) of Study: Regulatory Ethics
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    Written by Jeff Sailor and Jennifer Sailor

    This course specifically meets the Ethics CPE requirements of any state which requires 1-3 credits prepared by a NASBA Sponsor. Check your state for individual requirements.

    This course is designed to teach you many important aspects of accounting ethics, while making it enjoyable. To do this, Jeff covers the typical topics while challenging you to think outside the box.

    Jeff Sailor uses his truly unique presentation style to explain the nature of ethics as well as why we have to review our ethics rules on a regular basis.

    He covers the authoritative guidance found in the AICPA Code of Professional Conduct in detail. He also explains how to use the AICPA Conceptual Framework when faced with ethical issues, and covers independence requirements of the Code of Professional Conduct with special emphasis on nonattest services.

    In addition,  Jeff  includes a lot of humor and one of his signature video parodies, which is designed to keep you awake and reinforce the material.

    Course Level - Update

    Delivery Method -Group Internet Based Webcast

    Length - 150 minutes of Instruction

    Revision Date - 10/25/22

    Field(s) of Study: Regulatory Ethics
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    Written by Jeff Sailor and Jennifer Sailor

    This course specifically meets the Ethics requirements for North Carolina and any other states which require an Ethics Course prepared by a NASBA Sponsor. Check your state for individual requirements.

    This course is designed to teach you many important aspects of accounting ethics, while making it enjoyable. To do this this Jeff not only covers the typical topics, but also challenges you to think outside the box.

    In this course, Jeff Sailor uses his truly unique presentation style to explain in detail various aspects of the AICPA Code of Professional Conduct.

    As usual,  Jeff includes a lot of humor and a signature video parody to keep you awake and reinforce the material.

    Course Level - Update

    Delivery Method -Group Internet Based Webcast

    Length - 50 minutes of Instruction

    Revision Date - 10/25/22



    Field(s) of Study: Regulatory Ethics
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    Written by Jeff Sailor and Jennifer Sailor

    This course specifically meets the Ethics Requirements for North Carolina and any other states which require an Ethics Course prepared by a NASBA Sponsor. Check your state for individual requirements.

    This course is designed to teach you many important aspects of accounting ethics, while making it enjoyable. To do this this Jeff not only covers the typical topics, but also challenges you to think outside the box.

    In this edition, Jeff Sailor uses his truly unique presentation style to explain how to use the AICPA Conceptual Framework when faced with ethical issues, and covers independence requirements of the Code of Professional Conduct.

    As usual, Jeff includes a lot of humor to keep you awake and reinforce the material.

    Course Level - Update

    Delivery Method -Group Internet Based Webcast

    Length - 50 minutes of Instruction

    Revision Date - 10/25/22



    Field(s) of Study: Regulatory Ethics
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    Fraud is always a pervasive risk and can create serious issues in financial reporting. By studying fraud case, the practitioner can become aware of patterns which will help to identify fraud. In this series Jeff discusses the basics of fraud as well as specific cases studies.


    In this edition, Jeff looks at Sam Bankman-Fried and FTX and reveals that the fraud may not have been as complex as many people might think.


    As in all his courses, Jeff Sailor will bring his truly unique presentation style to cover the most important topics you need to know. He will also include a certain amount of humor designed to keep you awake and reinforce the material.


    Course Level- Update

    Delivery Method- Group Internet Based Webcast

    Length- 50 minutes of instruction

    Revision Date: 8/14/2023

    Field(s) of Study: Auditing
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    Fraud has always been a concern for anyone associated with financial statements. In this course, Jeff takes a unique approach to the study of this topic by looking at what are considered to be the top ten accounting fraud cases. In studying the cases, you will gain insight into what to look for in the future.

    In addition to the cases, Jeff will cover various aspects, both authoritative and guidance, related to fraud to further improve your awareness and skills. He will also cover a couple of other significant fraud cases as well as a couple of interesting historical notes.

    The entire presentation is packaged into Jeff’s unique blend of teaching with humor. Each case has its own “Greatest hit”, a song parody to help you remember the case as well as other surprises along the way to keep your interest.

    If you are looking for a course that will keep awake and engaged and will better prepare you for detecting fraud, then this course is a must.

    Course Level- Basic

    Delivery Method- Group Internet Based Webcast

    Length- 150 minutes of instruction

    Revision Date: 10/18/2021


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    Field(s) of Study: Accounting
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    The Auditing Standards Board has recently made major updates to the most critical area of any audit: risk assessment. The deadline for change is coming soon and this is expected to be a major peer review focus area.

    In this course, Jeff Sailor will bring his truly unique presentation style to cover the most important topics you need to know to get ready for the new requirement, with a focus on proper documentation. In addition to covering the standards pronouncements, Jeff will include his signature video parodies, which are designed to keep you awake and reinforce the material.

    Course Level - Basic

    Delivery Method -Group Internet Based Webcast

    Length - 50 minutes of instruction

    Revision Date - 2/1/23

    Field(s) of Study: Auditing
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    The Auditing Standards Board has recently changed the standards for quality in accounting firms by replacing the old SQCS 8 with a brand new set of standards: SQMS 1, SQMS 2, SAS 146 and SSARS 26 (issued by the ARSC). These new standards require that all firms with an accounting and auditing practice put into  place a system of quality management. This means that even if you only perform a single compilation engagement, you are required to implement this system. The deadline for change is coming soon and this is expected to be a major peer review focus area.

    In this course, Jeff Sailor will bring his truly unique presentation style to cover the most important topics you need to know to get ready for this new requirement. In addition to covering the standards pronouncements, Jeff will include his signature video parodies, which are designed to keep you awake and reinforce the material.

    Course Level - Basic

    Delivery Method -Group Internet Based Webcast

    Length - 100 minutes of instruction

    Revision Date - 2/1/23

    Field(s) of Study: Auditing
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    In this webcast, you will learn about the theory of accounting, which dates all the way back to 1494. Using the FASB Conceptual Framework as a starting point, this course will help you make better decisions when preparing financial statements whether they are GAAP or any other basis of accounting.

    In this course, Jeff Sailor will bring his truly unique presentation style to explain what makes financial statements useful, the elements of financial statements, the presentation of financial information and the theory behind good disclosures. Pronouncements. In addition,  Jeff will include his signature video parodies, which are designed to keep you awake and reinforce the material.

    Course Level - Basic

    Delivery Method -Group Internet Based Webcast

    Length - 100 minutes of instruction

    Revision Date - 7/1/22

    Field(s) of Study: Accounting
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    At the end of 2021, the Auditing Standards Board made effective many new required communications when performing an audit. These range from the engagement letter all the way to report and even beyond. The ASB realized that, while we were doing good work, our communications were not up to par.

    In this course, Jeff Sailor will bring his truly unique presentation style to explain changes you need to know to have better communications and meet the requirements of the standards for your engagements as well as for peer review.

    In addition,  Jeff will include one his signature video parodies, which is designed to keep you awake and reinforce the material.

    Course Level - Update

    Delivery Method -Group Internet Based Webcast

    Length - 50  minutes of instruction

    Revision Date - 7/1/22

    Field(s) of Study: Auditing
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    Jeff Sailor’s Step by Step Series was created to tackle various A&A topics using a practical approach, rather than simply going through the standards as they were written. This course will cover the new requirements under SSAE 19 for Agreed-Upon Procedures engagements.

    AUPEs are a great tool for meeting your client’s needs without traditional reporting. They provide almost endless options for services with very little exposure. This is due to the fact that an AUPE has no conclusion or opinion. Instead, the users are left to form their own opinions as the practitioner simply reports the procedures performed and the findings. Jeff will walk you step by step through the entire process.

    In addition to the material, Jeff will include his unique perspective and humor, including his signature video parodies, which are designed to keep you awake and reinforce the material.

    Course Level- Update
    Delivery Method- Group Internet Based Webcast
    Length- 100 Minutes of instruction
    Revision Date- 8/13/21

    Field(s) of Study: Accounting
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