A continuing education (CPE) event for accounting and finance professionals. The program allows you to earn four hours of CPE credit, keep up-to-date on accounting and finance issues and network with other professionals.
These CPE Sessions are conducted under the IMA's Global Core Values and IMA's Statement of Ethical Professional Practice. Adherence to these statements are required to participate in this event.
Here are the April 2023 topics:
Congratulations, You've Got a Foreign Corporation!
Field of Study: Management Services
Form 5471 and its accompanying schedules are used to satisfy the reporting requirements of transactions between foreign corporations and U.S. persons. Attorney Phillip Hodgen reviews who has to file a Form 5471, what's important to know, and how to avoid mistakes when filing the form. He also provides examples from his personal experience with the damage control process when dealing with this complex subject area.
The Intersection of Data & Accounting
Field of Study: Accounting
Finance and accounting organizations are using a variety of new digital technologies in the workplace. As today’s cutting-edge accountant becomes more of a business partner, knowing how to leverage data and technology is increasingly important. John Paillet, Director at KPMG, specializes in leasing, digital transformation, technical accounting, and compliance with new accounting guidance. He shares his insights on how data and accounting can form a productive ever-evolving working relationship.
The Enlightened Accountant – Maximizing Client Communications
Field of Study: Management Services
Today’s “enlightened accountant” needs the tools necessary to effectively communicate with clients. Accounting literacy is crucial for today’s accountant both in their own practice and in their ability to successfully engage clients. Peter Frampton, CEO of Wealthvox, has helped develop a new approach to give everyone access to the financial conversation, resulting in increased engagement, performance, profitability, and cash flow.
Powerful Cybersecurity Practices for Today’s Global Technology
Field of Study: Information Technology
Malicious actors are hard at work every day trying to hack into individual and corporate accounts. According to Daniel Katz, Cybersecurity Consulting Practice Leader for Mazars USA, what is needed to combat the threat is good cyber hygiene. In this segment he reviews what that entails, including using passphrases instead of passwords, multi-factor authentication, penetration testing, and making "humans" the first line of defense in security.
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