Jeff Sailor's 2025 A&A Update and Review (8 CR)
Title : Jeff Sailor's 2025 A&A Update and Review (8 CR)
Instructors : Jeffrey L. Sailor, CPA
Jeff Sailor's 2025 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 lease issues, cryptocurrency, accounting theory under the FASB Conceptual Framework and other FASB updates.
AUDIT UPDATE - In-depth coverage of the COSO and impact on 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: 7/14/2025
Field(s) of Study: Accounting
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Learning Objectives
- Identify and apply the most pervasive GAAP updates
- Apply the provisions for cryptocurrency under the new standard
- Apply the standards for preparations, compilations and reviews based on AR sections 60, 70, 80 & 90
- Identify and apply the study of internal control under the COSO
- 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 Conceptual Framework
- Cite and apply better practice skills
Level
UpdatePrerequisites
Basic understanding of accounting and auditing
Advanced Preparation
None
Accounting for Not-For-Profit Entities
Title : Accounting for Not-For-Profit Entities (3CR)
Instructors : 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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Field(s) of Study: Accounting
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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
Enjoyable Ethics for Florida CPAs
Title : Enjoyable Ethics for Florida CPAs (4CR)
Instructors : Jeffrey L. Sailor, CPA
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 - 1/14/25
Field(s) of Study: Regulatory Ethics
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Learning Objectives
Define ethics
Describe types of ethics
Identify ethical dilemmas
Describe the source of accounting ethics
Describe the format of the AICPA Code of Professional Conduct
Identify the areas of ethics rules for accountants in public practice
Identify the areas of ethics rules for accountants in business
Describe various violations of ethics
Apply the Conceptual Framework for ethics issues
Identify the seven threats to independence
Describe the five categories of independence issues
Describe the issues related to nonattest services
Describe the topics in FL 455
Describe the topics in FL 473
Describe the rules on Fl BOA Rules 61H1
Apply the provisions for reporting CPE to the FL DBPR
Level
UpdatePrerequisites
Basic understanding of accounting and reporting
Advanced Preparation
None
Step by Step Series-Preparing the Statement of Cash Flows
Title : Preparing the Statement of Cash Flows: Step by Step Series (2CR)
Instructors : Jeffrey L. Sailor, CPA
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 how to prepare a statement of cash flows.
Course Level- Update
Delivery Method- Group Internet Based Webcast
Length- 100 minutes of instruction
Revision Date- 12/27/24
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Field(s) of Study: Accounting
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Learning Objectives
Upon successful completion of this course, the participant should be able to:
Describe the purpose of a statement of cashflows
Identify the three classifications of activities
Apply a spreadsheet model to identify cash flows
Identify the two methods for presentation
Apply GAAP principles in preparing the presentation
Apply the requirements for disclosuresLevel
BasicPrerequisites
Experience in accounting
Advanced Preparation
None
IFRS Accounting - IAS & IFRS Standards
Title : IFRS Accounting - The IAS and IFRS Standards (2CR)
Instructors : 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
Field(s) of Study: Accounting
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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
IFRS Accounting - IFRS Issues
Title : IFRS Accounting - IFRS Issues (2CR)
Instructors : Jeffrey L. Sailor, CPA
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
Field(s) of Study: Accounting
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Learning Objectives
Upon successful completion of this course, participants will be able to:
Describe the basics of IFRS-SME
Describe the meaning and issues related to digital financial reporting
Describe the issues related to cryptocurrencies
Describe the disclosure recommendations under the IFRS Sustainability Disclosure Standards
Level
BasicPrerequisites
Basic understanding of accounting
Advanced Preparation
None
Enjoyable Ethics - 2 Credit Edition
Title : Enjoyable Ethics- The 2 Credit Edition
Instructors : Jeffrey L. Sailor, CPA
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 - 1/14/25Field(s) of Study: Regulatory Ethics
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Learning Objectives
Define ethics
Describe types of ethics
Identify ethical dilemmas
Describe the source of accounting ethics
Describe the format of the AICPA Code of Professional Conduct
Identify the areas of ethics rules for accountants in public practice
Identify the areas of ethics rules for accountants in business
Describe various violations of ethics
Level
UpdatePrerequisites
Basic understanding of accounting and reporting
Advanced Preparation
None
The Theory Behind What We Do
Title : The Theory Behind What We Do (2CR)
Instructors : Jeffrey L. Sailor, CPA
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 - 1/14/25
Field(s) of Study: Accounting
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Learning Objectives
- Describe the origins of accounting
- Describe what makes financial statements useful
- Identify the elements of financial statements
- Apply the theory for proper presentation
- Describe the theory behind proper disclosures
Level
BasicPrerequisites
None
Advanced Preparation
None
Focus on Fraud 2024
Title : Focus on Fraud 2024 (1CR)
Instructors : Jeffrey L. Sailor, CPA
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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Learning Objectives
Upon successful completion of this course, the participant should be able to:
Define fraud as it relates to auditing and accounting
Describe the types of fraud
Describe the fraud triangle
Describe examples of fraud
Describe the fraud that happened at Theranos
Describe what happened to Truong My Lan
Describe the final chapter of FTX
Level
BasicPrerequisites
Basic knowledge of accounting and auditing
Advanced Preparation
None
Enhancing Audit Quality
Title : Enhancing Audit Quality (2CR)
Instructors : Jeffrey L. Sailor, CPA
The AICPA created the Enhancing Audit Quality Initiative to assist auditor with various trouble issues. The initiative involves assessing feedback from peer reviews and other sources to determine the root of the problem. The AICPA then works to assist auditors with correcting the issues.
This course will cover the concept as well as discuss various problem areas being worked on. It will highlight issues auditors may be facing and provide guidance for correction as well as free resources available.
As in all his courses, Jeff will include his unique perspective and sense of humor, including 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- 1/14/25
Field(s) of Study: Auditing
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Learning Objectives
- Describe the Audit Quality Initiative
- Identify the key matters to be worked on
- Identify peer review pitfalls
- Apply the resources available
Level
BasicPrerequisites
Experience in auditing
Advanced Preparation
None