CPE Catalog & Events

What is the Power Query Editor? How can I launch the Power Query Editor? Review of the components of the Power Query Editor Preview pane Ribbon Queries pane Query settings pane Applied steps Formula bar

Learning formulas in Power Query Introduction to the M language Types of structured values in Power Query Other types of values in Power Query Types of errors in Power Query Custom columns Hands-on examples

What is Power Query? Why should I learn Power Query? What are the benefits of using Power Query? Power Query is not just for Excel Power Query versions are not the same What version of Power Query do I have? How to get Power Query Making your first connection in Power Query Hands-on examples: connection query, editing a query, duplicating a query

Workflow of making a connection Get data Navigator dialog box Query options Global and current workbook Data load options Queries and connections Data source settings Hands-on examples: importing files and databases

What is a merge query? What are the data requirements for a merge query? What are the types of joins for a merge query? Hands-on examples: creating merge queries, creating a full anti-join using an append query, grouping queries

Workflow of the data transformation for a general ledger with sub-accounts Loading a query Loading options for a query Changing the load destination of a query Hands-on examples: flattening a general ledger with sub-accounts; making a connection to the data source; reviewing and documenting the steps created by Power Query

Removing unwanted characters from a data set All data appears in one column Two categories appear in one column Extracting useful information from inconsistent data (Text Analytics) Have a sub-header that is in a row and should be in a column Hands-on examples

Data before and after transformation: unpivoting, pivoting, split to column by delimiter (by columns or rows) Filtering and grouping Fuzzy matching Hands-on examples

Relevant sections of SSARS No. 21, Clarification and Recodification SSARS No. 21, Clarification and Recodification, and updates to SSARS No. 21 due to the issuance of SSARS No. 23, Omnibus Statement on Standards for Accounting and Review Services SSARS No. 22, Compilation of Pro Forma Financial Information SSARS No. 24, Omnibus Statement on Standards for Accounting and Review Services; 2018 SSARS No. 26, Quality Management for an Engagement Conducted in Accordance With Statements on Standards for Accounting and Review Services Proposed changes to the SSARS guidance Comprehensive sample engagement work programs for preparation and compilation engagements Prescribed form, specified line item, pro forma, and other engagement variations Complete illustrations of relevant engagement letters, reporting and other required communications for preparation and compilation engagements

Preparation by hand of a reasonably complicated Form 1120 U.S. corporate income tax return from trial balance to completed return The importance of Schedule M-1, including many adjustments in reconciling book income to tax income, and items preparation staff may look for on all business returns. Learn to self-review New tax-planning strategies for depreciation deductions, including changes to §179 and first-year depreciation (Section 168(k)) as a result of recent tax legislation Methods of accounting -- Application and choices In-depth analysis of Form 4797 dealing with depreciation recapture Deductible expenses -- including rules on meals and entertainment Section 163(j) Computation of tax liability Overview of many common business deductions; which are deductible and which are M-1 items? How to practically handle uniform capitalization and inventory accounting for a small manufacturing concern And much more

New and expanded energy credits under the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) Preparation of various Form 1040 individual tax returns and schedules; provided answers include filled-in forms Coverage of Form 7203 Coverage of §199A qualified business income, its calculation, limitations, and examples Dividends and interest; Ordinary, return of capital, and capital gain distribution dividends; tax-exempt interest, original issue discount, etc. Security transactions; From Form 1099-B to Form 8949 to Schedule D, plus mutual fund sales and related basis issues Self-employed person issues Schedule C deductions including depreciation Sale and exchange of property; Understanding Form 4797 and depreciation recapture; capital gains A working understanding of passive losses; How to handle rental property and how the passive loss rules flow to the tax forms Itemized deductions; A thorough understanding of what's deductible and what's not Interest deductions; Limitations and timing problems Charitable contributions substituting for taxes, IRS says; No! Retirement contributions and education credits and deductions Tax computations; The Kiddie Tax, AMT, regular tax, tax credits Individual problems illustrated by form preparation for various items, with numerous practice tips Impact of recent legislation and forms changes on the 1040

The key requirements, options, and disclosures related to each of the basic financial statements How the reporting of functional and natural expense information has changed The new requirements related to providing liquidity and availability of financial assets information The implementation of ASU No. 2018-08 and its effect on the accounting for grants and contracts as well as contributions in general How the new lease requirements (ASU No. 2016-02, Leases) impact not-for-profits Core not-for-profit accounting requirements related to contributions, promises to give, contributed services, net assets, special events, the classification of expenses, and more

Objective of financial reporting Inter-relationships of financial statements and disclosures Accounting changes Financial statement preparation and review process Best practices for financial statement preparation and review

Create clear and concise email communication and utilize protocols that support and enhance your professionalism Best practices for excellent email etiquette Types of subject lines to avoid Subject line structure for maximum impact Creating effective greetings and sign offs When and how to use cc/bcc fields to avoid conflict and enhance connection Elevated out of office reply messages How to best convey the proper tone Avoiding common pitfalls How to handle misunderstandings and mishaps Examination of when to use text, instant messaging, or phone call instead of email Synthesizing ideas and using efficient methods of writing Creating concise email strings

Contrasting project management with operations management Reviewing organizational culture and how it applies to project management The various types of project management including Agile, Scrum, Waterfall, Critical path, and others Looking at risk management software and its application in different types of project management Managing and leading project management stakeholders

The price of fraud; ACFE's Report to the Nations Deviant workplace behavior Combating fraud with controls Controls used by fraud victim organizations and suggestions for better implementation Fraud's new frontier Corporate social, environmental, governance, and equity/inclusion reports and audits

How experienced speakers manage presentation anxiety The elements of effective persuasion The three styles of speech Strategies to improve speech pace The importance of volume when presenting The art of the pause Methods for using visual aids Best practices for preparing for a presentation Components of an effective presentation

AICPA's Engagement Quality Initiative When peer reviews are required and how they work Recent deficiencies noted by peer reviewers in audit, review and compilation engagements System of Quality Control required by the Auditing Standards Board (ASB) Changes to the system of Quality Control proposed by the ASB

Discussion of the importance of a financial education for the next generation Understanding a client's financial values Determining a client's financial literacy Helping clients develop a teaching roadmap Using knowledge to protect against entitlement Developing a knowledge base for the information, including a full list of recommended books on the topic and games for families to play Discussion of specific topics, including tips and tricks related to: Allowances Earning, work, and entrepreneurship Spending, saving, and investing Philanthropy Taxes Credit cards

The impact of recent tax legislation on the real estate industry Depreciation and recapture Determining the basis when acquiring real estate Passive activity losses Calculation of gain or loss on sale of real estate Rental operations Installment sales