Accounting for Not-For-Profit Entities
Title : Accounting for Not-For-Profit Entities (3CR)
Presented By : Jeffrey L. Sailor, CPA
Not-for-profit accounting is a specialized area of GAAP which has recently changed significantly. This course will take an in-depth look at all aspects of this topic from determining the nature of a contribution to presentation and disclosures. As always, Jeff will include his personal brand of humor to keep the webcast moving.
Course Level- Basic
Delivery Method- Group Internet Based Webcast
Length- 150 minutes of instruction
Revision Date- 12/27/24
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Learning Objectives
Upon successful completion of this course, the participant should be able to:
Describe the recent changes to NFP accounting
Apply the standards to distinguish a contribution from an exchange
Describe a conditional contribution
Apply the standards for accounting for a conditional contribution
Apply the standards to classify a contribution as restricted or unrestricted
Apply the special provisions with regard to contributed services
Apply the provisions for presentation of financial statements and disclosures
Describe issues for special issues
Level
BasicPrerequisites
Experience in accounting topics
Advanced Preparation
None
The Audit Communication Standards
Title : The Audit Communication Standards (1CR)
Presented By : Jeffrey L. Sailor, CPA
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 - 12/27/24
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Learning Objectives
Identify the new audit standards and requirements
Describe the new definition for “Materiality”
Apply the provisions for the new audit report
Apply the provisions for going concern
Describe the new communications to Those Charged with Governance
Apply the new procedures related to communications
Apply the new provisions related to Other Information Included in Annual Reports
Level
UpdatePrerequisites
Basic understanding of auditing
Advanced Preparation
None
How to Develop Your SQM Using the AICPA Practice Aid
Title : How to Develop Your System of Quality Management Using the AICPA Practice Aids (3CR)
Presented By : Jeffrey L Sailor CPA
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: 12/27/2024
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Learning Objectives
Upon successful completion of this course, the participant should be able to:
Describe the purpose of the new QM standards
Identify the eight components of quality management
Describe he changes from prior standards
Apply the requirements
Identify the limitations of the practice aids
Apply the practice aids in assessing risk
Apply the standards to create a system of quality management using the AICPA practice aids
Level
UpdatePrerequisites
Basic understanding of accounting and auditing
Advanced Preparation
None
Jeff Sailor's 2024 A&A Update and Review (8 CR)
Title : Jeff Sailor's 2024 A&A Update and Review (8 CR)
Presented By : Jeffrey L. Sailor, CPA
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
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Learning Objectives
- Identify and apply the most pervasive GAAP updates
- Apply the provisions for financial instruments
- Apply the provisions for cryptocurrency under the new standard
- Apply the major provisions of the standard for Credit Losses
- Apply the standards for preparations, compilations and reviews based on AR sections 60, 70, 80 & 90
- Identify and apply the latest audit standards for inquiries related to the predecessor auditor
- Apply the new Audit Risk Assessment requirements
- Describe fraud risks associated with recent cases
- Apply the AICPA Practice Aid to implement your system of quality management
- Describe proper accounting theory under the FASB Concepts
- Cite and apply better practice skills
Level
UpdatePrerequisites
Basic understanding of accounting and auditing
Advanced Preparation
None
IFRS Accounting - An Introduction
Title : IFRS Accounting - An Introduction
Presented By : Jeffrey Sailor, CPA
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
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Learning Objectives
Upon successful completion of this course, participants will be able to:
Describe the purpose of IFRS
Describe the history of the IASB and IFRS
Describe the cultural aspects which affect the standards
Describe major differences between IFRS and GAAP
Describe the basic structure of the IFRS standards
Describe the IFRS Conceptual Framework
Apply the standards for first time application of IFRS
Level
BasicPrerequisites
Basic understanding of accounting.Advanced Preparation
None
Jeff Sailor’s Accounting for Leases
Title : Jeff Sailor’s Accounting for Leases (4CR)
Presented By : Jeffrey L. Sailor, CPA
One of the biggest and most frustrating standard revisions involves the accounting for leases. The new lease standard, in essence, requires all leases to be recognized on the statement of position of lesees.
In this course, Jeff Sailor will bring his truly unique presentation style to explains the standard from beginning to end, including the reasons why the standard was issued. In addition, he will include 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
Revision Date- 12/27/24
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Learning Objectives
Upon successful completion of this course, the participant should be able to:
Identify the situations to which the standard applies
Describe the history and reasons for the standard
Identify the difference between a lease and a service contract
Identify the proper classification of a lease
Apply the provisions for initial measurement
Apply the provisions for subsequent measurement
Apply the provisions for a finance lease for a lessee
Apply the provisions for an operating lease for a lessee
Describe the required disclosure
Describe the potential impact of the standard on stakeholdersLevel
BasicPrerequisites
None
Advanced Preparation
Experience in accounting
Hospitality Accounting - KPIs, Budgeting & Internal Control
Title : Hospitality Accounting- KPIs, Budgeting & Internal Control
Presented By : Jeff Sailor
This course is covers management aspect of accounting for the hospitality industry. Topics will include key performances indicators in the hospitality industry, key ratios, forecasting and budgeting, internal control and fraud.
In additional to the exceptional content, Jeff will include his signature video parodies, which are designed to reinforce the material as well as keep your interest and put a smile on your face.
Course Level - Basic
Delivery Method -Group Internet Based Webcast
Length - 100 minutes of Instruction with a ten minute break
Revision Date - 12/27/24
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Learning Objectives
Upon successful completion of this course, participants will be able to:
Describe the essential KPIs used in the hospitality industry
Describe the advanced KPIs used in the hospitality industry
Describe the difference between KPIs and ratios
Describe the common ratios used in the hospitality industry
Describe budgeting and forecasting in the hospitality industry
Describe methods for accurate forecasting
Describe internal controls in the hospitality industry
Describe common fraud schemes found in the hospitality industry
Level
BasicPrerequisites
Basic understanding of accounting
Advanced Preparation
None
IFRS Accounting - IAS & IFRS Standards
Title : IFRS Accounting - The IAS and IFRS Standards
Presented By : Jeffrey L. Sailor, CPA
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
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Learning Objectives
Upon successful completion of this course, participants will be able to:
Describe the basics of the current International Accounting Standards
Describe the basics of the current International Financial Reporting Standards
Describe the treatment for foreign currency
Describe the treatment for hyperinflationary economies
Level
BasicPrerequisites
Basic understanding of accounting
Advanced Preparation
None
Your System of Quality Management
Title : Your System of Quality Management (2CR)
Presented By : Jeffrey L. Sailor, CPA
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 - 12/27/24
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Learning Objectives
- Identify the 8 components of a system of quality management
- Identify the additional requirements for a system of quality management
- Apply the standards for determining when an engagement quality review will be necessary
- Describe the requirements for the conduct of an engagement quality review
- Apply the control standards in the performance of audits and other attestation engagement
- Apply the control standards in the performance of SSARS engagements
Level
BasicPrerequisites
None
Advanced Preparation
None
Analytical Procedures and Critical Thinking Skills
Title : Analytical Procedures and Critical Thinking Skills (2CR)
Presented By : Jeffrey L. Sailor, CPA
Analytical procedures are both required and suggested by various standards. They are required for review and audit engagements. A closely related topic is critical thinking skills, which is an area targeted in the AICPA’s Enhancing Audit Quality Initiative.
In this in-depth course, Jeff Sailor will bring his truly unique presentation style to cover the most important aspects of performing analytical procedures as well as provide insight on critical thinking skills and how to improve your personal skills.. In addition, he 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- 12/27/24
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- Identify to whom this standard applies
- Describe the requirements for analytical procedures
- Apply the provisions for analytical procedures
- Describe the various facets of critical thinking
- Apply methods to improve you critical thinking skills
Level
BasicPrerequisites
Experience in accounting and auditing
Advanced Preparation
None