Western CPE

Western CPE is a leader in accounting, auditing, fraud, finance, taxation, ethics, management and human resources, computer, estate planning, government and nonprofit accounting and auditing, and personal development continuing professional education (CPE and CE). We offer training for CPAs, CFP® professionals, accountants, enrolled agents, and affiliated tax and financial professionals through: resort conferences, theme conferences, federal tax update seminars, federal and California tax update seminars, accounting and auditing seminars, Webcasts, self-study courses, and in-house training. We strive to deliver quality CPE to accountants and financial planners by providing a unique variety of options, including our resort conferences; theme conferences that focus on special topics; self-study courses available online, on streaming video, in print; Webcast Internet-based training; 1- and 2-day tax update seminars; 1-day accounting and auditing seminars; and in-house training. Our instructors and authors are considered some of the best in the United States. Western CPE keeps you updated on issues related to the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB), the Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB), Generally Accepted Auditing Standards (GAAS), International Auditing and Assurance Standards Board (IAASB), and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). We encourage you to review our conferences, self-study courses, tax seminars, accounting and auditing seminars, Webcasts, and in-house training options. Maximize your continuing professional education (CPE) by learning from national-caliber instructors. Please browse our Web site (westerncpe.com) or feel free to call (800.822.4194) or e-mail us (wcpe@westerncpe.com). We would be happy to answer any questions you might have.

Address

243 Pegasus Lane
Bozeman
MT
59718
United States

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103220

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Group Live, Group Internet Based, QAS™ Self Study
Many public accountants desire to have a quick overview of only the most current changes to professional and ethical requirements.  This course will provide an executive summary of the major changes i …
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 …
Accounting is a man made science and thus it is critical to have a framework for consistency in standards. In this course Jeff will discuss the FASB Conceptual Framework which serves not only as the b …
This course provides auditors with practical guidance on applying analytical procedures in compliance with AUC Section 520. Participants will explore a curated "Top-Ten List" of analytical techniques …
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. I …
The Accountant Ethics for Mississippi course explores the AICPA Code of Professional Conduct, various tools used to resolve business ethics scenarios, and the accountancy rules of the Mississippi Stat …
Individuals in the accounting profession have a considerable responsibility to the general public. To gain public trust and maintain professionalism, professional conduct and ethical behavior are nece …
Auditing Top-Ten List: The Audit Risk Model provides a comprehensive overview of the audit risk model and its critical role in the planning and execution of financial audits for non-public entities. L …
Individuals in the accounting profession have a considerable responsibility to the general public. To gain public trust and maintain professionalism, professional conduct and ethical behavior are nece …
Auditing Top-Ten List: Internal Controls explores the critical role of internal controls in the financial audit process, emphasizing the financial audits of non-public entities. Learn to identify and …
Auditing Top-Ten List: Tests of Controls provides a practical examination of the use and evaluation of tests of controls within the financial audit process, particularly for non-public entities. This …
The "One Big Beautiful Bill Act," often called the Big Beautiful Bill (BBB), is a sweeping budget reconciliation. Designed to make permanent the 2017 Trump tax cuts, the bill aims to deliver substanti …
Individuals in the accounting profession have a considerable responsibility to the general public. To gain public trust and maintain professionalism, professional conduct and ethical behavior are nece …
The AICPA issued the new Quality Management Standards as a part of its overall quality improvement initiative. Accounting and Financial Reporting for Cryptocurrency and other Digital Assets is designe …
Individuals in the accounting and auditing profession have a considerable responsibility to the general public. To gain public trust and maintain professionalism, professional conduct and ethical beha …
The Accountant Ethics for Delaware course explores the AICPA Code of Professional Conduct, various tools used to resolve business ethics scenarios, and the accountancy rules of the Delaware Board of A …
Individual Income Tax Credits and Due Diligence Requirements examines the income tax credits available to individual taxpayers. In so doing, this 5 chapter course looks at both the refundable and nonr …
Updating practitioners on current developments, this core program examines and explains the practical aspects of travel and entertainment deductions. Fundamentals are reviewed and planning opportuniti …
It is far too easy to create an Excel spreadsheet that is laced with errors, resulting in inaccurate outputs that can ruin your reputation. The Error-Proofing Excel Spreadsheets course is designed to …
This course will focus on preparing financial statement audit documentation critical for high quality audits that can pass peer review.
The accounting department contains a broad array of processes, all of which can be fine-tuned to improve their performance. In the Accounting Best Practices course, we cover hundreds of best practices …
The Accountant Ethics for South Carolina course explores the AICPA Code of Professional Conduct, various tools used to resolve business ethics scenarios, and the accountancy rules of the South Carolin …
Are You Independent? provides an overview of the independence related rules and interpretations included within the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) Code of Professional Cond …
This course is designed to help intermediate Excel users enhance their efficiency through practical, time-saving techniques. Covering a wide range of topics from data formatting and formula shortcuts …
This course provides an overview of several of the key accounting and reporting topics within U.S. GAAP.  This includes a discussion of accounting for business combinations, revenue recognition princi …
This course examines the important role of accounting estimates in financial reporting and auditing. Participants will gain an understanding of how estimates are used across key areas of U.S. GAAP, th …
This course focuses on explaining the theory behind major issues and trends, enabling professionals to understand the most important aspects of relevant professional standards related to audit and oth …
This 50-minute session is designed to empower tax professionals with the essential knowledge and skills to effectively identify and mitigate common cybersecurity threats and vulnerabilities within the …
Properly identifying, assessing, and responding to risk through a detailed audit plan is critical to an effective and efficient financial statement audit. This module will emphasize the key concepts a …
Learn the basic skills new staff need to hit the ground running and efficiently complete assigned tasks, including what new auditors are expected to know and do, including the nature, timing, and exte …
The ACFE, the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners, reports that there are eight main behavioral indicators of fraud, often called “red flags.” 84% of fraudsters exhibited at least one of the beha …
Recent generally accepted auditing standards were written to improve the quality of risk-based financial statement audits, audit reporting, and required by-product communications.  This course will di …
This course provides an overview of whistleblowing in the corporate environment, focusing on the roles, risks, and protections associated with whistleblowers. It explores the legal frameworks that pro …
The Essentials of Nonprofit Fundraising course provides a comprehensive overview of key fundraising principles, strategies, and best practices that are essential for nonprofit organizations. It covers …
The most significant issue impacting an organization’s profitability is the prices that it charges customers. Many business owners prefer to keep prices low in order to attract more customers. In the …
The Tax Ethics for California CPAs course provides detailed coverage of IRS Circular 230, tax-specific regulations promulgated by the California Legislature or California Board of Accountancy, and a d …
This course provides an overview of the accounting and reporting requirements with respect to segment reporting as prescribed by ASC Topic 280.  This course focuses on topics such as the identificatio …
This course combines an in-depth overview of revenue recognition principles under ASC 606 with a comprehensive guide to lease accounting standards under ASC 842. It covers the five-step model for reco …
Many people engage in remote work, but encounter a variety of problems related to social isolation, or their equipment, or office setups. In the Essentials of Remote Work course, we delve into how the …
This course provides a comprehensive overview of the accounting and reporting requirements for recognizing assets and liabilities in business combinations, as prescribed by ASC Topic 805. It focuses o …
This course provides an overview of goodwill impairment testing.  This course focuses on topics such as the initial recognition of goodwill and subsequent measurement requirements including the accoun …
This course provides an overview of the revenue recognition principles under ASC 606. It focuses specifically on the five-step model for recognizing revenue, including identifying contracts, measuring …
This course provides a comprehensive overview of the revenue recognition principles under ASC 606. It covers the five-step model for recognizing revenue, which includes identifying contracts, measurin …
This course provides a clear and practical overview of two essential accounting standards: ASC 606 on revenue recognition and ASC 842 on lease accounting. Participants will learn the five-step model f …
This course provides an overview of accounting and reporting challenges encountered in M&A transactions. The primary focus is on the top challenges faced by accountants in the preparation and executio …
This course provides a high-level overview of the accounting and reporting requirements for business combinations under ASC Topic 805. The guidance aims to enhance the relevance, reliability, and comp …
This course provides an in-depth overview of the lease accounting standards prescribed by ASC 842.  This includes a discussion of how to identify a lease within a contract and how to classify a lease. …
This course provides an in-depth overview of the accounting and reporting requirements with respect to business combinations prescribed by ASC Topic 805.  The overall objective of the guidance include …
This one-hour webcast focuses on how accountants can apply preventive and detective controls for fraud including both fraudulent financial reporting and misappropriation of assets.
The ACFE, the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners, reports that 89% of fraud schemes fall within the category of Asset Misappropriation. This is the largest category of fraud with a median loss o …
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